Back in Action: Mainers Begin Their Revenge Tour

The Sanford Mainers huddle up on the diamond this week at Goodall Park. Photo: Abby Harris By Jackson Walsh After two rainouts last weekend, the Sanford Mainers finally played their home opener on Thursday, June 12, hosting their North Division rival, the Keene Swamp Bats, at Goodall Park. The 2025 season marks the 24th year of Mainers baseball in the heart of York County. The ball club is looking for revenge this summer after losing in extra innings of last…

Vet Center Temporarily Relocates

Richard LeBlanc, 75, has relied on the Vet Center for more than a decade and is glad services continue. Photo: Lee Burnett By Lee Burnett The US Veterans Administration has relocated local counseling services in light of the sudden closing of the Vet Center at 628 Main Street, Springvale last month. But talks are under way for the Vet Center to reopen at its original location. For the time being, counselors are available for individual counseling sessions in two trucks…

Project Graduation Treats Graduates

Sanford Seniors at Apex Photo Credit: Sanford Spartans Project Graduation 2025 Community Outreach Facebook Page By: Rory White, Sanford High School Student On Wednesday, June 4, 2025, Sanford High School held their Class of 2025 commencement ceremony. After this ceremony, most of the seniors chose to participate in Project Graduation, a program that provides a safe, but fun, graduation night. While they have done other activities in the past, this year’s class boarded busses to Apex Entertainment in Marlborough, MA.…

News Notes

Sanford Firefighter Jack Rathbun receives his traditional helmet shield from fellow firefighters. Photo: Sanford Firefighters Association Local 1624 Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Firefighter climbs another rung on the ladder: Having completed all required training and objectives during his probationary year, Firefighter Jack Rathbun was recently awarded his traditional helmet shield, replacing his assigned probationary shield. Members of C Shift presented FF Rathbun with his shield during a shift celebration to honor his accomplishment. Unexpected treasures are waiting to be claimed:…

Community Calendar: June 14-21, 2025 

Compiled by Lisa Blanchette Ongoing Goodall Library closed for the move back to 952 Main St. Reopening July 7 ummer Meals for Kids & Teens Mon.-Fri. 6/17-8/8 --Breakfast; 7:30-8:30 am @ CJL, SMS, SPE, SHS, YMCA, & Curtis Lake Church --Breakfast; 8:45-9:15 am @ Springvale Playground --Lunch 11 am-noon @ CJL, SMS, SPE, SHS, & YMCA --Lunch 11:15 am-11:45 am @ Carpentier Park --Lunch 11:30 am-12:15 pm @ Springvale Playground --Lunch 11:45 am-12:30 pm @ Curtis Lake Church Saturday, June…

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