Shawn Frank of Sebago Technics explains Harvey Perfomance Company’s plans for a new plant in Gorham at the former horse racing track off Narragansett Street. Gorham Town Council Vice Chairwoman Suzanne Phillips chats with Brian Lavelle, left, and Steve Vatcher, both of Harvey Performance Company, following a public meeting Dec. 6 about the firm’s plans for […]
American Journal
News and information from and about the Maine towns of Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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Boys Hockey: Gorham opens with a victory over Gardiner
GORHAM–Tanner Garand put up two goals in the Rams’ season-opener vs. visiting Gardiner on Saturday night, Dec. 8. They were Gorham’s only two goals – but they were enough, as the Tigers managed just one on the night. “Going into the game, I really didn’t know to expect,” Gorham head coach Jon Portwine said. “We […]
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Boys Hockey: Windham/Westbrook stumbles against Brunswick to begin season
GORHAM–Windham/Westbrook fell 6-0 in their season-opener vs. visiting Brunswick on Saturday night, Dec. 8. The still-young W/W squad simply found themselves overmatched by the upperclassmen-heavy Dragons, and even a strong performance by netminder Sean White couldn’t keep them in it. “Yeah, certainly not the start we were hoping for tonight,” Windham/Westbrook head coach Greg Leclair […]
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Letter: Ranked choice voting passes with flying colors
Ranked-choice voting has been tested, and passed with flying colors, so it was shocking to see Edgar Allen Beem join the right-wing attack (Nov. 23). I could understand Al Diamon – he’s an entertainer, and a jolt of randomness from spoiler candidates makes elections more entertaining. But Beem should know better. The election was simple […]
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Winter Previews: Bonny Eagle
Alpine SkiingCoach: Sean MunkacsiKey athletes: Jacob Polchies, Sam Cousins, Nolan McCullough, Sarah Baxter, Maggie Munkacsi, Estelle Ballard, Clair MunkacskiOutlook: Munkacsi is eager to hit the slopes; no doubt his kids are too. Happily, they’ll soon get their chance: “The early snow and cold temps will allow us to get a substantial head-start training on snow at Shawnee Peak,” […]
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R.G. Eaton Woodworks closes after 34 years
WESTBROOK — As he worked to close down R.G. Eaton Woodworks last week after 34 years and numerous high-profile projects, Robert Eaton was quick to note he is retiring, but not totally. “I am not going away. I am just doing something different. I am still going to be available,” said Eaton, who will continue woodworking […]
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Winter Previews: Gorham
Alpine SkiingCoach: Sean MunkacsiKey athletes: Jacob Polchies, Sam Cousins, Nolan McCullough, Sarah Baxter, Maggie Munkacsi, Estelle Ballard, Clair MunkacskiOutlook: Munkacsi is eager to hit the slopes; no doubt his kids are too. Happily, they’ll soon get their chance: “The early snow and cold temps will allow us to get a substantial head-start training on snow […]
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Winter Previews: Gorham
Alpine SkiingCoach: Sean MunkacsiKey athletes: Jacob Polchies, Sam Cousins, Nolan McCullough, Sarah Baxter, Maggie Munkacsi, Estelle Ballard, Clair MunkacskiOutlook: Munkacsi is eager to hit the slopes; no doubt his kids are too. Happily, they’ll soon get their chance: “The early snow and cold temps will allow us to get a substantial head-start training on snow […]
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60 Years Ago
The Westbrook American reported on Dec. 10, 1958, that Boy Scout Troop 73 in Gorham planned a court of honor. David Mills would receive the Star badge and James Key the Life badge. The guidance counselor at Westbrook High School sought permission from the School Committee to use hypnosis in a research program to stimulate […]
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Winter Previews: Westbrook
Boys BasketballCoach: Dan LeGageLast year’s record: 14-7Key players lost: Zac Manoogian, Landon SjobergKey returners: Mike ConnollyKey newcomers: Tyler Heathcoat, Braiden PierceKey matchups: Biddeford, Marshwood, Windham, NobleOutlook: The Blazes are green this winter; they’ll field a lot of first-year players. Their primary goal, then, is simply to get better as the season elapses. Girls BasketballCoaches: Diana […]