Maine is one big small town. That’s why the grief resulting from the unspeakable violence in Lewiston has echoed across our entire state. This mass shooting claimed the lives of 18 Mainers — all beloved members of their communities — and is now one of the deadliest mass shootings in modern U.S. history. Now, we […]
Dan King
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A Window on the Past – South Portland Historical Society: Preserving our local history
Now that November is here, the South Portland Historical Society’s museum at Bug Light Park has moved into its holiday hours. We are open on Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through Dec. 17. If you haven’t come in to see this year’s immigration exhibit, we encourage you to plan a visit soon. […]
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Age Friendly South Portland – Sand buckets for seniors available
Winter is coming and that means snow and ice and, invariably, an increased risk of falling. A program from South Portland Public Works and Age Friendly South Portland, hopes to make winter a little safer. Seniors (age 65 and older), and any other residents with mobility challenges, can receive a 5-gallon bucket of sand/salt mix, […]
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Our Sustainable City – How to handle the fall leaves
It’s that time of year again. There’s a crisp chill in the air, the fall foliage is in full bloom, and the leaf blowers are blaring. Did you know that the loud sound these pieces of equipment make are not only extremely irritating, but also harmful? The gas-powered equipment generates loud noises which are disruptive […]
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Letters to the Editor
Election letters To the editor, I am writing to support Kennebunkport ballot Question 3 to build a new town hall and public meeting space. The need for a new town hall is largely undisputed — the limitations of the 63-year-old building for our growing town were apparent 20 years ago. Unfortunately, the ongoing debate around […]
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Letters to the Editor
Election letters To the editor, I’m writing to voice my support for Rosemarie DeAngelis for South Portland School Board. I have worked with her for years on the Bike/Ped Committee and have found her to be a strong-willed advocate for all our citizens. Having served on volunteer committees, as a city councilor, and as mayor, […]
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Irish fiddler to perform in West Kennebunk
Kevin Burke will make a solo appearance in West Kennebunk, Sunday, Nov. 12. Burke’s performance is part of the Concerts in West K! series of acoustic music concerts. Burke, according to a news release from concert organizers, “is one of the most popular and influential Irish fiddlers of the past 40 years.” Born in London […]
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Community News – Items sought for Kennebunkport Conservation Trust auction
The Kennebunkport Conservation Trust is seeking items for its annual online auction. This year, all proceeds from the auction will go toward returning power to Goat Island Light House. Patrons can support the conservation trust by donating an auction items. Welcomed items include, gift certificates for businesses, restaurants, lodging, services, events, and recreational activities, clothing, […]
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Community News – Kennebunk Free Library introduces November’s featured art exhibit
Speers Gallery at Kennebunk Free Library will host an exhibit, Coastal World, by the Open Studio Artists in November. The exhibit will run Nov. 3-28 and the public is invited to an opening reception on Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. According to an Oct. 19 news release, the Open Studio Artists are […]
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Letters to the Editor
Grateful for HarvestFest support To the editor, On a perfect fall day, the community came out in full force and wonderful costumes! As you can imagine, an event like this takes a great deal of planning and lots of volunteers. We were pleased to offer a scavenger hunt, wood carving demo, games, face painting, free […]
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