Legislative Update: Rep. Lucas Lanigan

Rep. Lucas LaniganPhoto: maine.gov By Zendelle Bouchard   In the 131st Maine Legislature, Sanford’s four state legislators have focused on priorities including taxation and health care. In this article, we profile the work of Rep. Lucas Lanigan. Rep. Anne-Marie Mastraccio is also profiled in this issue (see that story). Next week, we will profile Rep. Ann Fredericks and Sen. Matt Harrington.  Lucas Lanigan (R) represents District 141, which includes Newfield and Shapleigh, as well as parts of Sanford and Springvale. Lanigan…

Legislative Update: Rep. Anne-Marie Mastraccio 

Rep. Anne-Marie MastraccioPhoto: maine.gov  By Zendelle Bouchard   In the 131st Maine Legislature, Sanford’s four state legislators have focused on priorities including taxation and health care. In this article, we profile the work of Rep. Anne-Marie Mastraccio. Rep. Lucas Lanigan is also profiled in this issue (see that story). Next week, we will profile Rep. Ann Fredericks and Sen. Matt Harrington.  Anne-Marie Mastraccio (D) represents District 142, which includes parts of both Sanford and Springvale. She is a member of…

Arts and Entertainment

The Four C Notes  Credit: SPAC  Frankie Valli Tribute Band Coming To SPAC  Treat your Valentine to North America’s premier tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Showtime is 7 pm, Saturday, Feb. 10, at the Sanford Performing Arts Center.  Created by Jersey Boys star, John Michael Coppola, The Four C Notes deliver an authentic show with their spectacular vocals, matching vintage outfits, and crisp choreography. Backed by a dynamic seven-piece rhythm and horn ensemble, The Four C Notes will…

Safe Streets for All Public Meetings 

Photo: Jordan Wilson  By Jordan Wilson, Communications Coordinator, City of Sanford    The City of Sanford is actively engaged in the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Grant Program, facilitated by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The SS4A Grant Program focuses on enhancing pedestrian, multi-modal, and vehicle safety in our community. As the City moves forward, it is crucial to involve a diverse range of Sanford residents in these discussions to ensure that the program's outcomes benefit everyone, with a specific focus…

Sanford’s Climate Plan Takes Aim at Culvert Washouts  

A culvert washoutPhoto: Chris Waits via Creative Commons  By Lee Burnett  Conducting a vulnerability assessment of stormwater infrastructure is emerging as The City of Sanford’s top priority for addressing climate change in the near term. That was the consensus of a lightly attended public workshop to gather comments on a range of options held on Feb.  1.   The session is a requirement for applying for participation in the Community Resiliency Partnership Program, a centerpiece of Governor Mill’s climate action agenda.…

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