The Forecaster’s “Homeless in Cumberland County” wins second place in its division for investigative reporting from the Maine Press Association.
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Challenge at the checkout: Mainers struggle to keep up with rising grocery prices
Historic inflationary pressures are making it difficult to put food on the table, forcing shoppers to scout for deals and cut back.
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Westbrook Notes: Oct. 20
Library friends to meet The Friends of Walker Memorial Library will meet from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, at the library, 800 Main St. The friends spent its annual outing in Buxton during that town’s 250th birthday. “We walked around and enjoyed the day, the parade, and had lunch. It was a fun day […]
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We Love to Eat: Oct. 20
Free community meal – Wednesday, Oct. 26, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. COVID precautions, including masking and spaced seating, are still being taken. Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, Oct. 29, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation $8; $4, child; $20, family. Takeout containers available. Face masks […]
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We Love Sales & Fairs: Oct. 20
Harvest, craft, bake sale – Saturday, Oct. 22, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Portland Elks Lodge, 1945B Congress St., Portland. More than 35 crafters. Italian pastries, homemade candles and more. Free admission and plenty of parking. Lunch served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Christmas craft fair – Saturday, Oct. 29, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Longfellow Place, 80 Longfellow St., Westbrook. Christmas […]
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Chau, Moninski in heated Westbrook Ward 2 City Council race
The U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn the Constitutional right to abortions has led to political agitation in Westbrook’s Ward 2 City Council race, and candidate endorsements have split City Hall. Two Democrats, incumbent Victor Chau and challenger Jessica Moninski, seek the three-year seat. Mayor Michael Foley has endorsed Chau, 49, and five sitting councilors […]
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Poitras, Ross vie for Westbrook Ward 3 school board seat
Two candidates are hoping to land a three-year term on the School Committee in Westbrook’s Ward 3 race in the city’s election next month. Three-term incumbent Noreen Poitras is facing challenger Flynn Ross, a school and community volunteer. Poitras, 55, is frustrated with the state’s formula for funding school districts, while Ross says Westbrook schools […]
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Letter: Rielly’s work in Augusta has been big help to Westbrook
Knowing Morgan Rielly as a child and watching him grow up in a family of public service, it is exciting to see him serve our community as a state representative. His accomplishments in his first term have been very beneficial to Westbrook. Serving his hometown and representing the next generation in Augusta, his leadership has […]
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Letter: This women’s rights advocate is voting for Chau
Victor Chau’s 13-year commitment to this city is significantly impressive. Victor is consistently prepared, dedicated and concentrated on Westbrook’s financial wellness. I’ve fended off protesters, escorting women to clinics. I unequivocally support women’s rights, and I’m proud of our city’s proclamation. I know Victor researches everything, including state law prevails over city’s proclamations. That’s why […]
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Two drivers killed when van collides with car in Waterboro
A Westbrook man and a North Waterboro woman died at the scene Tuesday morning, while 2 passengers were treated at a hospital for non-life threatening injuries.