Local holiday events in the Greater Portland region support local businesses and bring a sense of community cheer.
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Kennebunk Post, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Cyclists pedal for food pantry finds
Bicycle groups came together for “Cranksgiving,” a scavenger hunt to buy food across Portland to donate to the Westbrook Food Pantry.
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Demand for English adult education courses outpaces class space in Portland region
More than 1,000 adults looking to learn English are sitting on local waitlists. Programs like those in Portland, Westbrook and Gorham are looking at collaborative solutions.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Westbrook Fire Department isolates large fuel spill in Presumpscot River
The oil was flowing from the storm drain system into the river.
Posted inAmerican Journal
We Love Fairs and Sales: Nov. 21
Christmas fair – Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., West Gorham Union Church, 190 Ossipee Trail (Route 25), Gorham. Crafts, greenery, bake sale, knitted items, raffle for queen-sized quilt or $100 gift card to Pit Stop Fuel or Christmas basket full of goodies, used Christmas decorations, used jewelry, and RADA knives. Chowda or sandwiches for […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
We Love to Eat: Nov. 21
Weekly community meal – Wednesday, Nov. 27, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. A hot meal plus salad, fruit, dessert and a beverage, provided by Trinity Lutheran Church and Wayside Food program. Live music and free blood pressure checks. Free, takeout Thanksgiving dinner – Thursday, Nov. 28. Meals can be picked up […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook Notes: Nov. 21
Walker Friends to meet The next Friends of The Walker Memorial Library meeting is set for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, at the library at 800 Main St. The monthly meeting is a week early because the fourth Thursday in November is Thanksgiving this year. The Friends are planning its annual open house from 11 […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Faulkingham prevails in Westbrook’s Ward 4 recount
The recount showed Faulkingham at a margin of 13 votes, two less than the initial results.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook survey respondents want swimmable water
The city survey received 632 responses, with the most in favor of a $5 million swimming pool, particularly if grants and donations covered half of the cost.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Westbrook McKague fountain removal lacks respect, family says
The fountain, dedicated decades ago to former city Arborist Wes McKague, reportedly needed repairs, but was replaced in 2020 without the plaque for McKague. The old fountain was found discarded, with parts missing, at Public Services.