BIDDEFORD — After 48 years of teaching in Catholic schools in Biddeford, trying to surprise Estelle Beauchesne with anything is pretty much an exercise in futility. Feb. 3 proved to be a worthy and deserved exception. Under the ruse of a meeting at the diocesan offices in Portland, Beauchesne, along with Nancy Naimey, principal of […]
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Saco Middle School announces January Student of the Month award winner
SACO — Vuk Tomic was named the Saco Middle School Student of the Month in January. His teachers recognized Vuk for his positive attitude and his willingness to go above and beyond in both his schoolwork and his dedication to others. School administrators noted how kind and respectful he is towards his teachers and peers, […]
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Zombie apocalypse art on display in Biddeford
BIDDEFORD — An exhibition of artwork by local artist Jefferson Coniaris is on display at the University of New England’s Biddeford Campus Center now through Feb. 17. The exhibit, “Event: Terminus,” a showcase of the first 17 pages from the artist’s illustrated book of the same name, tells the story of a woman as she […]
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Lyman, Dayton host host GOP caucus
Lyman and Dayton Republicans are hosting a joint caucus Thursday, Feb. 10 at the Lyman Town Hall, 11 South Waterboro Road. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; caucus commences at 6 p.m. The registrar of voters from each town will be there for those wishing to register as a Republican. Those with questions may call Donna […]
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Volunteer needed to pick up donations to OOB food pantry
OLD ORCHARD BEACH — Got a couple of hours to spare? The Old Orchard Beach Food Pantry that operates at the United Methodist Church is looking for a volunteer with a van, truck, or vehicle with a trailer to pick up donations twice a week. OOB Food Pantry volunteer Julie Fisher said the individual who […]
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Look no further than Libby Library for entertainment, enrichment, and inspiration
The other day a patron was checking out his books, and he commented, “It’s quiet in here.” Quick on her feet, our library assistant responded, “Well, it is a library.” It was good for a laugh, and if laughter is the best medicine, those belly-guffaws are extra important, especially these days. While it may be […]
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(Almost) full moon in Camp Ellis
A woman walks her dog by the jetty at Camp Ellis on Sunday, Jan. 16, under the Waxing Gibbous moon which was 99.1 percent full.
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Saco First Parish Congregational Church to hold MLK Day of Service
SACO — Monday is a Day of Service at First Parish Congregational Church at 12 Beach St., where organizers say an array of items and services will be offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 17 in honor of MLK Day. Those attending are asked to wear a mask and practice social distancing. Organizers […]
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Good Shepherd Parish holding major “Mary, Mother of God” diaper collection
Donations Accepted in Biddeford, Saco, Old Orchard Beach, and Lyman through Jan. 30.
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Maine Water caps 2021 by supporting the hungry and children in need
SACO — Maine Water and its employees again helped provide for the hungry and children in need in the communities the company serves across the state of Maine. The support comes in the form of food pantry donations and warm winter coats for children. Maine Water’s Coats for Kids program is an employee funded program […]