Kennebunk Savings announced has funded the recent purchase of an all-electric, all-terrain golf cart for the Wells Reserve at Laudholm. The vehicle, which seats four, will be used to help older guests, or people with mobility restrictions, traverse the grounds. Wells Reserve features seven miles of trails and access to Laudholm beach, and frequently hosts […]
Dan King
From Augusta – Constitution Day: What does it mean to you?
As the nation observed the 235th anniversary of the completion of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17, what do we celebrate? Yes, we are challenged by distrust, partisanship, bigotry, racism, insurrection, questions of justice, and so many issues that are fanned to divide us, all emphasized by the efforts of those seeking to benefit. So, […]
Obituary – Eleanor Frasier
Eleanor Louise (King) Frasier, 70 years, a resident of Shapleigh passed away at her residence on Sept. 12, 2022, surrounded by her family. Eleanor was born July 20, 1952, in York, a daughter of John W. and Charlotte P. (Campbell) King, Sr. and attended Kennebunk schools. Eleanor worked at Morning-Star/Corning of Kennebunk as a machine […]
Obituary – Richard Bragdon
Richard C. Bragdon, 85, of East Waterboro and longtime resident of Wells, passed away Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough following a period of declining health. Richard was born June 17, 1937, in Sanford, the son of Frederick R. and Gertrude L. Welch Bragdon. He grew up on the family […]
Guest Column – Behold, the Icon Diet*
I’ve been trying out the new Icon Diet, which is tailored to your personal taste and preferences. But first, I have to explain what an icon is. In Greek, the word icon means an illustration or picture, but in English it either means a religious painting, or the picture not of a particular person, place […]
From Augusta – Ending hunger in Maine
As a lawmaker, I work hard to ensure that Mainers of all ages can live healthy, secure lives. I prioritize education, a clean environment, affordable health care, and safe housing. But our most basic need is food. We are in the midst of the harvest season, and despite the drought, Maine farms have once again […]
From Augusta – Heartfelt thanks for the well-wishes
In July, many of you learned from me here or elsewhere about my recent health challenge. I am happy to report that the surgery to remove a benign meningioma (tumor of the lining of the brain) was successful. I’m feeling good, with a bit of rest and recovery to go, and a positive and healthy […]
South Portland Land Trust to open new Clark’s Pond extension trail
Government and civic leaders to take part in ceremony on Sept. 24.
Letters to the Editor
Candidate will do ‘people’s work’ To the editor, Vote this November to send Henry Ingwersen back to Augusta as senator. He’s the only 32nd District senatorial candidate with experience as a state representative and will bring the knowledge and relationships he’s gained there to work as your senator. I’ve known Henry for years as he’s […]
Community News – Museum offers fall walking tours
The Brick Store Museum offers two scheduled walking tours of Kennebunk during the fall. Tours of Kennebunk’s Historic District, the first in the state of Maine, run along Summer Street on Thursdays and Saturdays at noon; tours of Kennebunk Beach, following the development of the tourist boom, occur on Saturdays at 9 a.m. Running every […]
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