The first session of the 131st Legislature has come to a close, and I am so proud of all we accomplished to support our community. One of the issues I’ve heard most about from folks in Westbrook is the cost of housing. I was proud to co-sponsor legislation that limits application fees for renters and […]
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Westbrook Notes: Aug. 24
Free school meals for all Westbrook School Nutrition Director Mary Emerson announced that all city schools are participating in the Community Eligibility Provision to offer free meals to all students. Household applications may not be required to receive free meals this year, but forms, similar to applications, are distributed by the school to collect household […]
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We Love to Eat: Aug. 24
Summer barbecue picnic – Saturday, Aug. 26, 4:30-6 p.m., Casco Village Church, 941 Meadow Road, Casco. Chicken, pork, burgers, hot dogs, baked beans, vegetables, watermelon and ice cream sundaes. $10, $5 ages 8 and under. Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, Aug. 26, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation: $10, $5 […]
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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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Westbrook Notes: Aug. 17
Quarryside at Rock Row opens Westbrook’s newest outdoor events location, Quarryside at Rock Row featuring Lone Pine Brewing, is now open. “A rotating series of community events will take place all year long, including yoga classes, outdoor films, seasonal festivals, live music and fairs,” according to a press release. Lone Pine will offer their regular […]
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We Love to Eat: Aug. 17
Free dinner – Saturday, Aug. 19, 4:30-6 p.m., FBC Westbrook, 733 Main St., Westbrook. The Open Door Kitchen; donations accepted. Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, Aug. 26, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, 197 Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation: $10, $5 children, $20 family. Takeout available.
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Underground Railroad site in Westbrook preserved with plaque
A new marker is dedicated at the location of a safe house for slaves fleeing to freedom in the 1800s.
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The Wrap: Quarryside outdoor event space launches at Rock Row; Warren’s Lobster House may become marina-side condos
Also, Botto’s Bakery ceases retail sales as it moves to Westbrook; Night Mares bar opens in the former Nissen Bakery; and Ore Nell’s barbecue welcomes customers in Biddeford.
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After years of advocacy, rail trail will link Standish-Fryeburg
The Mountain Division Trail Alliance has approval to connect existing portions of the trail in Windham and Fryeburg, with the ultimate goal of a continuous off-road path from Portland to Mount Washington Valley in New Hampshire.
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Cambodian community launches fundraiser for center, temple in Westbrook
Watt Samaki Temple, now in Buxton, and Khmer Maine are partnering on a two-phase project that includes a cultural center, monks’ residence, traditional temple and worship hall.