This year, the Maine Legislature passed a bill to install suicide barriers on the Penobscot Narrows Bridge. Research has shown that these barriers save lives, both in the immediate moment and after. Removing a method through which an individual can take this quick, irreversible action also reduces the likelihood that they will pursue suicide in […]
Biddeford-Saco-OOB Courier
News from Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach from Mainely Media.
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Thornton Academy Middle School announces first quarter honor roll
Sixth Grade First Honors Nolan Beaulieu, Jason Blain, Henry Blake, Kyla Caseley, Reese Cole, Julia Collins, Daniel Cook, Mariah Cyr, Elliott Gilg, Emma Harriman, Annika Hedlund, Jonah Hersey, Hadley Peatman, Jolene Perkins, Tessa Purvis, Ava Reichl, Paxton Rider, Shubek Singh, Maria Sylvestre, Elsa Tabor, Olivia Whitehurst, Autumn Williams, Kennedy Wirsing. Second Honors Andrew Bussell, Logan […]
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Saco Planning Department publishes accessory dwelling unit guidebook
As communities across Maine look to make progress on the issue of housing, Saco has published a guidebook to help residents better understand accessory dwelling units. The 10-page packet gives background information on ADUs, lists benefits, provides a cost/benefit worksheet, offers design and construction best practices, and links to further educational resources. “As our department […]
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Saco Police respond to concerning social media post
The post involved two juveniles from South Portland and Scarborough, according to police.
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Seeking to fill Saco Ward 6 council seat
With the election of Ward 6 Councilor Jodi MacPhail as Saco’s next mayor, The City of Saco anticipates a vacancy in the Ward 6 Council seat when newly elected officials are sworn in at the Dec. 4 inauguration. Following the Charter-prescribed process, the Saco City Council will accept letters of interest from Ward 6 residents […]
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Spirit of America awards for volunteerism bestowed
Volunteers from across York County, including people from Biddeford, Kennebunkport and Lyman were recognized by York County Commissioners recently with Spirit of America awards. Individuals and organizations are nominated for the awards by their municipalities. In Biddeford, residents Denis Letellier and Paul Gagne were recognized — Letellier for his involvement with the Biddeford Cultural and […]
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The Democrats of the Kennebunks and Arundel convene youth forum
Four Maine high schoolers shared the issues they’re passionate about, suggestions for supporting youth activists, and more.
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Saco School Board revisits Toddle Inn lease
The lease for the building that houses Saco’s pre-K program expires in May 2025, ahead of when the new Saco pre-K and kindergarten building is expected to open.
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Biddeford Ready! partners with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Program to bring free books to Biddeford families
Biddeford Ready!, a program of United Way of Southern Maine (UWSM), has partnered with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to provide high-quality books to Biddeford families with children under 5. Parents and guardians with a Biddeford zip code can sign up for the program online and receive books every month, delivered directly to their homes, at […]
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Pedestrian, dog hit in alleged hit and run in Saco
SACO — A pedestrian and their dog were allegedly hit by a vehicle in Saco which then fled the scene, Saco police said. A call reporting a hit and run of a pedestrian and their dog who were crossing a road was taken by Saco police at 6:02 p.m. on Monday. The incident took place […]