The Just History Project website, an initiative aimed at uncovering and documenting the often-overlooked histories of Black, Indigenous, and people of color in Kennebunk and the surrounding towns of Wells, Kennebunkport and Arundel, has been launched by the Brick Store Museum. The resulting Just History database can be found on the museum’s website at www.brickstoremuseum.org/justhistory. […]
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Oldies Dance Group raises $8,750 for Ronald McDonald House
Never let it be said that those who appreciate rock n’ roll music could care less about others. As evidence of that, the Oldies Dance Group’s Benefit Dance last fall set records once again in raising money for the Ronald McDonald House of Portland. The dance raised $8,750 to donate to the Ronald McDonald House […]
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Kennebunk teacher has innovative approach to race education
Kennebunk High School teacher Greg Smith teaches a new elective course called, “Race in America,” encouraging students to look beyond their small town.
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Regional teen center is a ‘safe haven’
My Place Teen Center opened in downtown Biddeford in December. Since then, the building has almost always been full.
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County Report: First County Foundation looks to fill needs at training and recovery centers
As construction continues on the York County Regional First Responder Training Center and the York County Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Center, the county government is looking ahead to opening day — and to making a difference in the lives of residents in York County. York County Commissioners are looking forward to welcoming folks looking […]
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Travis Mills Foundation to host annual Vietnam vets breakfast
The Travis Mills Foundation will host its annual Vietnam Era Veterans Breakfast, welcoming Vietnam-era veterans to the Augusta Civic Center at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, March 26. The free event is open to all Vietnam-era veterans and includes a complimentary breakfast for both the veteran and one guest. Tickets are required and can be reserved […]
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Newberry & Verch to open Concerts in West K! season
The 2025 season of Concerts in West K! kicks off Friday, March 7, at 7:30 p.m., with a concert by the duo of Newberry & Verch. The Newberry & Verch show is part of the long-running Concerts in West K! series, produced by Mousam River Music in collaboration with the Brick Store Museum. The museum […]
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Kennebunk voters approve waste contract, noise ordinance
Voters decided to strengthen the town’s noise ordinance and approve a new waste tipping contract last week.
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Kennebunk officials eye better cell coverage with new downtown tower
The proposed cell tower on town-owned land would provide better cell coverage on Route 1 and in downtown Kennebunk, officials said.
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Kennebunk residents ask school board to ban transgender athletes
Two residents urged the board to ban transgender athletes from sports at a recent meeting, receiving pushback from the community.