How the Gorham music teacher who received $10,000 from Barry Manilow will use the money
Through the Manilow Music Project, Isaac Hawkins won $5,000 for himself and $5,000 to purchase new instruments for Gorham music programs.
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Gorham Sports Center proposes 2 new outdoor turf fields
The expansion would help meet growing demand for practice and game space for sports leagues in southern Maine.
Meet the Varsity Maine Girls Game of the Year finalists
These 2025-26 standout contests featured extra time, late-game heroics and a little controversy.
Graham Platner abruptly postpones town halls in Gorham, Sanford
The cancellations came amid speculation that a national news outlet was preparing to publish another damaging story about his personal history. Later Monday, Politico published a former girlfriend’s allegation that Platner sexually assaulted her in 2021.
Barry Manilow honors Gorham High music teacher with $10,000 award
Isaac Hawkins was recognized by Manilow during his Portland concert.
How Maine’s economy benefits from billion-dollar defense contracts
Hundreds of Maine companies, large and small, share billions of defense dollars each year that flow through communities across the state.
What flying the American flag means to Mainers
While some feel Old Glory is being used as a political football, many believe it should remain a symbol of our country and the things it should stand for.
Historic Gorham inn gets new owners, name
Married couples Lisa Andrade and Phil McCormack and Jen and Elijah Whitehead bought the inn from Kathy Powell.
Obituary: Jack Dixon
GORHAM – Jack Dixon of Gorham, Maine, passed away on June 26, 2026, at the age of 84 after a long …
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Obituary: Richard A. Carrier
WESTBROOK – Richard A. Carrier, 74, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, July 5, 2026, after a long illness in …
Varsity Maine Female Athlete of the Year: Addison DeRoche, Cheverus
After committing to Florida State, the junior dominated while leading the Stags to an undefeated season and a Class A championship.
Obituary: Todd Lyn Bradeen
STANDISH – It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Todd Lyn Bradeen on July 3, 2026, due to …
Kayakers explore historic Presumpscot River on a hot summer day | Column
Route near the trestle included swimmers and other paddlers aiming to beat the heat.
Varsity Maine Boys Team of the Year: Westbrook football rises to pinnacle
The Blue Blazes’ story featured themes of perseverance, meeting potential and creating a bond with their community.
Maine gardeners find it hard to leave a paradise they created themselves
Avid gardeners talked to us about what it’s like to leave beloved gardens they spent decades dreaming and building.
Meet the Mainers behind the turf at the Boston World Cup pitch
To help out the Gillette Stadium team with the field viewed by the world, these recreation managers went to Boston for a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ experience.
Massabesic is leaning on this lucky charm ahead of Little League softball state tournament
The Mustangs have been contenders in recent years and will lean on its unofficial team mascot, a hobby horse named HoneySlayNeighBae, when they play this week
Judge rolls back rulings after evidence of police surveillance discovered in Westbrook’s man case
Police arrested Willie Banks after monitoring him through his neighbor’s camera for 3 years.
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