Motorists in the area of Gray and New Gloucester should be aware of two bridge projects that will impact traffic routes starting next week. The larger of the two projects-repair of the Libby Brook Bridge on Mayall Road in Gray near Route 100-will close the Mayall Road starting Tuesday, July 15. Work on the bridge […]
Lakes Region Weekly News
What will be the cost? (letter)
Tragically, Route 302 bus service seems to be curtailed by some of our town’s leadership while one of the greatest concerns of the people of this region is a lack of just such transportation options. No matter how you look at it businesses, individuals and families are being squeezed. While Windham, Bridgton, Harrison, Naples and […]
What will be the cost? (letter)
Tragically, Route 302 bus service seems to be curtailed by some of our town’s leadership while one of the greatest concerns of the people of this region is a lack of just such transportation options. No matter how you look at it businesses, individuals and families are being squeezed. While Windham, Bridgton, Harrison, Naples and […]
Windham speed limit may be lowered
The third time may be a charm as the Windham Town Council tries to lower the speed limit along a busy stretch of Route 202. Town Manager Tony Plante was informed last week that Brian Keezer, Maine Department of Transportation regional traffic engineer, is recommending to Commissioner David Cole that the speed limit along Route […]
Windham speed limit may be lowered
The third time may be a charm as the Windham Town Council tries to lower the speed limit along a busy stretch of Route 202. Town Manager Tony Plante was informed last week that Brian Keezer, Maine Department of Transportation regional traffic engineer, is recommending to Commissioner David Cole that the speed limit along Route […]
Raymond ratifies school budget on second try
Raymond residents, satisfied with cuts made after the first budget failed, ratified the $8.93 million school budget at the polls Monday by a vote of 345-287. The successful vote concludes the budget process, which was lengthened after the first spending proposal was approved at the annual town meeting but then shot down 517-435 at a […]
Raymond ratifies school budget on second try
Raymond residents, satisfied with cuts made after the first budget failed, ratified the $8.93 million school budget at the polls Monday by a vote of 345-287. The successful vote concludes the budget process, which was lengthened after the first spending proposal was approved at the annual town meeting but then shot down 517-435 at a […]
A huge conflict? (letter)
Does anyone find it interesting that the task force, headed by a man who has staked his business life on selling indoor wood stoves, has not recommended the competition – outdoor wood boilers? According to Victoria Wallack’s July 4 article, the task force contends that the outdoor wood boilers are too polluting. This is just […]
High speed chase brings charges against Standish man
A Standish man faces multiple charges after leading police on a high speed chase through Bangor and Veazie before jumping into the Penobscot River last weekend. Maine State Police said Anthony Alfiero, 23, was pulled over on Interstate 95 in Bangor just after noon July 5 because his vehicle had expired temporary license plates. After […]
High speed chase brings charges against Standish man
A Standish man faces multiple charges after leading police on a high speed chase through Bangor and Veazie before jumping into the Penobscot River last weekend. Maine State Police said Anthony Alfiero, 23, was pulled over on Interstate 95 in Bangor just after noon July 5 because his vehicle had expired temporary license plates. After […]