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Authors visit SAD 6 schools

During the week of March 28th, all the SAD 6 elementary schools welcomed authors Stephen Swinburne and Peter Lourie. Steve, a naturalist who is inspired by the environment around him, worked with students in grades K through 3. He encouraged students to find inspiration for their own writing by “keeping their eyes open and their […]

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Rt. 113 grant has 'nothing to do with business growth'

To the editor, Your coverage of the Route 113 Grant was a bit lopsided. The idea of studying business opportunities along Route 113 has merit, but the accompanying material clearly states that towns would be required to “meet the CDBG national objective of assisting persons of low-moderate income or elimination of slum/blight.” That “objective” not […]

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Rt. 113 grant has 'nothing to do with business growth'

To the editor, Your coverage of the Route 113 Grant was a bit lopsided. The idea of studying business opportunities along Route 113 has merit, but the accompanying material clearly states that towns would be required to “meet the CDBG national objective of assisting persons of low-moderate income or elimination of slum/blight.” That “objective” not […]

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A Lakes Region law enforcement person has recently begun working with the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (D.E.A.) in order to follow up on leads and tips that used to wither away from a lack of money and time. The D.E.A. has the manpower and the budget to chase every tip that comes along. As the […]

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A Lakes Region law enforcement person has recently begun working with the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (D.E.A.) in order to follow up on leads and tips that used to wither away from a lack of money and time. The D.E.A. has the manpower and the budget to chase every tip that comes along. As the […]

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A Lakes Region law enforcement person has recently begun working with the Federal Drug Enforcement Agency (D.E.A.) in order to follow up on leads and tips that used to wither away from a lack of money and time. The D.E.A. has the manpower and the budget to chase every tip that comes along. As the […]

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Geoff deBree wins Windham

Geoff deBree of Windham, a senior at Windham High School, has been selected to receive the 2005 Principal’s Award. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship. Geoff is Valedictorian of his senior class, has been recognized by the teaching staff with […]

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PWD sees Otter Ponds as possible water source

The Portland Water District is currently testing the groundwater around Otter Ponds in Standish to determine the availability of additional supplies of useable water. The water could be a source for expanded demand or as a backup to Sebago Lake should an emergency occur. The town of Standish has responded positively to the news of […]

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Faces of Retirement: Rita Bernier

If you’ve ever voted, bought a fishing license or marriage license, or even a concealed weapon permit – you’re probably one of the thousands in Windham who has had contact with Rita Bernier. For 14 years, the 67 year old was Windham’s Town Clerk. Elected over and over during her tenure, it was difficult to […]

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Faces of Retirement: Rita Bernier

If you’ve ever voted, bought a fishing license or marriage license, or even a concealed weapon permit – you’re probably one of the thousands in Windham who has had contact with Rita Bernier. For 14 years, the 67 year old was Windham’s Town Clerk. Elected over and over during her tenure, it was difficult to […]