Baxter Museum restores Civil War hero’s uniform A restored Civil War uniform and portrait of Lt. Holman S. Melcher are now on display at the Baxter House Museum. Gorham residents Charlie and Linda Pearson worked with local craftsman Anthony Esposito to build a custom cabinet for Melcher’s uniform. “The cabinet has its own historic roots […]
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Former Gorham councilor blasts superintendent for ‘exerting undue influence’ during budget votes
Attorney Ben Hartwell has called for an investigation and strict guidelines preventing the use of taxpayer-funded email and mailing lists to advocate during elections.
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Forum: Gorham school budget hikes unsustainable, superintendent’s actions improper
As a former town councilor in Gorham, I’ve had the distinct privilege of delving deep into the intricacies of our school budget process. Our shared aim is always the welfare of our children, providing them with unparalleled education while keeping our financial responsibility in check. However, I find it pressing to address two significant issues […]
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Gorham Notes: Aug. 24
Two council, four school seats available Six candidates have taken out nomination papers for Town Council seats with two available, according to Town Clerk Laurie Nordfors. Additionally, one School Committee candidate has papers out with four openings – three for three-year terms and one to fill a vacancy for a year. Council candidates so far […]
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USM radio station celebrates 50 years of broadcasting
What started as a pirate radio station in a college dorm room turned into decades of helping University of Southern Maine students grow and to make waves in the world of broadcasting.
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School bus drivers ‘ready to roll’ after recent shortage
While not all are fully staffed, many school districts in the area say they are in a better position to meet the transportation needs of students than in recent years.
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Gorham Notes: Aug. 17
Knox leaving GoCAT Jeff Knox, media specialist at Gorham’s Community Access Television, said last week has accepted a position with the Maine State Library and will be leaving GoCAT. His last day at the station will be Aug. 17. Knox started working at GoCAT six years ago. 50 years ago The American Journal […]
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On third try, Gorham gives school budget a big ‘Yes’ vote
The $49.9 million budget easily passes in all three voting districts after attempts in June and July failed.
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Unsettled, humid weather Sunday produces hail, severe thunderstorms in Maine
After a severe storm moved through Cumberland County with strong winds and hail, a severe thunderstorm watch was issued through Sunday night, according to NWS.
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Gorham Notes: Aug. 10
Council and school board seats on November ballot Nomination papers for two Town Council seats and four School Committee seats are available at the Town Clerk’s Office. All are for three-year terms except for one single-year term on the School Committee. Completed nominations must be returned no later than 5 p.m. Sept. 7. Papers must […]