The tale of a tombstone Legend has it that some enterprising scofflaws during Prohibition days a century ago happened upon a safe hiding place to stash their alcoholic beverages where the York County sheriffs wouldn’t likely find it. The thirsty community culprits removed a panel on a tombstone in the South Buxton Cemetery behind the […]
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Buxton Notes: Dec. 21
No changes to curbside pickup There are no changes to curbside trash pickup during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, according to the town. However, the transfer station will be closed on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2. Buxton Town Hall will close at noon on Friday, Dec. 22, for the employee Christmas party. Free coats […]
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We Love to Eat: Dec. 21
Christmas Eve dinner – Sunday, Dec. 24, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Takeout containers available. A short Christmas Eve service follows the dinner. Free Christmas dinner – Monday, Dec. 25, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Westbrook-Warren Congregational Church, 810 Main St., Westbrook.
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Buxton Notes: Dec. 14
Family fun day Bar Mills Community Church, 13 Hermit Thrush Drive, is hosting a family fun day from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 16. Activities include ornament making, cookie decorating, a story time, and a Christmas movie along with popcorn and cocoa. Donate blood An American Red Cross blood drive is planned for noon […]
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We Love to Eat: Dec. 14
Free chicken pot pie and dessert – Saturday, Dec. 16, 4:30-6 p.m., FBC Westbrook, 733 Main St., Westbrook. Kids’ option macaroni & cheese. Community meal – Wednesday, Dec. 20, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. Pandemic precautions remain in place, including wearing masks when not eating and spaced seating. Christmas Eve dinner […]
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Wreaths Across America ceremony to honor veterans Saturday at Buxton cemetery
The annual event is held in conjunction with ceremonies at the National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. A Westbrook ceremony is also planned.
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Buxton man found guilty of making threats against Jewish people
Brian Dennison, 27, faces up to 5 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.
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Buxton Notes: Dec. 7
Wreaths ceremony at South Buxton Cemetery The South Buxton Cemetery Association will host a Wreaths Across America ceremony at noon Dec. 16 at its cemetery on River Road at Tory Hill. Wreaths will be laid on veterans’ graves at 9 a.m., followed by a memorial service at noon. For more information, visit southbuxtoncemetery.com. Buxton Fire […]
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Longtime Scarborough first responder says luck is on her side with retirement
Cynthia Gorham, respected by colleagues for her selflessness and compassion with those she assisted, says everything is working out for her in retirement.
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Buxton Notes: Nov. 30
York County honors Pulsoni York County commissioners recently honored Buxton Select Board member Frank Pulsoni with a Spirit of America award for his community contributions. Pulsoni, the former Select Board chairman, was recognized for his work as a police officer, interim police chief, firefighter, EMT and dispatcher. He thanked his wife Linda for her support. […]