There are all sorts of myths about how the celebration of St. Valentine’s Day came to be. The timing of the celebration on February 14 may, according to some scholars, be related to Lupercalia, an ancient Roman fertility festival. Of course, the name of the holiday is something else. There are many historical figures who […]
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Library Links: Love is in the air at Libby Memorial Library
There are all sorts of myths about how the celebration of St. Valentine’s Day came to be. The timing of the celebration on Feb. 14 may, according to some scholars, be related to Lupercalia, an ancient Roman fertility festival. Of course, the name of the holiday is something else. There are many historical figures who […]
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From Augusta: Storm recovery resources and support
Like so many towns up and down the coast of Maine, our lovely seaside community sustained devastating damage during the storms we experienced this month. Property owners, working waterfronts and businesses alike are now trying to pick up the pieces and deal with the adverse economic consequences. Old Orchard Beach was hit particularly hard. The […]
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York County businesses and residents left reeling from storms
Coastal communities were pummeled by huge waves, flooding, and wind gusts up to 60 mph. It was the second episode of extreme weather within days.
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Old Orchard Beach considers lifting cap on marijuana businesses
Town ordinance allows for only one adult-use marijuana business in Old Orchard, but town councilors say they are open to allowing more after a series of lawsuits and conflicts over awarding the sole license.
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OOB misses deadline to comply with state housing law, Biddeford makes it just in time
In addition to enacting small changes to comply with LD 2003, Biddeford City Council passed another key affordable housing measure: inclusionary zoning.
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An icy plunge into the Atlantic raises money for Special Olympics
The 36th annual Lobster Dip attracted about 600 dippers and thousands of onlookers – and raised at least $190,000.
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Habitat for Humanity is offering three affordable ownership opportunities in York County
The deadline to apply is Jan. 19.
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Library Links: Welcome the New Year at Libby Library
The hustle and bustle of the holidays has ended, and we’re now, truly, settling in for our long winter full of actual silent nights. It’s almost January, the beginning of a new year. January is a funny time of year — both hopeful and full of possibility, but also, as a community that welcomes seasonal […]
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Police arrest suspect wanted in South Portland home invasion
Tyrone A. Brown, 41, was arrested Tuesday morning in Old Orchard Beach by members of the Southern Maine Special Response Team.