The warning issued about rip currents on Monday said that the winter storms reshaped the surf zone and created conditions that can carry even the best swimmers away from shore.
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Obituary: Paraskevi Antonakos
Paraskevi Antonakos, lovingly known as Pat, died peacefully in her home on Wednesday, May 17 at the graceful age of 92. Born in Danielson, Connecticut, on June 23, 1931, to Vasiliki and Konstantinos Solomos, who immigrated from Patra, Greece, she grew up with two sisters, Alice and Anna. At 18, she spent a summer working […]
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Police shoot and kill Limerick man in Old Orchard Beach
Police say Christopher Harriman was shot after he grabbed his rifle and chambered a round while officers tried to convince him to surrender.
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Police resolve ‘situation’ in Old Orchard Beach reportedly involving armed man
A grocery store reportedly went under lockdown after a man with a large gun was seen outside. Maine State Police said the incident has been resolved, but had not confirmed whether a gun was involved as of 9:15 p.m. Tuesday.
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Library Links: There’s nautical fun aplenty at Libby Library
I was picking up a few grocery items at the local supermarket when I overheard some other customers talking about battleships at Libby Library. Those who remember the game Battleship, or those new to it can play on a giant version of the beloved board game at the Libby Library in Old Orchard Beach. In […]
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Three children rescued from rip currents Friday at Old Orchard Beach
No one was hurt, officials said.
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Obituary: Florence P. Forcier
Florence “Flo” Forcier (Bousquet) 77, of Old Orchard Beach passed away Tuesday June 25, 2024, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. She was born in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, on Jan. 18, 1947, the daughter of Edgar and Alice Denoncourt Bousquet. She attended local schools in Rhode Island and later attended college. Flo retired from Data […]
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Ribbing cutting takes place for OOB motel
The Old Orchard Beach Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for new member, On the Beach Motel, located at 61 West Grand Ave. June 18. JJ Mokarzel purchased the hotel in 2021 and had operated it under its former name, the Old Colonial Motel. With the new season in 2024 and many renovations, […]
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Old Orchard Beach voters approve $9.8 million sewer bond, $16.9 million school budget
Old Orchard Beach voters approved a $9.8 million sewer bond to complete upgrades to the town’s wastewater treatment facility and pump station last week. The bond was approved with 816 votes in favor and 148 against. Led by consulting firm Woodard and Curran, the project will address critical issues such as code, safety, capacity, structural […]
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Rumble at The Ballpark wrestling tournament moving to new location
The event will be held June 22-23 at Crystal Athletic Training Facility in Sanford.
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