Offering Hope | ‘What they’ve done is not who they are’

By TAMMY WELLS, York County Government media ALFRED, Maine – On a recent Saturday as the Mass at York County Jail neared its end, those eligible for Holy Communion moved to partake. Others were asked by Bishop Robert Deeley if they would like a blessing, and several residents stepped forward with their arms crossed on … Continue reading Offering Hope | ‘What they’ve done is not who they are’

York County treatment center gets big boost from two local banks

By TAMMY WELLS, Media Specialist, York County ALFRED, Maine – Two local banks with deep roots in York County are leading the way in helping build the York County Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Center. Partners Bank, headquartered in Sanford, and Kennebunk Savings, headquartered in Kennebunk, have each contributed $150,000 to First County Foundation, the … Continue reading York County treatment center gets big boost from two local banks

York County government, college celebrate regional training partnership

By TAMMY WELLS, Contributing WriterCome spring, Advanced Life Support and Pediatric Life Support training programs will be in place at York County Regional Training Center. Advanced EMT classes and labs are ongoing now at the new facility. Firefighting classes are happening. Law enforcement classes are scheduled. A citizens’ academy that gives residents a look at … Continue reading York County government, college celebrate regional training partnership

Dutremble to lead York County Commissioners in 2026

By TAMMY WELLS York County Commissioner Richard Dutremble of Biddeford was unanimously voted as chair of the five-member board during its organizational meeting Jan. 7. Dutremble has served as a York County Commissioner for 20 years – including seven years as chair since 2007  – and said this year will be his last as a … Continue reading Dutremble to lead York County Commissioners in 2026