ARUNDEL — The excitement is mounting as the Biddeford-Saco Rotary Club gears up for its highly anticipated second annual Fashion Soirée Event, set to take place on May 2, from 5-9 p.m. at the Maine Classic Car Museum in Arundel. Building upon the success of last year’s event, organizers said in a press release that […]
Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
News from Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach from Mainely Media.
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Obituary: Edna M. Foster
SACO — Edna May Foster, 93, of Saco, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at the Wardwell Retirement Community in Saco. She was born in Milltown, New Brunswick on Nov. 27, 1930, a daughter of Wallace and Genevra (Beck) Pettingale. She spent part of her youth growing up in Biddeford, then in Old Orchard […]
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Obituary: William R. White
BIDDEFORD — William R. White of Biddeford, Maine, passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31, at the age of 71. He is survived by his brother Douglas and sister-in-law Barbara; his two nieces Kendra C. White and Jennifer A. Bravo (White); his two grandnieces Lila and Ruthie Bravo ages 7 and 4; and, his wife […]
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Obituary: Carole C. Bryan, 1939-2024
OLD ORCHARD BEACH — Carole Conchitta Bryan, 84, of 9 Carlton Ave., passed away peacefully on April 4, 2024, at her home with her family by her side. She was born in Portland on Oct. 23, 1939, the daughter of Leo and Elsie (Garneau) Cote. Carole graduated from South Portland High School. Carole and her […]
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From Augusta: Affording medical, veterinary, and dental school
Due to an aging population and a retired workforce, Maine urgently needs more doctors, dentists and veterinarians. As the Senate chair of the Health Coverage, Insurance, and Financial Services Committee, I often hear about health care worker shortages. Although many people have health insurance, they may still have to wait months or travel long distances […]
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Biddeford Marching Arts head to state , New England finals
BIDDEFORD — The Biddeford High School Marching Arts program, which consists of the Blizzard Winds and Blackout Percussion ensemble, has taken the community by storm with its exceptional journey this winter season, according to a school statement. These talented musicians are met with awe and applause from those who witness their outstanding performance themed around […]
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Introducing Sophie Smith, new executive director of Dyer Library/Saco Museum
A lifelong reader originally from Cumberland, Smith comes to Saco from York Public Library.
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Mil rate, capital improvements set to decrease in initial OOB FY 2025 budget
Under Town Manager Diana Asanza’s proposed budget, the mil rate is projected to decrease by less than a percentage point – but the town is still collecting property value assessments, which could change the total taxable valuation.
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Community News, April 11
OOB Alumni Scholarship Spring Oldies Dance takes place April 20 The annual OOB Alumni Scholarship Spring Oldies Dance is happening Saturday, April 20 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Birdie’s Grill & Tavern in Old Orchard Beach. Mark Andrews, former local wedding and radio DJ comes out of retirement playing oldies from the 50’s to […]
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Biddeford community iftar, Muslims and non-Muslims celebrate
For the third year in a row, Eisha Khan and her partner Liam LaFountain have hosted an iftar dinner to celebrate Ramadan with the wider community.