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Reflecting on what America means, two Maine students among national essay award winners
Two Maine students were among 150 winners across the country of a nationwide essay contest reflecting on what America means to them. The two students from Acton and Oxford were among 75 second-place winners of “America’s Field Trip,” a national competition encouraging students to reflect on what America means to them. Each second-place winner wins a $500 cash prize, while first-place awardees receive special behind-the-scenes experiences at American historical or cultural sites, such as the Statue of Liberty in New York City, or the Museum of Natural History in Washington, D.C.
Developer proposes 25 new homes on Meetinghouse Road in Wells
WELLS, Maine — A developer is proposing to build 25 new single-family homes on Meetinghouse Road. The property, comprised of 62 acres, is located near 463 and 733 Meetinghouse Road, according to town documents. Earlier this week, the Wells Planning Board scheduled a site walk on the property on Thursday, Aug. 1, at 5:30...
Kennebunkport warns against swimming as waste continues to be discharged into river
KENNEBUNKPORT (WGME) -- The stinky situation in Kennebunkport continues. The town's wastewater treatment facility has not been working properly and they had no choice but to put the partially treated waste into the Kennebunk River. The town said on Tuesday based on test results from Monday, the water is still...
Update on the Gorham Connector Project: Public engagement process and permit application timeline ex
Update on the Gorham Connector Project: Public engagement process and permit application timeline extended. Future public engagements will be announced with ample public notice. PORTLAND, Maine-Maine Turnpike Authority (MTA) would like to provide an important update regarding the Gorham Connector Project. The original timeline for public process and permit application...
Official Statement Condemning Political Violence and Upholding Democratic Values
Mayor Grohman and the City Council have signed the following joint statement:. "The City of Biddeford stands united in condemning political violence and upholding democratic values. The strength and integrity of our democratic system rely on the principles of free speech, peaceful protest, and civil discourse. Political violence in any...
RFB - Lead Hazard Reduction & Healthy Home Improvements at 154 Cleaves St
On behalf of the homeowner, the City of Biddeford Housing Rehabilitation Office is requesting bids from qualified Maine-licensed lead abatement contractors for the lead hazard reduction and related rehabilitation of the multifamily property located at 154 Cleaves St, Biddeford, ME 04005. The contractor shall be required to complete work as specified and outlined in the Bid Specifications & Bid Request Forms included herein. Interested parties are invited to submit sealed bids for BID# 2024-07-18-01-LEAD: Lead Hazard Reduction & Healthy Homes Improvements at 154 Cleaves St. to the Housing Rehab Office, City Hall RM 204, PO Box 586/205 Main Street, Biddeford, ME 04005, by no later than Noon Eastern Time on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.
Storms bring lightning, damage to Maine with more on the horizon
MAINE — Several strong, even severe, storms moved through Maine Tuesday evening, bringing heavy rain, strong, gusty winds and a lot of lightning. Some areas also saw downed trees and power lines, causing thousands of customers to lose power. A few hundred customers were still without power on Wednesday morning, mainly in York County, especially in Lebanon.
City Council Approves Nomination of Biddeford’s Next Assessor
The Biddeford City Council has approved City Manager James Bennett’s nomination of Deanne Vail as the City of Biddeford’s next Assessor. Vail joined the City of Biddeford as the Assistant Assessor in April 2022. She came to the City as an experienced Certified Maine Assessor Level 2, having previously served as the Deputy Assessor for the Town of Bar Harbor and a Property Appraiser at Maine Revenue Services.
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