A middle school parent’s complaint about the use of CNN10 in the classroom prompted the new measure.
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Concrete skate park takes shape in Windham
Unlike the old park, the new park on Gray Road won’t fall victim to rot and littering, the town’s recreation director says.
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Drug-debt shakedown led to shooting of Naples man, police say
Nathaniel Croteau, 39, was abducted briefly by 2 men, stripped naked and shot as he fled into woods in Casco, police said.
Posted inAmerican Journal, Lakes Region Weekly
Apartment project proposed for South Windham
Two 12-unit buidlings and eight townhouses would be built across from the Keddy Mill.
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Raymond panel submits updated separation proposal to RSU 14
RAYMOND — The committee working to withdraw Raymond from RSU 14 has submitted a second iteration of its proposed separation agreement to the district after the district responded with edits to its first proposal. Rolf Olsen, chairman of the committee, predicted that the district will respond with its own proposal by the end of the […]
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Casco, Windham awarded firefighters grants
CASCO — The Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program has awarded funds to the towns of Casco and Windham to boost emergency response. Casco received $125,000 for four automatic loaders for its ambulances. Windham was awarded nearly $61,000 for operations and safety, which will go towards installing an automatic sprinkler system in […]
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Marijuana policy topic of next Speak Out
WINDHAM — This month’s Speak Out program will focus on marijuana policy. The show will take place on Sept. 26 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall, 8 School Road. It can be viewed on Channel 1303, on the Town of Windham website or on Facebook.
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Pampering, lunch planned for women veterans
WINDHAM — The American Legion Field-Allen Post 148 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10643 are hosting the 1st Annual Women Veteran’s Luncheon Oct. 19 at the Windham Veterans Center, 35 Veterans Memorial Drive. From 9 a.m. until noon, there will be refreshments and pampering, including Reiki and mini massages. Lunch will be served […]
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Guest Commentary: Who’s the parent here, anyway?
Below is an excerpt from a middle school principal’s email home to parents: “We had a terrific first day of school. Here are a few housekeeping rules, procedures, and answers to frequently asked questions that may be helpful as we navigate through the first few days/weeks of school. “Time to Let Go. Please don’t drop […]
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Windham ponders next move in manager search
After being turned down by two top candidates, some town councilors would like to broaden the finalist field.