Sue Austin is the right choice for House District 67. I grew up in Gray-New Gloucester and Sue was one of the first politicians I met when I got involved in politics while in high school. She has served her constituents in Casco, Frye Island, Gray and Raymond well, and I know she will continue […]
American Journal
News and information from and about the Maine towns of Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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Mill workers share tale of inclusion
WESTBROOK — For years a children’s book Dale Leroux collaborated on with his friend and former colleague, Don Davidson, sat unpublished. Nearly 20 years later, with a boost from Sappi, the book is now being donated to schools and libraries in the city. On Tuesday, Leroux and Davidson stopped by Canal School to deliver copies […]
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Looking Back
Oct. 27, 1993 The Westbrook High School football team has qualified for the Western Maine Class A playoffs for the first time in over 10 years, Athletic Director Peter Curran said. That’s the good news. Unfortunately, the 3-5 Blazes will be going into the playoffs Saturday against the No. 1 ranked and undefeated Biddeford Tigers […]
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Letter: Violette dedicated public servant, former mayor says
I am writing to offer my support to Jim Violette running for Ward 5 School Committee. As the former mayor of Westbrook for nine years I had plenty of interaction with Jim in his role as School Committee chairman. We tackled many budgets together, managed complex legal issues and met collaboratively in advance of our […]
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School breakfasts get boost from Hannaford
WESTBROOK — The School Department will receive funding from Full Plates Full Potential to make it easier for students to get breakfast at school. The $1,200 donation was part of a larger announcement Wednesday, Oct. 24, at the Middle School where Full Plates Full Potential accepted a $50,000 donation from Hannaford to help end child […]
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WEA gets pushback for school board endorsements
WESTBROOK — The Westbrook Education Association executive board is being criticized for its process in endorsing candidates for School Committee, with some saying the uncommon move is in retaliation to rocky contract negotiations early this year. After years of watching from the sidelines, the WEA executive board decided to get politically involved this election season […]
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Letter: Violette balances students' needs, taxpayers' concerns
I am writing in support of Jim Violette who is seeking re-election to the Westbrook School Board from Ward 5. Jim has served many years as a School Board member, most of the as chair. Prior to his longtime service on the board, Jim was an active member of the City Council. It remains obvious […]
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Letter: Sanborn advocates health care for all, LGBTQ rights
Senate District 30 (Scarborough, Gorham and Buxton), would be fortunate to elect Dr. Linda Sanborn in November. She is a Clean Elections candidate who supports Clean Elections funding because it allows people without personal wealth or big donors to have the opportunity to run for office. She has eight years of legislative experience, representing Gorham […]
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Gorham Notes
Cristy Meacham of Gorham, whose family participated in The Fresh Air Fund’s Friendly Towns Program this past summer, was among winners of the program’s 2018 photo contest for this photograph. It shows Fresh Air Fund visitor Grace, 11, with a fish she caught in the Saco River in Buxton. Meacham identified the man in the […]
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Halloween spirit comes alive this weekend
There is no shortage of events this weekend to celebrate Halloween. From Westbrook’s popular Halloween on Main Street to trunk-or-treat events at a number of venues, there are plenty of places in the area for young and old to dress like a zombie and feast on candy. Some are listed below. Westbrook Halloween festivities will […]