Not every job has duties both as exciting and daunting as “to love and serve people, love and serve God, help people connect to that which is sacred, and try to change the world.” But that’s exactly what the Rev. Emily Goodnow, the recently appointed pastor at the First Congregational Church in Bridgton, has taken […]
Lakes Region Weekly
Weekly news from and about Windham, Raymond, Sebago, Standish, Bridgton, Casco and Naples.
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Fay focuses on solutions
One thing I know for sure is that something in Maine politics needs to change – especially party politics. Sometimes our politicians are so steeped in the party line that their votes reflect the needs of the party instead of the needs of the people who elected them. A representative is supposed to weigh the […]
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Fay focuses on solutions
One thing I know for sure is that something in Maine politics needs to change – especially party politics. Sometimes our politicians are so steeped in the party line that their votes reflect the needs of the party instead of the needs of the people who elected them. A representative is supposed to weigh the […]
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Expect Route 302 delays
Drivers are cautioned to expect delays on Route 302 in North Windham on Tuesday, Oct. 11, and Wednesday, Oct. 12. Dayton Sand & Gravel will be paving the intersection of Anglers Road and Roosevelt Trail on those days. Work will be underway from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., weather permitting. The paving is the final step […]
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Crossroads Challenge The Patriot Soccer Club 16th Crossroads Challenge is on Columbus Day Weekend, Oct. 8 and 9. The Crossroad’s Challenge is a two-day tournament for boys and girls “classic” teams U9-U14. This is an extremely well-run tournament offering a fun and festive atmosphere. All Patriot Soccer Club games are played MSAD15 High School and […]
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House District 25: Republican incumbent Patrick Corey unopposed
Republican incumbent Patrick Corey is running unopposed in Maine House of Representatives District 25, which represents part of Windham. Corey, 42, is self-employed as a creative director. He is a resident of Windham and is married to Sheila Corey. One of the most important tasks facing the Legislature is “bringing good paying jobs into the […]
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Windham council to vote Oct. 25 on fireworks curb
In response to complaints about the disturbance created by consumer fireworks in Windham, the Town Council is considering restrictions on their use. The draft of the new fireworks ordinance, discussed at a council meeting on Oct. 4, would restrict the days that fireworks can be set off and require residents to obtain a permit from […]
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Expect Route 302 delays
Drivers are cautioned to expect delays on Route 302 in North Windham on Tuesday, Oct. 11, and Wednesday, Oct. 12. Dayton Sand & Gravel will be paving the intersection of Anglers Road and Roosevelt Trail on those days. Work will be underway from 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., weather permitting. The paving is the final step […]
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House District 24: Democrat Mark Bryant vs. Republican Ben Martin
Democrat incumbent Mark Bryant is running for re-election to the Maine House of Representatives District 24 seat against Republican Ben Martin. District 24 covers part of Windham. Bryant, 60, has served five terms. He worked for S.D.Warren (now Sappi Fine Paper) for 20 years and is now a seasonal employee at L.L. Bean in addition […]
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Butt out: Cigarette litter targeted by Windham students
Late morning on Thursday, Sept. 29, a dozen students from Windham Christian Academy piled into a dark-green van for a trip into North Windham. These seventh- and eighth-grade students weren’t headed in town to do their shopping, or even for a field-trip activity. They’re on a mission to rid the town of unsightly cigarette butts. […]