The Maine Public Utilities Commission recently announced that our electricity bills will rise again in July. It shouldn’t surprise anyone – legislative Republicans and Maine’s Public Advocate have been warning Mainers about this for years. I joined with my fellow Republicans and a handful of Democrats to try and lower rates this past session. Special […]
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Inside Windham: July 5
Farmer’s Market open The Windham Farmer’s Market is open for the 2024 season. It is located on Turning Leaf Drive near the Stockhouse Restaurant in the heart of North Windham. The town market is a community of producers and makers who share their talents with local shoppers on Saturday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 […]
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It Happened in Windham: Community help needed to preserve a part of Windham’s past
May was National Historic Preservation Month, a month designed to remind people of the importance of preserving their local historic sites. Many of you may not be aware that one of Windham’s most beloved landmarks is in dire need of repair. From the outside, the Old Town House Museum on Windham Center Road looks perfectly […]
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Inside Windham: June 21
Eighth grader awarded Shea Cary has received the Secretary of State’s Eighth Grade Citizenship Award. “Shea is one of 116 outstanding citizens who received this award for their contributions and commitment to civic responsibility,” said Rep. Barbara Bagshaw, R-Windham, who presented the award to Cary. Students receiving the award are also recognized for their scholastic […]
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Inside Windham: June 7
An afternoon at Merrifield Farm Join the Windham Historical Society and host Lyle Merrifield for a Saturday afternoon open house at Merrifield Farm, 195 North Gorham Road in Gorham, June 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be displays of old tools and memorabilia and visit the Sugar House where maple products will […]
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Negative response to first Windham Pride event prompts drag queens to cancel performance
Drag Queen Chartreuse Money said a man she didn’t know told her that attending the event would put her life at risk. Organizers say it’s just one example of the pushback they’ve received.
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Details emerge in killing of Windham man, as suspect from Leeds appears Wednesday in court
Police say the victim from Windham was shot in the head and his body was found in New Hampshire. Joseph Chute, 31, of Leeds has been charged with his murder.
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People and Business: May 29
Hires, promotions, appointments Girl Scouts of Maine appointed new members to its board of directors and senior leadership team: Deirdre Clifford will be the vice president of development. She was previously director of donor engagement and marketing for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine. Tiffany Dembowski of Portland was added as an at-large member. […]
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It Happened in Windham: A Depression-era housewife’s memories: the diary of Alice Gilman
If you keep up with the Windham Historical Society on Facebook, then you are well acquainted with Alice Gilman. If you don’t follow the page, however, allow me to introduce her to you. Alice Gilman was a housewife living in the Newhall section of town during the days of the Great Depression. For the past […]
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Inside Windham: May 24
Resident celebrates 100 years Barbara Clarke Tolman of Windham turned 100 years old on May 10. She got a visit from Rep. Barbara Bagshaw, R-Windham, and Rep. Jane Pringle, D-Windham, who presented a Legislative Sentiment honoring her. “Barbara’s wish was to receive 100 birthday cards before her birthday celebration,” Bagshaw said in a press release. “The […]