Ryder Lachance, cornhole star
Junior student sees success in competitive activities at and beyond SHS by Kylee Hunt SANFORD – Ryder Lachance, Sanford student, has more to his life than just school and work. He’s a competitive cornhole player and an established wrestler. “I first started playing cornhole when I was around 12 years old” and “I got into […]
Sanford High School students start scheduling for next year’s classes
The new four-block schedule set to begin in the 2026-2027 school year alters graduation requirements. See the important guidelines and information released by the school counseling department. By Jacqlyn Prescott SANFORD – Students in their homerooms at SHS signed up for next year’s classes this week. Required classes were previously added by teachers to each […]
Sanford Seniors are encouraged to apply for the SHS General Scholarships
Over 121 opportunities through the greater community are provided in one place By Eliza Allen Members of the Class of 2026 at Sanford High School are invited to apply for the SHS General Scholarships. The SHS General Scholarship application is a form that current seniors at Sanford High School who plan on pursuing further education […]
Sanford High Unified Basketball Preview
Another season for Unified Partners and Athletes is beginning By: Ellie Hughes Sanford High School’s upcoming Unified basketball season is starting this week, Dec. 1, with practices and games coming soon in January through the beginning of March. The team has a lot of returning players this year and is coached by Mrs. Boissonneault. Sanford […]
SHS winter concert preview
Sanford’s performing arts department invites you to their concert on Dec. 11 By JORDYN MARTIN SANFORD—Sanford High School’s chorus and band will perform in the annual winter concert on Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. at the Sanford Performing Arts Center. This event is open to the public and completely free of charge. The entire SHS […]
Sanford Peer Helpers host annual food drive
by Mollie Puffer SANFORD — Sanford High School’s Peer Helpers program is hosting its annual food drive from Monday, Oct. 27, through Wednesday, Nov. 20. Collection bins for each class are located at the bottom of the Grey Wing (by the main lobby). The event helps feed the families of 50 students for the Thanksgiving […]
SHS Students and Staff share the best places to trick-or-treat in Sanford
By Sophia Randall SANFORD – SHS Staff and Students shared the best places to trick-or-treat on Halloween this season with the greater Sanford community. Students recommended neighborhoods like Sugar Hill, Milton Avenue, Old Mill Road, and Farview Drive. Students were polled on The Spartan Times Instagram account and highlighted streets within the same neighborhood of […]
Sanford welcomes new Ollie’s Discount Store
New discount store brings brand-name bargains and community energy to Sanford By Laila Della Croce, STAFF WRITER SANFORD – Ollie’s Bargain Outlet opened its doors on May 1 in Sanford, giving local shoppers a chance to score brand-name deals at discount prices and bringing a sense of excitement to both customers and employees. The grand […]
To Do List: Fall Activities
Things to do this fall in the York County area By Minerva Roy, STAFF WRITER Autumn is arguably one of Maine’s best seasons, not just for fall foliage but also for the fun fall activities. Here is a round up of things to do this fall based on their websites. McDougal Orchards Located in Springvale […]
Sanford mourns local historian
Harland Horace Eastman died in his home in Springvale By Rory White, STAFF WRITER March 29, 2024 SANFORD, Maine – Harland Eastman, 94, passed away at his home in Springvale on Feb. 29, 2024. There will be a service for him June 1 at the museum in Springvale. “Harland would be thrilled everyone could visit […]
