Robert Lowell

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Appraisal party

by Robert Lowell September 21, 2023September 19, 2023

The event will be the Buxton-Hollis Historical Society’s first fundraiser since before the pandemic.

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Westbrook Notes: Sept. 21

by Robert Lowell September 21, 2023September 21, 2023

Barbecue Showdown The fourth annual Rock Row Barbecue Showdown is set for Saturday, Sept. 23. Maine band 12/OC will entertain at the event taking place from noon to 3 p.m. at Quarryside at Rock Row. Local vendors competing for the honor of best BBQ and a $500 cash prize, including Smokin’ J’s Wicked BBQ, Cowbell […]

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Gorham Notes: Sept. 21

by Robert Lowell September 21, 2023September 19, 2023

Denison joins police Brady Denison joined the Gorham Police Department Sept. 11 in a ceremony at the Public Safety Building. Denison will be assigned to the midnight patrol division after attending the Maine Criminal Justice Academy’s basic law enforcement training program and Gorham’s field training. A 2022 graduate of UMaine Farmington with a degree in […]

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We Love to Eat: Sept. 21

September 21, 2023September 18, 2023

Seventh annual public dinner – Saturday, Sept. 23, 5-6 p.m., First Congregational Church of Scarborough, 167 Black Point Road, Scarborough. Fundraiser sponsored by Men’s Fellowship. Spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, beverages and cookies. Dine-in buffet, takeout options. $12, $8 ages 9 and under. Cash only. Spaghetti and meatball supper – Saturday, Sept. 23, 5-6:30 p.m., St. […]

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Buxton Notes: Sept. 14

by Robert Lowell September 15, 2023September 12, 2023

Benefit concert for riding center Hearts & Horses Therapeutic Riding Center’s fundraising concert, “Bands Behind the Barn,” will take place from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16. Funds will go toward scholarships for the therapeutic riding program for children and adults with physical or cognitive disabilities. The event includes food trucks, mobile bar service, […]

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Westbrook Notes: Sept. 14

by Robert Lowell September 14, 2023September 14, 2023

Foley remembers Cramer Mayor Michael Foley honored former City Councilor and County Commissioner Lyle Cramer, who died Aug. 30. “Lyle lived in Westbrook for 40 years and served the community in various roles during that time. He embodied the essence of what public service truly means,” Foley said in his Mayor’s Message on Monday. “He […]

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Gorham Notes: Sept. 14

by Robert Lowell September 14, 2023September 12, 2023

Strong Pre-K enrollment Ninety-one students are enrolled in Gorham’s pre-kindergarten students program, according to School Committee Chairperson Sarah Perkins. Ten were enrolled in last year’s pilot program. “This was made possible almost entirely with state funding and is an important step in ensuring our (pre-K) kids get access to the support services they need,” Perkins […]

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We Love to Eat: Sept. 14

September 14, 2023September 12, 2023

Free dinner – Saturday, Sept. 16, 4:30-6 p.m., FBC Westbrook, 733 Main St., Westbrook. Sponsored by Open Door Kitchen. Free community meal – Wednesday, Sept. 20, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Face masks and social distancing. Senior meal – Wednesday, Sept. 20, noon, St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Social […]