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Absence of Canadian visitors leaves void in Old Orchard Beach

by Gillian Graham August 1, 2021July 31, 2021

While visitors from other U.S. states have kept the seaside community busy this summer, many miss the French-Canadian influx and wonder when, or if, they will come back.

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

40-year sentence in brutal Old Orchard Beach murder stands

by Dina Mendros July 27, 2021

Maine justices deny the sentencing appeal of Dustan Bentley who pleaded guilty to killing his 65-year-old roommate.

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies

Old Orchard Beach Police responding to gunshot report, find drugs, guns, more

by Tammy Wells July 19, 2021July 19, 2021

Police treated a man for a gunshot wound to the leg before he was taken to the hospital. They later executed a search warrant, and turned up methamphetamines, 3 dozen guns, and more, and have arrested a local man on drug charges

Cops & Courts, Local & State

Police seize 36 guns, ammunition and bulletproof vests after shooting in Old Orchard Beach

by Dennis Hoey July 19, 2021July 20, 2021

Howard T. Rowe, 35, was charged with aggravated drug trafficking.

Local & State, News

Old Orchard Beach restaurant promises to rebuild from fire

by Dennis Hoey July 19, 2021July 20, 2021

Joseph’s by the Sea sustained extensive water and smoke damage, but its owners vow to reopen the landmark eatery that was established in 1968.

Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Kennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies

Employers entice workers with bonuses, higher wages and other perks

by Tammy Wells July 14, 2021July 15, 2021

Sometimes, applicants simply don’t show up for interviews. But when an existing employee refers a friend, often, there’s a good result, employers say.