June 20 marked World Refugee Day, a day that recognizes the dignity of those fleeing violence, natural disasters or persecution and their right to seek safety. I was proud to join fellow legislators in cosponsoring a Joint Resolution that recognized this important day and reaffirmed Maine’s commitment to the well-being of refugees and displaced people […]
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A night fit for the King at Kennebunkport’s Town House School
The Mid-Week Music series will feature Elvis covers on July 9.
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Take in taiko drummers at Kennebunkport concert
South Congregational Church will host ShinDaiko on the River Green.
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Collective bargaining investments bring Scarborough to the brink of full employment | In the Know
When the Scarborough began negotiating with its four unions in the spring of 2024, many groups’ wages had fallen behind our neighboring communities. As a result, the town was struggling to fill key frontline positions in both public works and the police department. Wage studies performed at the time found that the starting pay for […]
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A decade of empowering young leaders in York County | Justin Chenette
Back in high school, I wanted to start a nonprofit organization to give back to others. Flash forward to my first term in the House of Representatives, and I made it a reality. What started out as a group to do everything from supporting homeless veterans to get back on their feet, providing arts grants […]
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Preserving and protecting health care in Maine | Henry Ingwersen
As I wait for the morning session bell to ring on our final day at the State House this session, I am reflecting on the good work we’ve been able to get done. And I consider MaineCare. MaineCare isn’t just a policy issue we debate in Augusta; it’s a lifeline for over 400,000 Maine residents, […]
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York County emergency response team is ‘heartbeat of resilient community’ | County Report
Volunteer team members help prepare for disasters, respond to incidents, and assist with recovery.
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Columbia University-bound Saco student receives leadership scholarship
Thornton Academy’s Sam Drummey served as student council vice president and was selected to the U.S. Senate Youth Program.
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‘Dino Trolley’ is first up on Kennebunkport museum’s summer events list
Seashore Trolley Museum offers numerous events throughout its operating season.
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Kennebunk Free Library reveals July’s featured art exhibit
‘Plumbing the Vapor,’ by Erik Howell, will be presented through July 31.