Due to miscalculations, Saco Middle School has added several names to the quarter 1 honor roll that was printed in the Nov. 28 edition. The additions are: Grade 8 Honors: Teaghan Norris Grade 7 High Honors: Kruz Tardiff Honors: Yusuf Al Gburi, Qasim Al-Khelaifawi, Alannah Collin, Hunter Dube, Ariana Etheridge, Adele Foy, Olivia Grantham, Andre […]
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UNE students put sustainability lessons to work locally
The sustainability fellowship program was launched last year to train the next generation of leaders and build an official sustainability network in southern Maine.
TA student delegate for U.S. Senate Youth Program
Sam Drummey of Thornton Academy in Saco is one of two Maine students who is a delegate for the 63rd annual prestigious United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP), according to the Maine Department of Education. On Dec. 2, Drummey and Emmett Appell of Erskine Academy, both seniors, were recognized at their schools for their outstanding […]
Southern Maine rings in the holiday season
Joyful activities to celebrate holiday cheer will take place from Old Orchard Beach to Kennebunkport this month.
Southern Maine rings in the holiday season
Joyful activities to celebrate holiday cheer will take place from Old Orchard Beach to Kennebunkport this month.
Biddeford considers implementing bike lanes
A first bicycle lane could be implemented on Union Street, with a city-wide bicycle lane review to follow.
Age-Friendly Saco launching Community Connections project
Age-Friendly Saco is celebrating the launch of a new Community Connections project, a local initiative aimed at strengthening community and promoting well-being for older people. The project’s primary goal is to build robust connections between local services and older adults, allowing them easier access to essential resources and social opportunities. However, one ambitious goal is […]
Local climate action planning on the rise in communities across Maine
While governments are responding to climate change at the global, national and state levels, local officials are identifying opportunities and responding to threats that are unique to their communities.
Saco historian hosts series of walking tours
Peter Scontras is sharing his wealth of Saco history knowledge with the community through a series of in-depth walking tours.
OOB considers improvements to halfway intersection
A project to improve the traffic flow of various points throughout Old Orchard Beach and Saco could be implemented next year.