After reading the “uncut” articles by my fellow residents, Will Fessenden and Scott Lansley, I feel I need to address some of the issues they raise, plus a few others. One family sends their children to a private school and another sends their children to a public school. Why did each family decide differently? Possible […]
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Sabbatus considers Portland lieutenant as next police chief
SABATTUS — Selectmen will consider giving the town’s top police job to Portland police Lt. Anthony Ward on Tuesday. Town Manager Andrew Gilmore said Friday that he had already tapped Ward as the new chief but the appointment needs the board’s confirmation. Ward is a 26-year veteran of the Portland force, according to a release […]
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America needs help
What America needs is an old remedy to survive all the problems with the economy, unemployment and, last but not least, the budget deficit. The immediate cure for America to become healthy again is for President Barack Obama to step down and bring back former President Bill Clinton, who had the ability, intimate knowledge and […]
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Sabattus collecting unused prescription drugs
SABATTUS — The Police Department will participate in the National Drug Take Back Initiative on Oct. 29, collecting unwanted and outdated prescription drugs for safe disposal. The collection site will be the police station at 190 Middle Road and hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Lt. Matt Prince said. In 2010, Mainers turned in […]
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Government at a glance: Sabattus
Board: Sabattus selectmen Met: Tuesday night Casino pitch Issue: Question 3 on the Nov. 8 ballot asks voters to approve a casino in Lewiston’s Bates Mill No. 5. The scoop: Campaign manager Stavros Mendros told selectmen that a Lewiston casino could generate $80,000 for Sabattus. Up next: Proponents will be back with a formal presentation […]
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Disc golf, music to benefit baby
In an event to benefit 6-month-old Riker Star Dresser of Lewiston, a disc golf challenge with a buffet and live entertainment will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, at Sabattus Disc Golf. Prizes include an m-14 disc golf basket valued at $150. The buffet and five live bands will follow at Fast Breaks […]
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Government at a glance: Sabattus
Board: Sabattus selectmen Met: Tuesday night, Oct. 4* New first responder equipment Issue: After the Fire Department got $9,000 from the Stephen King Foundation to purchase first responder emergency equipment, the fire chief needed the board’s approval to spend the grant. The scoop: After much discussion, the board voted 4-1 to start allowing firefighters who […]
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Family festival
The Community Baptist Church, Main Street, Sabattus, will host a free, fall family festival for the community and surrounding areas from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1. Rain date will be Saturday, Oct. 8. All games and activities are free and open to everyone. There will be a bounce house and slide, face painting, […]