They are among 264 rural or small districts nationwide to be awarded a total of $30 million by the national nonprofit Action for Healthy Kids.
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Inside Windham: Aug. 4
Donate to the Everlasting Gratitude The Everlasting Gratitude Wreath Program places an evergreen wreath with a red, white and blue bow on the graves of veterans in Windham’s cemeteries, like a hometown Wreaths Across America. The program was started in 2016 by Sebago Gardens and continues today under the leadership of American Legion Field Allen […]
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Motorcyclist hospitalized after collision with SUV in Windham
Mark Munson, 70, of Gorham, was transported to the hospital with serious injuries.
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Windham woman remembered for compassion, artistry and commitment to family
Deborah Livengood’s loved ones say her most fundamental trait was the deep and abiding love she held for the world around her. On Sunday, a truck hit Livengood while she was walking down Swett Road in Windham. She died from her injuries on Tuesday.
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Windham woman walking along road hit, killed by teen driver
Deborah Livengood, 74, died after she was hit Sunday morning. Police say the 16-year-old driver may have been distracted.
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Healthy eating for kids discussion at Windham library
SNAP-Ed Coordinator Sarah Somes from The Opportunity Alliance will lead a discussion on healthy eating for families with children in grades K-6 Aug. 9 at the Windham Public Library. The event, from 2 to 3 p.m. will include recipe demonstrations and taste-testing new foods. To learn more, contact the library at 892-1908. The library is […]
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Inside Windham: July 21
Rotary honors Mark Morrison Mark Morrison, a Windham town councilor and a financial advisor at Ameriprise Financial Services, has received the Paul Harris Fellowship Award from the Sebago Lake Rotary Club. Morrison was chosen for his work serving as president of the Rotary from 2020 to 2022, navigating the club through the pandemic. The award […]
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It Happened in Windham: The Bicentennial Old Home Week celebration
In 1938, the No. 1 song in the nation was “A Tisket A Tasket,” Superman made his first appearance in Action Comics and the walkie-talkie was invented. Money was tight due to the recent recession, with the average American worker making just $1,700 per year. Most families grew their own vegetables and fruit for food […]
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People and Business: July 19
Hires, promotions, appointments Andrew Fortin-Trimble was promoted to senior vice president, chief marketing officer at Skowhegan Savings. He joined in 2020 as vice president, director of marketing to lead strategy and execution, and was previously the digital marketing manager for Camden National Bank. Michelle Clements, public relations and communications manager at the Portland Water District, […]
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Inside Windham: July 7
Summer festival The annual St. Anthony of Padua Festival will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 15 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, 919 Roosevelt Trail in North Windham. The festival has fun for people of all ages. There will be a special area for kids featuring games, a scavenger hunt […]