Afternoon at the theatre Windham seniors (55+) are invited to join the Windham Parks & Recreation Department for a trip to Portland Stage to see “The Snow Queen” on Dec. 21 from noon to 5 p.m. This musical adaptation of the Hans Christian Anderson fairytale is sure to brighten the holiday spirit of even Scrooge […]
Dina Mendros
Dina is Executive Editor for the Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, the Kennebunk Post, the Scarborough Leader and the South Portland-Cape Elizabeth Sentry. She is a born and bred Mainer living in Saco.
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TA student delegate for U.S. Senate Youth Program
Sam Drummey of Thornton Academy in Saco is one of two Maine students who is a delegate for the 63rd annual prestigious United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP), according to the Maine Department of Education. On Dec. 2, Drummey and Emmett Appell of Erskine Academy, both seniors, were recognized at their schools for their outstanding […]
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Community News: Dec. 12
Hang mittens, more on Tree of Hope Once again, the Tree of Hope where items providing warmth for the the winter for those in need will be in place in front of the Unitarian Universalist church of Saco and Biddeford at 60 School St. in Saco. Hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, socks and other items for […]
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Library Links: Get in holiday spirit at Libby Library in OOB
Many of us love to take regular walks either to soak in the beauty of nature or to get in some exercise. This month Libby Memorial Library in Old Orchard Beach, along with many other local organizations, businesses and artists, are working to bring you another wonderful reason for enjoying a walk. That reason being […]
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Briefs: Dec. 6
Several years ago, the Bridgton-Lakes Region Rotary Club decided to support local school children in need during the Christmas season. The group contacted the grammar schools and asked how we could help. And that’s how the Christmas Angel Project was born. Each year since then the club has budgeted for the project and relied on […]
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Things to Do: Dec. 5
Thursday, Dec. 5 Thursday Coffee Hour – 55+, 10 to 11 a.m., McArthur Public Library, 270 Main St., Biddeford. Light refreshments will be served. Free. FMI, email jsanderson@mcarthurlibrary.org. Friday, Dec. 6 “Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn,” 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., City Theater, 205 Main St., Biddeford. The recent Broadway musical based on the hit 1942 film […]
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Letters to the Editor: Dec. 5
Biddeford residents were alarmed this summer when, asked about regulatory review of the proposed University of New England pier, Biddeford’s mayor responded: “At this point they are holding all the cards. I don’t know how we can get them back to the table.” As if securing project approval was some sort of negotiation, an optional process […]
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Age-Friendly Saco launching Community Connections project
Age-Friendly Saco is celebrating the launch of a new Community Connections project, a local initiative aimed at strengthening community and promoting well-being for older people. The project’s primary goal is to build robust connections between local services and older adults, allowing them easier access to essential resources and social opportunities. However, one ambitious goal is […]
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County Report: York County Sheriff’s Office deputies now wearing body cameras
York County Sheriff’s deputies are now outfitted with body-worn cameras – small devices roughly the size of a deck of cards – that video and audio record what happens when officers arrive at a scene – be it a domestic dispute, a report of shots fired, or a traffic stop for suspected impaired driving. The […]
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Inside Bridgton: Nov. 29
Christmas trees for sale The Bridgton Center Village Firemen’s Association is holding its annual sale of Maine-grown Christmas trees in the Food City parking lot at 295 Main St. every day until supplies run out. Opening hours are Friday, Nov. 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., then continuing on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 […]