LIMINGTON — Max Hans Brandt, 80, died peacefully on May 10th, 2022 surrounded by family. Born on June 16, 1941, in Biddeford, Maine, Max grew up on the Portland Road in Saco with his four younger sisters. His parents were Karl and Elsie Brandt. Max shaped his life around four major interests: love for family […]
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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Obituary: Sr. Eileen Ward
BIDDEFORD — Sister Eileen Ward, formerly known as Sister Martin Marie, died at St. Joseph Convent on May 9, 2022, at the age of 87. Sister Eileen was born on June 15, 1934, to Martin Ward and Margaret Higgins Ward in Long Island, New York. Sister Eileen was the fourth child in a family of […]
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Letters to the Editor, May 13
Vote for Caterina for State House To the editor, When I needed help to resolve an issue with my town government, I reached out to one of my Scarborough town councilors, Jean-Marie Caterina. I didn’t know her at the time, but she quickly got the right people involved to address the problem. Since then, I […]
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Environmental author to speak in Scarborough on May 24
The Scarborough Land Trust joins the Scarborough Public Library to host Maine author, Susan B. Inches on the evening of Tuesday, May 24 for Storytelling and the Art of Advocacy: How personal stories of connection with the earth can be used to advocate for the environment. “We are thrilled to be able to bring local, […]
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What the new supplemental budget does for Maine
The end of a legislative session is always a hectic time in Augusta. Challenging discussions, ongoing efforts at compromise, late nights and close votes are just a part of the process. But when all is said and done, we get the opportunity to look back and reflect on what we were able to accomplish. This […]
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Local students make academic achievements
Local Students Named to York County Community College spring 2021 honors list include: David Correale of Gorham, was named to Full-Time Dean’s List; Kenneth Richard of Gorham, was named to Full-Time Dean’s List; Casey Cyr of Gorham, was named to Part-Time Dean’s List; Aaliyah Biamby of Gorham, was named to Part-Time Dean’s List; Dani Rockey […]
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Be tick aware: Tips from the Scarborough Conservation Commission
May is National Tick Awareness Month. During the pandemic, many of us have taken to the outdoors for exercise, fresh air and the solace of being outside in nature. As this trend continues and the weather warms, it’s important to remember our outdoor surroundings and to be tick aware. Everyone can enjoy the great outdoors, despite […]
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240 Strings presents…!
240 Strings, which provides free classical music lessons to students unable to afford them, will hold performances in May and June. Friday, May 20: A concert by students and faculty at First Parish Church at Congress and Temple Streets in Portland. Includes the dedication of a beautiful 19th-century Steinway piano, generously donated by the family […]
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Local residents achieve academic honors
The following Saco students were named to the 2021 fall semester dean’s list at Simmons University in Boston: Elise Nason, Emerson Allie, and Amanda Grant. Seven students selected were selected as Maine Community College System’s 2022 Students of the Year. The students were selected for their academic success and campus and community involvement.Two students from […]
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Thornton Academy auction supports programs for food insecure students, other needs
SACO — After going virtual for two years, the Thornton Fund Auction is back for its 15th year with a hybrid format for 2022. This year’s auction will be held virtually for online bidding May 16-20, and will conclude with a live, in-person auction on Saturday, May 21, on the TA campus in Saco, starting […]