Memorial Day observance Westbrook is sponsoring a Memorial Day ceremony at 10 a.m. May 31 at Riverbank Park, Main Street. There will not be a Memorial Day parade this year. American Legion posts 62 and 197 have decorated veterans’ graves at city cemeteries with U.S. flags. To notify the city of a new veteran gravesite […]
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Apartments approved for former golf course in Westbrook
Twenty-two units will be built on the site of the Twin Falls Golf Club in Westbrook.
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General Assistance use in Westbrook surges during pandemic
The General Assistance director said 44% more people are receiving the aid and that the demographics of the recipients has changed.
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Westbrook school officials, residents push for $1.3 million increase in budget
School supporters decry Westbrook mayor’s proposed $420,000 in cuts to the district’s spending plan.
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Westbrook opens state’s first city business retention and expansion program
The program is designed to connect businesses with resources and solutions to common problems so they can stay and grow in Westbrook.
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We Love to Eat: April 29
Pre-order bean supper – Saturday, May 1, 4:30-5:30 p.m., White Rock Community Clubhouse, 34 Wilson Road, Gorham. Kidney and pea beans, cole slaw, potato salad, macaroni and cheese, biscuits, hot dogs and dessert bar. Pre-order to go, $20 for double order, $10 single order. Call Fran at 892-9521. (Last bean supper of the season.) Takeout […]
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Westbrook Notes: April 29
Free drive-thru shredding Saco & Biddeford Savings, 2 Hannaford Drive, in Westbrook is sponsoring a drive-thru shredding opportunity 8 a.m. to noon May 22 to help the public avoid identity theft. Two boxes per household are allowed. Those participating are asked to remain in their vehicles as team members will handle the shredding. Items to […]
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Mayor wants Westbrook school budget cut by $420,000
Westbrook Mayor Mike Foley presented a $27.4 million municipal budget to the City Council that decreases the city’s portion of the property tax rate.
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Westbrook schools need to plan now for grant purchases’ future expense, accounting manager says
About $5.5 million in federal funds has been spent so far.
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Westbrook Veteran Services Office sets up new advisory committee
The committee solidifies the city’s commitment to its veterans, Arty Ledoux says.