Tragic Loss Draws Outpouring of Support from Sanford Community

  • July 12th 2024
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By Zendelle Bouchard Sanford and Springvale residents are coming together to support a family facing unimaginable loss following the apparent drowning of teenage stepbrothers Tavayne Weir and D’Andre Graham. The boys’ bodies were recovered from the Mousam River at Holdsworth Park (Springvale Rec) by first responders in the early hours of July 8. Ashley Brochu has organized a GoFundMe to raise the money necessary to bring the boys back to their native Jamaica for burial. More than $19,000 of the…
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Community Calendar: July 13-21, 2024 

Compiled by Lisa Blanchette, Events Editor  Visit our Events Calendar https://sanfordspringvalenews.com/events/ for details on these and future events.   Saturday, July 13 Yoga at the Orchards, 8-9 am, McDougal Orchards, 201 Hanson Ridge Rd., Springvale Sanford Farmers’ Market, 8 am-noon, Central Park, 920 Main St. Annual Yard Sale, 8 am-1 pm, First Baptist Church of Springvale, 429 Main St. Low-cost Rabies Clinic, 9:30-11 am, Pet Supplies Plus, 1364 Main St. Free Reiki Circle, 10-11 am, Springvale Library, 443 Main St. BBQ…
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Stuff the Bus Maine is seeking donations for the new school year. Photo: Stuff the Bus Maine Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan The annual school supply drive is on: School may be out for the summer, but this is when Stuff the Bus Maine puts the pedal to the metal, collecting supplies for the new school year. Having depleted much of its inventory when it distributed 900 backpacks full of school supplies last year, the non-profit organization is seeking help. For…
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The Addams Family Takes the Stage at Nasson Little Theatre

Cast and crew of The Addams Family prepare for a frightfully delightful performance. Photo Credit: Nasson Community Center and Little Theatre Facebook By Brian Boisvert The Addams Family, that delightfully macabre clan from comics, television, and film, is coming to the Nasson Little Theatre in Springvale, and it promises to be a must-see production. Directed by George Perkins with musical direction by Karen Mathews, this charming musical comedy will run for two weekends only, starting July 19. “The Addams Family…
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City Council July 2 Meeting Summary

Bridget Salantri gave a presentation to the council showcasing efforts to beautify the Main Street Marketplace. Photo: City of Sanford By Renée Morin The City Council got an update on the Heritage Crossing encampment cleanup, discussed rebranding for the Fire Department and heard several presentations at its July 2 meeting. All council members were present. Homelessness Update City Manager Steve Buck said a review showed that 19 strategies used by the city were successful in cleaning up the homeless encampment…
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