Sanford / Springvale People in the News

Seaman Brayden Ginchreau has completed his U.S. Navy recruit training, having placed in the top five of his class, and is now in training at the Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, CT. Brayden is a 2019 graduate of Sanford High School and is the son of Amy O'Connor and grandson of David and Lynda Ginchreau. Sanford Country Club member Tom Ellis scored a hole in one this week on hole #13. Congratulations! During this challenging year everyone at…
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News Notes: August 8

Bingo is back! Every Tuesday at the Sanford Elks Lodge, 13 Elm St. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. and games start at 6:00. Must be 18 years old with valid picture ID. Face coverings required if not vaccinated, but anyone can wear one if it makes you more comfortable. Please stay home if you are sick. Mark your calendars now for the Sanford Police Department's annual National Night Out on Thursday, August 26 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. They will…
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Sanford’s Newest Library Proves Small is Beautiful

Need something to read? Or maybe you have a book you just finished? DeBe and Tony Nevells have built a new Community Lending Library in front of their home at 81 Twombley Rd. The idea behind it is simple: Take one now, leave one later. DeBe got the idea from seeing similar little libraries in South Portland, where she travels regularly for her home cleaning business. Handy Tony built it to her specifications, complete with asphalt-shingled roof, and she painted…
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Back to School Information

By Matt Nelson, Superintendent of Schools It’s hard to believe, but the first day of school is less than a month away! Below you will find important information regarding the upcoming school year and details about a discussion of our proposed Return to School Plan at the next School Committee meeting. School starting dates: Grades 1 Through 9 - Monday, August 30Grades 10 Through 12 - Tuesday, August 31Kindergarten - Wednesday, September 1Pre-Kindergarten - Tuesday, September 7 Early Release Wednesdays…
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Arts & Crafts Coming to Downtown August 14

The Sanford Art Association will return to the downtown on August 14, with their Art in the Park event at Gateway Park on Riverside Ave. This is the first event for the Association since the pandemic began. Local artists will have their original artworks for exhibit and sale, including paintings, photographs and pottery, as well as craft items. The sale will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The following artists will be participating: Robert Mongue – acrylics and oils (his…
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