The Westbrook homeowners/residents signed below would like to commend Gorham Sand and Gravel for their outstanding work on New Gorham Road this summer. They started road construction in late spring and completed in November. During this lengthy project, their employees were all professional, courteous and always accommodating to ensure the residents on this road were […]
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Letter: A sense of community and Americanism that should make us all proud
I was beyond pleased to see over 200 attendees this past week at our Veterans Day Ceremony, followed by an exceptional luncheon at American Legion Post 197 provided by local restaurants. Representatives from Senator Collins’ and Rep. Pingree’s offices were even in attendance – now that is a great community effort – and showcasing. Our […]
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Letter: Spiller gets kicked down, yet rises up
I first read with amusement, then dismay, the recent article about the city of Westbrook fining mayoral candidate Phil Spiller. In all three “violation” cases, Phil was willing to fully comply but just lacked guidance. None of which caused any issues or cost the city any time or money. It certainly appears that the city […]
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Westbrook Notes: Nov. 21
Step up to keep needy warm Walker Memorial Library, 800 Main St., is asking for help to keep Westbrook people warm this winter. The library is seeking donations of new or handmade mittens, gloves, hats and socks. All items will be given to those in need in the Westbrook community and donations will be accepted […]
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Looking Back: Nov. 21
Nov. 23, 1994 Westbrook’s mayor and aldermen took a look Monday at topless dancing – the idea of it, that is – and backed away. They postponed a decision on whether to allow Michel Salvaggio to open a nightclub at Exit 8 with topless male and female dancers. Salvaggio would use the space recently vacated […]
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We Love Fairs: Nov. 22-30
Two-day holiday fair – Friday, Nov. 22, 5-7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m., Prides Corner Church, 235 Pride St., Westbrook. Handmade crafts, baked goods and silent auction featuring themed gift baskets, a Nathan Eovaldi autographed baseball donated by the Red Sox, and an autographed photo of Kyle Van Noy donated by […]
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Sanphy bows out amid thanks
Democrats nominate Michael Shaughnessy for the At-large council seat being vacated by Mayor-elect Mike Foley.
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Westbrook council pays respects to colleague Ann Peoples
The former councilor and legislator is remembered as a devoted advocate for Westbrook, a mentor and a friend.
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City Council approves 2.8% boost in payment to transit district
WESTBROOK — The City Council Monday approved spending an additional $21,386, or 2.8%, to the Greater Portland Transit District for regional bus service. The increase brings the city’s total cost in the district’s 2020 budget to $795,835. “The percentage change for Westbrook compares favorably to the two other municipal members,” City Administrator Jerre Bryant wrote […]
