Robert Lowell

Toy Box sign-ups, volunteers sought Buxton Toy Box applications are now available at Buxton Town Hall, 185 Portland Road. The Toy Box collects gifts from donors and gives them to the town’s children. Pick up an application and schedule an appointment on one of the following dates: Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. to 1 […]

The fountain, dedicated decades ago to former city Arborist Wes McKague, reportedly needed repairs, but was replaced in 2020 without the plaque for McKague. The old fountain was found discarded, with parts missing, at Public Services.

A multi-use development is planned on the "long-blighted downtown parcel" on Dana Street, across from the city's newest parking garage.

The city survey received 632 responses, with the most in favor of a $5 million swimming pool, particularly if grants and donations covered half of the cost.

The recount showed Faulkingham at a margin of 13 votes, two less than the initial results.

Christmas fair – Saturday, Nov. 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., West Gorham Union Church, 190 Ossipee Trail (Route 25), Gorham. Crafts, greenery, bake sale, knitted items, raffle for queen-sized quilt or $100 gift card to Pit Stop Fuel or Christmas basket full of goodies, used Christmas decorations, used jewelry, and RADA knives. Chowda or sandwiches for […]

Westbrook Mayor-elect David Morse will take the oath of office with other elected and reelected officials in a ceremony next week. Morse in the past several months has donned two hats as City Council president and acting mayor since February. He is expected to step down as council president and as a city councilor Dec. […]

Splash pads dominated the conversation at a recent meeting of the Friends of the Cornelia Warren Recreation Area in Westbrook. The city is considering what, if any, recreational water amenities it should provide, including whether to install a splash pad for recreational use, or build a new pool to replace one that was closed a […]

Christmas fair – Friday. Nov. 29, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Buxton Centre Baptist Church, 938 Long Plains Road, Buxton. Handmade crafts. Christmas Marketplace – Friday, Dec. 6, 2-6 p.m., Bar Mills Community Church, 13 Hermit Thrush Drive, Buxton. Handmade crafts, breads, baked goods, pickles and more. Christmas craft fair – Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., […]

Collins Duo to entertain seniors Westbrook Senior Citizens will meet on Monday, Dec. 2, in the Spruce Room at the Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St. Refreshments will be served at noon, preceding a business meeting. Entertainment will be provided by the Dave Collins Duo with father and daughter, Dave and Crista, who have been […]