Never let it be said that those who appreciate rock n’ roll music could care less about others. As evidence of that, the Oldies Dance Group’s Benefit Dance last fall set records once again in raising money for the Ronald McDonald House of Portland. The dance raised $8,750 to donate to the Ronald McDonald House […]
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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In the Know: Scarborough in strongest financial position in years
As the town looks forward to the budget season this spring, it finds itself in the strongest financial position in many years with a significant increase in available unassigned fund balance and an upgraded credit rating. This marked change in financial position did not happen overnight or by accident; prudent budgeting, active investing, and a […]
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Library Links: Zip the library cat: Part of McArthur history
Libraries and cats have had a long history of being intertwined, with records of furry feline companions roaming the stacks dating all the way back to the Middle Ages. Some were considered a nuisance, but most have been utterly adored by patrons and staff — such as the famous Dewey Readmore, a beloved library cat […]
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Community News: March 6
TA senior named finalist for National Merit Scholarship Dylan Poirier, a senior at Thornton Academy in Saco, has been selected as a National Merit Scholar finalist. The National Merit Scholarship Program is an annual academic competition among high school students for recognition and college undergraduate scholarships. Students qualify by achieving a high score on the […]
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‘I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change’ is new musical at Biddeford’s City Theater
City Theater in Biddeford presents “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change,” the insightful and hilarious musical this month; it will have audience members shouting, “This is my life!” “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” with book and lyrics by award-winning Joe DiPietro and music by renowned composer Jimmy Brooks, is a witty musical revue that tackles modern love […]
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Speeding vehicle crashes in Standish
A report of a speeding vehicle that was operating erratically was made to the Windham Police Department at about 6:20 p.m. on Feb. 23. The vehicle had refused to stop for a Cumberland County Sheriff’s Deputy as it continued through Windham on Route 115, according to a police press release. Windham officers attempted but failed […]
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Community News: Feb. 27
Biddeford student art show takes place March 5 The Biddeford School Department will hold its annual District-Wide K-12 Student Art Show on Tuesday, March 5, 2025, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at Biddeford Middle School. This event will celebrate the creativity and artistic achievements of students from all grade levels, featuring a diverse range of […]
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Saco, Biddeford students shine at York County Spelling Bee
Local students demonstrated their spelling prowess at the York County Spelling Bee, held earlier this month at Massabesic Middle School. Twelve talented spellers in grades five through eight from schools across southern Maine, including Biddeford, Saco, Bonny Eagle, and Wells, competed for the county title in a contest that came down to an intense tie-breaking […]
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Things to Do: Feb. 27
Thursday, Feb. 27 Thursday Coffee Hour – 55+, 10 to 11 a.m., McArthur Public Library, 270 Main St., Biddeford. Light refreshments will be served. Free. FMI, contact jsanderson@mcarthurlibrary.org. Trivia Night, 6 to 9 p.m., Brickyard Hollow Biddeford, 165 Main St., Biddeford. Friday, Feb. 28 Next Stop Comedy, 8 to 10 p.m., Sacred Profane Brewery and […]
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Public Matters: Biddeford’s budget season begins – What to expect and how to get involved
Every year, the city makes difficult choices about where to invest tax dollars — from public safety and road repairs to parks and essential services. Budget season is when those decisions take shape. The city budget is more than numbers — it’s a fiscal statement of what Biddeford values and how much we value it. […]