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Intriguing stories emerge as York County gov’t preserves historical documents

ALFRED — A fascinating tale of a quirk in the apparently otherwise smooth operation of county government more than 200 years ago happened after an election where the incumbent York County Register of Deeds William Frost, of York, lost. Frost, a Revolutionary War veteran, was among more than eight candidates for the post. Jeremiah Goodwin […]

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York County dredge agreement signings commence, outlining way forward

ALFRED — The City of Saco and the County of York have signed a memorandum of understanding that outlines how the parties will proceed with dredge operations. Six additional municipalities — Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Biddeford and Old Orchard Beach — have also told county officials they too, plan to do so. York County Commissioners […]

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After 24 years, YCSO Detective Sweatt retires

ALFRED – Well wishes, hugs and handshakes were on tap Thursday, Feb. 29 as the men and women of York County Sheriff’s Office bid adieu to Detective Corey Sweatt, who retired after 24 years with the law enforcement agency. Sweatt, 54, who hails from a family that includes a number of law enforcement officers, came […]

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York County Jail makes gains in corrections staffing

ALFRED — York County Jail is seeing an upswing in hiring and retention over the last several months, after a lean stretch when it seemed like there were more corrections officers retiring or moving to jobs in other sectors, than who remained on the job. Vacancies remain and York County Sheriff’s Office is still hiring, […]