Sue Dunn has been with the Gorham Times for over 19 years in various roles: publisher, editor, business manager, writer, and most recently, general manager.
As a volunteer run newspaper that is always evolving, it can be difficult to find people who share both a commitment to “Bringing the news to all of Gorham” and having the time to do so. According to Sheri Faber, many years ago, the Gorham Times lost its publisher with very little notice. Faber remembers Dunn, who was not then associated with the paper, saying “‘I think I can do this’ and she did, continuing on in that role (and doing a great job) until we found someone who wanted to do it on an ongoing basis.”
She did the same thing when others departed and left gaps on the production staff. “Sue has been an integral and vital member of the Gorham Times staff for many years, enabling the paper to thrive. She made thoughtful decisions, consulted with other staff and was a tremendous asset to the Gorham Times,” said Faber.
Sheri Faber (left) and Chris Crawford (middle), two of the original members of the Gorham Times, joined outgoing general manager, Sue Dunn.Maynard Charron, the founder of the Gorham Times and general manager for 20 years added, “Over the past 21 years the Gorham Times has had many fantastic volunteers – Sue Dunn is at the top of that list. She has been like an All-Star utility baseball player. She can play all of the positions! She is very much an inspiration to anyone who wants to give back to their community. She will be missed.”
Chris Crawford, another long-time Gorham Times staff member, added, “She ran a great meeting: they were organized, inclusive and always lively and fun. She was a great asset for our local paper as she served in a number of different capacities. Sue always stepped right up when help was needed, whether it was hosting the Christmas party or making sure that Maynard Charron got the Gorham Times sign when the South Street office closed, she was there to help make the paper a success.” Faber concluded, “We won’t see the likes of her again and she will be sorely missed.” The Gorham Times staff thanks Sue Dunn for her many years of service and commitment to the paper. We wish her much happiness in her new life in Bethel.