When we older people read the paper today or listen to the news, some of us have a difficult time imagining that kids are responsible for vandalism in schools and cemeteries, that a large percentage of our youth need daily medication to make it through a day and that many youngsters are overweight. When our […]
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Births
The following births were announced at Southern Maine Medical Center in Biddeford recently: Aliya Markelle Walthall was born July 3, 2008 to Danielle Walthall of Saco. The grandmother is Mary Ellen Walthall of Saco. Zyrianna Lisa-Marie Zompa was born July 8, 2008 to Nicholas Zompa Jr. and Ashley Gaagne Biddeford. Grandparents are Sandra Rogalski, Robert […]
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Time for town to hire a manager
As Buxton searches for its next fire and police chiefs, the town should get ready to take out another help wanted ad – one seeking a town manager. The recent departures of three of the town’s department heads and the recent problems uncovered in the recreation department are an indication that it’s time for the […]
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Westbrook High School football equipment handout
Equipment fitting and handout for all Westbrook High School football players (grades 9-12) will take place on July 30 and July 31 at 7:30 p.m. at the Westbrook High School gym.
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Lobster Bowl brings together Maine's best
With high school graduation behind them and numerous college paths before them, Maine’s top senior football players will put on the helmet and pads for the last time in their high school careers on Friday night for the 19th annual Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. at Biddeford’s Waterhouse Field, […]
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Bryon Michael King
0718King Mandy-Jo St. Pierre, George King and big brother Daniel are proud to announce the birth of Bryon Michael King at Mercy Hospital on June 27, 2008 at 8:53 p.m. Bryon weighed in at 7 pounds, 11 ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. Bryon’s proud grandparents are Reginald St. Pierre Sr. and Sharon Hubbard of […]
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Pennell plays big in Gray's past and future
The 132-year-old Pennell Institute holds a special place in Gray’s history. Regardless of what the town decides to do with the property, it is certain to play a crucial role in its future. Town officials are now in the midst of gathering information on the cost of renovating the main Pennell building and its 1950-era […]
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LR Lobster Bowl cuts
BE Hoyt Bonny Eagle’s Ricky Hoyt, shown here during last season’s playoffs, will be representing the West at the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl in Biddeford on July 25. File photo LR Madura Lake Region High School’s Adam Madura looks for an opening against Cape Elizabeth last season. Madura will represent the Lakers at the upcoming […]
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Inside Bridgton
A big day This is one of the busiest weekends of the summer in Bridgton. Many of you might be spending camp parent weekend here visiting your kids at one of the dozens of summer camps in the area, or maybe you are lucky enough to have a camp of your own where you spend […]
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Bryon Michael King
0718King Mandy-Jo St. Pierre, George King and big brother Daniel are proud to announce the birth of Bryon Michael King at Mercy Hospital on June 27, 2008 at 8:53 p.m. Bryon weighed in at 7 pounds, 11 ounces and was 20-1/2 inches long. Bryon’s proud grandparents are Reginald St. Pierre Sr. and Sharon Hubbard of […]