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

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  • Published
    March 23, 2021

    Maple Weekend limited, but still a sweet spot amid pandemic

    The pandemic has forced changes to the popular annual event at sugarhouses in the area, including curbside service and social distancing.

  • Published
    March 22, 2021

    We Love to Eat: March 25

    Drive thru fish dinner – Friday, March 26, 4:30-6 p.m. St. Anthony Parish, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Baked haddock, green beans, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, roll and dessert. $10. To benefit St. Anthony Parish. Pick up dinners in lower church parking lot. Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, March 27, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, Parker Farm […]

  • Published
    March 18, 2021

    Buxton Notes: March 18

    Myers recognized Town Clerk John Myers was honored recently at a selectmen’s meeting for serving 35 years as town clerk. His tenure began March 4, 1986. The plaque reads “In recognition of your dedication and commitment of 35 years serving the Town of Buxton. Thank you for all that you do.” His wife Louise, children […]

  • Published
    March 18, 2021

    Gorham Notes: March 18

    Gorham legislator introduces bill to aid veterans Rep. Maureen “Mo” Terry, D-Gorham, has introduced a bill to provide “personalized and proactive support” to members of the military who are transitioning to civilian life in Maine, according to a press release from the Maine Legislative House Democratic Office. The bill, LD 542, would establish a two-year […]

  • Published
    March 18, 2021

    Gorham mulls wish list for $3.1 million in pandemic relief

    The town manager and school superintendent have some ideas on how they’d allocate that money.

  • Published
    March 15, 2021

    Westbrook Notes: March 18

    Rankin joins force Westbrook Police Chief Sean Lally earlier this month welcomed his department’s newest police officer, Candace Rankin. Rankin comes to Westbrook from the Garden State – New Jersey – where she worked for a medical examiner’s office. Her work included going to scenes, conducting interviews, working with investigating officers and assisting in examinations. […]

  • Published
    March 11, 2021

    Westbrook Notes: March 11

    Native was distinguished flyer The name of the late U.S. Coast Guard Vice Admiral John Currier, a Westbrook native, is inscribed on a statue at the Smithsonian in Washington D.C., his father said Saturday during a visit to the Westbrook Historical Society. Bill Currier said his son, who died a year ago at age 68 […]

  • Published
    March 11, 2021

    Buxton Notes: March 11

    Elected positions available Nomination papers are available for several elected municipal positions. Papers for the town boards are due by 4:30 p.m. April 9 to Town Clerk John Myers’ office at Town Hall, 185 Portland Road. The election will be held June 8, when Buxton and four other SAD 6 towns will also choose school […]

  • Published
    March 11, 2021

    Gorham Notes: March 11

    Marketplace postponed The annual 2021 Marketplace is postponed, according to Suzanne Phillips, executive director of Gorham Business Exchange, which sponsors the event. Last year’s event was also wiped out due to the pandemic. Marketplace, an event displaying hometown services and products connected with Gorham, is usually held at the end of March at the University […]

  • Published
    March 11, 2021

    We Love to Eat: March 11

    Drive thru fish dinner – Friday, March 12, 4:30-6 p.m. St. Anthony Parish, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Baked haddock, green beans, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, roll and dessert. $10. To benefit St. Anthony Parish. Pick up dinners in lower church parking lot. Takeout bean supper – Saturday, March 13, 4:30-6 p.m., Buxton Centre Baptist Church, 938 Long […]