We’ve had some questions about public transportation lately. There was a time when trains (both passenger and freight) were common in South Windham. During a winter like the one we’re experiencing, this is the snow plow that was used to clear the tacks. In fact, this wooden plow was used from 1923 to 1963. We’d […]

Following last weekend’s road-slickening storm, the Windham Veterans Center’s annual Christmas party has been moved to Saturday, Dec. 22 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., but the entertainment will still be provided by the musically-inclined Gloria Jean Silke. Gloria Jean, as she’s known on stage, has been a musician for nearly half a century, and it’s […]

On Saturday, Dec. 22 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., there will be a Christmas party at the Windham Veterans Center for the families of deployed soldiers. Singer/Entertainer Gloria Jean, Operation Homefront President Donna Chapman, and Windham Veterans Association President Donald Swander, have joined forces to put together a free three-hour Christmas program for the spouses […]

On Saturday, Dec. 22 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., there will be a Christmas party at the Windham Veterans Center for the families of deployed soldiers. Singer/Entertainer Gloria Jean, Operation Homefront President Donna Chapman, and Windham Veterans Association President Donald Swander, have joined forces to put together a free three-hour Christmas program for the spouses […]

Something to Talk About Gov. John Baldacci named fifth-grader Reed Bridge-Keonigsberg an Energy Savings contest winner. Reed attends Crooked River Elementary School in Casco. His teacher is Sharon Ridley. In recognition of October being Energy Awareness month, the governor called upon youngsters to submit their best ideas for Energy Conservation Tips. Winners received an iPod […]

Something to Talk About Gov. John Baldacci named fifth-grader Reed Bridge-Keonigsberg an Energy Savings contest winner. Reed attends Crooked River Elementary School in Casco. His teacher is Sharon Ridley. In recognition of October being Energy Awareness month, the governor called upon youngsters to submit their best ideas for Energy Conservation Tips. Winners received an iPod […]

Maine’s FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) LEGO League Tournament was held in Standish on Dec. 1 with the team from Gray-New Gloucester finishing first in one of the competitive categories. The Patriot Power Loons team, made up of Alex Cobb, Olivia Giles, Mitchell Giles, Jesse MacDonald, Joshua Moran, Riley Myhaver, Casey […]

Holiday Helpers Lori Wood and Sandy Stiles have worked tirelessly to help Raymond families this holiday season. Sponsored by the Raymond Rattlers Snowmobile Club, Holiday Helpers is a group of dedicated individuals who have gathered together for long days and nights assembling baskets full of food, clothing and gifts to give to 46 families in […]

Holiday Helpers Lori Wood and Sandy Stiles have worked tirelessly to help Raymond families this holiday season. Sponsored by the Raymond Rattlers Snowmobile Club, Holiday Helpers is a group of dedicated individuals who have gathered together for long days and nights assembling baskets full of food, clothing and gifts to give to 46 families in […]

As we celebrate the solstice on Dec. 21 – the darkest day of the year, except for April 15 – take comfort in knowing that state officials are doing all they can to make it even darker. And, like Tax Day, more expensive. OK, don’t take comfort. Be like that. You can’t blame the high […]