GORHAM — Tractor trailer trucks loaded with wreaths bound for Arlington National Cemetery stopped at Gorham High School Monday for a ceremony to honor one of last year’s Wreaths Across America escorts, Officer Wayne “Pooch” Drown. The school gym was packed with students, veterans, visitors and first responders from around the state. Several Gorham combat […]
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About 35 miles of Maine roads have been treated with now-banned sealant
The surfaces are safe to drive on, though, according to a Maine Department of Transportation official.
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Posted inMaine, New England
Driver dies after crashing into box truck driven by Maine man
A woman crashed her vehicle into the side of the truck as it was backing into a driveway in New Hampshire, police say.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham Notes: Dec. 5
Historical calendars available Gorham Historical Society’s 2020 transportation calendars are on sale now for $10 at the Gorham Municipal Center, 75 South St., and Baxter Memorial Library, 71 South St. For mailing information, email [email protected]. U.S.taxpayer debt The Bureau of the fiscal Service reported on Nov. 27 that the U.S. public debt was $23,076,065,396,434.08.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Looking Back: Dec. 5
Dec. 7, 1984 Westbrook Mayor Kenneth Lefebvre and the City Council said no Monday to Michel Salvaggio’s plans for a skin show and nightclub at Exit 8. Lefebvre said Salvaggio can appeal the action to the Zoning Board of Appeals. Salvaggio, who owns Michel’s banquet center at 202 Larrabee Road, wants to use a vacant […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Wreaths Across America plans special stop in Gorham
The convoy’s Gorham visit will pay tribute to the late Wayne “Pooch” Drown, a popular school resource officer who died last winter.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham council stands firm on Kuech decision
Councilors refuse to reconsider their decision to deny the school employee a seat at the table.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Student-trustee: Change from ‘USM’ to ‘UMaine Portland’ will help our state grow, prosper
Leveraging the city’s name recognition and image could draw new students to all UMaine System campuses and fill jobs statewide.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Costs for Gorham turnpike spur will be higher than anticipated
But the executive director of the Maine Turnpike Authority says tolls from increased traffic will compensate for the added expense.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham Notes: Nov. 28
Small business Saturday Gorham has proclaimed Nov. 30 as “Small Business Saturday.” It’s an opportunity to visit the various shops and stores in the town and get a jump on holiday shopping. Two Santa visits, tree lightings Gorham will light holiday trees and host Santa visits at Robie Park in the village and at White […]