Districts intend to enroll more students in a broader variety of programs this year to help them catch up and give them a boost for the fall.
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Federal appeals court considers police liability in Biddeford murders
The victims’ mothers argue that Biddeford police officers did not do enough to address James Pak’s threats right before the shooting and so are partly responsible for the deaths.
Rural York County says ‘so long’ as longtime deputy retires
Sergeant Steve Thistlewood was given a fond farewell at York County Sheriff’s Office May 28 to mark his retirement, and was escorted by a parade of cruisers to Limington for a reception to recognize his 22 years on the job. Sheriff Bill King noted Thistlewood’s leadership abilities, investigative acumen and his “can do” spirit. The […]
Diaper Bank at Saco church aims to help families keep babies dry
Diapers can cost as much as $100 a month and in most cases aren’t a commodity covered by programs designed to assist struggling familes.
Biddeford School Committee talks about possibilities of sharing a superintendent
Saco School Board is poised to name a year long interim superintendent in a couple of weeks,
York County government wants input on use of American Rescue Plan funds
Public hearing is 2 p.m. June 16 at the York County vaccination site at the Center for Shopping in Sanford. People may also email their thoughts and ideas.
In Biddeford, long vacant Alfred Street lot eyed for food court
Customers would choose from seven mobile vendors and then dine at a number of tables located onsite.
Voters pass school budgets in Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach
If the Legislature passes the supplemental budget, communities could see an impact.
Biddeford-Saco Rotary Club makes contribution to Honor Flight Maine
BIDDEFORD — There is an Honor Flight set for September, where 100 seats are reserved for veterans. It is headed to Washington D.C. where those who served are treated to a tour, see the monuments, and reminisce with their fellow veterans. On Friday May 28, as American flags were being placed on gravestones at St. […]
‘Bike with a Cop,’ with Biddeford Police and Apex Youth Connection, is June 5
Kids – and others if they’d like – are invited to go on a bicycle ride. Register in advance, and bring your own bike and helmet.