The article I wrote about searching for my ancestors prompted about a dozen readers to contact me for information on how to go about their own genealogical search. With interest so strong, I thought I’d make a few suggestions, based on my own experiences. Today’s researchers are fortunate to have the technology of the Internet […]

After months of review by Raymond town and school budget planners, the Board of Selectmen will decide whether to approve the 2006/2007 fiscal year budget, now in its sixth draft, at its next board meeting on Mar. 18. If the budget remains unchanged, taxpayers can expect an overall mill rate increase of 12 cents, from […]

“Surviving and Thriving During Menopause,” a women’s support group, is forming in Windham. The group will meet Tuesdays starting Apr. 11 at 7 p.m. in the library at Cornerstone Assembly of God Church on Cottage Road in East Windham. The purpose of the group is that women have a place to come together and share […]

At a Glance Sunday, April 16 – Library closed for Easter Monday, April 17 – Nature Program, at the library at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 26 – Book Discussion Group, at the library at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 27 – Landscaping and Gardening Workshop, at the library, 7-9 p.m. Mondays at 10 a.m. – Babytime […]

Morgan Meadow, which comprises five percent of Raymond’s total land area, has received a substantial preservation grant from the family that once owned the property. Town and state officials are now considering possible low-impact recreational uses for the property. See story on Page 7. Staff photo by Rich Obrey

Morgan Meadow, which comprises five percent of Raymond’s total land area, has received a substantial preservation grant from the family that once owned the property. Town and state officials are now considering possible low-impact recreational uses for the property. See story on Page 7. Staff photo by Rich Obrey

It hosts a myriad of deer, moose and migratory waterfowl, offers a peaceful sanctuary to nature lovers and has become a secret, sparkling jewel set amid the by-products of progress. Now, this secluded yet accessible acreage in Raymond, known as Morgan Meadow Wildlife Management Area, has a benefactor. Former owners of the land, Jack and […]

The renovation of the Bonny Eagle High School, approved by voters last summer, began on Monday, Mar. 27. The project includes renovation to the lobby and front office area including an enlargement which will help with crowding in the first floor corridor area. And a sprinkler system will be added. With the construction comes a […]

The renovation of the Bonny Eagle High School, approved by voters last summer, began on Monday, Mar. 27. The project includes renovation to the lobby and front office area including an enlargement which will help with crowding in the first floor corridor area. And a sprinkler system will be added. With the construction comes a […]

Manchester Elementary School celebrated their fourth annual Community Day last Wednesday, Mar. 29. A culmination of year’s worth of work, the event was a celebration of the all-school project focused on helping the community both locally and around the world. Students learned to become responsible and involved citizens by participating in both classroom projects and […]