Brannen, David W., 76, of Windham, died on Feb. 15, 2017. Arrangements are under the care of Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham. Glicos, David G., 52, of Raymond, died on Feb. 15, 2017. Arrangements by Blais & Hay Funeral Home, Westbrook. Kuusela, Grace C., 92, of Gorham, died on Feb. 16, 2017. Family and friends are […]
American Journal
News and information from and about the Maine towns of Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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Turnpike spur just an outdated dream
Re: A proposed spur from Gorham to the Maine Turnpike I lived between routes 22 and 114 for almost 40 years and that’s all we heard from MDOT, town managers and political types. I would suggest that you circle the 12th of Never as the opening date of this latest headline attempt. This plan should […]
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Blue Spruce’s second phase gets go-ahead
WESTBROOK — Phase 2 of the Blue Spruce Farm development has been approved by the Planning Board. The board approved the project 4-1 Tuesday night with Ward 2 representative Dennis Isherwood opposed. Vice Chairman Rene Daniel and Ward 4 representative Cory Fleming were absent, as were alternates John Turcotte and Robin Tannenbaum. The project, which is […]
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Coffee with a Cop meetings resume
WESTBROOK — The police department is hosting its first Coffee with a Cop event of the year on Friday morning. The event, which allows members of the public to meet with police officers in a relaxed environment, will be held at Doughboy’s Deli at 57 Bridge St. Officers will be there from 8-10 a.m. on Feb. […]
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Banking group buys plaza at auction
WESTBROOK — The U.S. National Bank Association bought back One Riverfront Plaza for $9.2 million at auction. The building, which has been vacant for over a year, was auctioned Feb. 17. The U.S. National Bank Association oversaw the auction after filing a foreclose notice Jan. 4 at the Cumberland County Registry of Deeds. The auction, which was […]
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Gorham Notes
Retired Town Clerk Connie Loughran at the February Town Council meeting administers the oath of office to members of the Police Department. Pictured are, from left, Officer Alisha Smith, Officer Paul Dubay, Officer Todd Meslin, Sgt. Ted Hatch, Lt. Mike Nault, Deputy Chief Chris Sanborn, and The Rev. Timothy Higgins, chaplain. Hatch, Nault and Sanborn were […]
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Thrift shop expanding into new space
WESTBROOK — When Cornelia’s Closet reopens next month, it’ll offer more than just clothes. The Westbrook Community Center thrift shop, which will be reopened by the second week of March, will have coffee and muffins for sale. There will also be new clothing and home items available and more volunteer opportunities for residents. The thrift shop, […]
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Deaths
Brannen, David W., 76, of Windham, died on Feb. 15, 2017. Arrangements are under the care of Dolby Funeral Chapel, Windham. Glicos, David G., 52, of Raymond, died on Feb. 15, 2017. Arrangements by Blais & Hay Funeral Home, Westbrook. Kuusela, Grace C., 92, of Gorham, died on Feb. 16, 2017. Family and friends are […]
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New Mainers to host international dinner for neighbors
WESTBROOK — Everyone loves to eat good food, regardless of where they’re from. With this knowledge in mind, Westbrook’s Community Policing Coordinator Meg Perry is helping a group of residents plan an international dinner. The meal, which is free and open to the public, will take place Saturday, Feb. 25, from 5-7 p.m. The purpose of […]
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60 Years Ago
The Westbrook American reported on Feb. 27, 1957, that Girl Scout Troop 19 of Warren Congregational Church in Westbrook attended a skating party at Riverside Golf Course. Mrs. Linnie E. Burnell of Westbrook, widow of Joseph Burnell, died at age 70 and was buried in Hillside Cemetery in Gorham. She was born Feb. 27, 1887, […]