Dina is Executive Editor for the Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, the Kennebunk Post, the Scarborough Leader and the South Portland-Cape Elizabeth Sentry. She is a born and bred Mainer living in Saco.
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PublishedFebruary 7, 2023
St. James Teacher in Biddeford receives Catholic Extension grant
BIDDEFORD — Estelle Beauchesne, a third-grade teacher at St. James School in Biddeford, has received a $1,000 grant from Catholic Extension, an organization dedicated to providing financial support across the country to ensure vibrant faith communities. Beauchesne received the grant as the result of her nomination for the 2023 Lumen Christi Award, given annually to […]
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PublishedFebruary 7, 2023
Obituary: Therese Gilbert Delage, Feb. 9, 1923 – Feb. 4, 2023
SACO — Therese Delage passed away peacefully at her home at Huntington Common in Kennebunk in the very early morning hours of Feb. 4, 2023, just five days before what would have been her 91st birthday. Therese was born on Feb. 9, 1932, to Albert and Beatrice (Metayer) Gilbert at home in Biddeford and grew […]
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2023
Sen. Bailey welcomes Saco kindergartener to the State House
AUGUSTA — On Feb. 2, Sen. Donna Bailey, D-Saco, welcomed Young School kindergartener Nolan Watson and his family, to the State House. Sen. Bailey presented a legislative sentiment to Nolan in recognition of his heroic action alerting his family that their home was on fire. “Nolan’s decisive, quick action sets an excellent example for all […]
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2023
Traditional marine paper charts are being phased out
Many recreational boaters are not aware that traditional Marine Navigation Charts will be phased out by Jan. 1, 2025 and will no longer be updated or available for purchase. The sunset plan announced in 2019 by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has already been implemented in parts of the Great Lakes and in certain […]
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2023
TA’s Orchestra Pops promises ‘rocking’ show
SACO — Thornton Academy’s Pops Orchestra takes the stage on Saturday, Feb. 11 with “I Love Rock and Roll,” a rock-themed performance featuring electric guitar, electric violin, and drum solos. Selections include Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Ozzy Osborn’s “Crazy Train,” and the Nirvana hit “Teen Spirit.” The 35 members of the orchestra will wear rock themed […]
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2023
From Augusta: Making way for psilocybin therapy
During the 130th Legislature, you may recall that I sponsored LD 1582, “An Act to Enact the Maine Psilocybin Services Act.” Although the Maine Senate passed the bill, the Maine House rejected it. As a lawmaker who has previously served in the House and who currently serves in the Senate, I know that some bills […]
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2023
UNE welcomes renowned artist Nikki Lindt as annual Connections Lecture speaker
BIDDEFORD — Prominent New York City-based artist Nikki Lindt will be the speaker for the University of New England’s annual Connections Lecture series, according to a university press release. The discussion, “Nikki Lindt: Recording the Unseen World Beneath Us,” will be held on UNE’s Biddeford Campus at noon on March 9. The Connections Lecture series, […]
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2023
Councilor Corner: Scarborough Town Council Committees formed for 2023
With the new year upon us, our council committees are ready to hit the ground running. This year the council will be ushering in quite a bit of change. Each council member has been appointed to at least one committee that they did not serve last year. Additionally, all but one of our council committees […]
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PublishedFebruary 6, 2023
In the Know: Community comes together for 11th Annual Rally for Fuel Assistance
The Town of Scarborough, Public Safety & Fire Departments, Scarborough Library, and Project GRACE and friends will host their 11th annual fuel assistance fundraiser. The “Rally to Keep Our Neighbors Warm” will be held at Public Safety and Town Hall on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 10 a.m. to noon to raise critical funds to help […]
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PublishedFebruary 2, 2023
Obituary: Kenneth Paradis
OLD TOWN and OLD ORCHARD — It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our brother, Kenny, on Jan. 30, 2023, after a brief illness. Kenny was born No. 20, 1932, the fifth child of Louis J. and Melvina (Duplessis) Paradis. He grew up in Old Town, graduating from Old Town High […]
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