Foley takes the lead in Westbrook

The new mayor is inaugurated along with the newly elected City Council and School Committee members.

City’s sole tattoo parlor in the (p)ink

Death or Glory owner James “Rocco” Hodgdon reflects on how the perception of tattoo shops has changed over the years.

Addiction prevention in Brown Street area gets boost

The Opportunity Alliance is using grant money to address drug addiction prevention, funding programs in Westbrook Portland, South Portland and Bridgton.

New director wants library to be community ‘anchor’

Rosemary Bebris is looking for community input on how to expand services and provide more opportunities for Walker Memorial Library patrons.

School nurse substitutes in high demand in local districts

Staffing school nursing offices locally is difficult in light of a strong economy and an overall nursing shortage.

Chief gets the bird

Services for Peoples to be held Dec. 14

WESTBROOK — Visiting hours for Ann Peoples, who died Nov. 12 at 72, will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 14  at the Westbrook Chapel of Dolby Blais & Segee,  35 Church St. A service of remembrance will follow at the funeral home at 3 p.m., according to her obituary. In lieu of […]

Sanphy bows out amid thanks

Democrats nominate Michael Shaughnessy for the At-large council seat being vacated by Mayor-elect Mike Foley.

Westbrook council pays respects to colleague Ann Peoples

The former councilor and legislator is remembered as a devoted advocate for Westbrook, a mentor and a friend.

School Committee leaders say goodbyes