GHS prom fundraiser The Gorham High School Prom Committee is hosting a fundraiser selling bedsheets. Sets in five sizes and 15 colors are available for $40 each. Orders include fitted sheets, flat sheets and pillow cases. To purchase a sheet set, email [email protected]. The fundraiser continues until April 14 and the sheets will arrive in […]
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Gorham, Buxton and Standish.
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Buxton Notes: March 30
Historical society reopens The Buxton-Hollis Historical Society, 100 Main St. in Buxton, will reopen April 6. New operating hours are 4-8 p.m. on Thursdays. The historical society is scheduling programs and events for 7 p.m. on April 18, May 16 and June 20. For more information, visit buxtonhollishistorical.org or call 929-1684.
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We Love to Eat: March 30
Fish dinner – Friday, March 31, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Baked haddock, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, peas, rolls, beverages and dessert. $12. No takeout. Fish dinner – Friday, March 31, 5-6 p.m., St. Hyacinth Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Baked haddock, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, […]
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Rodent problem shuts down Family Dollar in Westbrook
Work is being done to address the issue and then the downtown store can reopen, but the city is providing few other details.
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Westbrook Notes: March 23
Button Society show The Maine State Button Society’s annual button show and sale, with the theme of “Shining a Light on Buttons,” takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 1 at St. Hyacinth Church, 268 Brown St. Admission is free and lobster and chicken rolls will be available to buy. Marilyn Foster of […]
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Gorham Notes: March 23
Boyle bill focuses on energy facilities’ decommissioning Rep. Jim Boyle, D-Gorham, introduced legislation Thursday with an amendment would require developers to establish a plan for responsibly decommissioning energy storage facilities after they have reached the end of their useful life. The Maine Legislature House Democratic Office reported in a press release that Boyle’s LD 496 […]
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Buxton Notes: March 23
Nurse substitutes sought The Bonny Eagle School District is looking for substitute school nurses. The district posted a flyer describing the specialized practice of nursing as protecting and promoting student health, facilitating optimal development and advancing academic success. The school district represents Buxton, Frye Island, Hollis, Limington and Standish. For more information, contact Jessi Woodman […]
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We Love to Eat: March 23
Fish dinner – Friday, March 24, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Baked haddock, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, peas, rolls, beverages and dessert. $12. No takeout. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Fish dinner – Friday, March 24, 5-6 p.m., St. Hyacinth Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Baked haddock, mashed potatoes, green beans, coleslaw, […]
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Proposed school budget raises Westbrook property taxes 16.4%
The $47.7 million spending plan, up $4.2 million from this year’s school budget, is now under review by the school board’s Finance Committee.
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Maple producers have plenty of sweetness on tap this weekend
Sugarhouses open their doors for Maine Maple Sunday Weekend events March 25-26 with demonstrations, samplings and sales, pancake breakfasts and other family activities.