Lisa Backman says her work has become more challenging and far-reaching because of the pandemic.
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Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Windham approves marijuana ordinance amendment
WINDHAM — The Town Council unanimously approved an amendment to the marijuana licensing ordinance Tuesday night. The amendment was made in response to a letter from Charles Hawkins, who owns the medical marijuana store Maine’s Alternative Caring at 771 Roosevelt Trail. Under the ordinance, there are only two recreational storefronts allowed in town and four […]
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Letter: Biden will ‘change America as we’ve known it’ and that’s very good thing
In Mr. Balentine’s weekly column from Jan. 29 (“What’s a conservative to do?”) he expresses fear that the Biden administration will “change America as we’ve known it.” America as I’ve known it for the past four years under a Trump administration featured leadership in which lying was normal, degradation and name calling of adversaries was […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster
Over $78 million in state funds to go to area bridge repairs
The 19 construction and maintenance projects will take place over the next three years.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Stretch of Gray Road scheduled for repaving this summer
The Gray Road/Route 202 project will start in Gorham and end in South Windham.
Posted inPortland Forecaster
Senior Companion Program seeks more clients during pandemic
In-person visits have been suspended, but homebound seniors benefit from weekly wellness calls, The Opportunity Alliance says.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Forecaster Opinion, Lakes Region Weekly
Here’s Something: Biden should boycott Beijing Winter Olympics
While all eyes are on Tokyo’s upcoming Summer Olympics, America should take a stand against the Chinese Communist Party by boycotting the Beijing Winter Olympics, set to commence a year from now. While it’s probably too late to revoke China’s host nation status for the 2022 event, it’s not too late for individual nations to […]
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Route 302 in Windham reopens after water main is repaired
The heavily traveled road, which was reduced to one lane of traffic Monday morning, did not fully reopen until 5 p.m.
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Fire contained at Maine Correctional Center in Windham
Four people were taken to a hospital because of concerns about smoke inhalation, according to the Maine Department of Corrections.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Inside Windham: Jan. 29
Winter Adventure Bingo Looking for some new ways to enjoy the great outdoors this winter? The Windham Parks & Recreation Department has something that might just do the trick. To encourage people to try some new outdoor activities while exploring Windham’s parks and trails, they are offering a community-wide bingo game that incorporates activity ideas […]