Congresswoman Chellie Pingree and U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack held a roundtable discussion in Portland in the wake of the Dec. 18 storm.
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Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Mayor’s Minute: Volunteers needed for Saco boards and commissions
Residents of Saco, first let me start by thanking you for allowing me to represent you as mayor. It’s an honor to work with everyone to help lead our great city. It is something we can and will do together. It will take a team effort and we want to make sure everyone is represented. […]
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Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Scarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Mark Jones transitions to CEO role at Saco & Biddeford Savings
At the start of the New Year, Mark Jones began leading Saco & Biddeford Savings as CEO and president as current CEO, Bob Quentin, transitions to retirement. Jones joined SBSI in 1985, after completing his education at the University of Southern Maine. During his time with the bank, he has gained progressively greater responsibilities. As […]
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From Augusta: Back to session
On Jan. 3, the 131st Maine State Legislature returned to the State House to begin the Second Regular Session. During this session, my colleagues and I will work on hundreds of bills carried over from last year, including my bill LD 444, “An Act to Designate First Responders and Other Public Safety Professionals as a […]
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Letters to the Editor Jan. 11
Lincoln Village should go through To the editor, What a mess in the Saco government concerning the Lincoln Village project. The project would provide much needed housing at work force housing prices. I am a realtor – try finding a new home in Saco for the low 300’s. What could go wrong? A local nimby […]
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Pope Francis calls for a universal ban on surrogacy, saying it exploits mother and child
The pontiff called the practice ‘despicable’ as he included the ‘commercialization’ of pregnancy in a speech listing threats to global peace and human dignity.
Posted inCops & Courts, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Turner woman admits to federal gun crimes
The defendant is reported to have bought more than 50 guns for other people.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine’s adult-use cannabis sales continue to grow, but the market is getting crowded
Sales hit $217 million in 2023, a 36% increase over the previous year, although some store owners believe saturation will lead to the closure of some businesses.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Kennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
York County inks deputization agreement with municipalities
ALFRED – Law enforcement officers in a number of York County municipalities have taken the step of being deputized with the York County Sheriff’s Office. Now, a new agreement between York County government and participating municipalities clarifies procedures, responsibilities, and liabilities. Deputization of municipal police officers has been ongoing for some time. It is separate […]
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Firefighters look to decrease cancer incidents, increase early detection
January is Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month.
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