RAYMOND — Eighteen months after a kitchen fire destroyed the popular A La Mexicana, the restaurant will celebrate its grand re-opening Friday, Oct. 19, in its new, renovated diner. Owner Jose Chavez said he is happy to be up and running again in a permanent place after the April 2017 fire. “I lost pretty much […]
October 2018
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Letter: Corey's record shows commitment to Windham
Patrick Corey will have my vote Nov. 6. I have known him for many years and have been impressed by his approachability, keen intelligence and common sense. He is dedicated to his community. His 100 percent voting record shows his commitment to Windham’s people. His respectfulness to his peers in the Legislature and his willingness […]
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Inside Windham
Halloween AdventureThe Parks and Recreation Department is hosting its 2018 HalloweenAdventure from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at Windham Middle School. This community event is open to families with children in the 8th grade or younger. Stop by and see some “haunted” happenings, play some games, listen to music and enjoy some refreshments. “Trunk or […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Letter: Nichols' experience makes her right choice for Senate
I support Republican candidate Cathy Nichols for Senate District 25. I worked with Cathy at the Manufacturing Association of Maine where she was the policy outreach coordinator. She worked on legislative bills with manufacturers throughout the state. She listened to their concerns and connected them with legislators and state officials to discuss issues important to […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Gray begins to tackle marijuana policies
GRAY — With its six-month moratorium on retail and medical marijuana uses in town in place, the Town Council has begun working on how to regulate them. Both the state medical marijuana law and the state adult use marijuana law have been significantly altered within the past year, Alyssa Tibbetts, an attorney with Jensen Baird Gardner & […]
Posted inLakes Region Weekly, Southern Forecaster
On the Right Lane: Build it and they will come
“Build it and he will come.”The Voice from “Field of Dreams” Isn’t it amazing that so many people believe the quote from the “Field of Dreams” is just a little different than it is? So with a change coming in the management of Windham I know I am not alone when it comes to […]
Posted inSouthern Forecaster
Windham approves fire sprinkler exemptions
WINDHAM — The Town Council Oct. 16 unanimously approved an amendment to the town’s fire codes to exempt some structures from sprinkler requirements. Now exempt are agricultural buildings, barns, carports, grain silos, stables, livestock shelters, detached private garages and greenhouses. Before the amendment, all new buildings of at least 7,500 square feet either served by public […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Letter: Gass will give constitutents active voice
Anne Gass will be an effective representative for District 67. She has raised her family in this area for over 30 years. She has served on a variety of civic organizations. She is committed to growing the community through support of local schools and local businesses. She has ideas for improving government services and supporting […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Letter: Plante's leaving lesson in how not to treat people
Windham has lost a fine town manager. We are left with less than fine leadership at the top of the Town Council. This is not how you treat people. Ray MonahanWindham
Posted inLakes Region Weekly, Southern Forecaster
Inside Standish
Fun night for kids Saint Joseph’s College is offering a Kids Night Out program from 5:30-9 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Alfond Recreation Center. Various activities for ages 7 to 13 will be held, including swimming, games, movies, sports, and arts and crafts. The event is on-site registration only, and costs $15 for one child, […]