Just ahead of Independence Day, the general manager of Gorham Flag Center answers our questions about which flags fly higher, which are better for Maine’s windy weather and proper flag care and etiquette.
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Gorham Notes: June 27
Historical society plans In a wrap-up of the Gorham Historical Society spring newsletter, the society reports that Janet Benedetto has been helping with its mailings and memberships. The newsletter also said dues are $10 and will be collected in November. New this year are memberships for businesses and corporate sponsorships, offered at $50 per year. […]
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Gorham school budget prevails by 2 votes after recount
The results counted 1,829 votes in favor and 1,827 against, with 3,668 ballots cast and 12 blank ballots.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, Scarborough Leader, South Portland Sentry, The Forecaster
People and Business: June 26
Hires, promotions, appointments Erin Campbell has been promoted to CFO at Maine Savings Federal Credit Union. She joined as senior vice president of finance and accounting last year and was previously CFO at Maine State Credit Union and Brewer Federal Credit Union. David Sayers, CFO at Maine Savings for 15 years, will take on the […]
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Gorham Notes: June 20
Peanut butter drive Casco Federal Credit Union is sponsoring a peanut butter drive to help local families when schools are not in session. Donors can drop off a jar of peanut butter at Casco FCU during June. It has locations at 393 Ossipee Trail and 375 Main St. in Gorham. Gazebo concerts The free Gorham […]
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Ballot recount next week on Gorham school budget that passed by four votes
The Gorham Republican Committee launched a successful petition drive calling for the recount after the $53.4 million budget passed last week by just four votes.
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Phase 1 of Robie Street housing project awaiting approval
The project received preliminary approval in February but now requires a final go-ahead from the council.
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Gorham Notes: June 13
Share the road The 40th annual bicycling event, Trek Across Maine by the American Lung Association, will go through Gorham Sunday, June 16. As many as 800 to 1,000 bicyclists are expected to come through Maine communities. In Gorham, the bicyclists will travel along Standish Neck and North Gorham roads. “Citizens are asked for their […]
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We Love to Eat: June 13
Gorham bean-hole bean supper – Saturday, June 15, seatings at 4:30, 5:15 and 6 p.m., United Church of Christ at North Gorham, 4 Standish Neck Road, Gorham. Beans, red hot dogs, potato salad, coleslaw, brown bread, rolls, dessert and coffee or punch. $12, $8 children. Buxton bean supper – Saturday, June 15, 5-6 p.m., North […]
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Gorham school budget passes by 4 votes; Sato wins House nomination
The $53.4 million school budget passed just 1,827 to 1,823. Superintendent Heather Perry said this signals that officials “still have work to do” to create a sustainable financial environment.