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Officer Gary Cray, Sanford Police Department Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan Sanford native graduates from police training program: Last week, Officer Gary Cray of the Sanford Police Department graduated from the 45th Basic Law Enforcement Training Program at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy. Full-time police officers who attend this 18-week, live-in academy train on criminal law, de-escalation, emergency driving, firearms, OUI investigations and more. Cray, a Sanford native and Army veteran, will join the evening shift crew. Help fight food insecurity…
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Do I Need a Permit to Use My Fire Pit?

Photo: Kev from Pixabay By Zendelle Bouchard The short answer to whether fires in fire pits require a burn permit is “maybe.” Maine residents and visitors need to be aware of a new law passed by the state in 2023 regarding recreational fires, including the use of fire pits, outdoor fireplaces and campfires for cooking, personal warmth, light, ceremonial or aesthetic purposes. If you want to have an open fire of three feet or more in diameter on your property,…
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‘Menopause’ Ladies Stop in Sanford

All aboard, sisters! Get ready for the hysterical sequel to the hit show "Menopause The Musical®." The North American Premiere Tour docks in Maine for a single, unmissable performance at 3 pm on Sunday, June 2. Five years after their memorable department store encounter, our beloved ladies are setting sail for more uproarious adventures on the high seas. "Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®" delivers side-splitting laughs and heartwarming moments as they delve into the world of menopause,…
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Sanford/Springvale Limelight

Motor Booty Affair Local Arts and Events by Brian Boisvert Rock the Waypoint Music Fest! Waypoint (formerly known as Waban), a non-profit organization serving children with special needs in Maine, will be hosting its annual music festival fundraiser on June 1 from 2:00–6:00 pm at their waterfront property off Route 4 at 5 Dunaway Drive. This is the charity's biggest event of the year. Motor Booty Affair, dubbed “The Ultimate Disco Party Band” will be singing everyone’s favorite ‘70s hits…
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Sanford High School Music Director Honored as Outstanding New Educator

From left to right: Kyle Smith, who nominated Hailey, Hailey Franceour, and Ryan Geary, the Choral Director at Sanford High School. Courtesy Photo By Sam Bonsey, Sanford Schools Communications Coordinator Sanford High School's music program is hitting all the right notes these days. SHS Music Director Hailey Francoeur was recently named the 2023-2024 Maine Music Educators Association Outstanding New Music Educator of the Year at the state conference at the University of Maine in Orono. The award recognizes Francoeur’s work…
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