October brings leaf peeping, hayrides in apple orchards, and Halloween spirit. What you may not know is that October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Nationally, one in four women and one in seven men have been the victim of severe physical violence by an intimate partner. Such violence affects more than 12 million people […]
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News from Biddeford, Saco and Old Orchard Beach from Mainely Media.
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Challengers run against incumbents in Old Orchard Beach election
Three candidates are running for two seats in both the School Board and Town Council race.
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From Augusta: Taking action to combat climate change
The new school year is well underway, and along with adjusting to hectic schedules, starting new after-school activities and taking adorable back-to-school photos (my wife and I took more than a few of our new kindergartner), we were hit with a reminder of how much climate change is already impacting our lives. Several schools across […]
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In the Know: October is Fire Prevention Month
The Great Chicago Fire began on Oct. 8, 1871, and burned for 27 hours eventually ending on Oct. 9, resulting in the death of 300 people. This fire left 90,000 people homeless and destroyed 17,400 structures. In 1911, on the 40th anniversary of this tragic event, the Fire Marshal’s Association of North America began an […]
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Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center 2023 Hall of Fame recipients
BIDDEFORD — The Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center has announced the sixth annual Biddeford Hall of Fame Award Winners for 2023, honoring those who have made significant contributions to the city and/or to the world at large. A ceremony was held Sept. 23 in the Biddeford City Hall Council Chambers to recognize the award recipients. […]
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Obituary: Rev. Dr. Victor F. Scalise Jr.
SEATTLE, Wash. — Rev. Dr. Victor F. Scalise Jr. died of pancreatic cancer on Sept. 15, 2023, at his home in Seattle, Washington, at the age of 91. Vic, to those who knew him, was born in Norwalk, Connecticut on May 21, 1932, to Rev. Victor and Adelina (Filandino) Scalise and was the younger brother […]
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Finding a solution for coastal erosion at Camp Ellis topic of recent conference
Save Our Shores Saco Bay announced that the city is currently reviewing a draft project partnership agreement from the Army Corps of Engineers that aims to mitigate coastal erosion at Camp Ellis.
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Community news and events
Commit to Be Fit this Fall The Southern Maine Agency on Aging is keeping the heat up as the weather gets cooler with virtual exercise and yoga classes. These classes are drop-in, making them flexible to people’s schedules and desired regimens. Gentle Exercise classes meet once a week on Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m. […]
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Biddeford Police Department to acquire canine unit to combat drug crime
Beset by staffing issues, Police Chief JoAnne Fisk also spoke about efforts to bolster the force.
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University of New England launches comprehensive fundraising campaign ‘Doing Our Part’
BIDDEFORD — The University of New England has launched its comprehensive fundraising campaign, “Doing Our Part.” UNE President James Herbert made the official campaign launch announcement at halftime during the University’s Homecoming football game against the University of Rochester on Saturday, Sept. 23. “Doing Our Part” represents a profoundly transformational moment for UNE, in which […]