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Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Women keeping it local: In late August, checks totaling $9,000 were presented to Gretchen Johnson, executive director of The Center for Grieving Children, Maine, by Deb Bergeron, founder of 100 Women Who Care Southern Maine. Almost 10 years ago, Bergeron started the Southern Maine chapter with the idea of harnessing the collective power of women to donate locally only to Southern Maine area charities/nonprofits serving Southern Maine. Four times a year, members of the philanthropic organization…

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Colleagues at Great Bay Services award Sherry Sabol a plaque and wish her a happy retirement after six years with the organization. Photo: Great Bay Services Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Great Bay Services team member retires: On Aug. 23, colleagues at Great Bay Services wished Sherry Sabol, a direct support professional at its Sanford-based community program, a fond farewell. For the past six years, Sabol shared her talents for painting, encouraged creativity in others, and provided a nurturing space in…

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Some of this year’s Summer Reading Program winners with their hard-earned Portland Sea Dogs tickets in hand. Photo: Goodall Library Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Top readers reap rewards: Goodall Library announced the winners of the 2024 Summer Reading Program. The top readers are: Beau W. (age 0-5), Calvin D. (age 6-12), Liam L. (age 13-17), and Jon B. (adults). There were also two raffle winners: Alice H. (Amazon gift card) and Lisa J. (book bundle). This summer’s program attracted over…

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Four new probationary firefighters undergo training with the Sanford Fire Department. Photo: Sanford Fire Department Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Four rookies learn the ropes at SFD: Four new probationary firefighters with the Sanford Fire Department (SFD) completed their three-week rookie school last week, creating a foundation to build upon as they continue their education and training. This week, they joined their assigned shifts and began working toward completing the many requirements necessary during their probationary year. SFD is pleased with…

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Breezeline staff presented a check to Great Bay Services staff and participants at the last Sanford Mainers’ game of the season. Photo: Breezeline Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Breezeline teams up with Sanford Mainers to support local non-profit: Partnering with the Sanford Mainers, Breezeline donated $5,000 to Great Bay Services. The amount donated was based on the Sanford Mainers’ strikeout statistics during the 2024 season. “Great Bay Services is a beacon of hope for many in Southern Maine,” said Andrea Pais…