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Westbrook homeowners face 8.8% tax increase

by Robert Lowell May 3, 2023May 3, 2023

The tax hike resulting from the proposed municipal and school budgets is believed to be the largest the city has seen, the mayor says.

American Journal

Westbrook Little Leaguers honor vets

May 3, 2023

Opening ceremonies last weekend include a special tribute to veterans.

Maine cities, towns face historic tax increases as costs rise relentlessly

by Gillian Graham April 30, 2023April 29, 2023

School budgets tip the scales for municipalities trying to balance fiscal responsibilities without burdening residents.

American Journal

Westbrook Notes: April 27

by Robert Lowell April 27, 2023April 25, 2023

Profenno’s, Frog and Turtle pizza winners A large turnout of hungry pizza connoisseurs at last week’s Westbrook-Gorham Rotary Club Pizza Challenge judged Profenno’s Pizzeria and Pub’s as the best tasting and Frog and Turtle’s “Bacon Got Better” pie as the most creative. In other prizes, Lorraine Faherty won two round-trip Jet Blue tickets, courtesy of […]

American Journal, Lakes Region Weekly

We Love to Eat: April 27

April 27, 2023April 25, 2023

Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, April 29, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. $10 suggested donation; $5 children; $20 family. Takeout available. Free community meal – Wednesday, May 3, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Face masks and social distancing. Senior meal – Wednesday, May 3, 11:30 a.m. […]

American Journal

Westbrook Notes: April 20

by Robert Lowell April 20, 2023April 17, 2023

Earth Day seed swap Bring seeds and plant samples to share with fellow gardeners to Walker Memorial Library between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22. Also on Earth Day, drop off all colors of plastic bottle caps at the lending services desk to contribute to the library’s community art project. […]

American Journal, Lakes Region Weekly

We Love Fairs and Sales: April 20

April 20, 2023April 17, 2023

USM Spring Craft Show – Saturday, April 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., University of Southern Maine, 37 College Ave., Gorham. To benefit USM student athletes; more than 150 vendors. Vendor and craft fair – Saturday, April 29, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., White Rock Grange, 33 Wilson Road, Gorham. Co-sponsored by White Rock Community Club. Third annual plant and […]

American Journal, Lakes Region Weekly

We Love to Eat: April 20

April 20, 2023April 17, 2023

Roasted turkey dinner – Saturday, April 22, 4:30-6 p.m., Highland Lake Grange, corner of Route 302 and Hardy Road, Westbrook. Roasted turkey, vegetables, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, bread, cranberry sauce and cake. $10 exact cash. No preorders. High on the Hog Supper – Saturday, April 22, 4:30-6 p.m., Casco Village Church, United Church of Christ, […]