In 2017, the state Legislature enacted L.D. 905, which authorized the MTA to construct a turnpike connector to Gorham. A memorandum of agreement was signed by all involved municipalities in 2022, which obligated each one to support the MTA in completing the project. As of today, the Legislature has not rescinded this order, but the […]
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Posted inDo This, Food
Maine Maple Weekend turns sweet 42
More than 100 farms and sugarhouses around the state will be celebrating this weekend, with free tours, samples, treats, animals and more.
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Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Maine wrestlers to compete for NCAA Division III titles
University of Southern Maine All-Americans Colby Frost and Jake Craig are in Rhode Island for the national championships.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Mainers took different paths to NCAA D-III indoor track nationals
Emma Burr of Thomas and USM’s Ben Drummey, Ethan Shain, Khalysa Hammith and Joey Richards are competing at the NCAA Division III championships in New York.
Posted inAmerican Journal
We Love to Eat: March 13
Gorham haddock meal – Friday, March 14, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Baked haddock, mashed potatoes, peas, coleslaw, rolls, drink, and dessert. $14. Cheese pizza option, $6. Westbrook haddock dinner – Friday, March 14, 5-6 p.m., St. Hyacinth Church, 268 Brown Street, Westbrook. Sponsored by Daughters […]
Posted inScarborough Leader
Amid flurry of amendments, Scarborough council passes new beach fees
Parking is now at a $20 flat rate, non-resident beach passes are capped at 350 at $200, and part-time residents can get a resident beach sticker.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham Notes: March 13
School nominations Nomination papers are available in the Town Clerk’s Office to fill the remainder of the term left when Stewart McCallister resigned earlier this year. The three-year term expires in November. Any registered Gorham voter interested in running for the position must submit nomination papers with no less than 35 or more than 50 […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham educator named Maine Middle School Art Teacher of the Year
Gorham’s art teacher Hannah West was chosen as Maine Middle School Art Teacher of the Year.
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USDA halts millions in funding for University of Maine System
The move temporarily pauses the system’s agricultural research and programs weeks after President Donald Trump threatened to cut funding for Maine because it allows transgender athletes to compete in sports.
Posted inNorthern Forecaster, The Forecaster
Maine Audubon celebrates spring with storytelling
“Phenomenal: Seasonal Stories From Your Wildlife Community” will bring in a variety of guests speakers to share personal stories on their own connection with spring to commemorate the dramatic environmental changes of the season.