GORHAM — The Maine Mayhem, the state’s only women’s football team and a proud one at that, recently released their spring 2017 schedule, and members of the organization are looking forward to another successful season. Mayhem fans will have just one early chance to watch them play at home – in their opening matchup, vs. the […]
American Journal
News and information from and about the Maine towns of Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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Gorham Notes
Volk backs Gorham spur Maine Sen. Amy Volk, R-Scarborough, on March 23 testified in a legislative public hearing in favor of LD 905, “An Act To Authorize the Construction of a Maine Turnpike Connector to Gorham.” Volk co-sponsored the bill introduced by Rep. Andrew McLean, D-Gorham. “Daily traffic congestion and associated environmental threats to the villages […]
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MDOT seeks public input on traffic triangle
WESTBROOK — A public meeting will be held May 3 to discuss the renovation of the Cumberland Mills traffic triangle. The one-way traffic flow of the triangle and the street configuration will remain the same, but traffic lights will be installed to slow traffic and allow for breaks. The Cumberland Mills triangle is made up of Cumberland […]
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Gorham struts its stuff at annual Marketplace
Gorham’s annual Marketplace celebrates its 20th anniversary Saturday, April 1, at the Costello Field House at the University of Southern Maine. GORHAM — The 20th annual Marketplace promises to be the place Saturday to greet neighbors, stay warm and think spring despite a threat of winter loitering outside. It’s a celebration with family fun, food, cash […]
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Westbrook-Gorham Rotary gears up for annual road race
WESTBROOK — The Rotary Club of Westbrook-Gorham is set to host its 68th Patriot’s Day Road Race on April 17. The race, open exclusively to high school runners, was founded around 1948 (club officials are unsure of the exact year) by Franklin Emery to commemorate the famous ride of Paul Revere. A number of other […]
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MDOT seeks public input on traffic triangle
WESTBROOK — A public meeting will be held May 3 to discuss the renovation of the Cumberland Mills traffic triangle. The one-way traffic flow of the triangle and the street configuration will remain the same, but traffic lights will be installed to slow traffic and allow for breaks. The Cumberland Mills triangle is made up of Cumberland […]
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60 Years Ago
The Westbrook American reported on April 3, 1957, that Mr. and Mrs. John Hay of Westbrook attended the New England Hospital Assembly in Boston. A son, Steven Emery, was born March 22 in Maine Medical Center to Mr. and Mrs. Burleigh M. Richards of Gorham.
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Westbrook Notes
Class to help speaking English Another “Speak Clearly” class begins Thursday, March 30, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 612 Main St. The class, which will be held from 10 a.m. to noon, is especially designed for women who can speak English but need help with pronunciation and accent reduction. Free transportation is available, as well as […]
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'Fraud Book' good weapon against scammers
My current medical condition is taking me away from home – and the phone – on most weekdays, so I thought I’d escaped the plethora of calls telling me my engine warranty was about to expire or that I could get the interest lowered on my credit cards. But the scammers are now calling at […]
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Gorham schools look to trim budget increase
Gorham school officials Monday review the preliminary $37.8 million school budget proposed by Superintendent Heather Perry. Gorham parents pack a Gorham school budget workshop Monday. A public forum to discuss the budget is set for 6:30-7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 5, in the municipal center, 75 South St. GORHAM — School officials are looking to trim […]