Why Do I Need to License My Dog?

by Lauren E. Masellas, Animal Control Officer Yes, yes, I know; it’s one more annoying chore in your already overwhelmed world! And, no doubt, you have a gazillion perfectly logical reasons for why you shouldn’t have to do it…but it is the law. Maine Animal Welfare Law 7; 3921 states: “A dog may not be kept within the limits of the State, unless the dog has been licensed by its owner or keeper in accordance with the laws of this…

News Notes: November 28, 2021

Pre-K through Grade 2 students at St. Thomas did a fantastic job in the school's annual "Disguise a Turkey" competition. See the rest of the adorable entries here. November 30 is Giving Tuesday. Please consider making a donation to one of the many worthy organizations that help people, pets and the environment right here in Sanford. Here are just a few suggestions: Waban - https://waban.org/donate/Sanford-Springvale YMCA - https://sanfordymca.org/for-social-responsibility/volunteerism-giving/give/Caring Unlimited - https://caringunlimited.salsalabs.org/donate/index.htmlYork County Shelter Programs - https://www.yorkcountyshelterprograms.com/donateMousam Way Land Trust -…

People Around Town: November 28, 2021

Pictured above: Sanford/Springvale Chamber of Commerce members stepped up to the plate to support the Sanford High School Peer Helpers by providing 39 turkeys to be included in Thanksgiving baskets for distribution to families in need. The Chamber also raised an additional $1200 that will go to the Peer Helpers for future projects. The following Sanford High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society on November 18: John-Paul Alexandre, Hannah Baker, Eli Coleman, Kora Eckelman, Audrey Coleman, Ana…

Alumni Hall Cupola Restoration Complete

by Carl Johnson Driving into Springvale on Main Street from either Sanford or Shapleigh, there is a more impressive view these days.  The Cupola atop the Alumni Hall building on the old Nasson College Campus, on Main Street, has been completely refurbished by owner Robert Reinken, President of ReinCorp, owners of the building.  The renovated and freshly painted cupola stands out for travelers in both directions. The cupola had fallen into disrepair over the last several years and Mr. Reinken,…

Real Estate Transactions: November 8-19

Closing DateAddressDescriptionPrice11/816 Frost St., SpringvaleDuplex, 3 bed/2 bath & 3 bed/1.5 bath, renovated, separate laundries, 3 car garage + parking$299,90011/12219 Deering Neighborhood Rd., Springvale8 room Contemporary, 3 bed/3 bath, cathedral ceiling, custom kitchen, finished walkout basement, 4.77 acres$505,50011/122 State Ct.New 5 room Ranch, 3 bed/1 bath, daylight walkout basement w/high ceilings, high efficiency heating system$255,00011/12263 Country Club Rd.5 room double wide Manufactured home, built 1996, well maintained, full basement, 2 car garage, .76 acres$248,50011/151322 Main St.4 Family, one 3 bed…

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