Dina Mendros

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October 30, 2020

Red Cross Northern New England Region welcomes new CEO

The American Red Cross has named Stephanie Couturier as regional chief executive officer of the organization’s Northern New England Region. Couturier began her position overseeing all Red Cross service delivery, fundraising and external relations throughout New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont on Oct. 5. “I am proud and humbled to have been selected for this promotion […]
Published
October 30, 2020

Scarborough town manager: Stay safe as seasons change

The response of our town’s residents and businesses to this year’s COVID-19 pandemic has proven to me that we are resilient in the face of challenges that come our way. Now that initial reopening, beach season, school starting back up, and other measures we approached this year are behind us, the cooler temperatures bring a […]
Published
October 29, 2020

Not until we are deprived of it: The value of water

The young man was very personable as he delivered the message. “We are so sorry for the inconvenience,” he said, “but it can’t be helped.” I actually could have listened to him talk for much longer, as he had the most delightful Irish accent. When I commented on it, he said, “Yes, I’m very far […]
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October 29, 2020

UNE awarded CARES Act grant to increase telehealth for older adults in Maine

BIDDEFORD — The University of New England’s Geriatrics Workforce Enhancement Program (GWEP), known as AgingME, has been awarded a $90,625 grant through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to increase access to telehealth for older adults in Maine through a project titled TeleHealthy, according to a university press release. “TeleHealthy was developed […]
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October 29, 2020

Helen G. Sylvestre

Helen G. Sylvestre (Peck), “Nana,” of Little Ossipee Lake, Waterboro, passed peacefully on the evening of Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020 at home with her children and grandchildren by her side. She declined quickly over the past few weeks following an eight year battle with Alzheimer’s disease that was diagnosed shortly after the passing of her […]
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October 29, 2020

Flu vaccine, blood donation both help save lives

Healthy donors are needed to maintain blood supply.
Published
October 29, 2020

Two new businesses open in Biddeford

Ribbon-cutting ceremonies were held for both.
Published
October 29, 2020

Lois M. Auger

BIDDEFORD — Lois M. Auger, 83, died on Oct. 21, 2020, in Scarborough, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Presque Isle, she was the daughter of Arthur and Madeline Porter. She was educated by the Maine public school system and graduated from Biddeford High School in 1974, at 37, in anticipation to be a […]
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October 29, 2020

Geography is destiny, potentially

You may have heard the phrase “geography is destiny” before. It’s occasionally used in geopolitical discussions, and sometimes archaeologists and anthropologists use it in conjunction with analyses of past civilizations and historical human progress. In its most basic form, the concept implies that a region or country’s geography is paramount in providing resource or proximity […]
Published
October 26, 2020

Letters to the editor, Oct. 29

Vote yes on OOB Question 1 To the editor, “You can pay me now or you can pay me later.” If anyone remembers that old automotive commercial from the 70s, you’re in good company. That TV slogan has stuck with me over the years, reminding me to always make good business decisions in the moment […]

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