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…

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…

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…

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…

News Notes: January 14

The Springvale Library will host The Great British Bumpoff, an interactive virtual Murder Mystery, on Wednesday, January 20. This party only has room for 20 players, so sign up now!  Email spl@springvalelibrary.org to reserve your spot.  As they're purchasing spots per patron, please only sign up if you are able to attend. Sanford Parks & Rec is planning a snow sculpture contest (in your own yard, big or small). This can be a team or individual effort, and adults are welcome! Rec…

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