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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1977
Page
8
Mostly sunny Saturday in Maine and New Hampshire with variable clouds and a chance of light flurries today and tonight. Temperatures range from near 20s to near 30s, with lows of 0 to 10 below north and 5 to 5 below south. In the north, a few flurries are possible, while the south remains mostly sunny with highs in the teens to 20s.
The Beach council discussed designating areas plowed for storm parking. Portland plowed a last storm area for cars, and vehicles remain today. Councilor Leslie Wyman noted limits would apply to storms over three to four inches, with Town Manager Christopher Kent urging further study.
Complaints persisted about towing practices after a storm season. Officials discussed drafting a town ordinance with a fee schedule to regulate towing and parking during severe weather. Commissioner Fontaine urged common sense while DeAngelis cited businesses offering parking spots to aid snow removal. action was postponed to a joint meeting next week.
Two dogs attacked a deer behind River Side Farm on Simpson Road in Saco. Mary Merrill reported the incident around 11 am. Canine Control Officer Kenneth Carter arrived at 11:20 am and shot the deer with a 22 magnum to end its suffering once the ice proved unsafe. One dog was described as white with brown spots. ownership is under investigation by Game Warden George Chase. The deer remains at the scene due to hazardous ice conditions.
Kennebunk and Kennebunkport SAD 71 schools will reopen next Monday barring storms after nearly two weeks of closures due to treacherous roads. Nine instructional days were missed. the district seeks a state exception to the 180 day year while the board weighs makeup options.
Lyman Town Clerk Shirley Harrison announces nomina tion papers for the March 11 town election available at her office with a February 18 return deadline. A town meeting is set for March 12. Roland Lagueux and Charles Harrison filed for selectman three-year terms. incumbent Herbert J. Hooper not seeking re election. Other offices include town treasurer one year Inez Elliott seeks reelection. town clerk and tax collector one year Ms Harrison seeks reelection. assessor three years Leo Lacourse seeks reelection. road commissioner Frederick Elsell the incumbent. as of Jan 17 no papers taken. Director of SAD 57 three-year term incumbent Nancy St. Clair seeks reelection. Books close January 22. unpaid taxes will be published in town report. 1977 dog licenses and tags available at town clerk’s office.
Councilor Tucker urges expanding parking areas and shifting responsibility to drivers for snowbank car removal. Councilor Mokarzel questions drivers’ feelings after efforts to clear spots. A future workshop will refine the plan. Town hall hot water tank replacement also discussed.
Donors authorized with each license reveal organ donation choices. Cadigan notes about 10 percent of new drivers opt in, up from three percent after the Anatomical Gift Act. He describes kidney dialysis patients awaiting transplants, how kidneys are harvested and allocated, and Medicare rules related to dialysis beneficiaries. Cadigan details the transplant process at Maine Medical Center and regional centers, including brain death tests and family permission steps.
President Jimmy Carter shared in the inaugural parade with clear delight as crowds of 350000 along Pennsylvania Avenue cheered 15000 marchers, 33 floats and 55 bands. A 40 foot helium peanut balloon drew smiles while Carter, Rosalynn, and grandson Jason braved the cold, with Mississippi’s electoral vote float catching his eye.
The Saco School Committee will wait until after February break to decide makeup days. SAD 71 plans to add a week in June to cover the unscheduled vacation. Local officials joke about budget quirks and small town politics as other area notes drift by.
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