Sanford Teen Ballerina in Victorian Nutcracker at SPAC

Press Release When Camille Alipalo steps out next weekend in “A Victorian Nutcracker” at the Sanford Performing Arts Center, it will be the first time she’s danced on stage before her “hometown” audience. It will also be the first time she’s danced publicly since severely fracturing her foot last summer in Cincinnati.  “Throughout high school people have always known me to be a dancer,” said Camille, “but being able to perform for Sanford makes me feel like I finally get…
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Fire Department Log: November 7-27

Fires The Sanford Fire Department responded to a few fires in the three-week period from November 7 through 27. On the afternoon of November 9, a report of a house fire on Home St. brought out all companies with mutual aid. Upon investigation, it turned out to be a small leaf fire caused by a cigarette. That same day, two other fires were reported which turned out to be improper burning due to people being unaware of the burning regulations.…
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City Council Meeting Summary – November 23, 2021

The Sanford City Council met November 23, 2021 via Zoom. Councilor John Tuttle was absent with notice. Deputy Mayor Maura Herlihy led the Pledge of Allegiance and asked for a moment of silence. The minutes of the previous meetings were approved. Mayor’s Report Mayor Anne-Marie Mastraccio gave a brief summary of discussions at the previous week’s Subcommittee meetings. See this story. She added that Councilor Tuttle is recuperating at home from his recent hospital visit, but is bored and would…
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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…
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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 -…
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