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Raymond rec director eager to build department

by Jane Vaughan February 14, 2020February 12, 2020

Joe Crocker said he will create the recreation department “organically” rather than imposing decisions on residents.

Lakes Region Weekly

Schools in Lakes Region struggle with student homelessness

by Jane Vaughan February 14, 2020February 12, 2020

Living in an area with a lack of resources, the districts must piece together help for their students.

New Gloucester public works complex is state of the art

by Ellie Fellers Special to the Sun Journal February 13, 2020February 17, 2020

The $4.6 million garage and sand/salt shed officially opened Monday.

American Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, Southern Forecaster

Schools attempt to remove barriers to career, technical education

by Michael Kelley February 12, 2020February 19, 2020

Portland Arts and Technology High School and Westbrook Regional Vocational Center want to make some changes, including making it easier for students to take classes there while fulfilling core requirements at their high schools.

Lakes Region Weekly

Center will work to keep senior residents at home

by Jane Vaughan February 11, 2020February 12, 2020

The new nonprofit Fuller Center will do repairs and renovations for elderly residents of Windham, Raymond and Standish so they can continue to live safely in their houses.

American Journal, Lakes Region Weekly

Lakes Region Sportsman: Tactics and tips for Big Sebago

by Tom Roth February 6, 2020February 3, 2020

The lake finally caught and made ice, although not as much or as fast as last year. Anglers are flocking to the lake as word of solid ice gets out. Anglers still need to exercise caution, so check the ice often as you venture out if you are going where no one has walked or […]