AUGUSTA — The Maine Development Foundation is celebrating its 40th anniversary with a special event Thursday, Oct. 25. “A lot has changed in 40 years, but MDF’s commitment to driving economic growth in Maine to improve the quality of life for all Mainers remains constant,” the foundation said in a press release. Tickets to the […]
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South Portland transient arrested in 'targeted' stabbing
SOUTH PORTLAND — A 40-year-old transient has been arrested in connection to two assaults of the same man this week. At 5:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 16, officers were dispatched to the Mill Creek area for a report of a male who had been stabbed. The initial investigation indicated that a 24-year-old transient had been threatened, […]
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Inside Gray
Tricks and Treats Gray Parks and Recreation and the Gray Public Library are hosting Tricks and Treats, a Halloween party for the whole family, from 4-7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, at the Pennell Municipal Complex. The fun includes spooky stories, dancing, Trunk or Treat, a scavenger hunt trail and a haunted lab. Volunteers are needed. […]
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New Standish councilor sees room for growth
STANDISH — New Town Councilor Greg LeClerc is looking forward to working on business development in his new position. LeClerc, 36, who has a master’s degree in real estate, is interested in development and said he would like to take advantage of Standish’s “unique position” in the market. In Portland, he said, there is a “huge […]
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Scarborough Police Beat: Oct. 19
Arrests 10/9 at 1:06 p.m. Aaron S. Berg, 36, of Park Road, Windham, was arrested on Route 1 by Officer Breagh Macaulay on an outstanding warrant from another agency. 10/12 at 1:12 a.m. Michael T. Roseberry, 19, of High Street, Biddeford, was arrested on Gorham and Payne roads by Officer Aaron Erikson on a charge of operating […]
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Windham approves fire sprinkler exemptions
WINDHAM — The Town Council Oct. 16 unanimously approved an amendment to the town’s fire codes to exempt some structures from sprinkler requirements. Now exempt are agricultural buildings, barns, carports, grain silos, stables, livestock shelters, detached private garages and greenhouses. Before the amendment, all new buildings of at least 7,500 square feet either served by public […]
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Inside Standish
Fun night for kids Saint Joseph’s College is offering a Kids Night Out program from 5:30-9 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Alfond Recreation Center. Various activities for ages 7 to 13 will be held, including swimming, games, movies, sports, and arts and crafts. The event is on-site registration only, and costs $15 for one child, […]
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Barter challenges Cebra in House District 68
NAPLES — A medical office manager is challenging an incumbent seeking his sixth non-consecutive term in the race for House District 68, which is composed of Naples, Sebago, Baldwin, Cornish and part of Parsonsfield. Democrat Janice Barter was asked to run by Speaker of the House Sara Gideon, and although she had turned down requests […]
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On the Right Lane: Build it and they will come
“Build it and he will come.”The Voice from “Field of Dreams” Isn’t it amazing that so many people believe the quote from the “Field of Dreams” is just a little different than it is? So with a change coming in the management of Windham I know I am not alone when it comes to […]
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Inside Raymond
Halloween benefit A Halloween Round-up from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21, will benefit the food banks of Raymond and Casco and the Fuel Fund for those communities. The event will be held at 1 Plaza Place on Route 302 in Windham. Flamin Raymin and Sizzlin Suzzin will entertain. The fun will include dancing, an auction, […]