Richard “Dick” Libby Jr., 89, of Weymouth Street, passed away Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Biddeford, March 20, 1935, the son of Richard Libby Sr. and Mary Jaresky Libby. Dick was raised by his stepfather, Leo (Pop) Boutet. Dick attended local schools and graduated from Thornton Academy in 1953. […]
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Saco city administrator appoints interim harbormaster
David Pendleton has been appointed the interim harbormaster for Saco, effective immediately. Pendleton will serve in this interim role, in addition to his current responsibilities as deputy fire chief, through April 1. Pendleton brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to Maine’s coastal communities, according to a statement from the city. He began […]
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Two finalists chosen for Cape Elizabeth town manager’s job
South Portland Assistant City Manager Josh Reny and Saco Public Works Director Patrick Fox will meet with Cape Elizabeth residents Aug. 21.
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Saco historian brings his fascination with the past to his modern day job
Peter Scontras was named the first Saco City Historian in January.
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Thornton Academy campus gets a little greener
In an effort to reforest the campus, Thornton Academy will be planting indigenous trees throughout the grounds.
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Camp Ellis community hosts HarborFest Aug. 4
Get a gander of what a working waterfront looks like at Saco’s Camp Ellis HarborFest on Sunday, Aug. 4. Camp Ellis is a coastal neighborhood of Saco. It is one of the most erosive sections of Maine’s coastline according to Maine Geological Survey. Devastating winter storms caused destruction along all of Maine’s coast this January, […]
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Obituary: David J. Dichard
David Dichard, 69, of New Gloucester, Maine, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 6, 2024. He was born in Saco, Maine, on Nov. 15, 1954, to George and Letha (Harlow) Dichard. He attended Saco schools until his family moved to Shrewsbury, Massachusetts , graduating from Shrewsbury High School in 1973. After graduation, he […]
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School Board vacancies in both Saco and Biddeford
Both Biddeford an Saco have school board vacancies which they are seeking to fill. The Saco School Board is seeking a new member to represent Ward 1. A vacancy occurred following Ward 1 School Board member Arthur “Artie” Archie’s resignation on July 10. The chosen candidate will serve for the remainder of Archie’s term, which […]
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Saco explores downtown gateway concept plan
The Saco City Council heard a concept plan Monday night that would create a more welcoming entrance into downtown.
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Biddeford pilots technology to reduce impact on climate change
The Biddeford clean water facilities use Maine-made green technology to reduce their impact on the climate.
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