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Jason and Kaylee Maineiro got acquainted with Honkey Donkey at Noon Family Sheep Farm in Springvale last Sunday. They were…

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Finding Peace Along the Springvale Farm Walk

Walkers make their way between farms along Hanson Ridge Road. Photo: Lee Burnett By Tiffani Bourque Of all the words…

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Sanford Officer Patrols with 1 Badge, 2 Wheels

Sanford police officer David Randt patrols parts of town by bicycle. Photo: Angelina Keizer By Angelina Keizer Officer David Randt…

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News Notes

Eleven-year-old Madilynn Treasure of Springvale released her first EP, titled “Born With Wings,” in August 2025.  Photo: Courtesy Compiled by…

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Project Aims to Provide ‘Home for Good’ to Unhoused

These two apartment buildings on Mousam Street, owned by an affiliate of the former York County Shelter Programs, would be…

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Community Calendar: Aug. 1-9, 2026

Compiled by Lisa Blanchette Visit our Events Calendar https://sanfordspringvalenews.com/events/ for details on these events and on events to come.  Free…

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Planning Board Roundup: June, July

Plans for Sand Pond Shores, a campground proposed for South Sanford. Photo: City of Sanford By Jack McAdam A proposal…

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Maine ACE Camp: The Sky is Not the Limit

The first career people think about in the field of aviation is pilot, but young people can explore many other…

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Thriving in Place: Keeping Sanford Seniors in Their Homes

Organizers for Thriving in Place: Age-Friendly Sanford meet monthly to organize services for the city’s seniors. From left to right:…

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Program Offers Teens Friendship, Support, Fun

More than 30 Sanford High School students gather each week for Young Life Club, a Christian youth ministry that provides…

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