Young cancer fighter honored On Friday, July 12, the Maine Children’s Cancer Program, the Portland Sea Dogs and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield honored Griffin Cochrane of Windham. The 5-year-old boy is making remarkable progress in his recovery from leukemia. In a tribute to Griffin’s courage and strength, he was honored at the first of […]
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New rules proposed to address Windham development
The Long Range Planning Committee seeks to balance growth and rural preservation and “give some priorities to these rural areas.”
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Windham begins third search for new manager
Interim Town Manager Don Gerrish is optimistic the timing is right, and he’ll stay on through the next round of interviews.
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Lakes Region Weekly Briefs: July 12
NG veterans monument in need of renovation NEW GLOUCESTER — The New Gloucester Veterans Monument Committee is soliciting donations for renovations to the monument, which is located in front of McCann Fabrications on Route 202. In December 2018, an automobile accident broke one of the granite fence posts, and snowmobiles have ridden across the monument. […]
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It Happened in Windham: Family fun at Sebago Basin Tenting
In the 20th century in North Windham, there was once a spot known for its commitment to family-friendly activities and wholesome entertainment, as well as for its beautiful campsites and soft, sandy beach. Opened by Lawrence and Frances Manchester in 1958, Sebago Basin Tenting was a favorite summer place both of locals and visitors from […]
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Windham town manager finalist turns down position
The first finalist after two searches opts instead for a job in Washington state.
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Pot task force still on the job in Windham
Task force members say they are being cut out of the marijuana ordinance process.
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Regional transportation group launches online survey
PORTLAND — The Portland Area Comprehensive Transportation System has been working in recent months to set regional priorities for transportation investment. As part of that effort, the organization has developed a brief online survey it hopes people living and working from Scarborough north to Freeport and west to Standish would be willing to answer. The […]
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Inside Windham July 5
To market, to market If you haven’t been to Windham’s Farmers Market yet, you’re in for a treat. Stop by their location off Route 302 at the end of Turning Leaf Drive, behind Buck’s Naked BBQ, any Saturday from now to Oct. 19. The market opens at 8:30 a.m. and closes at 12:30 p.m. […]
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On the Right Lane: My last hurrah
“One more regret at my age won’t make much difference.” Mayor Frank Skeffington, played by Spencer Tracy in the 1958 movie, “The Last Hurrah” The 5th of July is my 71st birthday and after tossing and turning for several nights I decided it would be a good day to end my column. When I visit […]