American Journal briefs

Published
June 7, 2022

American Legion Post 62 withdraws request to serve liquor outside

The American Legion Post by Riverbank Park in Westbrook has withdrawn its request to extend its liquor license to the parking lot for outdoor concerts and other events. The City Council in May denied the request from the Stephen W. Manchester American Legion Post 62 because the parking lot, city officials said, is technically a […]
Published
June 7, 2022

Westbrook deputy economic director takes Portland city clerk’s job

Westbrook Deputy Director of Economic Development Ashley Rand has accepted a job as Portland city clerk and will start work there in early July. The Portland City Council gave unanimous approval to Rand’s appointment June 6. She will replace City Clerk Kathy Jones, who is retiring. Rand has worked in Westbrook for more than six […]
Published
June 1, 2022

Taste Walk in Gorham June 5
Published
May 24, 2022

Westbrook School Dept. pleased with insurance settlement from fire

The Westbrook School Department will be responsible for $377,813 of the $1.6 million repair bill for the fire and water damage at the high school last July, according to the terms of a recently settled insurance claim. School officials have previously said they would cover their share of the repair costs through extra funds in […]
Published
May 17, 2022

Westbrook Planning Board ward residency mandate no longer in place