New Gloucester Community Fair celebrated as rousing success The New Gloucester Community Fair on Aug. 21 had a lot to offer fair-goers – performances of musical hits spanning multiple decades, a magician, booths set up by local organizations, watercraft on the river, critters, food, cheerleading demos and an antler toss, to name but a few. […]
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Maine Preservation rolls out new drive-by tours of historic sites
The goal of the tours is to connect the state’s history with its culture today.
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New Gloucester approves controversial marijuana grow facility
The planning board, 3-2, upholds the former code enforcement officer’s determination that the facility’s use is “similar to a commercial greenhouse” and therefore allowed in a rural residential zone.
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Gray-New Gloucester teacher brings history home for her students
Michelle Strattard has been honored for her work at the high school.
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Inside New Gloucester: Aug. 13
A good deal Fundraiser features classic cars and toy collection Are you ready to drool over some head-turning, classic cars while supporting the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots campaign? Local car clubs will be sponsoring a cruise-in and toy collection for the Marine’s Toys for Tots campaign at Hodgman’s Frozen Custard, Route 100, […]
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New Gloucester’s Mrs. Maine wins another crown
Misty Coolidge will use her platform as USA United Service Ambassador to promote awareness about hunger around the country.
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Inside New Gloucester: July 30
Farewell, Sue Virtual Friends’ Weekend coming up The public is invited to join the Shakers’ second Virtual Friends’ Weekend and 47th Annual Friends’ Weekend from 1-5 p.m. Aug. 14. Featured offerings include Shaker educational programming, singing and plenty of laughter. Your admission “ticket” will gain access for you and your household to the live Zoom […]
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Inside New Gloucester: July 16
Community Fair coming up Aug. 21 Plans are shaping up for the New Gloucester Community Fair with the tagline: “Connecting People to Community.” This summertime favorite is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 21 at the New Gloucester Fairgrounds, 106 Bald Hill Road. Highlights include the live music of The Salty Dogs Band, […]
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Inside New Gloucester: July 2
Sold out Get inspired this Fourth of July Members of the public are invited to attend the reading of the Declaration of Independence at 1 p.m. Sunday, July 4, at the History Barn, 383 Intervale Road, behind Town Hall. This free event is sponsored by the New Gloucester Historical Society and is an inspiring way […]
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New Gloucester’s first Black selectman says it’s time to talk about racism
Dustin Ward reflects on his own experiences and what it means to be the first Black person on the board.