American Journal
News and information from and about the Maine towns of Westbrook, Gorham and Buxton.
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Gorham High School students’ actions kept boy safe
Two high school seniors stopped to help when they found a young boy running shoeless in the road on a January night.
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Gorham councilor opposes turnpike connector; the issue is headed to Augusta
Gorham Town Council still officially supports the toll road connector. A state Transportation Committee public hearing discussing the future of the connector will take place at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 3, in Augusta and streamed online.
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Letter: Maine Turnpike Authority’s retreat is good news for Gorham
The Maine Turnpike Authority recently announced it is dropping its plans for a 5-mile, four-lane, elevated toll highway that would run from I-95 with multiple interchanges paving over local landowners who are opposed to MTA taking their land, including Smiling Hill Farm. The limited support for MTA’s plan was based on grossly exaggerated benefits and […]
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Mainewhile: Farm-to-farm trails – let’s make it happen
Hello to all of you. Well. Here we are. To paraphrase one of my all-time favorite literary works, we have turned another page… and have come to the end. In this, our last column together, I was sorely tempted to try and pack all my ideas in here as a last hurrah. But, oi. It […]
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Buxton Notes: March 27
Historical society season opener The Buxton-Hollis Historical Society will open for the season from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursdays beginning April 3. Its museum and headquarters are located at 100 Main St. (Route 4A), in Buxton. The first monthly program of the spring is set for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15. Nancy Ponzetti, […]
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Gorham Notes: March 27
Spring brush drop-off Gorham Public Works, 80 Huston Road, will accept brush only from residents between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. on two Saturdays, April 26 and May 10. Commercial drop-offs and stumps will not be accepted. Leaves and grass clippings will be accepted in a designated area throughout the season. Residents are reminded to […]
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Westbrook Notes: March 27
Westbrook gifted quilt The Presumpscot Quilters on March 20 presented a historic “Time Capsule” quilt depicting 14 structures, people and special items to Westbrook Historical Society. Jami Bouley founded the 35-member club that produced the 60-by-74-inch quilt. A large turnout, including Mayor David Morse and Assistant City Administrator Angela Holmes, attended the presentation and City […]
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We Love to Eat: March 27
Gorham haddock supper – Friday, March 28, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Baked haddock, mashed potatoes, peas, coleslaw, rolls, drink and dessert. $14. Cheese pizza option, $6. Westbrook haddock dinner – Friday, March 28, 5-6 p.m., St. Hyacinth Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Sponsored by Daughters of […]
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American Journal and Lakes Region Weekly Arts Calendar: March 27
Authors April 2 E.B. Moore author talk: “Loose in the Bright Fantastic,” 6 p.m., hybrid, Windham Public Library, 217 Windham Center Road. Contact: windham.lib.me.us Film March 27 “A Boy Called Po” (2019): Rated PG, 1 p.m., Windham Public Library, 217 Windham Center Road. Contact: windham.lib.me.us March 28 “September 5” (2024): Rated R, 1 p.m., Gray […]