Fire Department Log: September 12-25, 2021

In the two-week period ending September 25, the Sanford Fire Department responded to the following calls. Nine of the calls were for mutual aid to surrounding communities. While on a scene of a motor vehicle accident, Engine 2 was struck by another vehicle. No injuries resulted. Engine 2 is out of service until repairs can be completed (see photo below). EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury134Motor vehicle accident with injuries  2Motor vehicle accident with no injuries5Rescue or EMS standby1Hazardous condition,…

City Council 10/5 Meeting Summary

The Sanford City Council met Tuesday, October 5, 2021 via Zoom. All Councilors were present. Councilor Luke Lanigan led the Pledge of Allegiance and asked for a moment of silence. The minutes of the previous meetings were approved. Mayor’s Report & Subcommittee Reports Mayor Anne-Marie Mastraccio had no report. There had been no Subcommittee meetings since the previous Council meeting. City Manager’s Report Hiring Update: City Manager Steve Buck gave an update on hiring. He said the City is working…

School Committee 10/4 Meeting Summary

The Sanford School Committee met Monday, October 4, 2021. Committee member Jonathan Mapes was not present. Public Comments: Leah Pelletier said her children who go to Sanford Pride Elementary are enjoying school, and the teachers are working hard to get the students outside so they can take frequent mask breaks. But she said her kids still have a lot of anxiety and confusion around mask wearing. She complained that the outdoor family fun night that had been scheduled in September…

Good News From Sanford Schools: October 4, 2021

by Sanford School Department staff Sanford High School Homecoming was celebrated all last week at Sanford High School, culminating with a football game on Friday night against Lewiston and an outdoor dance on Saturday. From Mr. Petermann: What a great week!  Thanks to Nate Smith, the Student Council, Lauren Roy, Kendra O’Connell and the Pep Club for putting on fun and safe events for all to enjoy, especially the kids! Sanford Regional Technical Center Students from the Automotive Collision Repair,…

The SPAC is Back!

Sanford Performing Arts Center Director Brett Williams has announced the lineup for this season’s Partners Bank Spotlight Series of performances, including several smashing holiday shows and a world premiere dance musical bound for Broadway. On Saturday, November 13 at 3:00 p.m. the series kicks off with Buddy: The Buddy Holly Show, stopping in Sanford on its North American tour. This showcase of ‘50s rock and roll has been seen by over 22 million people worldwide. Get tickets here: https://sanfordpac.org/. Tapestry:…

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