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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1976
Page
1
Maine ends April with a 1.5 million positive variance as revenues beat estimates by 2.9 million. Officials warn that remaining two months still hold risk, with a contingency reserve of 7 million and potential May or June shortfalls.
Old Orchard Beach officials decide no final closure in June and back partial renovation of two school buildings to meet safety standards for 285 kindergarten to grade 2 students. Mobile classrooms and major expansions are ruled out due to costs and state funding limits.
Old Orchard Beach School Board member Michael Smith opposes a varsity ice hockey plan from the York County Ice Area. He says intramurals cost less, involve more students, and avoid Title 9 concerns and transportation and ice-time costs.
Biddeford's downtown hosts many thrift shops from the Dollar Shop to Grand ma's Attic where shoppers seek chic shoes, satin platforms, and inexpensive coats. Goodwill on Main Street notes donations from many sources and a mix of brand names, with four week turnover and a social meeting role for the elderly.
In Portland a 63 count federal indictment charging Warren Bowdoin of Kennebunk with illegal sale of oll was dismissed with other drug cases for language defects in complaints. U S District Attorney Mills plans possible appeals or re filings within 30 days.
SAD 71 board in Kennebunk weighs overcrowded conditions at Kennebunk High and the adjacent junior high. Options include staggered sessions, moving junior high classes to another district school, or adding to the junior high with local funds. Decision hints at a plan before next school year. Judith Dow leads a motion opposing certain programs if high school facilities are involved.
Port Kennebunkport selects John E. Spita of Auburn as administrative assistant after a 2 to 1 vote by the selectmen. Spita will start in two weeks, replacing Kennet Campbell who stays on temporarily. Spita earns 13,000 dollars and brings prior posts as Auburn assistant city manager and Franklin Township town manager.
Ronald Miller of the state Bureau of Public Administration states under Saco's charter the city administrator may appoint the city solicitor. councilors Cassette and LeBlanc consulted Miller last month and he suggests charter amendment if the council insists on appointing the city attorney.
In Thursday Telegram parete baseball action Biddeford edged Thornton 2-1 at Westbrook behind Keith Jacques. Paul Belanger delivered a two out ninth inning single to give Sanford a 7-6 win over Golden. both games featured late drama.
The 16 page edition includes community notices and crossword puzzles with Dear Abby and editorial content. A weather and Maine New England notes section accompanies entertainment and sports briefs.
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