Read all about library’s Print Run 5K Baxter Memorial Library is celebrating its summer reading program with its second edition Print Run 5K at 7 p.m. Aug. 12. The timed race is open to all ages and abilities. A kids fun run will precede the 5K at 6:30 p.m. Registration is not required. Those who […]
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Gorham, Buxton and Standish.
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Gorham Historical Society may get new home in old barn
Work on the relocated and restored 200-year-old barn at Cherry Hill Farm is continuing and is expected to be completed by Thanksgiving.
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We Love to Eat: July 21
Free community meal – Wednesday, July 27, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. COVID precautions are still in place, including masks and spaced seating. Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, July 30, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation $8; $4, child; $20, family. Dine in or take out. […]
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Westbrook Notes: July 14
Water district warns painting hydrants is prohibited The Portland Water District, which provides services to the Greater Portland area, including Westbrook and Gorham, has issued a warning about the unauthorized painting of fire hydrants after it was reported that several were illegally painted in Portland. “Painting hydrants non-standard colors can jeopardize public safety and a […]
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Gorham Notes: July 14
Jim Gallant Band to perform at gazebo The Jim Gallant Band will entertain during a free lawn concert from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 19, at the gazebo in front of the municipal center, 75 South St. If the weather is inclement, the concert will be moved to Shaw Gym in the municipal center. Food trucks […]
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Buxton Notes: July 14
Mallett Brothers Band tickets now on sale Tickets are available for a performance by the Mallett Brothers Band, an Americana rock band that is taking the stage at Buxton’s 250th birthday celebration at 6 p.m. Aug. 6 on the grounds of the Brewster Mansion. The concert, which is expected to draw a large crowd due […]
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Neighbors oppose subdivision proposed for Gorham’s White Rock neighborhood
The group has concerns about the environmental impact, but the developer is turning over almost half the acreage to the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust.
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Gorham school tech director retires after 40-year career in education
Dennis Crowe was a teacher, coach and youth sports official before retiring as Gorham’s director of technology June 30, during a career in education that spanned 40 years. Crowe spent 14 years as director of technology for Gorham schools, according to Superintendent Heather Perry. “Over those years, Dennis worked brilliantly to bring the Gorham Schools […]
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We Love to Eat: July 14
Free community meal – Wednesday, July 20, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. COVID precautions are still being taken such as wearing masks except while eating and spaced seating.
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We Love Sales and Fairs: July 14
Church yard sale – Saturday, July 16, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Prides Corner Congregational Church, 235 Pride St., Westbrook. Clothes, furniture and collectibles. Church lawn sale – Saturday, Aug. 6, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tory Hill Meetinghouse, Route 112, Buxton. Vendors needed during the Dorcas Fest and Buxton 250th celebration. To reserve space, […]