Ashley Cram’s fourth-grade students in Steep Falls were recently presented with a Little Free Library by Grace Leavitt, president of the Maine Education Association (MEA), for their success in the Read Across Maine Contest. Read Across Maine, hosted each March by the MEA, is part of the National Education Association’s Read Across America initiative. Cram […]
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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Sen. Bailey hosts Thornton Academy student in the Maine Senate
SACO — Sen. Donna Bailey, D-Saco, last month welcomed Thornton Academy student Harlow O’Leary of Saco to the Senate Chamber. Harlow served as an honorary student page. “In the final week of the legislative session, I enjoyed meeting Harlow,” said Sen. Bailey. “I learned that Harlow is a sophomore at Thornton, where she excels in […]
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Names of those involved in Saco fatal crash released
Saco Police released the name of the man who died as a result of a motor vehicle crash on May 3. At 9:03 a.m. on May 3, the Saco Emergency Communications Center received multiple 9-1-1 calls reporting a motor vehicle crash in the 500 block of Route 112 in Saco. The crash involved a tractor-trailer […]
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Community Calendar
Friday, May 17 The Biddeford ArtWalk takes place every third Friday starting May 17, from 4 to 8 p.m. Teh ArtWalk is a free, self-guided adventure, featuring Biddeford artists, local businesses, and food spots showcasing local art. Also taking place are opening receptions, lively street performances, open studio visits, and hands-on workshops. “And Then There […]
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Beyond the Headlines: York County moving forward with dredge operations
With each passing storm, the severity of the damage and erosion seem to be getting worse. It’s becoming a very common occurrence to hear about disaster declarations being called for our county. This trend is headed in the wrong direction. We must do everything we can, everything at our disposal, to protect homes, businesses, and […]
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Sen. Bernie Sanders to give UNE Commencement address
The University of New England’s 189th Commencement is set for Saturday, May 18.
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Center of Technology electrical program receives national recognition
BIDDEFORD/SACO — The electrical program of the Biddeford Regional Center of Technology has been recognized by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). The program’s excellence was highlighted by partners at ABC Maine (Associated Builders and Contractors) and NCCER, acknowledging BRCOT’s commitment to educating the next generation of craft professionals. According to ABC […]
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Saco Schools launches website on proposed new schools
SACO — The Saco City Council recently voted unanimously to place a referendum question about a bond to build two new schools on the June 11 ballot. The school department has launched an informational website about the referendum question which is www.Info-On-2.com. The site features a “virtual flyover” video that shows the new buildings and […]
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CK Burns’ Pelletier named York County Teacher of the Year
SACO — Danielle Pelletier of CK Burns School in Saco was named the 2024 York County Teacher of the Year at the Maine State Capital during Teacher Appreciation Week. Pelletier has been teaching for 16 years, eight of those in Saco teaching third grade. As part of the Maine Teacher of the Year Program, more […]
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Schools to host “Biddeford & Saco Rising” event Tuesday
BIDDEFORD/SACO — As a continued effort to better connect with multilingual learners and New Mainers in Biddeford and Saco, the school departments of both cities are hosting a Biddeford & Saco Rising gathering on Tuesday, May 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Biddeford Middle School, 25 Tiger Way, Biddeford. The event is focused on […]