10 years ago

From the Journal Tribune: “The rising cost of oil and a recent rate hike by Kennebunk Light and Power has town officials worried that some residents may be left in the cold this winter. Seeking to avoid this problem, officials have designated $25,000 for distribution by the Social Services office to residents for heating oil, and more recently, electric service problems.”

50 years ago

From the Biddeford-Saco Journal: “Town Clerk Esther C. Taylor announced today that absentee ballots for the state liquor referendum are now available at her office. The question on allowing the sale of alcohol on Sunday will be decided on Feb. 21, 1966.”

100 years ago

From the Biddeford Daily Journal: “A handsome bulldog which was stolen in Portland was recovered by Captain Fred S. Doyle, Monday evening. The officer after being notified by Portland officers, learned that the dog had been brought as far as Saco on a Portland electric car, but no trace of him could be found until Monday evening when Captain Doyle, who had a good description, spied the dog playing with another dog on Main street. He picked him up and the Portland owner was notified. Although not considered a valuable dog, he is the pet of the owner and his family. It is believed the party who stole the dog became frightened and let him loose.

— Krysteana Scribner