Holiday Church Services 2021

Please note, some churches are requiring masks. Please contact the church of your choice for more information. Calvary Baptist Church, 47 High St.: Christmas Eve service, December 24 at 6:00 p.m. Crossroads United Methodist Church, 15 Grammar Rd.: Christmas Eve service, December 24 at 5:00 p.m. Curtis Lake Church, 38 Westview Dr.: Christmas Eve services, December 23 at 5:00 & 6:30 p.m. and December 24 at 3:30 & 5:00 p.m. First Baptist Church of Springvale, 429 Main St.: Christmas Eve…
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Deteriorating Bridge Downgraded by Maine DOT

The Maine Department of Transportation has reduced the weight limit on Hay Brook Bridge, which crosses Hay Brook at the Sanford/Alfred Line on Bernier Rd., to ten tons following a recent inspection. The bridge has been deteriorating for several years, according to Sanford city officials. When a bridge connects two municipalities, state law requires each side to pay 50% of repair or replacement costs, but the town of Alfred has reportedly declined to pay its share of the burden on…
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2021 Holiday Hours for City Services, Groceries & Health Care

City Services All City of Sanford offices, and the Sanford Water District office, will be closed Friday, December 24, and Friday, December 31. Trash and recycling will be picked up on the usual days through the holidays. The Transfer Station will be open regular hours on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, and closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Goodall Library will be closed December 24 and 25, and January 1. They will be open regular hours on…
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Last Minute Christmas Shopping? Sanford Retailers Have you Covered!

We conclude our Holiday Gift Guide with some more great ideas for gifts for the whole family - that you can find right here in town. The Old Timers’ Shop at 917 Main St. may be Sanford’s best kept secret! They have a wonderful selection of gifts for every member of the family. Their hand knit and crocheted clothing, blankets, toys, teddy bears and dolls are perfect for a new baby. Toddlers will love the handmade wooden toys and doll…
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Update on Police Department Activities

On December 14, 2021, members of the City Council’s Public Safety Subcommittee got a report from Police Chief Craig Andersen and some of his officers on the Department’s recent activities. Mental Health Unit Detective Colleen Adams spoke about her work with the Mental Health Unit, addressing homelessness, substance abuse and related criminal activity. She continues to work on issues at the Midtown Mall, but the York County Jail will not accept people for certain offenses due to the pandemic and…
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