A mom. She’s a provider, an encourager, a nurturer, a pray-er. A pray-er? Maybe it’s not the first thing many people think of, but being a praying mom is a high priority for tens of thousands of women in this country and around the world. Weekly, through the ministry of Moms in Touch, International, these […]

Recently in Naples, my friend was walking to the grocery store near Harrison Road. A pick up truck pulled up to him and rolled down their window and yelled “F-ing retard!” You see, my friend has Down Syndrome. When he told me this, I was so surprised. I am more naive than I thought. I […]

Many of you have heard the expression that goes, “She got the gold mine, I got the shaft.” Hold on because here it comes again, and it’s our own government doing it this time. I must state that I am for energy conservation as it not only makes sense, if also saves us money that […]

The major news outlets in our state thought last week was a big week for Westbrook, with the IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. expansion. What the stories missed, however, is that the addition of 500 more jobs to the biotech company’s international headquarters actually means a lot to Windham and the surrounding Lakes Region communities as well. […]

Casco Public Library is offering a series of winter workshops designed to acquaint participants with new knowledge or skills. This Sunday’s workshop is “Fly-tying,” led by Casco Town Manager, Dave Morton. Morton will provide the materials for participants to experience this colorful and functional art form for themselves. There is no charge for the workshop, […]

Question of the Week By Peggy Roberts Now that both Lowe’s and Home Depot are in Windham, do you think they can both survive? Tom Dyer Contractor Wales, near Lewiston/Auburn “I think that they can but I think Home Depot will do the better job because it always has.” Charles Rice Building contractor and real […]

Jesus enjoyed mealtime – whether by the sea or in a friend’s home. “Come in for a bite,” Lazarus must have said to his Friend. So when Jesus passed through Bethany, He made Himself right at home with that bachelor and his two spinster sisters, Mary and Martha. What I get the biggest kick out […]

Jan. 27: The Coffee Gathering at Faith Lutheran Church on Rt. 302 starting at 7 p.m. Sharing of original writings: prose, poetry and short stories. Refreshments provided. Come and share! FMI, 892-9158. Jan. 28: Baked Bean Supper at First Congregational Church in Gray. 5 p.m. Adults $6, children under 12 are $2. Handicapped accessible. Beans, […]

The US Postal Service is asking for help to assure that letter carriers are able to deliver mail to your mailbox safely and efficiently. Lakes Region postmasters advise that rural or curbside mailboxes should be kept clear of snow or other obstructions so that a carrier can pull up adjacent to a curbside mailbox and […]

To all our friends in the Greater Windham community: We want to express our gratitude to each and every one of you for the overwhelming love and support you provided our family around our tragic loss of Lynn. We have lived in Windham for over 30 years and we don’t believe a more caring and […]