During World War II, an entire neighborhood of modest, single-family homes was erected near the corner of Evans Street and Highland Avenue, providing needed housing for workers who were moving to South Portland to work in the shipyards. The neighborhood was built on the site of a farm, and was named Stanwood Park in honor […]
Dan King
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Letters to the Editor
Congrats to poster contest winner To the editor, The Education Foundation of the Kennebunks and Arundel would like to congratulate Caroline Crocker and Mia McCarthy for winning a poster contest for the 16th annual Spelling Bee. The EFKA is excited to bring back the Spelling Bee on April 27, 6 p.m., at Kennebunk Elementary School. […]
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Community News – Museum collections: Telling stories in 3D
The Brick Store Museum tells stories in three dimensions through artifacts relating to the local community. According to a museum news release, sometimes, in order to properly tell these stories, the museum asks for support to improve the collections for the public to enjoy and access. This year, the museum has recently announced a goal […]
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Community News – A Matter of Balance workshop is offered
Between May 1 and May 24, Southern Maine Agency on Aging will lead an in-person A Matter of Balance workshop at the South Portland Public Library designed to improve the quality of life of adults 60 and older by improving their balance and increasing their physical strength. As bodies change with age, balance and strength […]
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Our Sustainable City – An electric vehicle revolution
Electric vehicles (EVs) made up 5.8 percent of all vehicle sales across the country in 2022. This percentage is an increase from 3.2 percent in 2021, which matches the rate of increase anticipated by the federal government through 2032, when roughly two-thirds of all vehicle sales in the U.S. will be electric vehicles. With so […]
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Community News – A Matter of Balance workshop offered
Between May 1 and May 24, Southern Maine Agency on Aging will lead an in-person A Matter of Balance workshop at the South Portland Public Library designed to improve the quality of life of adults 60 and older by improving their balance and increasing their physical strength. As bodies change with age, balance and strength […]
Posted inKennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
From Augusta – Sexual Assault Awareness Month: Maine Legislature is taking action
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time when we strive to raise awareness about sexual assault and the impact it has on survivors, their loved ones and our communities. I wanted to use this space to help bring awareness to this issue and to share some of the progress we are making in terms […]
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Letters to the Editor
Transportation program a valuable resource To the editor, To the members of the Saco City Council and Mayor: I have had a need to use Age Friendly Saco’s transportation program to get to medical appointments numerous times in the last two years. Each of the volunteer drivers was caring, courteous and safety-conscious. Appointment destinations and […]
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Hannaford donation bolsters The Ecology School
The $250,000 gift will support eco-friendly farming operations.
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Community Harvest unveils new website, logo
KENNEBUNK – Community Harvest, a nonprofit organization that meets the needs of its neighbors through food sharing, fellowship, and financial assistance, announced recently the launch of its new logo and website. According to a news release, the new Community Harvest website provides a user-friendly experience, making it easier for individuals to learn about our mission, […]