York County Shelter Programs in Alfred laid off 20 of its 70 employees on Thursday and is working with other agencies to try to find new housing for the 65 people still staying at the shelter.
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County Report: Committee begins budget review May 7 in Alfred
The proposed budget is up by about 13%.
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Obituary: Richard Wyman Turcotte
ALFRED – Richard Wyman Turcotte, resident of East Waterboro, passed away at his home on April 10, 2025. He was 86 …
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County Report: Open house scheduled at York County Emergency Management Agency
Sometimes you see folks dressed in protective clothing, working at the scene of a chemical spill, doing all they can to make sure folks are safe as can be. When a child has wandered away from their yard, there is often a drone overhead, guided by a team on the ground, aiding in the search. […]
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Bill to make opioid settlement spending more transparent advances
The 39 counties and municipalities receiving a direct share of the opioid settlements would have to submit annual, publicly available reports.
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Proposed York County budget increase is 13%
Commissioners heard from several York County Government departments and will continue the review at 4:30 p.m., April 9, at the York County Government building in Alfred.
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County Report: Sheriff celebrates employees, citizens academy graduates
A citizen saw a York County resident wandering in the roadway, and quietly stepped in to assist York County Sheriff’s Office deputies help the older resident who was experiencing cognitive difficulties. Jennifer Stonehouse gently calmed the individual, and in so doing, helped the situation end safely. A member of the YCSO command staff, Operations Major […]
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County Report: Old crimes revealed in 1890s, 1900s, York County Jail logbooks
Many of us have heard the term “that’s highway robbery!” These days, the expression tends to mean that something is far too expensive — “they want how much?” for a dozen eggs, a chuck roast, or a basic, no frills, new car. Well, in 1893, highway robbery happened right here in York County. A Biddeford […]
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County Report: Peer group supports significant others of first responders
Meetings commence Feb. 23.