Superstitions abound in the theater. Just try saying the name of that Scottish play by the inimitable Shakespeare or wishing a thespian friend “good luck” and note the response. Many of our theater superstitions are rooted in practical applications. Take the prohibition on whistling backstage. Before there were machine-powered lift systems, set pieces were raised […]
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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County Report: First County Foundation looks to fill needs at training and recovery centers
As construction continues on the York County Regional First Responder Training Center and the York County Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Center, the county government is looking ahead to opening day — and to making a difference in the lives of residents in York County. York County Commissioners are looking forward to welcoming folks looking […]
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Council Corner: Prioritizing our priorities … again
As occasionally happens, we had a little snafu with who was planning to author this week’s article. Typically, when this happens I am called up, or self-selected, to write something on a short deadline. Normally, I am all too happy to oblige. I love connecting with people through writing. However, this week when Councilors Cushing […]
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School event helps BHS students explore interests, build connections
Discovering what excites and motivates students can be a game-changer in education, boosting engagement, academic performance, and overall well-being. This month, Biddeford High School hosted “Passion Classes,” a special day filled with a unique curriculum designed to help students explore new hobbies and interests while fostering meaningful connections with teachers. For one day, teachers stepped […]
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From Augusta: DOGE’s ransacking of the federal government is hurting Mainers
When I began serving in the Legislature and started writing this column, my goal was to focus on state issues impacting folks here in Biddeford. I did not want to focus on political drama in Washington, DC. Unfortunately, recent events have made it clear that we have no choice but to pay attention to what […]
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From Augusta: For communities like OOB, U.S.-Canada relations are a local issue
International relations can often seem like remote issues that only affect faraway places, and the direct impacts on our daily lives can sometimes be unclear at first glance. But in communities like Old Orchard Beach, where we have longstanding cultural and economic ties to our Canadian neighbors, there is no question that the relationship between […]
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Scarborough Land Trust launches ‘Marsh Madness’ photo contest
The Scarborough Land Trust will celebrate the month of March by launching a photo contest, “Marsh Madness,” designed to showcase the natural beauty and connections people have with the Scarborough Marsh and SLT’s nine preserves. The contest invites participants – from professional or amateur photographers to smartphone photo fans – to submit their favorite photos […]
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Scarborough’s first public high school topic of historical society talk
Initially, public education in Scarborough consisted of a number of one-room schoolhouses that only went through Grade 8. To go to high school, parents had to pay tuition to send their children to a private school. Dr. Steve Spaulding will give a talk about “Scarborough’s First High School” at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 2, at […]
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Things to Do: Feb. 20
Thursday, Feb. 20 Free Tech Class: Introduction to MS Excel, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., McArthur Public Library, 270 Main St., Biddeford. In this three-day class from the National Digital Equity Center learn about the basics of Microsoft Excel including data entry, cell formatting, and the basics of Formulas. Free. FMI, contact jsanderson@mcarthurlibrary.org. Thursday Coffee Hour […]
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Biddeford marching band wins competition, honored
The Biddeford High School Marching Band, which won the New England Scholastic Band Association Championship Division 1 Competition and earned the title “The Best Marching Band in all of New England,” visited the Maine State Senate Feb. 11. While there, he Biddeford High School Marching Band received a legislative sentiment for its achievement. “I’m honored […]