Republican Gary Plummer retained his seat in District 111, covering part of Windham. He defeated Democrat Geoffrey Heckman 2,412 to 1,257. “I am elated,” said Plummer upon hearing the news of his victory Tuesday night. Plummer had nothing but praise for his opponent. “We were both out there. I knocked on about 2,000 doors and […]

In the United States last year, more than 32,000 volunteers in AARP Tax-Aide program helped about 2 million people with tax questions and/or return preparation. Here in Maine, more than 150 volunteers, at more than 75 sites throughout the state, assisted more than 13,000 thousand individuals and families with questions and/or tax preparation. And this […]

Birthday Carl Currie celebrated his birthday Nov. 6. He spent time and celebrated with family members. Holiday Fair The Windham Hill Church will hold their Holiday Fair Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. This is not specifically a “craft fair,” although there are many handcrafted items available. These include hand-sewn and knit goods, […]

Windham voters came out against a mineral extraction ordinance by a vote of 4,402 to 2,128. The ordinance was an attempt to amend the town’s land use ordinance concerning mineral extraction. The proposal was in response to a proposed quarry on Nash Road. The vote means the town’s land use ordinance will remain the same. […]

In addition to producing more than 300 baskets for Thanksgiving and Christmas, the all volunteer Windham Human Services Committee hosts a Toy Workshop each year. This is an opportunity for parents and caregivers who might find Christmas a financial challenge, to select something special for a child or children in their family. Last year, between […]