Robert Lowell

American Journal

Bob Lowell is Gorham resident and a reporter for the American Journal.

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November 28, 2019

Gorham Notes: Nov. 28

Small business Saturday Gorham has proclaimed Nov. 30 as “Small Business Saturday.” It’s an opportunity to visit the various shops and stores in the town and get a jump on holiday shopping. Two Santa visits, tree lightings Gorham will light holiday trees and host Santa visits at Robie Park in the village and at White […]
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November 28, 2019

Westbrook Notes: Nov. 28

Civil War talk at historical society Author Paul St. Cyr will speak when Westbrook Historical Society meets at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, in the Westbrook Community Center, 426 Bridge St. St. Cyr’s topic is “The Civil War from the Southern Perspective.” St. Cyr, a Westbrook native, is a researcher and writer. He will discuss […]
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November 28, 2019

Buxton Notes: Nov. 28

Special town meeting Buxton has scheduled a special town meeting for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4, at Town Hall, 185 Portland Road, to vote on five items. Voters will choose a moderator, whether to accept three private roads, and whether to appropriate up to $25,000 for assessing services. Voter registration will be available during the […]
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November 28, 2019

We Love to Eat: Nov. 28-Dec. 7

Free Thanksgiving meal – Thursday, Nov. 28, noon, Mister Bagel, 13 New Portland Road, Gorham. Turkey with all the fixings. Donations accepted for Gorham Ecumenical Food Pantry. For reservations or delivery, call Roxanne Moody at 839-4516. Chowder luncheon – Friday, Nov. 29, and every Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Ave., […]
Published
November 26, 2019

Town manager defends referendum wording

Developer Susan Duchaine says the Nov. 5 vote allowing the town to borrow money for an industrial park is invalid because of wording left off the ballot.
Published
November 26, 2019

Three seek vacant Buxton Selectboard seat

BUXTON — Three candidates have filed nomination papers to fill the term on the Board of Selectmen left vacant in October when Jean Harmon resigned. Clifford Emery, Caleb Porter and Francis Pulsoni filed papers by Monday’s deadline at 4:30 p.m., according to Assistant Town Clerk Ruth Scheibenpflug. The term expires in June 2020. An election […]
Published
November 21, 2019

Westbrook Notes: Nov. 21

Step up to keep needy warm Walker Memorial Library, 800 Main St., is asking for help to keep Westbrook people warm this winter. The library is seeking donations of new or handmade mittens, gloves, hats and socks. All items will be given to those in need in the Westbrook community and donations will be accepted […]
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November 21, 2019

Gorham Notes: Nov. 21

Wine bar grand opening Karen Nason will celebrate the grand opening of her Grand Central Wine Bar with a party at 3 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, at the wine and tapas bar, 7 Railroad Station. The party is open to the public. With a railroad theme, the decor reflects Grand Central Station in New York […]
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November 21, 2019

Buxton Notes: Nov. 21

Order wreaths for vet graves Orders for wreaths to decorate graves of veterans in the South Buxton Cemetery must be received by Dec. 1, the South Buxton Cemetery Association says. Wreaths are $15 each and can be designated for a specific grave or placed randomly in the cemetery. The cemetery will participate in a Wreaths […]
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November 21, 2019

Gorham volunteers back for another round of Thanksgiving service

GORHAM — Thirty volunteers are pitching in to make sure folks in Gorham and beyond don’t miss out on a traditional turkey meal on Thanksgiving. They’ll even deliver. This is the 10th year for the dinner provided by local donors and volunteers and organized by Roxanne Moody. Her daughter, Heather, owner of the Mister Bagel […]

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