Prosecutors are asking a federal judge to put Nicholas Hendrix, 35, behind bars for two weeks. His defense attorney is asking for leniency because of his PTSD diagnosis and opioid recovery.
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Posted inElection 2022, Politics
Legislator faces challenge for House seat in Gorham
Rep. James Boyle, a Democrat, is running against Joseph Velozo, a Republican.
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Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham Notes: Nov. 3
Blood drive The American Red Cross is conducting a blood drive from 1-6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, at Cressey Road United Methodist Church, 81 Cressey Road. For an appointment, call 1-800-RED CROSS. Documentary reminder Saco River Community Media and Gorham Community TV are hosting a public premiere of the documentary “The Gunpowder Mills of Gorham […]
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
We Love Fairs: Nov. 3
Christmas fair – Saturday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Anthony Parish at St. Hyacinth’s Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Crafters, vendors, books, puzzles, jewelry, children’s games, 50/50 raffle and baked goods. Concessions open all day with cheeseburgers, hot dogs, clam cakes, French fries, onion rings and baked beans. Holiday artisan fair – Saturday, Nov. […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
We Love to Eat: Nov. 3
Bean supper – Saturday, Nov. 5, 4:30-6 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Road, Gorham. Eat in or take out, no pre-orders. Two kinds of baked beans, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni & cheese, biscuits, hot dogs and dessert. Wearing of masks for those who are not vaccinated is suggested. $10; $5, under 12. For […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham moves to update town’s Comprehensive Plan, protect natural resources
Work on the guidelines for future growth, last updated in 2016, should begin next year.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
U.S. Department of Labor says Maine restaurant operator violated federal labor laws
The department says it recovered $102,000 in tips, back wages and damages for 25 workers at restaurants in South Portland, Brunswick and Gorham.
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham Notes: Oct. 27
Combating human trafficking A potluck meal and program about raising awareness of human trafficking is set for 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 28, at Centerpoint Church, 53 County Road, Gorham. The meeting will feature two speakers, Steve Dyer and Tricia Grant, both “passionate about seeking justice for victims of sexual exploitation,” according to an announcement. Dyer […]
Posted inAmerican Journal
Gorham parent files second complaint calling for superintendent to be fired
Eric Lane says Superintendent Heather Perry are discriminating against white people in their hiring practices, a claim the superintendent categorically denies.
Posted inMaine
Norway teen identified as motorcyclist killed in Gorham crash
Gorham police say 18-year-old Casey Southworth hit a school bus from behind Tuesday afternoon as it was turning onto Libby Avenue from Route 202.