ALFRED — Although the review of the proposed York County government budget is in its initial stages, if it is approved as written, the $19.4 million spending plan represents a modest $128,000 increase to municipalities. However, because of how the municipalities are valued, some communities would see increases in their county assessment, while others would […]
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Collectors flock to southern Maine for chance to own part of history
BIDDEFORD — People are drawn to an auction of famous memorabilia for a variety of reasons. An item may take them back to their childhood, or the person to which it originally belonged is a favorite, and having a piece of history is a dream come true. For Mike Long of Biddeford, seeing a sombrero […]
Students reveal hidden aspects of themselves
WELLS — It became an interesting, introspective assignment not only for a group of fourth-grade students but also for their teachers at Wells Elementary School. It became a project to reveal hidden characteristics and yearnings to be someone not yet outwardly recognized as such by others. In March, students of Beth Bush, Melissa Stapleton and […]
Cheese bread bowls are a fabulous feast
This recipe is so creamy, satisfying and perfect as an accompaniment to any protein or simply on its own. With a garlic toast crust that you can bake to your preference, the spaghetti squash shines through the cheese sauce and everything comes together perfectly. Easy and tasty, It’s just that simple! Ingredients: Butter flavored nonstick […]
Home Sweet Home Depot and all the renovations
I ’m approaching a stop sign when a loud thud resounds from somewhere in the back of my car, followed by a sharp clanging of metal. No, there isn’t a body back there and pieces of fender aren’t falling off. I just have half of Home Depot in my trunk. I’m convinced that the many […]
A case of the Easter Mondays
I n the weeks leading up to the holiday that celebrates Jesus’ resurrection and all things Peeps, I’d been asking, “But why Easter Monday?” We’d received word that our oldest boy would have two school vacation days tied to Easter – the preceding Friday and the following Monday, Easter Monday. My husband and I totally […]