Winter Carnival is here Don’t forget the Maine Lakes Winter Carnival at Highland Lake beach this coming Saturday. There will be all kinds of events and activities fun for the whole family, including the popular “Freezing for a Reason” polar plunge to benefit Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. Pick up your carnival buttons at the Chamber […]
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Inside Windham
Apply for tax exemptions Veterans: Are you a veteran age 62 or older? Are you a veteran’s widow? Are you a legal resident of Windham? Did you serve during a federally recognized war period? Do you receive a U.S. government pension or compensation as a veteran for total disability? If you answered “yes” to any […]
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Mineral extraction measures seen as positive step
WINDHAM — The Planning Board sent a group of amendments about mineral extraction back to the Town Council with comments Monday night, which many believed was “a good first step” to addressing the contentious issue of mineral extraction within town. While the amendments bring the town’s ordinance more in compliance with state standards, they are more […]
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Open house for new veterans ice shed
NAPLES — The American Legion Field-Allen Post 148 in Windham and the Sebago Lake Anglers are holding an open house for their new handicapped accessible ice fishing shed for veterans on Long Lake. The event, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, will include hot dogs, hamburgers, hot cocoa, donuts, coffee and other food. Transportation, […]
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On the Right Lane: Make every day a holiday
“Aren’t we forgetting the true meaning of Christmas? You know, the birth of Santa.” Bart Simpson, “The Simpson” Please don’t trust what you are reading in this column, because it might just have originated from someplace far beyond what was once called “The Twilight Zone. “That just happens to be one of my all time […]
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Brewery plans April opening
NEW GLOUCESTER — The community-focused brewery that originally planned to launch in October is nearing the home stretch and plans to open its doors in April. NU Brewery (pronounced “new”), founded by President Chris Ventimiglia of Freeport and CEO Russell Voss of New Gloucester, will be located at 437 Lewiston Road. The pair will create unique […]
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RSU 14’s Prince will retire with ‘great memories’
WINDHAM — After 16 years in the position and a 39-year career in education, RSU 14 Superintendent Sandy Prince will “be greatly missed” when he retires June 30. Prince said education is “one of the most rewarding fields that I have seen.” “I truly think we make a difference on behalf of children. It’s so […]
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Saint Joseph’s College, UNE partner for pharmacy program
STANDISH — A new partnership between Saint Joseph’s College and the University of New England will provide a smoother transition for students interested in becoming pharmacists. The agreement, which became official at a signing ceremony Feb. 8, will allow students who complete certain requirements and receive a degree in medical biology from Saint Joseph’s to enroll at […]
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Inside New Gloucester
Full Moon Trek Join RRCT members, neighbors, trustees, toddlers, grandparents and friends to hike the loop trail during the eighth annual Pisgah Hill Full Moon Trek from 5-8 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 19. The highlight is a bonfire at the summit where hikers can sip hot cocoa, toast marshmallows and hoot or howl at the big […]
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Scarborough Police Beat: Feb. 15
Arrests 2/4 at 6:50 p.m. Alicia Marie Janelle, 29, of Liberty Avenue, Biddeford, was arrested on Route 1 and Plaza Drive by Officer Benjamin Landry on charges of operating with a suspended or revoked license and violating bail condition of release. 2/5 at 2:03 a.m. Julie L. Burgess, 40, of Winding Way, Standish, was arrested on Gorham […]