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

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  • Published
    December 28, 2023

    We Love to Eat: Dec. 28

    Senior lunch – Wednesday, Jan. 3, noon, St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Social time at 11:30 a.m. $4 suggested donation. Community meal – Wednesday, Jan. 3, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Face masks and social distancing. Public bean supper – Saturday, Jan. 6, 4-5:30 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, […]

  • Published
    December 27, 2023

    Rick Gouzie remembered as easygoing, popular Westbrook official and friend to many

    Rick Gouzie, a longtime Westbrook code enforcement officer, died last week at age 70.

  • Published
    December 27, 2023

    Gorham welcoming 2024 with bang-up lineup for revelers of all ages

    The annual New Year Gorham takes place Sunday at three venues in town.

  • Published
    December 21, 2023

    Gorham Notes: Dec. 21

    Deputy Police Chief Nault named Employee of Year Deputy Police Chief Michael Nault was named Employee of the Year at the Police Department’s annual awards ceremony Dec. 11. Nault earned the award for his dedication and “his work as the accreditation manager for Gorham Police Department’s 2023 Maine Law Enforcement Accreditation Program certification,” Chief Christopher […]

  • 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 […]