Pulitzer Prize-winning author, historian and journalist Rick Atkinson will discuss the newest volume in his Revolution Trilogy, “The Fate of the Day,” with Susan Swain, journalist and recently retired co-chief executive of C-SPAN on June 19 at the Kennebunk River Club. The Summer Author Event is hosted by the Louis T. Graves Memorial Library and […]
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Kennebunk Free Library accepting faerie house creations
It’s faerie house time at Kennebunk Free Library. Participants are encouraged to build a faerie house to welcome the faeries back to the garden at the library. Faerie houses will be accepted at the library from April 21-29. According to a news release, participants should build a house with a base no larger than 14 […]
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Kennebunk extends contract with Casella
Casella Waste Systems will be responsible for curbside collection of waste in Kennebunk.
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Community News: Kennebunk Land Trust announces nature walk schedule
Kennebunk Land Trust, in a March 19 news release, announced its Nature Walk schedule for 2025. The trust is partnering with many local organizations for the nature walk programs. Each month, the walk will feature a different organization, preserve and theme. Participants are encouraged to join local Maine Guides and Master Naturalists as they lead […]
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County Report: Sheriff celebrates employees, citizens academy graduates
A citizen saw a York County resident wandering in the roadway, and quietly stepped in to assist York County Sheriff’s Office deputies help the older resident who was experiencing cognitive difficulties. Jennifer Stonehouse gently calmed the individual, and in so doing, helped the situation end safely. A member of the YCSO command staff, Operations Major […]
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County Report: County budget committee to caucus, April 9, elect members
The York County Budget Committee – the board that meets to review the York County government spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year – will caucus April 9 and vote to fill vacancies. There are seven positions to be filled by elected municipal officials from the five York County Commission districts, as outlined in state […]
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Seashore Trolley Museum seeks seasonal, year-round volunteers
The world’s first and largest electric railway museum is looking for new volunteers to join its ranks. Seashore Trolley Museum recently held a new volunteer open house and encouraged those interested to learn more about the seasonal and year-round volunteer opportunities available. The campus is located at 195 Log Cabin Road in Kennebunkport. In anticipation […]
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Step back in time with Louisa May Alcott at Brick Store Museum
The Brick Store Museum invites literature lovers and history enthusiasts to an afternoon tea with Louisa May Alcott. The event will take place on April 12 at 2 p.m. and offers an opportunity to meet the famed author of “Little Women,” through the portrayal of a historical interpreter. According to a news release, “renowned performer […]
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Wells Reserve to host Hogfish arts presentation
Hogfish arts company will present, “Between the Sea & ME: A Grief Ritual for Modern Humans,” at Wells Reserve at Laudholm. The event is scheduled for noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, April 6. The session, according to a news release, is geared toward those who are experiencing feelings of grief, fear, disconnect, and concern for […]