Jennie E. Aranovitch, the fourth generation of her family to live the area, will talk about Jewish immigration to Biddeford and Saco, the evolving role of women, the role of Jewish business owners, the establishment of Congregation Etz Chaim and more.
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Graduation ceremonies set for Biddeford, Old Orchard Beach, Saco
This year, there will be traditional ceremonies outside, on each of the schools’ football fields.
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Late Secret Service agent who protected Bushes honored at funeral
Keith Mills of Arundel served for nearly 20 years with the U.S. Secret Service, guarding both Bush presidents and their families while in Kennebunkport and during travels.
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York County explores options for use of $40 million in American Rescue Plan funds
Opioid recovery efforts, providing mental health services and transportation needs were discussed, as county commissioners await specific guidance on how they can use the money.
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The Ecology School in Saco celebrates completion of green campus at River Bend Farm
A total of 712 solar panels placed over the south-facing leach field and throughout the orchards will produce 330,000 kWh per year, equivalent to removing 49.5 cars from the road each year, school officials say.
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Saco sweets: Maine Needham Company turns ’em out in several flavors
Besides the beloved original, there’s espresso, maple, blueberry and on special occasions, peppermint stick.
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Small businesses, farms, eligible for energy audits
SMPDC has received a $100,000 grant to perform 15 or more energy audits, designed to discover where efficiencies could be made to save energy and money.
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Walk-in vaccination available at Sanford clinic April 29, 30 and May 1
Schedule is 5-8 p.m. Thursday, 8 a.m. to noon Friday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.
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Volunteers welcome and needed at Sanford vaccine clinic, organizers say
Here’s what I observed when I volunteered for a few hours last week, along with some perspective from others. It’s fun, positive, and I’ll do it again.
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Saco City Council signs Army Corps partnership letter
At the same time, a resolve sponsored by former councilor and state Rep. Lynn Copeland would see the state become the non-federal sponsor of the project to remedy erosion at Camp Ellis.