SACO — In an effort to offer support and comfort to community members coping with the loss of a loved one, Good Shepherd Parish in Saco conducts a grieving ministry to walk alongside individuals needing guidance through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Grief Share is a faith-based, supportive group that will meet each Thursday […]
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Age Friendly Saco, Seniority, say ‘kick up your heels’ at St. Pat’s dinner, dance
SACO — Age Friendly Saco and the Saco Parks and Recreation’s Seniority program are encouraging people to get their Irish on for a dinner dance celebrating St. Patrick and the emerald isle 5-8 p.m. March 18 at Saco Community Center, 75 Franklin St. Music is by the Saco River Band, and the meal is a […]
Former Biddeford resident charged in Jan. 6 breach of Capitol
Christopher Maurer, 45, faces eight federal charges, including assaulting, resisting, or impeding officers with a deadly and dangerous weapon.
One dead, two injured in Saco crash
Saco Police are asking that anyone who has information about the Mast Hill Road crash or who witnessed it to contact them at 282-4535.
Thornton Academy senior killed in Saco car crash
Police say speed appeared to be a factor in the crash that killed 17-year-old Daniel Abbott and injured two others.
Local bus services offering “Fare Deal” campaign with 50% reduced prices
South Portland Bus Service, Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach Transit, and Greater Portland METRO will have 50% reduced fares from March 1 through Sept. 30.
Organ donation saved 1,325 lives in New England in 2022
Local, state and regional officials urge Mainers to sign up to be an organ donor. People can do so online at the Maine Bureau of Motor vehicles website or at any branch office.
First Parish diaper report: 84,239 dispensed in 2022
SACO — How many diapers did the First Parish Congregational Church Diaper Bank dispense to those who need them in 2022? Thousands, many thousands. From Jan. 5 to Dec. 28, First Parish Diaper Bank distributed 84,239 diapers to low-income families to help keep little bottoms dry. That was the report of the three organizers — […]
Program to help seniors, disabled, stay in their homes
Comfortably Home, under the Biddeford Housing Authority banner, will install shower grab bars, repair minor roof leaks or other projects.
Pair face charges after allegedly busting up Saco hotel room, threatening police
When police entered the hotel room they also found a 7- year- old child and contacted DHHS and family members. The child was uninjured.