Dina Mendros

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Published
March 12, 2020

Construction of Biddeford water treatment facility to begin soon

Maine Water says rate increases will be phased in.
Published
March 12, 2020

New shows this weekend at Maine Repb

BIDDEFORD — Surviving the night might take a little improvisation. It’s an improv comedy “Who-dunnit” sweet-tooth extravaganza Friday, March 13, as Maine Rep teams up with Sleuths Mystery Entertainment and Cakes for All Seasons in Mystery at Grand Malarkey, a full comedy event that features a mystery show, an in-depth mystery game with prizes, in-character […]
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March 12, 2020

Plot rentals are available in the Saco Community Garden

SACO — Several plots are still available for rent in the Saco Community Garden. The Garden, located in Haley Park on King Street in Saco, offers a place for gardeners of all skill levels to rent a plot to plant and grow fresh produce, herbs, and flowers. The garden features a fenced area of 55 […]
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March 12, 2020

The climes they are a-changing

At the Biddeford & Saco Chamber of Commerce, most of our efforts are hyper-local, consistent with our focus on Biddeford and Saco businesses and the regional community. But it’s impossible to avoid topics and issues in the news lately that are national and global in nature. For example, there is uncertainty and fear right now […]
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March 12, 2020

Sen. Deschambault testifies in support of Patients First health care reform package

Sen. Deschambault: ‘We need to advocate for Mainers and make sure no one gets an unexpected, costly medical bill.’
Published
March 12, 2020

Chickens on patrol

Several years ago while living in the shire of Farmington, some friends and I were driving home from a delightful dinner at the Irving Big Stop. My friends are organized, level-headed, calm and extremely kind. One is an emergency medical specialist with a variety of credentials; the other is an eye doctor with a background […]
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March 12, 2020

Salvation Army Old Orchard Beach Corps receives United Way of York County 2020 community investment

OLD ORCHARD BEACH —The Salvation Army of Old Orchard Beachas been awarded a one-year grant from United Way of York County totaling $9,840. This investment will benefit the following Salvation Army programs: Community Lunch (served Tuesdays and Fridays at 11:30 a.m.,everyone is welcome to attend), and the Hands-Up Center (which provides emergency food, clothing, and […]
Published
March 10, 2020

Some local schools close Monday to plan for extended closure if necessary in light of coronavirus

No plans for extended closures yet, but that could change.
Published
March 9, 2020

Young Catholics Around Maine to Present Living Stations of the Cross

Members of youth ministry and students at Maine Catholic schools will present the Living Stations of the Cross around the state leading up to Easter Sunday, April 12. The Stations of the Cross began as the practice of pious pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem to retrace the final journey of Jesus Christ to Calvary. They have […]
Published
March 6, 2020

No decision made on whether to remove Native American painting at SHS

Further public discussion on issue sought.

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