Vote by mail is simple. Vote by mail is safe. Vote by mail is secure. It’s a sad statement of our current political affairs that I must write a defense of our Democratic institutions. For some reason, voting by mail is becoming a partisan issue. With most Democrats supporting it, while many Republicans are lining […]
Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
News from Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach from Mainely Media.
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Thornton Academy senior receives public service scholarship
SACO — A senior at Thornton Academy has received a public service scholarship for his commitment to helping others. Brady Forbes of Saco, was recognized with a $500 scholarship from Senator Justin Chenette’s nonprofit scholarship fund. The Spirit of Service Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior who has demonstrated a passion for helping others, […]
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OOB food pantry open
The Old Orchard Beach United Methodist Church Food Pantry is open and has lots of food to give away to those in need. The food pantry, located at the corner of Fountain Avenue and Washington Avenue in Old Orchard Beach, is open from 9 to 11 a.m. on Monday and Wednesday.
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Carlow, Mendros in GOP primary race for House District 16
District includes parts of Saco and Buxton, and all of Hollis.
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‘Welcome home’ to Vietman vet at Wreaths Across America exhibit
Mobile display features WAA mission: Remember, honor, teach.
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Palace Playland to open arcade July 1
Amusement park hopes to open more fully soon.
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Free digital classes offered
The National Digital Equity Center is now offering digital literacy and computer skills classes online statewide. Classes are free and cover a range of topics including For Work and Business, For Home and Education, and Aging Well with Technology. All classes are taught through live webinar sessions by local instructors, helping Maine’s underserved populations learn […]
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From Augusta
Supporting small businesses the York County way
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Maine Water to Begin $750,000 water main replacement project in Saco
SACO — Maine Water will be replacing 1,500 feet of water main on Stockman Avenue and Lucille Street in Saco starting this week. The water main being replaced was originally installed in the 1940s and 1950s and is 2 inches in diameter. The $750,000 project includes replacement of the main to 8-inch diameter ductile iron, […]
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Libby Memorial Library in Old Orchard Beach will re-open with limited access
On July 1, the Libby Memorial Library in Old Orchard Beach will re-open the building to limited public access with the following restrictions in place: 1) There will be no more than five patrons allowed in the Library at any one time 2) There will be specified time limits for patron library visits — 30 […]