Members are discussing whether to build an addition to Biddeford High School to house Grade 8, freeing up space for smaller classes at Biddeford Middle School. The project would be paid through federal pandemic relief funds.
Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
News from Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach from Mainely Media.
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Biddeford and Saco to mark Veterans Day Nov. 11
As well, Biddeford Historical Society hosts a ceremony to mark the service of those who fought in the War of Independence on Sunday. Nov. 7.
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Mia-Claire Kezal named DAR Good Citizen by Thornton Academy
SACO — Thornton Academy senior Mia-Claire Kezal has been named as this year’s Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen. The DAR Good Citizens Award and Scholarship Contest, created in 1934, is intended to encourage and reward the qualities of good citizenship. This award recognizes and rewards individuals who possess the qualities of dependability, service, […]
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Ruralist Lament: The ghost (and) the machine
Like the few families that have lived on this place since 1780, my wife and I have farmed the sandy loam, using the tools at hand. Mostly, the tillage and soil amendment spreading have been powered by old tractors and equipment from the 1940s and ‘50s when New Deal farm policies allowed people who farmed […]
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Beyond the Headlines: Legislature builds on legacy of reform
When I first arrived in the Legislature back in 2012, campaign finance reform was still the third rail of state politics. No one wanted to touch that topic with a 10-foot pole. The political establishment on both sides of the aisle benefited from a broken system; a system that favored those with deep pockets, not […]
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Library Links: Bringing books to those who need them
Biddeford’s McArthur Library will host a talk on the subject.
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Thanks to all who contributed to Biddeford Community Gardens
Where does one begin to find the words, the language, sufficient enough to express the enormous gratitude Biddeford Community Gardens holds for the land and all the volunteers and sponsors who have contributed in providing the community places to grow food, a chance at some food security, a common ground that nourishes in oh so […]
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Ask the Realtor: Current market makes home ownership out of reach for some
Question: Marc, I see in the news how great of a Real Estate market we are in right now, what are your thoughts? Margaret L. Gorham, ME Answer: Margaret, Thank you for your question. It has been an interesting 18 months in real estate. Most Realtors have never seen a market like this. What we […]
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Chiefs say more trained fire and emergency personnel needed
Some departments have been able to hire, but those in the industry say the need for additional trained people will continue. County officials are exploring a centralized training facility that would provide an array of programs.
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Biddeford chooses experience over change for mayor
Alan Casavant wins his sixth term to lead the city.