Obituary: Kimberly Ann Eder

Topsham: Kimberly Ann Eder, 63, died Saturday, August 28, after a long and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis. She was born in Bath, Maine, Aug. 20, 1958. She later attended schools in Sanford and graduated from Sanford H.S., where she was vice president of the student council. She went on to receive a bachelor's degree from the University of Southern Maine, summa cum laude. She began her teaching career at Woolwich Central School in 1986 after finishing an internship at…

Folk Artist Exhibit at Historical Museum

by Harland Eastman More than fifty paintings by Maine folk artist Ray-Welch will be on view at the Historical Museum, 505 Main Street in Springvale from mid-September through the end of the year. The exhibit opens with a reception at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 16th at the Museum. The public is cordially invited and admission to the event is free. Face masks should be worn. Welch specialized in aspects of his remembered past. Such scenes became popular after New York art dealers successfully promoted…

Sanford Spartans Home Games: September 6-12

Cross Country Girls & Boys Varsity Meet: Saturday, Sep 11, 10:00 am vs multiple schools, SHS Alumni Stadium Field Hockey Girls JV Game: Friday, Sep 10, 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm vs. Cheverus @ Sanford High SchoolGirls Varsity Game: Friday, Sep 10, 6:00 pm - 7:15pm vs. Cheverus @ Sanford High School Football JV Game: Monday, Sep 6, 10:00 am - noon vs. Thornton Academy @ Sanford High School, Alumni Stadium Golf Varsity Match, Tuesday, Sep 7, 3:30 pm vs.…

Community Calendar: September 6-12

Monday, September 6 Maine Attraction Water Ski Show, 4:00 p.m. (pre-show starts at 3:30), Number One Pond Tuesday, September 7 First Day of School for Pre-K students. Sanford Elks Bingo, doors open at 4:00 p.m., games start at 6:00. Must be 18 years old with valid picture ID. Face coverings required if not vaccinated. City Council, 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. The agenda includes public hearings on the plans for the 2022 reconstruction of River St., the proposed zoning change for…

Chili & Chowda to Raise $ for MCCP

The Sanford Elks Lodge #1470 will be hosting a very special event on Friday, September 10, in support of the Maine Children's Cancer Program. The Chili and Chowda Tasting and Contest takes place from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Participating competitors include: Sanford ElksSweet MemoriesRichie's Jerk & BBQJohnson's Seafood and SteakWelcome Home DinerAlfred Country StoreIron Tail SaloonEl MexicanoSMHC - Sanford CampusVarney Crossing / Pinnacle Health CareMoe's Italian SandwichesWolves Club A live auction begins at 8:00 p.m. Get a mystery box for…

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