I am feeling so sad. I just learned from a reading a story in Saco Bay News that Bill Johnson – a former mayor and city councilor -- recently passed away at the age of 92. This news leaves a hole. I regret losing touch will Bill. He was such a kind and wise man, … Continue reading Reporters are not supposed to be friends with the people they cover — especially government officials . . . I broke that rule
Tag: Saco
A Legacy of Service Deserves Nothing Less
Gen. Wallace Nutting was the walking, talking definition of being a local bad ass, but he was also one of the most humble and sincere people I have ever met: a man who led by persuasion -- a man always in search of the potential good in others. Therefore, I think it’s the very least … Continue reading A Legacy of Service Deserves Nothing Less
Saco commission abruptly cancels presentation regarding UNE’s controversial pier proposal
Following a sometimes-awkward conversation, members of Saco’s Coastal Waters Commission abruptly voted 5-1 Tuesday to remove an item from the top of their December 10 meeting agenda. The citizen commission was poised to hear a presentation regarding how the University of New England’s controversial pier proposal might impact the city of Saco. According to James … Continue reading Saco commission abruptly cancels presentation regarding UNE’s controversial pier proposal
Saco’s finance director returning to Biddeford
As Biddeford’s municipal finance department continues to face internal challenges, Geraldine Matherne, the city of Saco’s finance director, is poised to become Biddeford’s next finance director. Matherne previously served as the Biddeford’s deputy finance director for nearly 10 years, between 2013 and 2022 before leaving to take the finance director job in Saco. If approved … Continue reading Saco’s finance director returning to Biddeford
‘Don’t Waste Your Time With Saco’
Biddeford City Manager vents his frustration regarding the issue of homelessness and the neighboring city of Saco City Manager Jim Bennett did not hold back his opinions about the neighboring city of Saco during a March 7 Biddeford City Council meeting. City Manager James Bennett The Biddeford council was in the midst of debating the … Continue reading ‘Don’t Waste Your Time With Saco’
Feeling gravity’s pull
At first glance, the two men who represent the city of Saco in the Maine Legislature seem worlds apart. One is 22 years old and openly gay; the other is 62 and married with children. While Justin Chenette is serving his first term in the Maine House of Representatives, Barry Hobbins is serving his seventh term in … Continue reading Feeling gravity’s pull
‘Round here
Obviously, there are a lot of correlations between politics and football. In both, I have been little more than a spectator. I know my limitations, but I admire those who suit up, take the field and are willing to take some hard hits to accomplish their objective. Today our community celebrates the annual Battle of … Continue reading ‘Round here
Mark Johnston: Rocket Man
Former Saco Mayor Mark Johnston/ Marlee Hayes photo Something strange is about to happen on the other side of the Saco River. It's as rare as a blue moon and perhaps more difficult to understand. Mark Johnston will not be running for mayor in Saco. Johnston, 61, says he has spent nearly 40 years in … Continue reading Mark Johnston: Rocket Man
The Top-25 Biddeford-Saco political players and coaches
Love them or hate them; it doesn’t matter. The following list represents the 25 most influential players on the Biddeford-Saco region’s political landscape, at least according to my own observations. Choosing this list, and determining its ranking order was much more difficult than I imagined it would be. I received several recommendations from All Along … Continue reading The Top-25 Biddeford-Saco political players and coaches
Little pink houses…in Biddeford & Saco
I don’t know how it happened. It started off like any other Monday morning, but by the time the sun began to set later in the day I realized that I had lost more than three hours. Gone; Vanished; Disappeared; Hasta la vista, baby! I could have done laundry. I could have mowed the lawn. I could … Continue reading Little pink houses…in Biddeford & Saco
NOTES TO CARL | LESSONS IN MEDIOCRITY 