Excessive use of criticism Much is being made of Windham Police Officer Jeff Smith’s decision to use a Taser to shock a high school student involved in a brawl at the start of school last Friday. The criticism is excessive. The girl who was shocked with the Taser has gone on television and has been […]

Ongoing events: • Steep Falls Public Library: Hours are Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon. A free story hour for toddlers and preschool children is held Wednesday at 10 a.m. Story hour is free and open to the public. • Active Senior Citizens of Standish holds meetings […]

On behalf of water works professionals throughout Maine, I would like to remind the public during National Drinking Water Week (May 6-12) about the tremendous importance of a safe, reliable water supply – and the water system that delivers it – in our everyday lives. Each community water supply meets rigorous federal and state safety […]

On behalf of water works professionals throughout Maine, I would like to remind the public during National Drinking Water Week (May 6-12) about the tremendous importance of a safe, reliable water supply – and the water system that delivers it – in our everyday lives. Each community water supply meets rigorous federal and state safety […]

Last week, the Maine Legislature voted on whether to allow a Washington County racino (horse racing track with accompanying slot machines) run by the Passamaquoddy Indian tribe and whether seat belt use should be mandatory. Both bills were passed by the full legislature. Here is how local legislators voted: Washington County Racino-Rep. John Robinson YES […]

Last week, the Maine Legislature voted on whether to allow a Washington County racino (horse racing track with accompanying slot machines) run by the Passamaquoddy Indian tribe and whether seat belt use should be mandatory. Both bills were passed by the full legislature. Here is how local legislators voted: Washington County Racino-Rep. John Robinson YES […]

The cause of the fire that broke out in the woods behind 284 Meadow Road in Raymond on Tuesday could be the handiwork of juveniles. Bruce Tupper, assistant chief of the Raymond Fire Department, said he doesn’t know what caused the fire Tuesday’s afternoon, but said he does not think it was a result of […]

Organizers of a growing grassroots movement to build sustainable prosperity in Maine are inviting residents of the Lakes Region. The districts includes Gorham, Standish, Windham, Casco and Raymond. The discussion takes place Monday, May 14 at 6 p.m. at the Standish Municipal Office on Route 35. GrowSmart Maine is in the process of holding similar […]

Valedictorian – Nathan Gardner Parents – Denise and Les Gardner Clubs/Activities: Key Club, Bulletin Editor; Student Council, Student Issues Officer; National Honor Society; French Honor Society; Science Olympiad; Youth Caucus; META; Boy Scouts; Amnesty International; Concert Band. Hobbies/Interests: Skiing, music, politics, and soccer. Awards Received: Faculty Awards: High Honors Biology, High Honors Physics, Computer Technology; […]

High Honor Roll Grade 9 – Christina Agneta, Marina Barankevich, Nicole Begley, Cecelia Conroy, Haley Desjardins, Anthony Dighello, Emily Dodge, Alex Doering, Carly Grondin, William Hanson, Katlyn Irish, Daniel Juergens, Devin MacKenzie, Samuel McFarland, Daniel McGovern, Chelsea Plante, Nicholas Rallis, Kassie Reutlinger, Kirstin Russell, Peter Sepulveda, Viktor Shoberg, John Skvorak, Megan Stevenson, Kimberly Sundquist, Lindsay […]