GORHAM, ME — Halloween is creeping up and many stores have already started putting out inventory at scary good prices. Whether you’re looking for spooky decorations or a hat to finish your look, Goodwill is here for all your Halloween needs.

When you donate and shop at Goodwill, you’re supporting a circular economy (no trick here). And that’s the real treat! Have an old costume? Donate it today for someone else to enjoy!

GORHAM, ME – On Saturday, October 26, 2024, 7:00 PM at McCormack Performing Arts Center — Gorham High School, 41 Morrill Avenue, Gorham, Maine’s largest fiddle orchestra will perform.

Tickets available online or at the door $20 adults, $15 students.

Ages 12 and under free.

Summary of concert information and tickets available at  fiddleicious.com/performances/

GORHAM, ME — All are invited to attend a public Open House:

When: October 15th from 5:30 to 7:30pm on Tuesday, October 15th

Where: Gorham Municipal Center (Burleigh H. Loveitt Council Chambers)

 The Town of Gorham has hired Camoin Associates, a leading economic development consulting firm, to create an Economic Development Strategic Plan.  This plan will define an economic vision for the next 5-10 years with corresponding goals, strategies and actions through economic and market research, land use analysis and a comprehensive assessment of local assets.  In addition, the consultants are engaging community and business leaders in one-on-one interviews and small group forums, and they are seeking input from citizens to inform and guide their recommendations.

The Open House is an opportunity for citizens to contribute their opinions and feedback to the strategy.  The format allows for participants to “drop in” at any time between 5:30pm – 7:30pm.  Topics will include local business climate; commercial land use; development opportunities; and community assets.

Unable to attend?

Citizens unable to attend can share input via a digital survey at the Town’s website.

Questions

For assistance with questions leading up to the event, please contact Kevin Jensen – Economic Development Director via email at kjensen@gorham.me.us or by phone at 207-222-1628.

WESTBROOK, ME — Join us as we play toe-tapping fun and familiar music for all ages – show tunes, marches, and patriotic tunes!

Tuesday, October 15, 2024  7PM – 8PM

Westbrook Community Center

426 Bridge St. Westbrook, ME

GORHAM, ME — White Rock Community Clubhouse at 34 Wilson Road, Gorham invites the public to a homemade bean supper on Saturday, October 5,  4:00-5:30pm.

Eat in or take out. Meal includes baked kidney & pea beans, coleslaw, potato salad, macaroni & cheese, biscuits, hot dogs and dessert.  $10 adults, $5 under 12

Follow us on Facebook for updates: facebook.com/whiterockcommunityclub

GORHAM, ME — Real estate and personal property tax bills for the fiscal year 2024-2025 will be mailed to property owners and available online by or before October 1, 2024.

The tax rate that was set as of the commitment date of September 19, 2024 is $14.70 per one thousand dollars of assessed value.

Town of Gorham taxes are due on November 15, 2024 and May 15, 2024. Payments can be made in-person in the Town Clerk’s Office or placed in the mail and addressed as follows:

Town of Gorham

Tax Collector

75 South Street, Suite 1

Gorham, ME 04038

For assistance with questions relating to real estate and/or personal property taxes, please contact the Assessor at the Cumberland County Regional Assessing Office at 207-699-2475.

GORHAM, ME — Join University of Southern Maine Art Gallery for a panel discussion on October 5 at 4 pm on issues around land claim, mining’s impact on the local economy, and how themes of economic and ecological intertwinement can be viewed as a microcosm of the concerns that face many communities throughout the ecoregion.

This program is part of our under/current exhibition.

Panelists include:

Stephanie Garon, Artist

Bruce Taylor M.D., Public health physician

Nickie Sekera, Community Water Justice

Nick Bennett, Natural Resources Council of Maine Staff Scientist and Healthy Waters Director

Jan Morill, Earthworks Tailing Campaign Manager

Please note: This program will be in-person in our McGoldrick Center and held simultaneously via Zoom. Register for the Zoom session at USM’s website.

This event is sponsored by a Maine Humanities Council Major Grant.

MAINE — Goodwill Northern New England now offers donation pick-ups, thanks to a new partnership with ReSupply. The partnership will begin in the Greater Portland, Maine area and expand in the coming weeks.

“Getting to a donation center can be difficult for some folks, especially if they have large, bulky items like furniture,” said Goodwill’s Director of Logistics Rick Mooney. “Our goal is to make donating easier and more accessible for our communities by offering donation pickups.”

ReSupply offers a fee-based pickup service to donors and in turn provides that donation to Goodwill. Goodwill does not take any part of the pick-up fee. Any items Goodwill cannot take ReSupply will then take to other charities to further help keep items from ending up in landfills.

Goodwill stores and donation centers will always remain a free option for donating clothing and household items. 

ReSupply will initially serve folks surrounding these stores: Biddeford, South Portland (Maine Mall), Gorham, Westbrook, Falmouth, Windham, Topsham and Brunswick.

“We hope our donors find value in this alternative donating option,” Mooney said. “If it’s not your cup of tea, our donation specialists are ready for you at our stores.”

Visit goodwillnne.org/donate/ or call (361) 264-1467 to schedule a donation pickup. ReSupply will reach out to coordinate the pickup within 24-48 hours.

BUXTON, ME — Join us Saturday, October 5, 2PM-4PM at Buxton Town Office, 185 Portland Road, Rear Entrance for guest speaker Gerard Bianco, an award-winning artist, author, teacher and lecturer.   He holds a BA in Studio Art and an MFA in Writing.

 His books can be found on Amazon. His short stories have appeared in various literary journals and his lessons, exercises and advice on the art and craft of creative fiction have appeared on the web and in the book, Now Write! Mysteries: Mystery Fiction Exercises From Today’s Best Writers and Teachers.

 His latest book, Marlee, takes place in Maine and contains thirteen of his unique illustrations. He lives in Maine. Please visit his website at https://gerardbianco.com/

Refreshments will be served.  FREE an  RSVP appreciated contact Lorraine  lindcabin@gmail.com

PORTLAND, ME — In September, the American Red Cross stresses the continuing critical need for blood products to ensure patient care. Donors of all blood types are asked to give now to keep blood supply levels rising after a summer shortage. Type O blood donors and those giving platelets are especially needed.

A steady increase in lifesaving blood products is vital to ensuring hospitals stay ready for any situation this fall. As National Preparedness Month continues, the Red Cross highlights the importance of having a strong supply of blood products already on hand for disasters and emergencies of all kinds and to meet the needs of patients every day.

Now is the time to book an appointment and help patients counting on lifesaving transfusions. To schedule a time to give blood or platelets, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

All who come to give Sept. 16-30, 2024, will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Fall.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities Sept. 19-30

Cumberland

Brunswick

9/25/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Elks Lodge, 179 Park Row

9/27/2024: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., American Legion Post 20, 1 Columbus Drive

Falmouth

9/24/2024: 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Lunt Auditorium, 74 Lunt Road

9/30/2024: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., The Episcopal Church of St. Mary, 43 Foreside Rd

Freeport

9/30/2024: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., Hilton Garden Inn Freeport, 5 Park Street

Harrison

9/25/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., United Parish Congregational Church of Harrison and N. Bridgton, 77 Main Street

North Yarmouth

9/27/2024: 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Wescustogo Hall and Community Center, 120 Memorial Hwy

Portland

9/20/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Alexander Hall, 716 Stevens Ave

9/30/2024: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Maine Medical Dana Center, 22 Bramhall Street

Scarborough

9/19/2024: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m., Saint Maximilian Church, 150 Black Point Rd

South Portland

9/26/2024: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks, 200 Sable Oaks Drive

Standish

9/19/2024: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Standish Town Hall, 175 Northeast Road

Yarmouth

9/20/2024: 12 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., American Legion Post 91, 196 Main St