The new nonprofit Fuller Center will do repairs and renovations for elderly residents of Windham, Raymond and Standish so they can continue to live safely in their houses.
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Posted inThe Forecaster
Scholarship available from Portland Water District
PORTLAND — The deadline to apply for Portland Water District’s Joseph A. DiPietro Scholarship is March 15. The $1,500 scholarship is for students in communities served by the Portland Water District who are pursuing careers in water/wastewater treatment technology, HVAC, electrical, automation technology, instrumentation, plumbing, pipefitting, fire science, environmental studies, applied sciences, engineering, public administration […]
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Here’s Something: Rush to judgment reveals society’s sad state
The 1980s was a triumphant decade for America. It was the height of hope and optimism. Ronald Reagan brought pride to all except the most partisan. We won the Cold War and defeated communism. Media and politics were professional and cordial. Never could we have foreseen what America would become just a generation later. In […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Maine Bicentennial: Windham
In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, the Lakes Region Weekly is featuring historical highlights from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Corey honored with AARP award
WINDHAM — Rep. Patrick Corey, R-Windham, received the AARP Maine Capitol Caregivers Award on Jan. 21. He joins a bipartisan group of elected officials from 30 states who AARP says are advancing policies to bring more help to family caregivers. Corey sponsored successful legislation to support family caregivers and help spouses remain in their homes. […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Windham temporarily halts pot cultivation permits
Windham councilors approve a 60-day moratorium on new marijuana cultivation permits while they work out the details of a licensing ordinance.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, Southern Forecaster
With ‘significant success’ area communities plan to continue recycling outreach
An eight-week pilot program led to a reduction in recycling load contamination rates, along with cost savings.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Office for Civil Rights opens investigation in Windham
The federal education department’s Office for Civil Rights is investigating Windham High School after a student’s family made three complaints.
Posted inLakes Region Weekly
Inside Windham: Jan. 31
Snowshoe loan program A wonderful way to get out and explore the great outdoors on local trails is by giving snowshoeing a try. The Windham Parks & Recreation department has men’s, women’s and youth sizes available and they are free to borrow for a day, a few days or a weekend. You can get your […]
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Forum scheduled to answer questions about REAL ID
WINDHAM — Sen. Bill Diamond, D-Windham, will hold a forum Feb. 12 to answer questions about the new REAL ID, its necessary requirements and the deadline for obtaining one. Mainers are required to update their driver’s license by Oct. 1, 2020, in order to adhere to new standards set by the Department of Homeland Security […]