OLD ORCHARD BEACH — Many residents in the Washington Avenue neighborhood are hoping the town of Old Orchard Beach can receive federal funding for sewer upgrades. The Old Orchard Beach Town Council Chambers were packed Tuesday night for a public hearing regarding a grant the town is applying for to fund water, sewer and storm water and […]
2018
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Reaccreditation ‘an affirmation’ at St. Thomas School
SANFORD — Forty-five years ago, a new parochial elementary school was formed in Sanford. Now, St. Thomas School, with 192 students from pre-Kindergarten through grade eight, is not only marking that milestone anniversary, it is celebrating its reaccreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges. The school received word of the reaccreditation in […]
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Nor’easter Quinn pummels York County with a fury
YORK COUNTY — The nor’easter called Quinn is now relegated to the annals of history, but for those struggling to dig out in its aftermath, the storm made a significant impact in the lives of residents of York County. Blanketing the area with more than a foot of wet, heavy snow and strong winds, the […]
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YMCA receives grant from United Way
BIDDEFORD — The YMCA of Southern Maine’s child care center has been awarded a two-year grant totaling $17,000 from United Way of York County. The early childhood program, with locations on Enterprise Drive and Pomerleau Street, provides a nurturing and supportive learning environment for 88 children in six classrooms. The full-day program includes activities designed to […]
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Plans to rebuild at Province Lake Golf Club
PARSONSFIELD — The manager of Province Lake Golf Club says the golf course is undamaged and there are plans to rebuild the restaurant after a fire swept through it, the pro shop and the clubhouse Wednesday night. Sabin Beckwith, the property, food and beverage manager for the 100-year-old golf club said construction of a new […]
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Biddeford Saco Restaurant Week starts Sunday
BIDDEFORD — For those looking to tantalize their tastebuds, a visit to Biddeford and Saco next week will be just the ticket. Biddeford + Saco Restaurant Week starts Sunday and continues through Saturday, March 17. Special events throughout the week will highlight local bars and restaurants. All are invited to submit an entry form at […]
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Maine’s top youth wrestlers ready to take on New England’s best
WESTBROOK — The best high school wrestlers in New England met in Providence one week ago, but this weekend it will be all about the future of the sport as the Youth New England Wrestling Championships are set for Saturday and Sunday. There will be 109 youth wrestlers from Maine heading down to North Andover, […]
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Marchand scores with 22 seconds left, Bruins beat Flyers
By DOUG ALDEN Associated Press BOSTON — Brad Marchand scored with 22 seconds left to lift the Boston Bruins over the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 on Thursday night for their fifth straight win. Marchand and David Pastrnak swiped at the rebound off a shot from the point by Zdeno Chara, and the puck slowly trickled behind […]
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Irving returns to carry Celtics past Timberwolves 117-109
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Kyrie Irving returned from a one-game absence to help Boston fend off Minnesota, finishing with 23 points, seven rebounds and eight assists to pace the Celtics in a 117-109 victory over the Timberwolves on Thursday night. Al Horford added 20 points, eight rebounds, six assists and tough defense on Karl-Anthony Towns for […]
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Nunez likely to start Red Sox opener at 2B as Pedroia heals
FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) — Eduardo Nunez is likely to be the opening-day second baseman for the Boston Red Sox while Dustin Pedroia recovers from offseason knee surgery. “He’s a guy that he can play a lot of positions, but we know the situation we’re in and we know where Dustin is,” manager Alex Cora […]