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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This Week’s Public Notices: August 6, 2021

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Sanford Planning Board will hold public hearings & receive written & oral comments at its 8/18/2021 meeting to: Construct a 24-unit apartment building on property owned by TPD Construction Co. & located at 14 Country Club #1 Rd.Partially convert the lower-level commercial space of the Sanford Mill into 7 residential units on property owned by Sanford Mill LP & located at 61 Washington St.Construct a propane storage & distribution facility on property owned by Rymes Energy Holdings, LLC…
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City Council 8/3 Meeting Summary

The Sanford City Council held their regular meeting on August 3. Councilors John Tuttle and Ayn Hanselmann were absent with notice. Mayor Anne-Marie Mastraccio began the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. In her report, she thanked everyone present for complying with her request to wear a mask. She announced the Police Department is forming a Citizens Advisory Group and urged anyone interested to complete the online application. Councilor Luke Lanigan asked if masks were…
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