The ground and forest is dry as dust and fire personnel throughout York County are keeping the message simple and to the point: Don’t burn anything. In fact, none of York County’s 29 municipalities are issuing burn permits and neither is the Maine Forest Service. There have been fires in the woods in a number […]
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Posted inObituaries
Obituary: William S. Crediford Jr.
ALFRED – William S. Crediford, Jr. 82, of Alfred, died Sunday July 27, 2025 in Portland.
A funeral service will be held …
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York County’s ‘best hire,’ retiring executive assistant, bids adieu | County Report
Kathy Dumont has fulfilled many roles during her 17 years in county government.
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York County Government Annual Report is chock-full of pertinent information | County Report
How many housing units were there in York County in 2024? What was the unemployment rate as determined by the Maine Department of Labor? How many buildings are owned and maintained by York County Government? Which municipalities are included in each of the five York County commissioner districts? How does a constituent get in touch […]
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With York County budget ratified, towns will receive tax bills soon | County Report
Kennebunkport will be billed $1.8 million, up $309,583 from a year ago while Biddeford checks in at $1.8 million, up $113,807.
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Newly appointed York County Jail lieutenant lauded as a ‘great mentor’ | County Report
Cindy Sanford was promoted to lead the Classifications Department.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
Don’t pour feta brine down the drain. It can add flavor to many dishes
Feta cheese in brine is a secret two-fer. Enjoy the cheese, then use the brine, too.
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: James R. Boldebook
ALFRED – James R. Boldebook, 77, passed away peacefully with his family by his side early Saturday morning, on May 24, …
Posted inLetters
A solution to Maine’s homeless shelter closures | Letter
The failure is in the funding model. Let’s run them at the county level like other regional services.
Posted inLocal & State, News
York County’s only homeless shelter closes after 45 years
Some of York County Shelter Programs’ services will continue to operate, including a food pantry that serves 6,000 people each month.