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    November 21, 2019

    Nault promoted to deputy police chief in Gorham

    GORHAM — Michael Nault, who worked his way up through the ranks of the Gorham Police Department from patrol officer to lieutenant, has been promoted to deputy chief. Nault on Nov. 14 was sworn in by his mother-in-law, retired Town Clerk Connie Loughran, at a ceremony at the municipal center. As deputy chief, Nault will […]

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    November 21, 2019

    Gorham council remains opposed to USM name change

    GORHAM — The Gorham Town Council stands firm in its opposition to a proposed University of Southern Maine name change, Chairwoman Suzanne Phillips said Tuesday. The University of Maine System Board of Trustees announced Monday it has authorized leadership to seek approval from the Legislature to change the USM name to the University of Maine […]

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    November 14, 2019

    Gorham Notes: Nov. 14

    Be a Santa to a Senior Home Instead Senior Care is once again offering the community a chance to spread some cheer to local seniors who may not have anyone with whom to share the holidays. Through the Be a Santa to a Senior program, community members can give a senior a special holiday gift. […]

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    November 13, 2019

    We Love Fairs: Nov. 16

    Church fair – Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., North Congregational Church, 22 Church Hill Road, Buxton (Groveville). Crafts, jewelry, cookie walk,  raffles, white elephant area, food table with coffee and donuts,  lunch with chili, soup, chowder, hot dogs and chips. Home for the Holidays Christmas fair – Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saint […]

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    November 13, 2019

    Gorham councilors deny Kuech seat at table

    Janet Kuech, newly elected to the Town Council, said she will sue the town over her disqualification as an elected official because she is a school employee.

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    November 13, 2019

    Retired big leaguer hopes to throw book at adversity

    Westbrook native Johnny Cumberland talks about baseball and life’s challenges in a book he wrote with Paul St. Cyr.

  • Published
    November 13, 2019

    Westbrook Notes: Nov. 14

    Historical calendars Westbrook Historical Society calendars for 2020 featuring city historical figures are now available for $20 at the society’s headquarters at the community center, 426 Bridge St. The society, open 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Saturdays, can be reached at 854-5588. Seniors to dine Westbrook senior citizens will be served a Thanksgiving […]

  • Published
    November 13, 2019

    We Love to Eat: Nov. 13

    Community meal – Thursday, Nov. 14, noon, Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church, 810 Main St., Westbrook. Beef noodle, $5. Free dinner – Thursday, Nov. 14, 5:30-6:30 p.m., St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 678 Washington Ave., Portland. Chowder luncheon – Friday, Nov. 15, and every Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Ave., Portland. Bowl of haddock […]

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    November 7, 2019

    Veterans Day observances planned in Gorham, Westbrook

    GORHAM — Gorham and Westbrook both will observe Veterans Day with ceremonies on Monday, Nov. 11. The activities in Gorham, sponsored by Gorham Community Access Media and Baxter Memorial Library, will get underway at 10 a.m. at the Gorham Municipal Center, 75 South St. The program includes a performance by the Gorham Police Honor Guard, […]

  • Published
    November 7, 2019

    Westbrook Notes: Nov. 7

    Author to speak about John Cumberland book Paul St. Cyr will speak about his latest book, “Four C’s,” on the life of Major League pitcher John Cumberland, at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at Walker Memorial Library. Books will be available for $15. A Westbrook native, Cumberland played and coached 38 years in professional […]