BIDDEFORD — The newly-formed Biddeford Youth Advisory Council, made up of students in grades 9 to 12, was sworn in during the Biddeford City Council meeting on Aug. 6. The five young peoplel spent the afternoon prior to the meeting doing some team-building exercises and learning about what leadership involves, said Danica Lamontagne, Biddeford’s communications […]
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Book Sale nears in Old Orchard Beach
Old Orchard Beach — Join the Friends of the Libby Library for a Book Sale/Yard Sale on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 16 and Aug. 17 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Friends offer books, games, puzzles and other ephemera under $2 per piece. The Yard Sale will consist of donated household items, sports equipment […]
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Biddeford roaster introduces CBD-infused coffee
BIDDEFORD — Maine Coast Roast, one of Biddeford’s first coffee roasters, introduced its new CBD-infused coffee on Saturday, Aug. 3, offering free samples to visitors. From 9 a.m. to noon, customers could try Maine Coast Roast’s new product and receive information about who uses CBD, or Cannabidiol, which is found in hemp plants and believed […]
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Biddeford kindergarten center gets new top administrator
BIDDEFORD — Rico Mariello, the successor to Lindsey Nadeau as John F. Kennedy Memorial School’s early childhood coordinator, said he’s ready to take on his new duties as administrator. Nadeau is the new principal at Biddeford Intermediate School. Before taking the position, Mariello was the service coordinator at Biddeford Intermediate School, and previously taught at […]
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Businesses sign Pledge to America’s Workers
BIDDEFORD — Three Maine companies signed the Pledge to America’s Workers at Sterling Rope Company in Biddeford with Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt present last Wednesday. The Pledge to America’s Workers is a commitment to expanding programs that educate, train and reskill American workers from high school to later in their careers, according to […]
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Saco Little League team wins state title
SACO — Playing the same team three times in one tournament has its advantages and disadvantages. The Saco Little League Baseball team did its best to expose their advantages as they beat Standish 2-0 in the championship game of the Maine state tournament for 8 to 10-year olds in Westbrook. The teams faced each other […]
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ShuttleBus-Zoom to launch enhanced routes, expanded service
SACO – Starting Thursday, Aug. 1, York County commuters will find their ticket to ride as ShuttleBus-Zoom launches its new “Pulse” system featuring enhanced routes and expanded local service. The hub of the new system will be the Saco Transportation Center which will serve as ShuttleBus-Zoom’s operations center for all routes and connections. Transit staff members will […]
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Food drive aids Saco pantry, students in need
SACO — Family Eye Care is accepting food donations until July 31 for the Saco Food Pantry and offering discounts on eyeglasses to those who donate. Since June 1, patients have been able to bring nonperishable food to Family Eye Care’s office. Dr. Juliann Kandra, owner of the practice, said that those who bring in […]
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Biddeford composting bins reduce waste, save money
BIDDEFORD – The Solid Waste and Recycling Commission in Biddeford is teaching residents how to become better recyclers with the city’s new composting program and zero-sort recycling flyers. Beginning in May, residents have been able to purchase a small container, called the Sure Close Compost Pail at the Biddeford Recycling Center on Hill Road to […]
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Alpaca farm welcomes newest resident
BIDDEFORD – Last Monday, East Coast Alpacas welcomed a curly white-fibered newborn that visitors will get the chance to meet during this year’s Maine Open Farm Day. The local farm will participate in the annual celebration of Maine agriculture on July 28. East Coast Alpacas will be open for Biddeford visitors and residents to get […]