BIDDEFORD — Margaret “Peggy” (Hallczuk) Minihan, 74, of Biddeford, died peacefully at home Tuesday, March 8, 2022. Born in Biddeford to Thelma (Broad) and Michael Hallczuk on March 17, 1947, Peggy spent most of her life on the Mountain Road where she was born and raised. For many years she was employed by Old Colony Gas and Gibb’s Oil […]
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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Handgun recovered in Scarborough alleged vehicular robbery
SCARBOROUGH — Scarborough Police say they have recovered a handgun which was among items stolen during a rash of reported motor vehicle robberies reported on March 8. According to a police statement, officers recovered the firearm March 11 after investigating a number leads. The investigation is ongoing, police said in the statement issued March 11.
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Obituary: Charles Carroll Copeland
SCARBOROUGH and MAPLETON — Our brave boy, who was born July 21, 2009, had a head full of wild curls, eyes bluer than the ocean, and smile that would melt your heart, left us in the early morning light of March 9th. Charlie battled MECP2 Duplication Syndrome for his whole life; every day was a […]
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“Aging Friendly” workshop set for Scarborough on March 26
SCARBOROUGH — “Aging Friendly,” a presentation by Don Harden, a founding member of the Maine Council on Aging, will be held at St. Maximilian Kolbe Church on 150 Black Point Road in Scarborough on Saturday, March 26, from 9 a.m. to noon. All are welcome at the free event, which will also be livestreamed at […]
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Scarborough Land Trust welcomes new board member
The Scarborough Land Trust has added Tom Nolan to its Board of Directors. Nolan was born and raised in Butler, a rural town in Pennsylvania. He spent a lot of time playing outside, all year long, and especially loved winter. He was involved in Scouting and is an Eagle Scout. He graduated from the University […]
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It’s time we talk about PFAS
By now, you’ve probably heard of PFAS, also known as forever chemicals. Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used in the manufacturing of products since the 1940s. Known as “forever chemicals” because they break down extremely slowly, PFAS are commonly found in items like household cleaning products, food […]
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Scarborough residents earn academic honors
Southern Maine Community College in South Portland announced students have made the 2021 fall semester dean’s list. Scarborough students include: Richardsky Adoux, Sean Arsenault, Sabrina Blackie, Molly Carter, Kayla Dagnese-Fairbrother, Joseph Daly, Joel Domas, Alicia Fournier, Kourtnie Fritscher, Meghan Gilchrist, Dee Hall, Rob Hansen, Mollie Harris, Meghan Henderson, Kathleen Hodge, Nicholas Hutchins, Charlotte Jacobs, Ben […]
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Fontaine Family Team celebrates award recipients
On Feb. 10, 2022, Fontaine Family – The Real Estate Leader held and celebrated their Annual Awards Banquet at the Hilton Garden Inn, Auburn. Fontaine Family Team helped 593 families who needed to buy and sell property in 2021. Entertainment during the banquet included performances by team members Cindy Morin, David Foster and Steve Miller […]
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David Foster receives Silver Level Producer Award
David Foster, Realtor at Fontaine Family – The Real Estate Leader, was recently recognized at the Fontaine Awards event that took place at The Hilton Garden Inn in Auburn. David received the Silver Level Producer Award for his accomplishments in 2021. He also earned membership in Fontaine’s Ambassadors’ Council. David serves areas in Biddeford/Saco and […]
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Scott & Sunny Townsend Team adds new hire
Jessica Markley has joined the the Scott & Sunny Townsend Team as a buyer specialist. Jessica is a Maine native, born and raised in Portland. She joins the team with over 15 years of customer service and management experience in the hair and beauty industry. Jessica’s natural ability to listen and understand clients’ needs makes […]