Dina Mendros

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December 7, 2023

Maine CDC encourages continued precautions against tick bites this winter

As Lyme cases reach re.cord levels, ticks remain active
Published
December 7, 2023

Evidence-based Tai Chi classes improve health outcomes for older Mainers

Southern Maine Agency on Aging’s next course offerings begin in January.
Published
December 7, 2023

In the Know: Scarborough Community Services offers a variety of activities this winter

As the winter progresses and the weather becomes not-so-pleasant, Scarborough Community Services already has you covered with many fun (and indoor) activities and events: Special Events Family Magic Show – Dec. 28 Be dazzled by magic with your family during December school break! Phil Smith of Abracadabra Productions is four entertainers in one… a magician, […]
Published
December 7, 2023

Obituary: Priscille Lachance

Priscille Y. Lachance, 85, of Biddeford, Maine, passed away on Dec. 4, 2023 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough. Priscille was born in Biddeford, Maine, on Jan. 22, 1938, a daughter of Gedeon and Fernande (Turgeon) Lachance. She was educated at St. Andre’s School. Priscille was employed in local manufacturing jobs, working many years […]
Published
December 4, 2023

Beyond the Headlines: Nonprofits make a real impact

During the holiday season, it’s a natural time to reflect on how individuals and groups around you have impacted your life. The true spirit of the holidays is how much you give and give back, not how much you receive. That is true for family, but also nonprofit organizations making a difference directly or indirectly […]
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December 4, 2023

Thornton Academy announces 1st quarter honor roll

Seniors First Honors: Guadalupe Asis, Rory Beaudoin, Caleb Binette, Troy Bolduc, Jack Bonnette, Adelaide Brown, Amelia Carestia, Alexander Chan, Jason Chen, Jeremiah Chessie, Boston Cochrane, Olivia Cote, Riley Coxen, Katherine Cross, Sarah Dell’Erba, Lydia Desjardins, Adam Donovan, Daijah Dossiema, Olivia Doyon, Elisabeth Drown, Alannah Duda, Jack Dumas, Caden Dussault, Jackson Farwell, Nora Freeman, Nanako Fukushima, […]
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December 4, 2023

Saco accepting letters of interest to likely Ward 6 council vacancy

SACO – With the election of Ward 6 Councilor Jodi MacPhail as Saco’s next mayor, the city anticipates a vacancy in the Ward 6 Council seat, which MacPhail held until she and other newly elected officials wre sworn into office at the Saco Dec. 4 inauguration. Following the Charter-prescribed process, the Saco City Council is […]
Published
December 4, 2023

Obituary: Carol M. Laflamme

On Nov. 29, 2023, Carol M. Laflamme, of Old Orchard Beach, passed peacefully into heaven at SMHC in Biddeford while surrounded by loving family members. She was born on Nov. 1, 1947, in Forth Kent, Maine. Carol lived most of her life in Biddeford. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph LaFlamme; her parents Alcide […]
Published
December 4, 2023

Scarborough Land Trust to host tour of night sky

Join Maine amateur astronomer James Shields for a night sky tour of the constellations on Dec. 8. He will discuss the lore behind the constellations and how the ancients used the night sky to tell time, the start of the seasons, and navigate. Telescopes will be available to view objects in the sky such as […]
Published
December 1, 2023

US Marshals warn of increase in phone scams in Maine

The U.S. Marshals Service, District of Maine, is alerting the public of a significant increase in Maine residents reporting a phone scam involving individuals claiming to be U.S. Marshals or other Federal Officials. These scams are also occurring in other New England States. During these calls, scammers are sometimes “spoofing” actual office phone numbers to […]

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