The Maine Masonic Charitable Foundation will be providing up to $50,000 through a special matching grant initiative for Ukrainian relief, designated to help Ukrainian people who are living through the devastation and tragedies from war in their country. Grand Master Richard M. Nadeau said, “we’ve heard from so many that want to help our friends […]
Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
News from Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach from Mainely Media.
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ecomaine announces call for proposals for waste diversion grants in Maine schools
ecomaine has launched its call for schools in its member communities to propose projects focused on waste diversion for up to $5,000 in funding. Projects that focus on waste reduction or reuse, recycling, or composting are all eligible for consideration. The deadline for proposals is Monday, May 16. Schools, including those from pre-K to secondary […]
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Saco Main Street holds commedy show March 26
Saco Main Street has taken elements of its ever-popular Cabin Fevah Relievah and paired it with our legendary “Night of Laughs” Comedy Show to create one unforgettable night of laughs and entertainment on Saturday, March 26 at 7 p.m. at River Winds Farm and Events Center in Saco. SACO — This 21 + Comedy show, […]
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‘Irish eyes are smiling’ as that country’s tricolor flies over Biddeford
The traditional Irish flag raising marking St. Patrick’s Day continues.
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As COVID cases decrease, Casavant urges continued respect and concern for others
Support local businesses, consider the impact COVID has had, and wear a mask if requested, Casavant urged in a March 14 outreach to residents.
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Biddeford okays 3-year school superintendent agreement with Saco
Each community retains their own school board and each school department their own policies, but there have been collaborations and savings, Ray said.
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Biddeford to examine ways to aid homeless
There were 24 people counted as homeless in the city in a January survey for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Nature helps to ease us from winter to spring
“It is the life of the crystal, the architect of the flake, the fire of the frost, the soul of the sunbeam. This crisp winter air is full of it. “ — John Burroughs As winter continues to display its many different moods, we live with the knowledge that spring is once again just a […]
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Sen. Bailey presents legislative sentiment to Old Orchard Beach dispatcher
Dispatcher Amanda Marden of Old Orchard Beach helped an Old Orchard Beach family deliver a healthy baby boy over the phone
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Getting help filing your taxes, collecting unclaimed property
It’s that time of year again. The snow is (almost) melting, and the days are getting longer. It’s also time for Mainers to file their taxes. While no one enjoys filing their taxes, I hope to share some information that can help you through this process. This can be a stressful time of year, but […]