Have you, or do you know someone, who turned down a chance to go out with family or friends because they were concerned about falling? Have they cut down on a favorite activity because they might fall? Many older adults experience fear of falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About […]

Army Reserve Pfc. Jason W. Hurd has graduated from basic infantry training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. Hurd is the son of Bethann Hurd of Raymond Hill Road, Raymond. He is a 2003 graduate of Lake Region High School in Naples. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier received training in drill and ceremonies, […]

“Holistic Approaches to Wellness for Cancer Patients, Survivors and Caregivers” is the subject of a free series being presented at Bridgton Hospital. Licensed social worker Emily Ecker of The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope and Healing at Central Maine Medical Center will be the series facilitator. The series continues with the following sessions: Oct. […]

Hike it or bike it The New Gloucester Park and Recreation Commission has teamed with Healthy Casco Bay to offer a pair of adult programs this fall: bike riding along Portland’s Eastern Promenade and hiking Scarborough Marsh. Both events are offered as part of Healthy Casco Bay’s “Easy Adventure” series, geared toward New Gloucester residents […]

When Matt and Suzanne Johnson moved to Gray six years ago, the patrols of the Maine State Police and Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office seemed sufficient to keep this rural community safe. But as Gray has grown, it has become more of a bedroom community for the Portland area, leaving homes empty during the day, and […]

During an eight-day trial in Cumberland County Superior Court in Portland, a tragic August night on Long Lake in Harrison last summer was relived. Ultimately, only partial answers as to Robert LaPointe’s guilt or innocence in the deaths of two others were received Wednesday when the jury of seven women and five men convicted LaPointe […]

I am in love again. I knew if I waited long enough, it would happen. This time, it is with fleece. What a wonderful invention it is! Between fleece and flannel, I could have it made this winter. I might not need to see the oilman at all. One of my sisters who has always […]

Eight employees of School Administrative District 6 were awarded plaques recently to honor their many years of service to the school district. Employees who have worked in the district for 35 years include Nancy Ezhaya, an English teacher at Bonny Eagle High School; Robin Hulit, a third-grade teacher at Edna Libby School in Standish; Brenda […]

Citing frustration in trying to work with the administration of Gov. John Baldacci, Rep. Gary Moore, R-Standish, ended his re-election bid Tuesday. It was a decision that surprised his opponent, Democrat Mike Shaw, and disappointed House Minority Leader Rep. Josh Tardy, R-Newport. “It’s kind of a complicated thing,” Moore said Tuesday. “Essentially I have found […]

0926memories.jpg Ever wonder where the Hall Road got its name? This is one of the Hall homesteads, built between 1830 and 1840 and formerly the home of Persis Hall Harding and her ancestors for many generations. The brick used to build this sturdy Windham home came from nearby brickyards. Photo courtesy of the Windham Historical […]