The goal of the tours is to connect the state’s history with its culture today.
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Letter: Western enlightenment does not translate globally
It’s all over the news that “we have lost Afghanistan to the Taliban.” True, but Afghanistan today is much the same as it has been for thousands of years – an ever-shifting (and ever-warring) collection of tribes and territories, each with its own ethnicities, cultures, customs and religions. Similar conditions exist in Iraq, Iran, Syria […]
Gorham Notes: Aug. 19
Masks are back in town Everyone entering Gorham municipal buildings are asked to wear a face covering due to reports of high and substantial levels of community transmission of COVID-19 in Cumberland County. Masks are available to visitors upon request. The town also recommends that masks be worn in public indoor settings. Residents can monitor […]
Gorham schools require masks for all
More than 300 parents had petitioned the School Committee to allow families to decide whether their students should wear masks.
Gorham Notes: Aug. 12
Hot summer, cool treat Police promotion David Bruni has been promoted to sergeant at Gorham Police Department. Bruni joined the Gorham Department in 2000 with 14 years’ experience in law enforcement. He’ll be assigned to the midnight patrol shift starting at 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 13, Police Chief Christopher Sanborn said in a press release. Before […]
Gorham Notes: Aug. 5
Bear right Chainsaw sculptor Tim Pickett of Eliot directed hikers by creating a bear trail marker holding a sign that said “Bear Right” last week at Shaw Cherry Hill Farm on Main Street. Pickett created the sculpture from a pine log mounted on a granite base and drew much attention and compliments from hikers […]
Gorham council OKs funding to get skatepark rolling
The skatepark, which would be built near the public safety building, requires Planning Board approval.
Harvey Performance joins efforts to build skilled trade workforce
The precision tool maker in Gorham is working to help boost the skilled trade workforce in Maine.
Gorham man pleads not guilty to charges stemming from Jan. 6 riot
Nicholas P. Hendrix, 34, is the third man with Maine ties, and second Maine resident, to face federal charges related to the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol.
Gorham Notes: July 29
Perry awarded trophy at rainy car show Kenney Aldrich, president of Gorham Lions, said the club’s car show on July 25 at Gorham High School was a “washout.” Aldrich expected 150 cars but only 30 showed up because of the morning rain showers, bouncing droplets off mirror finishes of classics. Ralph Perry, a Gorham contractor, […]