May 2018
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Privacy can be protected with a little effort
You leave your home, get in your car and drive off to shop, go to the bank and say hello to a friend. As usual, in the rear view mirror, you see a car following you. It’s not the same car every day, but one’s always there. The vehicle never comes close, and the driver […]
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History lessons you don’t know
“Lived on through another May Day!” The guys at the philosophy counter turned to see who it was. Windy Wilson, of course. He meandered into their midst and sat and flipped over a cup to the upright and fillable position. “We sure did, Windy,” said Doc, smiling, “but I hadn’t thought we were in much […]
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Scouts join Sanford Rotary Club members in tree-planting project
SANFORD — As part of the Sanford Rotary Club’s sustainable service initiative, their goal is to plant a tree representing every Rotary member to highlight the organization’s commitment to protecting the environment and curbing climate change. Leading this local collaborative effort on April 22 was Lawerence Furbish from Sanford Rotary. Proper planting directions and optimum […]
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Suspect faces new charges after 20-mile chase
WATERBORO — A suspect in a Lyman robbery that took place April 22 is back behind bars after a 20-mile, low-speed chase in Waterboro on Thursday. Travis Dewitt, 36, of Lyman was arrested and faces felony charges of eluding a police officer and violation of bail conditions after a “chase” that began around 6 a.m. […]
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Proposed licensing ordinance irks sober house owners
SANFORD — The co-owner of Journey House Sober Living told the Sanford City Council on Tuesday that a proposed business licensing program would mean the end of facilities such as their own in the city. “If this ordinance goes through there will be no recovery houses in Sanford,” said Eric Skillings. Journey House opened two […]
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Biddeford sewer installation closes portion of Graham Street
BIDDEFORD — Motorists thinking of a drive down Graham Street are going to have to make alternative plans. For several weeks, a portion of Graham Street in Biddeford has been closed to motorists as a construction crew has been working to replace stormwater and sewage pipes in the area. The Biddeford City Council awarded the […]
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More outdoor dining to come to Biddeford
BIDDEFORD — A new state law, and a new ordinance passed by Biddeford City Council on Tuesday, means that Biddeford diners may have more opportunities to enjoy meals alfresco. Early this year, the Legislature passed a bill, LD 1738, sponsored by State Sen. Susan Deschambault, D-Biddeford, that allows communities to pass a measure that gives […]