“Active transportation” projects, needed most by rural residents, are under consideration.
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Posted inNorthern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster
Dad distributes Narcan in honor of son he lost to overdose
Jim Rodimon of North Yarmouth hands out the overdose reversal drug and other supplies on the streets of Portland.
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Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Westbrook priest’s huge collection of Nativity scenes from around the world goes on display
Nearly 100 creches in a range of styles will be shown at St. Hyacinth’s Church on Friday and Saturday and many will be available for purchase.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Family’s popular high-tech holiday show a labor of love
The Meads of Westbrook host the computerized light and music show each evening during the season to benefit the American Refuge League of Greater Portland.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
For roller skaters, it could be a happy new year in Westbrook
Happy Wheels is rolling toward an opening in early 2022.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster
‘Why would they not help?’ Tucker family seeks answers from Westbrook police
The family of Terry Tucker Jr. say they feel the police didn’t give their concerns enough weight and as a result, the body of their loved one wasn’t found for more than four months after they reported him missing.
Posted inCoastal Journal, Northern Forecaster, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
‘Native people are scared’: Invasive beetle found in Cumberland County threatens Wabanaki culture
The Wabanakis revere the brown ash tree, which is a target of the destructive emerald ash borer, and use the trees in their traditional basket making.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly, Portland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Decorated veteran, 93, has fond memories of her service
Blanche Kelley of Westbrook was a chauffeur stationed at the Pentagon who went on to become the nation’s top female Army recruiter.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Drawing determines Mazer winner of at-large council seat in Portland
A recount in the Brandon Mazer-Roberto Rodriguez race has been scheduled for Tuesday.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Tied tally for at-large Portland council seat to be decided by random drawing
A push to limit the size of homeless shelters in the city fails at the polls and voters elect District 1 and District 2 councilors.