SACO — Grace Murphy wasn’t sure she liked marching band when she tried it out at Old Orchard Beach High School in ninth grade, but her decision to keep with it through college has greatly impacted her entire life. Murphy, a Saco resident whose father previously taught at Old Orchard Beach High School, said she […]
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Vachon ready to prove she’s TA safety net
SACO – Madison Vachon knew a few years would pass before her time came. As a young goalkeeper in the Thornton Academy field hockey program, especially one who didn’t start playing the position until high school, patience is a virtue. “I’ve waited and waited. I’m just really excited. I want to show people what I […]
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Sweetser’s Cycle/Stroll supports suicide prevention
SACO — On Sunday, Sweetser’s Cycle or Stroll for Suicide Prevention event brought community members together to promote education and awareness for those who may suffer with suicidal thoughts. People gathered at Sweetser’s headquarters on Moody Street in Saco to participate in a walk or bicycle ride along the Eastern Trail. Before they headed off, Sweetser employees and volunteers talked about the […]
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George Washington University junior wins intern award
SACO — After completing a 10-week internship at Educate Maine, Meredith Duffy, a Saco native, discovered she came in fourth place for WayUp’s top 100 interns in the country this year. Duffy, who is beginning her junior year at George Washington University in Washington D.C., is a communications major with a minor in journalism. She […]
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Band is back together at BHS
BIDDEFORD — Biddeford High School’s marching band, after a 10-year hiatus, began practice last wee. It’s comprised of a group of passionate students who are ready to learn and have fun. Right now, the marching band is working on its fall show, which will be performed on Nov. 2. Christopher Ferrell, BHS’s marching band director, […]
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River Jam ideas flowing in advance of festival
BIDDEFORD — River Jam Festival will be held Sept. 20 and Sept. 21 this year in Biddeford, with the Fringe Fest taking over Main Street for on Friday night and offering a diverse mix of performances from Korean pop to hip-hop to soul. From 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20, Fringe Fest, hosted […]
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Biddeford’s first escape room a real mind game
BIDDEFORD — Ingenious Escape Games celebrated its grand opening on Aug. 10, and it’s now open on weekends for anyone who wants to give live puzzle-solving a try. Located on 145 Main St, Biddeford, Ingenious Escape Games offers a new interactive challenge for the mind, said owner Javi Kalback. Kalback has owned Portsmouth Escape Games […]
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All-stars spend summer making memories
BIDDEFORD – The motto heading into the summer for the Biddeford Little League Softball All-Stars was to put in the work and the fun will follow. The dozen 8 to 10-year-olds on the roster bought into the philosophy and made memories that will last a lifetime. “I am so proud of the girls,” said Biddeford […]