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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with York County rise or fall in 2021?

Farms throughout cities in York County received $1.6 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By South Maine News | Feb 27, 2024

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How much did farmers in York County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

Farms in York County received $438,655 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

By South Maine News | Feb 22, 2024

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Harborfest Stage Lineup Announcement

By South Maine News Report | Jun 14, 2023

Saco's working waterfront is a cornerstone of the community. On National Fishing & Boating Week (June 3-11, 2023), we are looking forward to this summer's return of Camp Ellis HarborFest.

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Spa at Saco Mills Ribbon Cutting

By South Maine News Report | Jun 13, 2023

We celebrated The Spa at Saco Mills on June 7, 2023, during their Biddeford Saco Chamber of Commerce + Industry grand opening ribbon cutting!

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Beach Permit Information

By South Maine News Report | Jun 10, 2023

Beach permits are required to park in any of the beach parking lots or on-street areas from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. between June 15 and Labor Day each year.

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Shellfish License Sales

By South Maine News Report | Jun 5, 2023

Recreational shellfish licenses are now available for the 2023/2024 Shellfish Season.

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Camp Ellis General Store Ribbon Cutting

By South Maine News Report | Jun 4, 2023

Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the re-opening of the Camp Ellis General Store & Lobster Pound!

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Curbside Recycling App

By South Maine News Report | Jun 3, 2023

The City of Biddeford is pleased to announce a new mobile app for engaging with our curbside recycling provider, Casella.

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Memorial Day Parade 2023 Details

By South Maine News Report | May 28, 2023

Memorial Day is just around the corner and the Biddeford-Saco community is again gathering to honor all veterans who have died in service to our country.

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City Administrator Hiring Process Underway

By South Maine News Report | May 27, 2023

The City of Saco, Maine (Population 20,000+), seeks an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking municipal manager to serve as its next City Administrator.

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Camp Ellis Harborfest is Back in 2023

By South Maine News Report | May 26, 2023

Camp Ellis HarborFest is a locally grown community festival celebrating its active working waterfront and the rebuilding effort to bring the beach back to Camp Ellis, all while having family fun and great food!

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Home Fire Sprinkler Week 2023

By South Maine News Report | May 25, 2023

Fire is fast, but sprinklers are faster.

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June 13, 2023 School Budget Validation Referendum Election

By South Maine News Report | May 19, 2023

Absentee Ballots are now available for the upcoming June 13, 2023 School Budget Validation Referendum Election.

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Wells Maine Fire Department Engine 3 Replacing 5 year old Engine 7

By South Maine News reports | Mar 22, 2023

We are pleased to announce that we took delivery of our newest Engine this week

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Cumberland County Sheriff's Office Scam Alert

By Press release submission | Mar 6, 2023

Scam Alert

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Piscataquis County Sheriff's Office Patrol Deputy/Investigator

By Press release submission | Mar 6, 2023

The Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for the position of Patrol Deputy/Investigator

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Piscataquis County Sheriff's Office Congratulations Corrections Officer Johnathan Valladares

By Press release submission | Mar 6, 2023

Piscataquis County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the graduation of Corrections Officer Johnathan Valladares from the 72nd Basic Corrections Training Program on February 27, 2023