New 550-Acre Conservation Project

Three Rivers Land Trust is working to preserve a large recreation and conservation area in Springvale to benefit the community and the region. This 550-acre property, to be named the “Sanford Community Forest,” is one of the largest remaining undeveloped areas within city limits, and Three Rivers aims to protect its ecological health while keeping it available for public recreation and traditional uses. The property is part of the former LaValley Lumber forests, and extends from Oak Street (Route 11A) to the…
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Pilot’s Cove Cafe Plans Outdoor Expansion

Pilot's Cove Cafe is planning to expand this year with a new pavilion for outdoor dining, similar to the one pictured here. Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport Manager Allison Navia and Pilot's Cove owner Daniel Bowden spoke about the plans at the January 12 meeting of the City Council's Property Subcommittee. Mr. Bowden described several ways his restaurant has adapted to survive through the pandemic. These included offering in-flight catering services to private planes, using Door Dash for takeout, and expanding…
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News Notes: January 17

Staff and clients of Waban Projects got their first Covid-19 vaccinations this past week. Sanford Middle School report cards will be issued January 22. SMS also reminds parents that there are dozens of school photos awaiting pickup. If you paid for photos but haven't received them yet, call the office or stop by the school weekdays from 7:30 to 2:30. The Sanford Growth Council is now on Instagram. Follow them here: https://www.instagram.com/sanfordgrowth/. With Sanford schools in a "red" designation, if…
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SHS December Award Winners

by Matt Peterman, Sanford High School Principal Congratulations to our December 2020 award winners!!  The SPARTAN PRIDE AWARD is given to students to recognize achievements that may go unnoticed. We're looking to celebrate successes outside the normal school day, students who are heavily involved in the school, students who demonstrate outstanding leadership and/or character. Brian Lambert, Andrew Blanchard, Camille Alipalo STUDENTS OF THE MONTH: Teachers may choose one student they'd like to recognize for their success in the classroom.  Success doesn't…
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Former Marshall’s Store Eyed for Vaccination Site

Maine's Department of Health and Human Services is proposing to set up five centers across the state to vaccinate large numbers of people against Covid-19, with one of the centers to be located in Sanford, according to City Manager Steven Buck. He told the City Council's Public Safety Subcommittee this week that, beginning in February, the proposed Sanford center would be open 12 hours a day, seven days a week, and would serve all of York County. Various locations are…
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