The Gorham Democratic Party will caucus from 3-4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, at the Gorham Recreation Department, 75 South St. The Hollis and Buxton Democratic Party will caucus at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 4, at Buxton Town Hall, 185 Portland Road, Buxton. The Westbrook Democratic Party, will caucus at 4:30 p.m., Feb. 4, […]
Robert Lowell
Staff Writer
Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a community reporter for Gorham, Buxton and Standish.
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Westbrook Notes: Jan. 25
Tree seedlings for kids Local kids can sign up at Walker Memorial Library for a chance to receive a free tree seedling to plant. The seedlings will be ready for pickup around Earth Day, April 22. Participants can have planting instructions and species information emailed. The program is open to kids who live in Westbrook […]
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Gorham Notes: Jan. 25
Historical calendars The 2024 Gorham Historical Society calendars are available for $10 at the Town Clerk’s Office at the municipal center and at Baxter Memorial Library. The calendar features photos of historic Gorham, including some places that no longer exist. Historical tidbit Gorham settlers in the winter of 1760 herded their cattle and horses to […]
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We Love to Eat: Jan. 25
‘Let it Snow’ supper – Saturday, Jan. 27, 4:30-6 p.m., Casco Village Church, United Church of Christ, 941 Meadow Road, Casco. Casseroles, hot dogs, baked beans, salads and dessert. $12, $5 under 9. Church supper – Saturday, Jan. 27, 5 p.m., First Congregational Church of Gray, 5 Brown St., Gray. Casseroles, salad, baked pea beans, […]
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Buxton Notes: Jan. 25
Democratic caucus The Buxton and Hollis Democratic caucus is set for 1 p.m. Feb. 4 at Buxton Town Hall. The doors open at noon for caucus registration and refreshments will be served. Two state senators running for reelection, Donna Bailey, who represents Buxton, and Henry Ingwersen, who represents Hollis, will participate as will House District […]
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Robie Park improvement plan ready for review in Gorham
Proposed amenities include a gateway, restrooms, bike racks, a shaded picnic area, loop trail, new trees and benches.
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Public input to continue on build-out pace of proposed Gorham subdivision
The developers of a proposed 391-unit residential project in Gorham Village are asking the town to allow them to build more units per year than is currently allowed.
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Family Dollar awaiting final OK to reopen in Westbrook after being shut down for nearly a year
The renovated store, which was closed last February because of a rat problem, will hold a grand opening Feb. 1.
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Westbrook Notes: Jan. 18
‘Doppler Doug’ promoted Doug Eaton has been appointed to fill the operations manager vacancy at Public Services following Artie Ledoux’s retirement. Eaton will also continue in his role as the city arborist. “Doug has been an integral part of our team since June 1998,” Mayor Michael Foley said in announcing the appointment. “He began his service […]
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Buxton Notes: Jan. 18
Special agent at BEMS to discuss online safety Special Agent David Fife of Homeland Security Investigations will be a guest speaker at Bonny Eagle Middle School from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 31. Fife will discuss internet safety and “how to report abuse and suspicious activity,” according to the school department. The meeting is open […]