KENNEBUNKPORT — The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library has opened its new Mothers Wing, providing the library with a multitude of new functions available to the public. Dozens of locals dropped by the library at 18 Maine St. on Friday for the grand opening and tours of the library’s new wing. The new 5,000-square-foot […]
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Seacoast Garden Club to host annual open meeting
KENNEBUNKPORT — The Seacoast Garden Club extends an invitation to men and women in the community to attend its annual open meeting on Monday, Nov. 13 in the Community House, 8 Temple St. (across from the Post Office) in Kennebunkport. Parking is available in the town parking lot behind Alisson’s Restaurant and the Community House. […]
Halloween Benefit supports Wells Public Library
WELLS — The Wells Public Library is pleased to announce their second Halloween Benefit to support the Wells Public Library Growing Again Campaign. The benefit will start at 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 27 at Jonathan’s in Ogunquit. There will be a three-course meal and dancing all night with the Blue Note Big Band. Costumes are […]
WJHS students present ‘The Redemption of Gertie Greene’
WELLS — This month, Wells Junior High School students will perform the play, “The Redemption of Gertie Greene,” a drama mixed with comedy written by Taryn Temple. The curtain will open to three performances, Thursday, Oct. 26 and Friday, Oct. 27 both at 7 p.m., and on Saturday Oct. 28, a matinee at 2 p.m. […]
Loyola University Maryland welcomes Kennebunk student
BALTIMORE, Md. — Claire Beath of Kennebunk is now a member of the Class of 2021 at Loyola University Maryland. As first-year students embark on their college experience, they will all take part in Loyola’s living learning program, Messina. The common text for Messina is Just Mercy, by Bryan Stevenson. The book, a compelling first-hand […]
Grant assists those adopting senior cats at AWS
WEST KENNEBUNK — Through a generous grant from the Doris Day Animal Foundation, the Animal Welfare Society is able to offer post-adoption support to the adopters of senior cats, ages 8 and older. While funds last, adopters of senior cats are eligible for up to $100 in qualified, non-routine veterinary care. Qualified care can include […]
National Drug Take Back Day nears in York County
YORK COUNTY — Every year about this time, individuals and families rummage through their medicine cabinets and find old and unused prescription drugs they’d like to dispose of during National Drug Take Back Day. This year’s event is no exception and will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28 at locations […]
WHS investigating allegations of racism at football game
By PAT McDONALD Sports Editor WELLS — The Wells High School football team turned in an impressive performance last Friday night as the Warriors cruised to a 36-6 win over the previously undefeated Lisbon Greyhounds. It seemed to be another great night for the Wells program, which won a state title last season and is […]
‘Savory & Sweet Soiree’ benefits Community Harvest
KENNEBUNK — Those who live by the motto “Life is short, enjoy dessert first,” are in for a major treat coming up in Kennebunk. On Thursday, Oct. 26, Community Harvest, a nonprofit organization serving Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel, is hosting its annual “Savory & Sweet Soiree” at the Nonantum Resort in Kennebunkport. The annual event […]
Original ‘Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde’ film to screen in Ogunquit
OGUNQUIT — It was first a best-selling novel, then an immensely popular stage play. So it was just a matter of time before the movies tackled “Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde,” Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic tale of a man tortured by two personalities—one thoroughly good and the other completely evil. “Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde,” […]