(Much of the information for this article came from a piece provided by Reuben Rajala of the Gorham Historical Society. Rajala also provided the old photographs. We thank the historical society for its assistance. )
GORHAM – Tucked away on the east side of the Androscoggin River, few people today are even aware of Alpine Cascades.
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