City Theater in Biddeford is making plans for its current season including canceling and postponing some shows.
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American Red Cross faces severe blood shortage as coronavirus outbreak threatens availability of nation’s supply
Nearly 2,700 Red Cross blood drives have been canceled across the country due to coronavirus concerns, resulting in some 86,000 fewer blood donations.
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Spotlight on the Director, Lee Koenigs
From her office at the Libby Memorial Library in Old Orchard Beach, Lee Koenigs can see the whitecaps of the Atlantic Ocean and the Sea Viper rollercoaster in the Palace Playground. It sits silently awaiting the squeals of joy, and the screams of terror that can be heard all the way to the library during […]
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Debut crime novel features retired OOB detective
Old Orchard Beach–based author Edward Daniel Hunt has released his debut novel “Penance,” published by Adelaide Books. “Penance” revolves around the race to find Lori Doyle. Ten years ago, at age 16, Lori witnessed a killing by her then-boyfriend that went unsolved. Today, she has established a new life in Maine for herself and her […]
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Drum and bugle corp to practice March 28
The Maine Regiment All Age Drum & Bugle Corp will hold an informational/practice session for any interested members from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 28 at Stewart P. Morrill American Legion Post #35, 413 Broadway, South Portland. For more information, call 613-9196 or 409-4460.
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New shows this weekend at Maine Repb
BIDDEFORD — Surviving the night might take a little improvisation. It’s an improv comedy “Who-dunnit” sweet-tooth extravaganza Friday, March 13, as Maine Rep teams up with Sleuths Mystery Entertainment and Cakes for All Seasons in Mystery at Grand Malarkey, a full comedy event that features a mystery show, an in-depth mystery game with prizes, in-character […]
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Plot rentals are available in the Saco Community Garden
SACO — Several plots are still available for rent in the Saco Community Garden. The Garden, located in Haley Park on King Street in Saco, offers a place for gardeners of all skill levels to rent a plot to plant and grow fresh produce, herbs, and flowers. The garden features a fenced area of 55 […]
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The climes they are a-changing
At the Biddeford & Saco Chamber of Commerce, most of our efforts are hyper-local, consistent with our focus on Biddeford and Saco businesses and the regional community. But it’s impossible to avoid topics and issues in the news lately that are national and global in nature. For example, there is uncertainty and fear right now […]
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Chickens on patrol
Several years ago while living in the shire of Farmington, some friends and I were driving home from a delightful dinner at the Irving Big Stop. My friends are organized, level-headed, calm and extremely kind. One is an emergency medical specialist with a variety of credentials; the other is an eye doctor with a background […]
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Salvation Army Old Orchard Beach Corps receives United Way of York County 2020 community investment
OLD ORCHARD BEACH —The Salvation Army of Old Orchard Beachas been awarded a one-year grant from United Way of York County totaling $9,840. This investment will benefit the following Salvation Army programs: Community Lunch (served Tuesdays and Fridays at 11:30 a.m.,everyone is welcome to attend), and the Hands-Up Center (which provides emergency food, clothing, and […]