Westbrook student awarded scholarship Dylan Anderson, of Westbrook, was recently awarded the DiPietro Memorial Scholarship by Portland Water District. Anderson is studying to become certified in plumbing at Southern Maine Community College. The scholarship was established in 2003 to commemorate longtime water district trustee Joe DiPietro’s dedication to advancing youth education. Concert schedules announced The […]
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Kari Morissette, director of Church of Safe Injection, dead at 33
In announcing Morissette’s passing, peers described her as “a fierce advocate and friend to people who use drugs, fighting for their health, rights and dignity.”
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Year-round outdoor pool a consideration in Westbrook
City officials are awaiting word on grant funding for the project to replace the pool at the Cornelia Warren Outdoor Recreation Area with an outdoor pool at the Westbrook Community Center.
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Rivermeadow development in Westbrook awaits DEP permits
Developers of the proposed housing development at the former Rivermeadow Golf Course off Lincoln Street in Westbrook hope to begin work at the site in late summer. The Westbrook Planning Board Monday was updated on the first phase of the project, which incudes 29 single-family lots. The project in its entirety could ultimately bring upward […]
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‘Resilient’ Westbrook graduating class pushes through high-stress pandemic years
Four Westbrook seniors at share their experiences of high school years that were far from normal.
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Woodlawn Cemetery columbarium on its way to final approval
Final approval is expect within the next month for the columbarium project at Woodlawn Cemetery in Westbrook and construction could begin this fall. The Westbrook Planning Board Monday praised the design of the project, which will house about 200 urns of cremated remains and 200 more veterans’ urns. A garden, military flags and an outdoor […]
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Westbrook council to reconsider denial of outdoor liquor license for Legion
The Westbrook City Council will reconsider allowing the American Legion to serve alcoholic beverages outside. The request from the Stephen W. Manchester American Legion Post 62 was unanimously denied last week because of the Dunn Street location’s proximity to Riverbank Park. Local ordinances ban alcohol in city parks and the Legion’s parcel is technically considered […]
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We Love to Eat: May 12
Pot roast takeout – Saturday, May 14, 5-6 p.m., Raymond Village Community Church, 27 Main St., Raymond. Menu includes pot roast and gravy, potatoes, green beans, carrots, a roll and a brownie, $12. Meals are takeout only. Must order in advance by calling 655-7749 or emailing office@rvccme.org before noon May 14 and leaving a message […]
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We Love Sales: May 12
Clothing giveaway – Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Casco Village Church, UCC, 941 Meadow Road, Casco. Sizes range from preemie to mature adult. Congin Elementary School plant sale – Saturday, May 21, 9 a.m. to noon, Congin School parking lot, 410 Bridge St., Westbrook. Hosted by Congin PTO; rain date May 22. […]
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Westbrook Notes: May 5
Historic barns topic of author talk Don Perkins, a historian and author of “Barns of Maine,” will speak about old barns when the Westbrook Historical Society meets at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7, at the Community Center, 426 Bridge St. The society usually meets on the first Wednesday of each month. Downtown walking tour Discover […]