Water and sewer extension would cost $6 to $8 million for the proposed project with 824 multifamily dwellings. “Traffic is going to be a monster,” Planning Board Chair Jim Hager said.
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Gorham Notes: Jan. 2
Ames steps down Doris Ames recently has stepped down as chair of the Gorham/Windham/Westbrook Triad after 20 years. Buffy Houp succeeds Ames. Police departments in the three communities thanked Ames for her dedicated service to Triad, a coalition of law enforcement, businesses and agencies to enhance the safety and well-being of senior citizens. Ames is […]
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We Love to Eat: Jan. 2
Gorham bean supper – Saturday, Jan. 4, 4-5:30 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Road, Gorham. Beans, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni and cheese, biscuits, hot dogs, and dessert. Eat-in or takeout. $10, $5 children under 12. Westbrook bean supper – Saturday, Jan. 4, 5 p.m., Prides Corner Community Church, 235 Pride St., Westbrook. Beans, […]
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People and Business: Jan. 1
Hires, promotions, appointments Hospice of Southern Maine hired several new employees last year. At its home hospice program: Ashley Baker of Gorham and Pam Barnickel of North Yarmouth, as per diem nurses; Christina McLaury of Windham and Stacey Coleman as case managers; and Hope Chrupcala of South Portland and Kate Pontius as social workers. At […]
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Gorham Notes: Dec. 26
Offices closed Gorham municipal public offices will be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1, in observance of New Year’s Day. Trash collection There will be no trash collection on Wednesday, Jan. 1. Wednesday’s route will be collected on Thursday, and Thursday’s route will be collected on Friday. Medical Loan Closet Gorham residents in need of medical […]
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We Love to Eat: Dec. 26
Free community supper – Saturday, Dec. 28, 5-6 p.m., Bar Mills Community Church, 13 Hermit Thrush Drive, Buxton. Gorham bean supper – Saturday, Jan. 4, 4-5:30 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Road, Gorham. Beans, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni and cheese, biscuits, hot dogs, and dessert. Eat in or take out. $10, $5 children under […]
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Class acts to ring in New Year Gorham 2025
This year, the celebration wraps up with a laser light show set to music indoors instead of a firework show.
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Gorham Notes: Dec. 19
Historical calendars The 2025 Gorham Historical Society calendars with the theme “Gone But Not Forgotten” are available for $10 each. The calendars can be purchased at Gorham town offices, 75 South St.; Baxter Memorial Library, 71 South St.; or by calling historical society President Suzie Phillips at 892-9847. Blood drive The American Red Cross is […]
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Gorham veteran remembers Iraq suicide bombing 20 years ago
Critically wounded, Staff Sgt. Harold “Butch” Freeman of Gorham survived the Christmastime bombing. Portland Press Herald Columnist Bill Nemitz and Photographer Gregory Rec were at the scene. “People need to remember,” Nemitz said last week.
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Gorham man, paralyzed at 16, finds peace and hope in each small win
A lot has changed in Jack Weeks’ life, including coming to terms with the accident that changed nearly every aspect of his days.