Have you ever had a moment in your life where your perception of truth dissolved? My moment came when a professor studying indigenous people in Maine visited the public library where I was working. The library had a significant native artifact on display, the professor and I chatted casually as we looked at the handiwork […]
Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
News from Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach from Mainely Media.
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Obituary: Noella Joncas
BIDDEFORD — Noella Joncas, 101, passed away on January 26, 2023 at St. Andre Health Care in Biddeford. Noella was born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, and she was educated in Sanford schools. She was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Samson) Laitres. Noella was a member of St. Joseph Church and married John P. Joncas on […]
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WinterFest in Biddeford postponed to Feb. 10-12
The change was prompted by forecasted cold weather and wind chills. Two events at City Theater scheduled for Feb. 3 and 4 will take place.
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Guest Column: Nature is as close as the nearest window
A few years ago, I cut the cord with cable TV and started using a streaming device instead. Not being much of a television viewer, I have never missed cable. The whole point of cutting the cord was to save money, and it meant having to do without the few programs I did enjoy. One […]
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Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution announces Mark Jones as president
SACO — Mark Jones has been named president of Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution. Jones stepped into the role Jan. 1 as former President 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 […]
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Schlaver appointed to Ward 5 Biddeford City Council seat
“You can see and feel a vibrancy here and I truly believe that the city on the whole is heading in a positive direction,” said Schlaver. “I’m looking forward to continuing the progress and living and working in such a wonderful place.”
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Signup now for Feb. 13 sweetheart community meal
Age Friendly Saco and Ferry Beach Retreat and Conference Center are hosting the meal.
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Biddeford’s retiring Police Chief Roger Beaupre reflects on his career
“I wanted to make this a class act,” he said of the police department. Those who know of his work say he has.
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Ruralist Lament: And the Inconvenient Ike
January brings many things, sometimes even … snow. Since Covid is officially “done with us” (though it isn’t) the Maine Agricultural Trade Show was an in-person affair this year. I went, plodding through the Augusta Civic Center among the other agri-geezers and the enthused (though doomed) “farm-business” aspirants. There were presentations on PFAS/ PFOS, irrigation, […]
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Real estate professionals see market balance ahead
The president of the York County Council of the Maine Association of Realtors said she is feeling positive about the year ahead. “My thought is it will become a more balanced market, which is always healthier,” said Teri Woods.