The proposed $35.3 million Westbrook school budget for the 2016-2017 fiscal year reflects an increase of roughly 4 percent from this year. But school officials said this week that key factors such as teacher health benefits have not been finalized, which will most likely lower the final figure. A public hearing on the budget is […]
American Journal
News and information from and about the Maine towns of Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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Animal shelter looks ahead to $6.5M new digs
Construction on the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland’s new state-of-the-art adoption facility is considered at the halfway point this week, with work on the $6.5 million project expected to be finished this fall. According to Jeana Roth, the communications director for the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, the planned move-in date is the […]
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Westbrook Spring Sports Preview: Blazes 'positive, upbeat' heading into season
Baseball Coach: Greg Souza Last year’s record: 9-7 Key players: DJ Henrikson (sr.), Bailey Ryan (sr.), Corey Walker (sr.), Bailey Sawyer (jr.), Justin Coppeta (so.) Key games: “Today’s game is the most important game,” says Souza. Outlook: Souza is optimistic, saying: “We expect to have a strong offensive and defense club.” He does see at […]
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Inside New Gloucester
Genetic Genealogy talk Nancy Milliken Mason will speak on “Genetic Genealogy: How, When, Where and Why” at the Thursday, April 21, meeting of the New Gloucester Historical Society, starting at 7 p.m. Mason is a genetic genealogist who has been doing traditional genealogy research for more than 30 years. Genetic DNA testing can help you […]
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Inside New Gloucester
Genetic Genealogy talk Nancy Milliken Mason will speak on “Genetic Genealogy: How, When, Where and Why” at the Thursday, April 21, meeting of the New Gloucester Historical Society, starting at 7 p.m. Mason is a genetic genealogist who has been doing traditional genealogy research for more than 30 years. Genetic DNA testing can help you […]
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Bonny Eagle Spring Sports Preview: Scots squads aiming to earn playoff berths
Baseball Coach: Ricky Hession Last year’s record: 11-5 Key players: Dana McKay (sr., P/C); Troy Bogdahn (sr., INF/P); Cam Robinson (sr., INF); Drake Laughlin (sr., OF); Kyle Labrecque (sr., P/OF) Key games: South Portland, Marshwood, Deering, Portland, Windham Outlook: Graduation 2015 took a bite out of the Scots’ offense, but they return some talent, too. […]
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Gorham Spring Sports Preview: Rams' 'goal is to get better each day'
Baseball Coach: Chuck Nadeau Last year’s record: 9-9 Key players: Sam Kilborn (sr., P, Captain); Cam Smith (sr., P, Captain); Gerek Brown (sr., CF, Captain); Jackson Taylor (sr., P/RF); Logan Drouin (jr., P/3B); Ben Nelson (so., SS) Key games: Westbrook Outlook: Nadeau sounds a common refrain among coaches in recent seasons, saying, “The SMAA will […]
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Opus One concert benefits SHS chorus trip
Members of the Select Chorus at Scarborough High School are headed to the Windy City in late April for their annual performance tour. Now, the students are busy rehearsing and fundraising to help offset the costs of the Chicago trip. The biggest fundraiser will be held Saturday, April 16, when the Opus One Big Band […]
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Regional briefs
Golf course to open The municipal golf course in South Portland is set to open for the season on Friday, April 15, weather permitting. Go to www.southportland.org and click on the parks and recreation link for more information, including costs. E-waste disposal set The First Congregational Church, on Black Point Road in Scarborough, will host […]
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Especially for Seniors: Rachel, Heather and the IRS
“Hi, this is Rachel from Card Services calling about your credit card account.” “Hello, this is Heather from Card Services – there’s nothing wrong with your account.” “We’ve been trying to get in touch with you. This is the IRS.” And on it goes, with threats of arrest and worse. The IRS has said many […]