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Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a reporter for the American Journal.

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  • Published
    December 21, 2023

    Buxton Notes: Dec. 21

    No changes to curbside pickup There are no changes to curbside trash pickup during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, according to the town.  However, the transfer station will be closed on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2. Buxton Town Hall will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 22, for the employee Christmas party. Free coats […]

  • Published
    December 21, 2023

    We Love to Eat: Dec. 21

    Christmas Eve dinner – Sunday, Dec. 24, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Takeout containers available. A short Christmas Eve service follows the dinner. Free Christmas dinner – Monday, Dec. 25, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church, 810 Main St., Westbrook.

  • Published
    December 21, 2023

    Westbrook Notes: Dec. 21

    Veterans remembered Rolling Thunder Chapter 2 Maine sponsored a Wreaths Across America ceremony Dec. 16 at Veterans Rest in Woodlawn Cemetery with assistance from American Legion Post 62 and the Westbrook Veterans Affairs Committee. Speakers included Mayor Michael Foley, Rebecca Boaz of the veterans committee, and event emcee Deborah Willoughby of Rolling Thunder. New WPD officer […]

  • Published
    December 20, 2023

    USM parking system changes not going over well in Gorham

    A new license plate reader parking-fee system that assesses costs and sends bills has drawn complaints from those who weren’t aware the system existed.

  • Published
    December 20, 2023

    Westbrook business brightens Christmas for unhoused kids

    Xtreme Screen & Sportswear’s giving tree brings in gifts for more than 60 students in Westbrook schools who don’t have permanent residences.

  • Published
    December 14, 2023

    Westbrook Notes: Dec. 14

    Library party wrap-up Friends of Walker Memorial Library’s annual holiday party Dec. 9 was successful with several people signing up for new library cards, according to Kelly Day of the Friends of Walker Memorial Library. “We had a lovely day with many children, teens and family and friends, enjoying the music food and crafts. Great […]

  • Published
    December 14, 2023

    Gorham Notes: Dec. 14

    Santa for seniors The Gorham Home Instead office will finish up delivering donated gifts to local senior citizens on Monday, Dec. 18. “Thanks to the generous support of the Gorham community over the years, Home Instead has collected thousands of gifts through its annual Be A Santa to a Senior program,” a press release said. […]

  • Published
    December 14, 2023

    Buxton Notes: Dec. 14

    Family fun day Bar Mills Community Church, 13 Hermit Thrush Drive, is hosting a family fun day from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 16. Activities include ornament making, cookie decorating, a story time, and a Christmas movie along with popcorn and cocoa. Donate blood  An American Red Cross blood drive is planned for noon […]

  • Published
    December 14, 2023

    We Love to Eat: Dec. 14

    Free chicken pot pie and dessert – Saturday, Dec. 16, 4:30-6 p.m., FBC Westbrook, 733 Main St., Westbrook. Kids’ option macaroni & cheese. Community meal – Wednesday, Dec. 20, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Pandemic precautions remain in place, including wearing masks when not eating and spaced seating. Christmas Eve dinner […]

  • Published
    December 13, 2023

    Wreaths Across America ceremony to honor veterans Saturday at Buxton cemetery

    The annual event is held in conjunction with ceremonies at the National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. A Westbrook ceremony is also planned.