A change in law will allow restaurants to serve alcohol in areas not physically connected to their buildings – such as on a platform built over a parking space – which some think adds to the vibrancy of a downtown.
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Westbrook officer injured when alleged drunk driver crashes into police cruiser
A Westbrook man is charged with operating under the influence, reckless conduct and aggravated assault.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Anonymous donor gives $10,000 to pay Westbrook student lunch debts
The amount erases over half of the $17,000 that families in the district owe, the superintendent says.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Idexx makes debut on Fortune 1000 list
The Westbrook veterinary technology firm is the only Maine-based company on this year’s list.
Posted inLocal & State
Missing Saco man found alive and well
Nathaniel Glavin was reported missing early this week but turned up unharmed in Westbrook.
Posted inLocal & State
Three trailers filled with trash catch fire in Westbrook
It took hours for firefighters and workers using an excavator to put out the stubborn fire Wednesday morning.
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Westbrook teachers, school committee reach impasse on contract
The teachers union wants to add new language to the contract that is opposed by the school committee.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
‘Ghost bike’ honors victim, reminds drivers to watch for cyclists
Twenty years ago, Ethan Barton was hit and killed on his bicycle – now his family offers a message.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Plant-based health products get green light at Top Gun pitch-off in Lewiston
Start-ups Plant Botanicals, which has a seaweed skin care line, and Healing Harbors, which sells a cannabis-based oil, head to the finals on May 23 to battle with others for a $25,000 prize.
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Westbrook police rescue dog from roof, but how did it get there?
A Westbrook police employee sees the strange sight and calls for help.