In commemoration of Maine’s bicentennial this year, the Lakes Region Weekly is featuring historical highlights from our communities’ past 200 years. This feature can be found in print and online every other week.
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Corey honored with AARP award
WINDHAM — Rep. Patrick Corey, R-Windham, received the AARP Maine Capitol Caregivers Award on Jan. 21. He joins a bipartisan group of elected officials from 30 states who AARP says are advancing policies to bring more help to family caregivers. Corey sponsored successful legislation to support family caregivers and help spouses remain in their homes. […]
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Windham temporarily halts pot cultivation permits
Windham councilors approve a 60-day moratorium on new marijuana cultivation permits while they work out the details of a licensing ordinance.
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With ‘significant success’ area communities plan to continue recycling outreach
An eight-week pilot program led to a reduction in recycling load contamination rates, along with cost savings.
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Office for Civil Rights opens investigation in Windham
The federal education department’s Office for Civil Rights is investigating Windham High School after a student’s family made three complaints.
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Inside Windham: Jan. 31
Snowshoe loan program A wonderful way to get out and explore the great outdoors on local trails is by giving snowshoeing a try. The Windham Parks & Recreation department has men’s, women’s and youth sizes available and they are free to borrow for a day, a few days or a weekend. You can get your […]
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Forum scheduled to answer questions about REAL ID
WINDHAM — Sen. Bill Diamond, D-Windham, will hold a forum Feb. 12 to answer questions about the new REAL ID, its necessary requirements and the deadline for obtaining one. Mainers are required to update their driver’s license by Oct. 1, 2020, in order to adhere to new standards set by the Department of Homeland Security […]
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Century-old Sebago Lake Automotive still cranking
The Woodbrey family, which has owned the business for 100 years, attributes its success to its employees and its loyal customers.
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Windham implements impact fees for open space
The Town Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve the fees, which are one method the town has been exploring to address growth.
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It Happened in Windham: The Town Farm – Home to the poor and disabled
Winter is a hard time for the poor and homeless. Shelters are at full capacity with people trying to get out of the cold to a warm bed for the night. But homelessness and destitution are not new to our time. In Windham, as in other communities, the poor have been a concern for centuries. […]
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