Ryan T. Harris, son of Ray and Maureen Harris of Windham, recently graduated from Allegheny College. A graduate of Windham High School, Harris received a bachelor of arts degree in history.
Lakes Region Weekly News
Volunteers are appreciated
Southern Maine Agency on Aging and its staff recognizes the following volunteers who have served faithfully at the Windham Senior Dining Center. Their loyalty and dedication is appreciated by SMAA and the many people in the Lakes Region who receive Meals on Wheels or attend the dining center. Thank you to the following: Carol Ballard, […]
Report from the Standish town manager
The Standish Town Council has just been reconstituted for another year following the June elections. Cindy Hopkins has again been elected Council Chair with Dolly Lymburner as Vice Chair. We welcome them both back in leadership roles. Here are some of the challenges they and the Council face this year. Prospects for a Community Center: […]
So many people to thank
When I was stricken with a bacterial infection during the course of my campaign for the East District Town Council seat and was laid up in the hospital for nine days, I was amazed by the number of people that came to the aid of myself and my family. My wife and daughter bravely picked […]
Windham Knights of Columbus awards scholarships
The Knights of Columbus, Council 10020 based at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Windham has awarded four scholarships to local youth. The recipients for this year’s scholarships were Andrew Herman of Cheverus High School, Kathryn Lavelle of McAuley High School, Maria Talbot of Windham High School and University of Maine, and Shannon Cummings […]
Casco Village church flea market
The Casco Village Church is having its annual Flea Market & Auction on Saturday, July 9 from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with a rain date of July 16. This annual event is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the church. There will be treasures galore in the flea area, food booths, pony rides, […]
Ice cream social: a "big treat" for Windham Primary students
icecreamsocial.jpg Cameron Seltzer, 8, and sister Hannah, 6, dress their sundaes with hot fudge and jimmies at the Primary School’s 6th Annual Sundae Party. Over 800 parents and children joined in the festivities Wednesday night, the biggest turnout ever for the ice cream social. Proceeds from the event go to fund cultural arts activities throughout […]
State budget passes narrowly in House, Senate
If all the Republicans had been in their seats when the House voted on the new state budget Friday night, the outcome could have been different. As it was, the budget ultimately passed 74-72, with four Republicans missing. The Senate vote was a more decisive 19-14 in favor of passage, with two Republicans absent. What […]
State budget passes narrowly in House, Senate
If all the Republicans had been in their seats when the House voted on the new state budget Friday night, the outcome could have been different. As it was, the budget ultimately passed 74-72, with four Republicans missing. The Senate vote was a more decisive 19-14 in favor of passage, with two Republicans absent. What […]
Raymond Lions Club tournament a success
The Raymond Lions Club held its 10th annual golf scramble on a cloudy, somewhat wet, Saturday, June 18. Golfer participation was down due to an extended youth baseball season caused by the wet spring, but financial results were excellent. The club had great support from local businesses and individuals who sponsored holes. The barbequing group […]