Organizers say that while they are disappointed they had to cancel the 20th annual event because of the pandemic, they look forward to continuing the tradition next year.
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Westbrook Notes: Dec. 17
Historical calendars Westbrook Historical Society calendars for 2021 are available for $10 at the society in the community center, 426 Bridge St. The calendar depicts then and now photos. The Historical Society is open from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesdays and Saturdays. It can be reached by calling 854-5588. […]
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Westbrook police respond to apparent suicide, urge people to seek help
Police from Westbrook and firefighters from South Portland recovered the body of a 27-year-old Westbrook man who died sometime overnight at the Black Bridge, they said.
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Holiday cheer grows with the glow
An upgrade to Westbrook’s traditional downtown light display brings in rave reviews.
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Letter: For Lincoln Street, hindsight is 20-20
I just read about the approval for new street zoning (“Westbrook Council approves new Lincoln Street zoning, sees updates to ordinances,” Dec. 10) Imagine what Lincoln Street might have looked like. If only … I played golf at Rivermeadow when I was in my teens and loved the course. It was simple and challenging at […]
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Chain saw-wielding man arrested after chasing people at Westbrook McDonald’s
Alice Sweet, 26, of Portland, was captured by police after allegedly chased the restaurant manager in the parking lot, damaging two vehicles and stealing food and a drink.
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Habitat for Humanity looks to build off outgoing leader’s success
Godfrey Wood is stepping down as executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland after close to eight years in the position.
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Westbrook Council approves new Lincoln Street zoning, sees updates to ordinances
The zoning change will allow for developers to build homes in the area off Lincoln Street, but green space is included.
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City clerk takes on assistant admin duties, city looks for HR head
The change comes after the resignation of the current assistant administrator, who is leaving for a job opportunity.
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Program shows student athletes career opportunities
A program held by Southern Maine Supernova Baseball connects student athletes with professionals in various fields to show work options and build goals.