‘Honor Flight’ info A representative of Honor Flight Maine, a group that provides veterans with free trips to and tours of Washington, D.C., will speak at the Wednesday, May 1, meeting of the American Legion Post 62 at 6:30 p.m. This was originally scheduled for April 3 and was postponed. There will be three presentations […]
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Gorham, Buxton and Standish.
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Gorham Notes: April 25
Knights 5K race The Knights of Columbus at Saint Anne’s Church have announced its second annual 5K race will take place at 9 a.m. May 18. The race starts and ends at the church at 299 Main St. The organization aims to raise $4,000 to go to local charities, scholarships, food pantries, Maine Special Olympics […]
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Buxton Notes: April 25
Making way for a home An old building on the banks of the Saco River on Depot Street in Bar Mills dating back to the 1870s was recently demolished to make way for a home. Buxton Code Enforcement Officer Patti McKenna said a single-family, two-story residence is planned for the property owned by Austin and […]
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We Love Sales: April 25
Two-day book sale – Friday, May 3, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Shaw Gym, 75 South St., Gorham. Sponsored by Friends of Baxter Memorial Library. Event includes a train show by Maine3Railers. Plant sale and raffle – Saturday, May 4, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Baxter Memorial Library, 71 South St., Gorham. Sponsored […]
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We Love to Eat: April 25
Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, April 27, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. $10 suggested donation, $5 children, $20 families. Takeout available. Casco pie supper – Saturday, April 27, 4:30-6 p.m., Casco Village Church, 941 Meadow Road, Casco. Pizza, chicken, pork, beef, spaghetti, shepherd’s and more pies. Salads and dessert. $12, […]
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Gorham council leaves proposed $53.5 million school budget untouched
The School Committee presented a $53.5 million spending plan, up $3.5 million. Councilors will vote on the budget May 14.
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The Daily Grind fortifying after Westbrook break-in
The owners found an air conditioner pushed in and some cash stolen overnight last weekend.
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Howell Laboratories buys ODAT Machine in Gorham and eyes expansion
The employee-owned company with a headquarters in Bridgton looks to add employees to both locations.
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Buxton Notes: April 18
Cemetery association to hold annual meeting The South Buxton Cemetery Association’s annual meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 23, at Buxton Town Hall. All lot owners, representatives and interested parties are welcome and encouraged to attend. Members in attendance will elect officers and directors and an auditor will be selected. The board […]
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Gorham Notes: April 18
Gorham spruces up A town cleanup in multiple locations is set for 8:30 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, April 21. Volunteers should check in at the municipal center. The annual event began as a Gorham Village Alliance initiative known as the “Sparkle Project” in 2018. The Village Alliance reports it has grown into a joint […]