SACO — George E. Macomber, 90, of Saco, passed away Monday, Oct. 27, 2014 at home. He was born on May 29, 1924 in Saco, a son of Carl and Blanche Macomber. He was educated in Saco schools. George was employed by H & B in Saco and Sanborn’s Express in Scarborough for many years. […]
October 2014
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Name sought for new pedestrian bridge
The Biddeford+Saco Chamber of Commerce’s Executive Director Craig Pendleton is leaning toward a name with broad appeal that is historical. I personally hand-delivered my choice: “THE FRENCH CONNECTION.” Have you submitted yours? Paul Therrien, Biddeford
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Sanford to extend voting hours Thursday
From Staff Reports SANFORD — Those who wish to vote absentee or need to register to vote can take advantage of extended hours at the city clerk’s office on Thursday, Oct. 30. City Clerk Sue Cote said the clerk’s office will be open until 7 p.m. that evening, instead of closing at the usual time […]
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Kerry expresses solidarity with Canada
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is in Canada to offer condolences and express solidarity with the country following last week’s terrorist attacks. Kerry arrived in Ottawa on Tuesday on his first trip to Canada since taking office and was headed to the National War Memorial to lay a wreath in […]
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Fireworks made homecoming extra-special success
I hope you were able to attend the recent homecoming game. Our kids enjoyed a remarkable spirit week at the high school; what better way to cap off the week than with Friday Night Lights? Around here, “Friday Night Lights” usually means that Waterhouse Field is aglow with the unmistakable pure, white gleam of hundreds […]
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SAD 51 wants input on future of Cumberland, N. Yarmouth schools
CUMBERLAND — The Strategic Planning Committee of School Administrative District 51 will hold a community dialogue meeting on Monday, Nov. 10, to discuss with Superintendent Jeff Porter the district’s focus for the next few years. The event, to be held at Greely Middle School, will start with light appetizers and beverages at 5:15 p.m., followed […]
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Falmouth Police Beat: Oct. 30
Arrests 10/21 at 11:47 a.m. Isaiah Wortham, 36, of Stevens Avenue, Portland, was arrested on Gray Road by Officer Dean Mazziotti on an outstanding warrant from another agency. Summonses No criminal summonses were reported from Oct. 17-24. Fire calls 10/17 at 10:30 a.m. Fire alarm on Foreside Road. 10/18 at 2 p.m. Motor vehicle accident on […]
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Portland Sports Roundup
Basketball shooting clinic upcoming There will be a shooting clinic for girls’ basketball players in grades 3-9 Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Joseph’s College in Standish. The clinic will be headed by St. Joe’s coach Mike McDevitt and his staff and players. The fee is $35 in advance or $45 the […]
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Yarmouth Police Beat: Oct. 30
Arrests 10/26 at 1:52 a.m. Jean P. Ruzibiza, 49, of State Street, Portland, was arrested on Interstate 295 by Officer Brian Andreasen on a charge of operating under the influence. Summonses 10/25 at 4:35 p.m. A 17-year-old male, of Yarmouth, was issued a summons on West Elm Street by Officer Derek Lucas on charges of […]
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Freeport Police Beat: Oct. 30
Arrests 10/25 at 1:43 p.m. John Michaud, 26, of Park Street, was arrested on School Street by Officer Thomas Gabbard on an outstanding warrant from another agency. 10/26 at 2:50 a.m. Megan Shaw, 28, of Main Street, Westbrook, was arrested on Pownal Road by Officer Keith Norris on a charge of operating under the influence. […]