Helen G. Sylvestre (Peck), “Nana,” of Little Ossipee Lake, Waterboro, passed peacefully on the evening of Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020 at home with her children and grandchildren by her side. She declined quickly over the past few weeks following an eight year battle with Alzheimer’s disease that was diagnosed shortly after the passing of her […]
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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Flu vaccine, blood donation both help save lives
Healthy donors are needed to maintain blood supply.
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Two new businesses open in Biddeford
Ribbon-cutting ceremonies were held for both.
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Lois M. Auger
BIDDEFORD — Lois M. Auger, 83, died on Oct. 21, 2020, in Scarborough, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Presque Isle, she was the daughter of Arthur and Madeline Porter. She was educated by the Maine public school system and graduated from Biddeford High School in 1974, at 37, in anticipation to be a […]
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Geography is destiny, potentially
You may have heard the phrase “geography is destiny” before. It’s occasionally used in geopolitical discussions, and sometimes archaeologists and anthropologists use it in conjunction with analyses of past civilizations and historical human progress. In its most basic form, the concept implies that a region or country’s geography is paramount in providing resource or proximity […]
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Letters to the editor, Oct. 29
Vote yes on OOB Question 1 To the editor, “You can pay me now or you can pay me later.” If anyone remembers that old automotive commercial from the 70s, you’re in good company. That TV slogan has stuck with me over the years, reminding me to always make good business decisions in the moment […]
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Reminder of Maine’s Move Over law
In 2007, a law was passed that requires drivers throughout Maine to slow down and/or pull over if they encounter a stopped emergency vehicle. If you see the flashing lights and fail to respond appropriately, you can be issued a summons and fined $326. Each time a police officer stops a motor vehicle or investigates […]
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Letters to the editor, Oct. 30
Elect Anne Carney, SD 29 To the editor: Anne Carney has served in the Maine House of Representatives with distinction, and will distinguish herself further in the Maine Senate. In a single two-year term in the House she has supported, sponsored or co-sponsored legislation to provide affordable health care for children, ban foam food containers, […]
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Catholic Schools in Biddeford and Sanford to fundraise through virtual run/walk events
BIDDEFORD — For the first time, alums and friends of St. James School in Biddeford and St. Thomas School in Sanford can offer their support by walking, running, or biking anywhere in the world. Due to the pandemic, the schools are going virtual with two of their most beloved annual traditions. The St. James Trot […]
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Free Annual Thanksgiving Dinner in Saco cancelled for 2020
SACO — The free Thanksgiving dinner held annually in the hall of Most Holy Trinity Church in Saco has been cancelled for 2020. This would have been the 22nd edition of the dinner, which is co-sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council #12941 and Good Shepherd Parish, of which Most Holy Trinity Church is a […]