The first time I came to Maine was a lovely May day many years ago. My, then, fiancé, suggested we go for a walk on the beach, and having spent most of my young life south of the Mason Dixon Line, I was anticipating a day spent frolicking in the waves and digging my toes […]
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Community News, May 2
York County Republican Committee meeting May 8 The York County Republican Committee will hold its monthly meeting Wednesday, May 8 at Alfred Town Hall, 16 Saco Road, Alfred. Doors open 6 p.m. The business meeting takes place 6:30 to 8 p.m. The meeting will focus on results of State Convention and welcoming the 2024-2025 YCRC […]
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From Augusta – State and Feds beef up PFAS protections for Mainers
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are a class of chemicals currently widely used in many everyday items. They can be found in everything from waterproof outdoor equipment, to nonstick pans, to personal care and cosmetic products. PFAS have also been found in waste sludge that, for years, was spread across farmland in Maine as a […]
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Thornton Fund Auction the ‘social event of the season’
SACO — The popular Thornton Fund Auction returns in May with the largest selection of items in its 17-year history. Thornton Academy’s primary fundraising event, the hybrid auction offers supporters both online and in-person opportunities to bid on more than 125 items, according to an academy statement. The auction supports critical programming, expands academic opportunities, […]
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Verogy completes York Judicial Center rooftop solar system
BIDDEFORD — Verogy, a West Hartford, Connecticut-based solar energy developer completed a 139.5 kilowatt rooftop solar energy project at the York Judicial Center in Biddeford. The state-of-the-art system, comprised of 256 solar modules will significantly reduce the building’s carbon footprint and provide a reliable source of clean energy for decades to come, according to Verogy. […]
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UNE hosts inaugural diversity, equity, and inclusion celebration
BIDDEFORD — The University of New England recently held its first annual diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) celebration, which recognized the university’s collective efforts to foster an inclusive campus experience and reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a welcoming environment for all members of its community. The celebration, held on April 16 at the Ripich Commons […]
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Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center hosts Greater Biddeford-Saco Music Hall of Fame
BIDDEFORD — The Biddeford Cultural and Heritage Center will host the Greater Biddeford-Saco Music Hall of Fame ceremony for 2024. The Greater Biddeford-Saco Music Hall of Fame (GBSMHOF) is dedicated to celebrating, honoring, and preserving the legacy of bands and musicians who entertained and left their mark in the greater Biddeford-Saco area. This year’s inaugural […]
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UNE environmental studies students work to eradicate invasive species
Environmental Studies Senior Capstone students from Dr. Pam Morgan’s class at the University of New England have been working with Ward Feurt, Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Meadow Woods Preserve Executive Committee member, to eradicate invasive Mugwort plants at Meadow Woods Preserve. The invasive plant was first identified in the Patsy Bray Mahoney Pollinator Meadows portion of […]
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Community News, April 25
Astronomy club meets May 3 The Astronomical Society of Northern New England’s next meeting will be on Friday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. at The New School, 38 York St., Kennebunk. The Business Meeting, also open to the public, commences at 7 p.m. FMI, visit the website ASNNE.org. Some can extend filing of Maine state […]
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TA Middle School announces third quarter Honor Roll
6th Grade First Honors – Nolan Beaulieu, Jason Blain, Henry Blake, Isabelle Carrier, Kyla Caseley, Calhan Clark, Julia Collins, Margaret Gash, Elliott Gilg, Emma Harriman, Annika Hedlund, Jonah Hersey, Aleta Krajewski, Hadley Peatman, Tessa Purvis, Finnegan Regan, Ava Reichl, Ryker Sughrue, Elsa Tabor, Owen Trafton, Olivia Whitehurst, Kennedy Wirsing. Second Honors – Andrew Bussell, Lila […]
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