Waltham Street resident Arthur Bragdon has seen two world wars, the coming of electricity and the automobile to Maine, as well as the advent of television and the computer. Bragdon, who turned 100 on Jan. 9, has a little more trouble getting around on his own these days. He can’t hear or see as well […]
2006
Posted inAmerican Journal, Southern Forecaster, Web
100 years young
Waltham Street resident Arthur Bragdon has seen two world wars, the coming of electricity and the automobile to Maine, as well as the advent of television and the computer. Bragdon, who turned 100 on Jan. 9, has a little more trouble getting around on his own these days. He can’t hear or see as well […]
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100 years young
Waltham Street resident Arthur Bragdon has seen two world wars, the coming of electricity and the automobile to Maine, as well as the advent of television and the computer. Bragdon, who turned 100 on Jan. 9, has a little more trouble getting around on his own these days. He can’t hear or see as well […]
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Retirement community at center of controversy
Westbrook City Councilors were expected to confront a developer Wednesday night who they believe has changed plans for a retirement community. Changes to the final plan for Stroudwater Landing, a retirement development on a 53-acre plot between Stroudwater and Spring streets, has sparked controversy among city councilors and some Westbrook residents after Sandy River Health […]
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Gorham 50 years ago 0118
The Westbrook American reported in its issue of Wednesday, Jan. 18, 1956, that Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bachelder of Green Street announced the engagement of their daughter, Mary Bachelder, to Warren Bruce Murchie.
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Gorham 50 years ago 0118
The Westbrook American reported in its issue of Wednesday, Jan. 18, 1956, that Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bachelder of Green Street announced the engagement of their daughter, Mary Bachelder, to Warren Bruce Murchie.
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Scots cheerleaders take third in SMAAs
The squads from Westbrook, Gorham and Bonny Eagle each received a callback at Monday’s SMAA cheerleading competition, and finished among the top half of the 14 teams. For the Blazes and the Rams, it was a sign of the improvement in their programs. “We did great,” said Westbrook senior Caleigh Mannette. “It feels so good […]
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Momentum flip: Rams record still unblemished with comeback win
Four goals from David Gushee helped Gorham overcome a huge deficit Saturday to defeat South Portland, 7-5, at the USM Ice Arena. Down 5-2 early in the third period, the Rams went on a five-goal tear to remain unbeaten. “This game really showed what kind of team we are,” said Gorham coach Eric Wales. The […]
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Learn to Shear Sheep
Spring is the traditional time for sheep shearing in Maine. Ewes have had their lambs and shepherds are preparing their flocks for the pasture season. A hands-on sheep shearing school is planned for Saturday, March 25 at Sun Rise Acres located at 42 Winn Road in Cumberland. The course fee is $20.00 per participant and […]
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Drug lamp starts fire
Police are investigating a Gorham house fire that they say was caused by lamps used to grow marijuana. The fire broke out at the 449 Ossipee Trail residence at about 5 p.m. on Friday, said Gorham Fire Chief Robert Lefebvre. Gorham Police Lt. Chris Sanborn said police are working with the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency, […]