KENNEBUNK — The December 2017 exhibition at the Kennebunk Free Library is “Keepsakes by Kate: Reminds You That Art is Suitable for the Soul,” the acrylic works of Kate Banks. The public is invited to view the exhibit during regular library hours when the gallery is not in use for library programs. Library hours are […]
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Ogunquit ramps up campaign to improve water quality
OGUNQUIT — Elevated levels of fecal indicator bacteria from humans, pets, and wildlife in the Ogunquit River and its tributaries and beaches has prompted ongoing water quality monitoring conducted by the town of Ogunquit and Maine Healthy Beaches. According to a news release issued by the town, Ogunquit has partnered with the Maine Department of […]
Wells High School to present ‘The Crucible’
WELLS — The Wells Players will present the Arthur Miller drama “The Crucible,” opening with a 3:30 p.m. performance Tuesday, Nov. 14. Seats for the matinee are $5 with free admission offered to students and senior citizens. The show will continue with 6:30 p.m. evening performances on Wednesday, Nov. 15 and Thursday, Nov. 16. The […]
David’s KPT to emerge as new restaurant in 2018
KENNEBUNKPORT — Tim Harrington, a Kennebunkport Resort Collection founding partner, has announced that David’s KPT closed Monday to make way for a new concept to be revealed in early 2018. Chef David Turin joined Harrington in making the announcement citing a mutual agreement to part ways. “We were so honored to have a chef and […]
Fundraiser helps Wells High Select a Cappella Chorus reach NYC
WELLS — The “Wells High School Select a Cappella Chorus” has been invited to New York City to be part of an elite international a cappella chorus performing in a concert event called Total Vocal in March at Lincoln Center. The large assembly of singers, without any musical accompaniment, is composed of about 200 students […]
Seawall in Kennebunk stabilizing
KENNEBUNK — The Middle Beach seawall, which town officials said was in a state of erosion a month ago, has seen little to no further deterioration since that time, town officials said during a Board of Selectmen’s meeting on Tuesday. Town Engineer Chris Osterrieder said in September that the seawall had experienced a loss of material […]
Volunteers restore pedestrian path at Seashore Trolley Museum
KENNEBUNKPORT — No act of kindness ever goes unrewarded and numerous volunteers for the Seashore Trolley Museum in Kennebunkport have to feel pretty good about what they’ve been able to accomplish. According to Sally Bates, Seashore Trolley Museum executive director, the pedestrian path at the museum has been restored courtesy of the efforts of countless […]
Wells Police Log
WELLS — The Wells Police Department has released the names of individuals arrested or cited between Oct. 18 and Oct. 22. • Adonis McKenzie, 28, of Sanford was arrested for operating without a license following a traffic stop on Sanford Road on Oct. 18. McKenzie was later bailed and released from Wells Police custody. McKenzie […]
Kennebunk residents can perform double duty on Election Day
KENNEBUNK — On Nov. 7, many will be heading to the polls to exercise their right to vote. In addition to voting, Kennebunk voters can participate in another civic duty by helping out their fellow residents through donations of food, money or other items. It’s time to Stuff the Bus, Kennebunk’s General Assistance Administrator Karen […]
St. David’s Harvest Fair nearing
KENNEBUNK — The public is invited to attend the annual Harvest Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 138 York St. (Route 1 South near Wells line) in Kennebunk. Good food abounds with delicious baked goods and sweets for sale along with homemade frozen pot pies and […]