old orchard beach
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PublishedJune 10, 2023
Old Orchard Beach referendum, a vote against ‘mega stores’ or extreme limit on competition?
Voters on June 13 will decide if the town should place further limits on the size of recreational marijuana stores that some say are designed to benefit only one man.
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PublishedJanuary 25, 2023
Maine leaders call for new federal clean car standards
The diverse group wants the Biden administration and EPA to mandate higher gas mileage vehicles in a new round of clean car standards for new vehicles made after 2027 through 2035 to protect Maine's economy, health and environment.
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PublishedOctober 20, 2022
The Pines Community marks 50 years of affordable senior living in Ocean Park
Speeches, conversation, music, food and laughter in the sunshine made for a pleasant afternoon celebration for residents and guests alike.
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PublishedAugust 25, 2022
State says operator error was a likely factor in boy’s injuries on Old Orchard Beach ride
Investigators from the Maine State Fire Marshal's Office say the operator of a ride at the amusement park likely didn't check the restraints on a 10-year-old boy before the ride started.
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PublishedJuly 28, 2022
Weeks of preparation, training lead to logistical challenge Sunday for Augusta-based Ironman 70.3 triathlon
Local agencies and organizations have been making plans and working out the details to ensure Sunday's Ironman 70.3 runs, bikes and swims smoothly for the many athletes expected to compete.
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PublishedJuly 10, 2022
Old Orchard Beach hires its first female police chief
Capt. Elise Chard will replace former chief Dana Kelly, who retired earlier this year.
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PublishedJune 16, 2022
Honor Roll – Old Orchard Beach High School
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PublishedMay 4, 2022
Old Orchard Beach police chief to retire after almost 50 years on force
Dana Kelley will step down this month after serving as police chief for 30 years.
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PublishedApril 30, 2022
At 2 Old Orchard Beach motels, asylum seekers move out to make way for tourists
Most of the families will relocate to another motel in Freeport, as Portland continues to grapple with large numbers of asylum seekers and homeless.
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PublishedMarch 9, 2022
‘It’s crazy to see everyone’s faces’: Maine public school students take off masks
For the first time in about two years, masking became optional Wednesday in all Maine public schools under state and federal guidelines. Portland's schools plan to go mask-optional Monday.