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Mainer gets Oscar nomination for ‘Avatar’s’ visual effects

by Ray Routhier January 22, 2026January 22, 2026

Eric Saindon, who grew up in Gorham, was nominated for his work on ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash.’ A documentary film, ‘Come See Me In the Good Light,’ about Maine-born poet Andrea Gibson, was also nominated.

Maine, News, Outdoors

Gorham, Standish and Westbrook rinks are ready for skating

by Robert Lowell January 21, 2026January 21, 2026

Free, public outdoor ice skating is available in the area, including one warming hut.

Cops & Courts, Maine, News

15-year-old boy charged with arson in Gorham

by Salomé Cloteaux January 17, 2026January 17, 2026

He was charged with Class A arson and released to the custody of his parents.

News

Gorham Notes: High school student creates math app, earns Congressional award

by Robert Lowell January 16, 2026January 16, 2026

Gorham High School student Isaiah Whitehead has been awarded the 2025 Congressional App Challenge by Rep. Chellie Pingree and the 1st Maine District. Whitehead’s app, “Calculation Salvation,” is an arithmetic tool designed for people of all ages to practice their math skills — ideal for brain exercises and boosting overall cognitive function, a Pingree press […]

Maine, News

West Coast timber trucked in for event center in Gorham

by Robert Lowell January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

The project is built at Shaw Cherry Hill Farm and could be open as soon as this summer.

News

Gorham Notes: Sign up for youth basketball shooting competition

by Robert Lowell January 12, 2026January 12, 2026

The Knights of Columbus, St. Anne’s Council 10221, is sponsoring a youth basketball free-throw competition on Saturday, Jan. 17, at Shaw Gym, 75 South St., in Gorham. The competition is open to boys and girls ages 9-14. Proof of age is required at sign-up. Registration is set for 2:30 p.m. with the competition at 3 […]