William Doyle points out the CDC recommends people wear masks, become vaccinated, and boosted when eligible.
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Saco Middle School announces January Student of the Month award winner
SACO — Vuk Tomic was named the Saco Middle School Student of the Month in January. His teachers recognized Vuk for his positive attitude and his willingness to go above and beyond in both his schoolwork and his dedication to others. School administrators noted how kind and respectful he is towards his teachers and peers, […]
Biddeford COVID-19 test site accepting drop-ins
BIDDEFORD — Those looking for a COVID-19 test at the drive-thru testing site at Five Points Shopping Center at 420 Alfred St. may now get one without an appointment. The PCR tests are free. The site is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (last test is at 3:55 p.m.) Monday through Friday. Those who prefer […]
Biddeford man wanted for violent assault on woman arrested
David Matos is also charged with shooting at a man in December and shooting at people in a car on Feb. 4.
BSOOB Transit, Amalgamated Transit Union Local 714 reach collective bargaining agreement
The new top rate for a bus operator will increase to $23 per hour.
Obituary: Roger J. Ciufo
SACO — Roger J. Ciufo, 92, passed away Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. He was born in Ludlow, Vermontt, on May 19, 1929, the son of Alexander and Lena Marro Ciufo. He married the love of his life, Phyllis Valente, Aug. 16, 1958, at St. Peter’s Church in Rutland, Vermont. Roger graduated from Black River High […]
Red Cross blood supply at lowest levels in a decade
The organization asks people to donate.
Letters to the editor, Feb. 3
Vote no on election referendum To the editor, In response to Representative Nathan Carlow’s letter last week: It looks like people will soon be out in force collecting signatures for a referendum with the deceptive name of “Protect Maine Elections.” Representative Carlow makes this sound like a noble cause. But if you have been following […]
Democrat announces he will challenge Pingree for 1st Congressional District seat
Aaron Amede still has to secure at least 1,000 signatures to get on the primary ballot.
Age Friendly Saco debuts new seniors medical ride program
Got transportation challenges? Saco residents 65 and older can get a no-cost ride to their medical provider in a new pilot program starting Feb. 1.