Much has been said about “sticker shock” in recent years — that feeling of your eyes widening when you see the new price of eggs, gas or back to school items. Affordability has been a real challenge, and one I’ve been focused on addressing in the Legislature. And for many families and older Mainers, there’s […]
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No burning, York County officials urge, as high fire danger persists | County Report
The ground and forest is dry as dust and fire personnel throughout York County are keeping the message simple and to the point: Don’t burn anything. In fact, none of York County’s 29 municipalities are issuing burn permits and neither is the Maine Forest Service. There have been fires in the woods in a number […]
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At what cost growth in Scarborough? | Council Corner
Dear Scarborough residents, I hear you. I see you. It is hard to miss the signs around town telling Town Council to vote no on the Dunstan TIF. I read your emails telling us to please slow growth. I read your comments that the Town Council doesn’t care. I felt the same way before I […]
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Step back in time with a Kennebunk Beach history tour | Column
Hosted by the Brick Store Museum, the walking tours are scheduled for Aug. 30 and Oct. 11.
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Fundraiser features limited-edition prints of Kennebunkport library | Column
Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library is selling limited-edition fine-art prints of an original watercolor by renowned Ocean Park artist Russel Whitten to support the library’s free public services. The painting — which beautifully captures the building’s historic exterior — was commissioned as a farewell gift to Mary-Lou Boucouvalas, who retired as library director earlier […]
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Graves Library in Kennebunkport will host talented musicians and award-winning novelist
Beau Dalleo, a professional guitarist, will play familiar songs on Thursday, Aug. 14, at 6 p.m. at Graves Memorial Library in Kennebunkport. Patrons are invited to bring friends and chairs to the show and celebrate summer, the community and a fondness for talented local artists. Suggested donations of $10 per person are appreciated. If it […]
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Tax bills, a community survey, Summerfest and more happenings in Scarborough | In the Know
There is a lot happening in Scarborough these days. Here’s a peek at some updates, projects, and initiatives underway. Tax bills: Tax bills will be mailed in mid- to late-August. November election: The town clerk’s office is currently accepting nominations for open seats this November. Terms are ending for two seats on the Town Council, […]
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Higginbotham will headline Fall Author Night in Arundel
Adam Higginbotham will discuss his book, “Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space,” at Vinegar Hill Music Theatre.
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Maine will stand strong for survivors and fill the gaps left by federal cuts | Anne Carney
While it often feels like changes in the federal government are moving us backward, Maine is moving forward, protecting health care and services for survivors of violence when it matters most. At a recent federal budget hearing in June, Sen. Susan Collins expressed concern about the Justice Department’s request to drastically reduce the Office on […]
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Here’s what’s cookin’ at Wells Chamber of Commerce Chili Fest
The event is scheduled for Aug. 23 at Wells Junior High School.
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