News Notes: February 13, 2022

Having a hard time affording food and supplies for your pets? The Pittie Posse Pet Food Pantry at York County Shelter Programs can help. Twice a month, items including canned and dry food, kitty litter, treats, toys and more are available at the YCSP food pantry, 5 Swett's Bridge Rd. in Alfred. The pet pantry is held on the first Tuesday and the third Friday of each month, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. In 2021, the pet food pantry…

Library Corner: Goodall

Upcoming Events & Programs Please Note that Goodall Library will be closed on Monday February 21st, 2022 for President's Day. Valentine Craft Kits are available all month in the library front lobby, while supplies last. Each kit contains a paper craft, puzzle card, stick-on hearts, and other fun pieces to create your own valentines. Recommended for ages 4 and up. Kids Read to Dogs: Thu Feb 24th from 1:00pm - 2:30pm. Gain confidence in reading by sharing a story with a…

Real Estate Transactions: January 7-February 3, 2022

Closing DateAddressDescriptionPrice1/727 Pierce Ave.6 room Cape, 4 bed/1 bath, well maintained, wood stove, nice yard w/firepit$260,0001/2810 Riverview St.5 room Ranch, 3 bed/1 bath, updated kitchen w/granite/stainless, new roof and flooring, updated electric, mini split, central air, enclosed back porch, attached garage, fenced yard$290,0001/286 Sawtooth Ln.Single Wide, 3 bed/2 bath, built 1994, located in 55+ Marsh Brook Estates, deck, shed, detached garage, nice lot, small pet allowed, includes generator and snowblower$55,0002/13 New Hampshire St.Four family, each 2 bed/1 bath, three units…

The Barking Dog!

by Lauren E. Masellas, Animal Control Officer One of the most common complaints I receive is The Barking Dog. And having been on both sides of this complaint, I can sympathize equally! So, let’s start with the facts. Sanford/Springvale, like most communities, has a noise ordinance that covers animals. It reads as follows: “The following activities are specifically prohibited: Animals and birds. Owning, possessing or harboring any animal or bird which, frequently or for continued duration, makes sounds which create…

School Committee February 7 Meeting Summary

The Sanford School Committee met February 7, 2022. All members were present. The minutes of the previous meetings were approved. Public Comments: Former Committee member Kendra Williams spoke about the proposed expansion of Pre-Kindergarten. She said she understood how the Committee members had to make difficult choices about the budget, but urged them not to cut the Pre-K expansion funds, saying the benefits of early childhood education were well documented. “If we don’t do this now, when are we ever…

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