After 9/11, the phrase “United We Stand” was quite popular. People posted it as bumper stickers, wore it on T-shirts, and said it during speeches. The ones who still remember 9/11 and want others to remember still display it, because standing together to fight an unrelenting foe is a never-ending effort. The catchphrase is useful […]
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Freeport Woman's Club speakers to discuss managing the stress of moving to new home
Sisters Liz Pattison and Kim Dorsky will share their expertise on the often-daunting process older people can face of moving from their longtime home to a smaller place, during the monthly meeting of the Freeport Woman’s Club on Friday, Dec. 11, at 1 p.m., at the Freeport Community Library. Pattison, 47, and Dorsky, 51, own […]
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‘Tis the season for concerts in Freeport area
People looking for live holiday music in the Freeport area have several popular choices in the next six days, beginning on Saturday, Dec. 12, when the Greater Freeport Community Chorus performs its winter concert, “Visions of Hope,” at the Congregational Church in Cumberland. Those who want to hear young voices can choose “A Wescustago Winter” […]
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Pownal News
Office hours The Town Office, at Mallett Hall, is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday 8:30 a.m.-6:30 and closed Friday. Meetings The Pownal Board of Selectmen will meet Monday, Dec. 14 and Dec. 28, at 7 p.m., at Mallett Hall. The Planning Board will meet Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m., at […]
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Boys Basketball: Poland slips by Falcons during season-opener
Freeport built an early lead against the visiting Knights on Friday night, Dec. 4 – Brady LaFrance looked particularly strong – but despite double-digit final tallies by both LaFrance and Nate Pelletier, the Falcons couldn’t quite finish the job. Poland took over in the middle game, and managed to hold on through the final quarter, […]
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Brewers jump in head first
The brewing setup at Mast Landing Brewing Co.’s new Westbrook location is the same as the one that used to occupy Ian Dorsey’s garage in Freeport – but now it’s in a much larger space. Dorsey, the president and CEO of the company, and business partner Neil Fredrick were already hard at work Tuesday, creating […]
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Well-known Westbrook restaurateur Peter Profenno dies
Peter Profenno, the founder and visible owner of Profenno’s Pizzeria & Pub in Westbrook, died early Friday, Dec. 4. An employee of the popular restaurant confirmed his death Friday. Profenno’s has been a fixture on Main Street in Westbrook since it was established in 1962, serving pizza, but also numerous other favorites. Profenno’s also has […]
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Inside Gray
The Nutcracker cometh Studio for the Living Arts Dance Complex of Gray will present “The Nutcracker” on Saturday, Dec. 19, at 2 p.m., at the Westbrook Performing Arts Center, 471 Stroudwater St., Westbrook. This unique, full-length production is the perfect way to introduce young children to the beauty of classical ballet. Tickets cost $22. Inquire […]
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Winter Sports Preview: Westbrook
Boys Basketball Coach: Dan LeGage (first year) Last year’s record: 9-11, fell in A West quarters to Falmouth Key players: Zach Manoogian, Curtis Knapton, Anderson Kavutse, Bailey Ryan, Miece Loureiro, Hamza Hanifi, Deng Jany, Bailey Sawyer Key games: Marshwood, Greely, Falmouth, Cape, Gorham, South Portland, Bonny Eagle Outlook: The Blazes return just one starter from […]
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Winter Sports Preview: Bonny Eagle
Boys Basketball Coach: Mike Francoeur (first year) Last year’s record: 11-7 Key players: Troy Bogdahn Key games: “Every game,” says Francoeur. Outlook: The Scots have a proud recent history and should never be counted out. That said, they struggled at times to find their chemistry and consistency last season, and the loss of a solid […]