Free throw contest is back Every year for nearly 15 years, excepting a two-year hiatus for COVID, the Gorham Knights of Columbus Council 10221 has hosted a basketball free throw contest. This year, the event is on Saturday, Jan. 28, from 3:30-5 p.m. at Shaw Gym, 75 South St. “The wonderful thing about basketball is […]
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How personal trainer Mike Chabot has turned lemons into lemonade during a global pandemic.
When the pandemic hit, personal trainer Mike Chabot watched as gyms were forced to close their doors. While many in his industry were forlorn by the news, Chabot saw an opportunity to meet the demands of millions. “For months, people were stuck at home, gaining weight, losing shape, and they had time to think about getting healthy,” he explains. “They started to exercise at home and realized they need help for it. I noticed a big change, as more people were contacting me and I benefited [from becoming] an online coach.”