SACO — In an effort to offer support and comfort to community members coping with the loss of a loved one, Good Shepherd Parish in Saco conducts a grieving ministry to walk alongside individuals needing guidance through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Grief Share is a faith-based, supportive group that will meet each Thursday […]
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St. James School in Biddeford ready for “March Madness”
BIDDEFORD — “March is always a long month in schools,” said Nancy Naimey, principal of St. James School in Biddeford. “So, we thought, “Let’s try to plan a month-long initiative that promotes our S.A.F.E. mission each day.’” The result? “March Madness” and a schedule of events and activities that celebrate the school’s commitment to S.A.F.E. […]
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Obituary: John J. Laverty Jr., Nov. 26, 1937 – Feb. 19, 2023
BIDDEFORD — John J. Laverty Jr., 85, of Biddeford, Maine, died peacefully surrounded by his family and friends on the morning of Sunday, Feb. 19. He was born in Port Chester, New York, the eldest son of John J. Laverty and Mary (Kingsley) Laverty. John is survived by the love of his life of 32 years, […]
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Biddeford wants volunteers to join Age Friendly group
The next meeting is Thursday, March 2 in the mayor’s office at Biddeford City Hall.
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Age Friendly Saco, Seniority, say ‘kick up your heels’ at St. Pat’s dinner, dance
SACO — Age Friendly Saco and the Saco Parks and Recreation’s Seniority program are encouraging people to get their Irish on for a dinner dance celebrating St. Patrick and the emerald isle 5-8 p.m. March 18 at Saco Community Center, 75 Franklin St. Music is by the Saco River Band, and the meal is a […]
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Former Biddeford resident charged in Jan. 6 breach of Capitol
Christopher Maurer, 45, faces eight federal charges, including assaulting, resisting, or impeding officers with a deadly and dangerous weapon.
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One dead, two injured in Saco crash
Saco Police are asking that anyone who has information about the Mast Hill Road crash or who witnessed it to contact them at 282-4535.
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Biddeford names new city planner
BIDDEFORD — Longtime municipal planner David Galbraith has been named Biddeford City Planner and will serve as deputy director of the Planning and Development Department. Galbraith was contracted as Biddeford’s interim planner in a consultant role in November and joined the city as a full-time employee Feb. 21. “With the number of exciting projects planned […]
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Local bus services offering “Fare Deal” campaign with 50% reduced prices
South Portland Bus Service, Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit, and Greater Portland METRO will have 50% reduced fares from March 1 through Sept. 30.
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Organ donation saved 1,325 lives in New England in 2022
Local, state and regional officials urge Mainers to sign up to be an organ donor. People can do so online at the Maine Bureau of Motor vehicles website or at any branch office.