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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…

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Dancers whoop it up at the Raise the Roof contra dance, held July 27 in the historic barn at McDougal Orchards. Photo: McDougal Orchards Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Reap the fruits of your labor and kick up your heels: To celebrate the Aug. 10 opening of its u-pick season for apples and peaches, McDougal Orchards is hosting an Orchard Party on Aug. 15 from 9 am to 6 pm at 201 Hanson Ridge Rd. in Springvale. Orchard tours, a trail…

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Ted’s Fried Clams will open a temporary location in Sanford. Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Popular restaurant coming soon to Sanford: Jason Cole, the owner of Ted’s Fried Clams in Shapleigh, announced that the restaurant will open in August at Main Street Marketplace in the space previously occupied by Bubba Frye's. The restaurant has been closed since May 2023 when a fire damaged the building and caused Cole to be taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation. The Shapleigh location is…