Westbrook spending plan includes service and personnel cuts, but no tax increase
The combined $70.6 million proposals cut some staff positions and programs in the face of revenue losses because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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New Happy Wheels rink approved for Warren Avenue
The Westbrook Planning Board also OK'd a four-story building for Main Street and reviewed plans for a 16-unit subdivision off Bridge Street.
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Westbrook floats idea of replacing outdoor pool with splash pad
The City Council will hold a public hearing June 1 on filling in the pool at the Warren outdoor recreation area and replacing it with the less costly amenity.
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Portland Forecaster
Jetport to receive $12M in aid to make up for loss of passengers
Passenger traffic at the Portland International Jetport is down 90% and it is losing $1.6 million in revenue per month.
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American Journal
Proposed solar farm in Gorham up for review June 1
The Planning Board asks for more information about a fence between the solar array and two property abutters.
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American Journal
Sappi sees pandemic impact on sales, introduces new line
The company hopes the sustainable casting paper made in Westbrook will help stimulate sales.
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American Journal
Gorham council orders no tax hike in school budget
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American Journal
Gorham’s Ram gets jiggy with mascot challenge
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American Journal
Westbrook grads to go out with a bang
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American Journal
Rock Row adds residential complex, Chik-fil-A
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American Journal
Cornavirus cases climb to 35 at Springbrook Center
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The Forecaster
Hometown Heroes: Yarmouth Sewing Warriors come to rescue with face masks amid pandemic
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Sports
Should coaches be paid for a canceled season?
School districts in Maine have been wrestling with the dilemma, balancing financial concerns with the desire to reward coaches for work they do with student-athletes throughout the year.
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Forecaster Sports
Cheverus holds virtual NLI signing
Six athletes make college commitment in a remote ceremony
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Sports
Football: Coaches, ADs mixed on new classification for 2020
While many say the changes approved by the MPA are good for the sport, some feel even greater changes are needed.
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Varsity Maine
Football: MPA approves reclassification for 2020 season
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Forecaster Sports
‘It’s just heartbreaking’: Spring sports season canceled
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Sports
Football: Lobster Bowl rosters announced
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American Journal
All-stars were plentiful this winter
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Sports
MPA changes course, allows coaches to speak with athletes
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Sports
Delay to spring season hits home for baseball, softball teams
