Up until now, you’ve been more likely to weed supermarket aisles than your own back yard. Still, with the rising cost of food, the organic movement – or perhaps just the desire for a new hobby – you’re intrigued by vegetable gardening. But you haven’t a clue where to start. Well, first off, think small. […]
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Head Outdoors
The most enduring piece of outdoor furniture that Judy Paolini designed in her career is a stationary hammock that rocks gently but doesn’t tip as people climb in and out. Trends in patio furniture come and go with the seasons, but the Portland designer’s sturdy hammock continues to sell at Lowes and other big-box stores […]
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Getting the lush, green lawn
First-time homeowners can be overwhelmed at the responsibility that comes with home ownership. While some of those responsibilities can be stressful, others can prove therapeutic. Many homeowners find caring for their lawns to be an enjoyable hobby that helps relieve stress. Time spent outdoors in the warm sun helps improve mood, and a lush lawn […]
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Standish, Sebago may build new fire station
STANDISH – Officials in Standish are looking to Sebago voters to approve at this year’s town meeting the construction of a new fire station that emergency personnel say would improve response times in the neighboring communities. “It is still very early in the process,” said Standish Fire/EMS Chief Brent Libby. “But if the voters of […]
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Heritage Metalcraft back on market
WINDHAM – The former Heritage Metalcraft building on Route 202 in Windham, recently bought and slated for redevelopment, is instead back on the market. Jay Hackett, owner of Windham Rental Center and a resident of nearby Pope Road, bought the unsightly, 5,500-square-foot building in October with designs to renovate the former foundry for his girlfriend, […]
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Bomb threat disrupts Bonny Eagle
On Thursday, Bonny Eagle High School Resource Deputy Kim Emery from the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office received notification from a Bonny Eagle High School official that a “bomb threat” had been received via a text message. The students and faculty were immediately evacuated, with the students being transferred to the middle school next door. Several […]
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Development likely in city’s next decade
WESTBROOK – More single-family subdivisions north of the Presumpscot River, new commercial opportunities along a portion of Main Street, and high-tech commercial industrial development are all likely components of what the next decade could hold for the city of Westbrook, according to City Planner Molly Just. Just is heading up the city’s Comprehensive Plan Update […]
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Gorham High School spring sports preview
Girls Tennis Coach: Sonja Frey Last year’s record: 11-1, won Class A West and played in the state championship match. Key returning players: “We’re looking for a lot from senior Natalie Egbert, who ended up in the top six singles’ players at the tournament last spring,” Frey said. “This season should also be big for […]
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Inside Bridgton – 4/8
Spring is full of surprises in Maine, usually of the wet and white kind. Hopefully last week’s stealth snowstorm is the season’s last. It is hard to believe that this time last year I was swimming, albeit very briefly, in Highland Lake, while this year Frosty still clings to an ice floe on Moose Pond […]
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Gorham to decide $3M stadium project
GORHAM – Debate on a $3 million project that would include an artificial turf stadium packed the Gorham council chambers Tuesday and drew some opposition. But after lengthy discussion, the Town Council approved 5-2 (Matt Mattingly and Noah Miner opposed) asking voters in a referendum on Tuesday, June 14, whether they want to borrow money […]