Harvest, craft, bake sale – Saturday, Oct. 22, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Portland Elks Lodge, 1945B Congress St., Portland. More than 35 crafters. Italian pastries, homemade candles and more. Free admission and plenty of parking. Lunch served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Christmas craft fair – Saturday, Oct. 29, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Longfellow Place, 80 Longfellow St., Westbrook. Christmas […]
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Chau, Moninski in heated Westbrook Ward 2 City Council race
The U.S. Supreme Court decision to overturn the Constitutional right to abortions has led to political agitation in Westbrook’s Ward 2 City Council race, and candidate endorsements have split City Hall. Two Democrats, incumbent Victor Chau and challenger Jessica Moninski, seek the three-year seat. Mayor Michael Foley has endorsed Chau, 49, and five sitting councilors […]
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Poitras, Ross vie for Westbrook Ward 3 school board seat
Two candidates are hoping to land a three-year term on the School Committee in Westbrook’s Ward 3 race in the city’s election next month. Three-term incumbent Noreen Poitras is facing challenger Flynn Ross, a school and community volunteer. Poitras, 55, is frustrated with the state’s formula for funding school districts, while Ross says Westbrook schools […]
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Letter: Rielly’s work in Augusta has been big help to Westbrook
Knowing Morgan Rielly as a child and watching him grow up in a family of public service, it is exciting to see him serve our community as a state representative. His accomplishments in his first term have been very beneficial to Westbrook. Serving his hometown and representing the next generation in Augusta, his leadership has […]
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Letter: This women’s rights advocate is voting for Chau
Victor Chau’s 13-year commitment to this city is significantly impressive. Victor is consistently prepared, dedicated and concentrated on Westbrook’s financial wellness. I’ve fended off protesters, escorting women to clinics. I unequivocally support women’s rights, and I’m proud of our city’s proclamation. I know Victor researches everything, including state law prevails over city’s proclamations. That’s why […]
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Two drivers killed when van collides with car in Waterboro
A Westbrook man and a North Waterboro woman died at the scene Tuesday morning, while 2 passengers were treated at a hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
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Westbrook Notes: Oct. 13
Goldberg speaks at post Capt. Steve Goldberg, a 15-year veteran of the Westbrook Police Department, was the guest speaker for October at American Legion Post 62. Goldberg spoke about a variety of issues, according to Post Commander Dennis Marrotte. “A growing city, Westbrook Police Department is working with traffic and construction issues, drugs, homeless people, […]
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We Love to Eat: Oct. 13
Free community meal – Wednesday, Oct. 19, 5-6 p.m., Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St., Westbrook. COVID precautions, such as wearing masks except while eating and spaced seating, are still being taken. Haddock supper buffet – Saturday, Oct. 29, 5 p.m., Living Waters Church, Parker Farm Road, Buxton. Suggested donation $8; $4, child; $20, family. […]
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We Love Fairs & Sales: Oct. 13
Harvest, craft, bake sale – Saturday, Oct. 22, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Portland Elks Lodge, 1945B Congress St., Portland. More than 35 crafters. Italian pastries, homemade candles and much more. Free admission and plenty of parking. Lunch served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Christmas fair – Saturday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Anthony Parish at St. Hyacinth’s Church, 268 […]
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Westbrook Notes: Oct. 6
Farr dies at 80 Retired Westbrook Police Sgt. Timothy G. Farr, Sr., 80, passed away peacefully on Sept. 7. He was born in Portland on Nov. 2, 1941. “The state of Maine has lost a great citizen and law enforcement professional. And for those of us that knew Tim, we have lost a father, a […]