Jen Fletcher, an elementary band director, will march in the 2022 Rose Parade.
South Portland Sentry
News from and about South Portland from Mainely Media.
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Community News – Recycling firm unveils database of sustainable holiday tree disposal options
In order to promote sustainable options for disposal of trees following the holidays, ecomaine, the Portland-based recycling and waste management firm, has published an online tool with solutions and locations for tree drop-off or collection. “We wanted to come up with a way to stick to the solid waste hierarchy and keep more waste out […]
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Letters to the Editor
Dial down the rhetoric To the editor, Recent comments on the Friends of Willard Beach Facebook page responding to the South Portland park ranger’s post about new signage regarding the ordinance governing dogs on the beach are troubling, and suggest a lack of good faith. One calls the signs “pollution,” another suggests they will soon […]
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Age Friendly South Portland – Sand buckets available for seniors
Age Friendly South Portland, in partnership with the South Portland Public Works Department, is once again hosting the Sand Buckets for Seniors program this coming winter season. Last season’s Sand Buckets for Seniors program in South Portland served more than 250 residents. successful program that served more than 250 residents. For more information or to […]
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A Window on the Past – Janet Kandoian, beloved teacher at Willard School and Brown School
“Ms. K” (as she is fondly called by her students) is one of those special teachers that former students would frequently return to visit. For Janet Kandoian not only taught her students the prescribed subjects for fourth and fifth grade, but she also taught her students about life – how to work together and build […]
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Santa Clause arrives at Maine Mall
Santa has been spotted at The Maine Mall in South Portland. You have until Dec. 24 to get a picture taken with Father Christmas. Want your pet in the picture as well? The mall will be offering special nights until Dec. 20 to bring your pet in to get a picture with Santa as well. […]
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Accolades for South Portland’s new fire station
South Portland fire department’s newly designed building recognized by Firehouse magazine.
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Toy drive delivers to South Portland children
Volunteers from all sectors of the community rally to assist families.
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A Window on the Past – Helena H. Dyer, South Portland second-grade teacher and principal
When we set out to document the life of the much-loved school teacher and principal, Helena H. Dyer, we didn’t realize that this would turn out to be another example of what a small and close-knit community we have. When I first contacted our volunteer genealogist, Jackie Dunham, the initial question was – what was […]
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Letters to the Editor
City won’t tolerate hatred To the editor, Recently, a menorah that was erected by a synagogue in South Portland was vandalized by cowards in the dark of night during this sacred and holy season of many faiths. We stand in solidarity with our Jewish siblings and we the people, and proud residents of our great […]