Kennebunkport Conservation Trust announced the creation of Trust Talks, a new series designed to showcase voices within the community. According to a news release, each session will feature a different speaker, whether a trust board member, community leader, or representative from an organization, who will share their expertise and unique programs, fostering education and collaboration […]
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Tommy McNamara Charitable Foundation grant results in trail challenge
The Tommy McNamara Charitable Foundation recently granted $25,000 to the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust to establish a children’s hiking trail challenge for introducing the youth of the Kennebunks to the vast trail systems in the area. Upon receiving the award, according to a news release, the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust Executive Director, Tom Bradbury, reached out to […]
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Business – Kennebunk Savings employees volunteer over 11,000 hours
Kennebunk Savings, according to a news release, has a powerful culture of volunteerism, and its 330 employees are celebrating a grand total of 11,078 hours volunteered in 2024. “It always takes a few weeks to get it all tallied up because we all do so much,” said Rachel Peter, the bank’s volunteer coordinator, in an […]
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Printmaker’s etchings featured at Kennebunk Free Library
Speers Gallery at Kennebunk Free Library will present “A Career in Prints,” by Brian D. Cohen. in March. The exhibit runs March 1-31, with an opening reception scheduled for 3 to 5p.m. on Saturday, March 1. The public is welcome. According to a library news release, Cohen’s exhibit will feature a series of etchings spanning […]
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Business – Dumont appointed executive chef at White Barn Inn
White Barn Inn, Auberge Resorts Collection, announced the appointment of Executive Chef Mary Dumont. Known for her impressive career spanning some of the nation’s most renowned kitchens, Chef Dumont brings a wealth of experience and visionary approach to the beloved White Barn Inn Restaurant and its casual counterpart, Little Barn. Dumont was raised in a […]
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County Report: Peer group supports significant others of first responders
Meetings commence Feb. 23.
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Kennebunk housing units in $42,000-$50,000 median income range win town approval
Avesta Housing is one step closer to building affordable senior housing in Kennebunk with approval from the town Planning Board.
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Kennebunk woodworker opens community space in honor of late son
Donald Oakes recently opened Mainely Makers in West Kennebunk, a tribute to his late son Jameson Oakes.
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Winter Wildlife Day planned at Wells Reserve
Wells Reserve at Laudholm announced that it will present Winter Wildlife Day, with longtime partners Center for Wildlife and York County Audubon. According to a news release, the event will be hosted at Wells Reserve on Feb. 20, and “will be a morning of family fun celebrating the wildlife of southern Maine.” The day will […]
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LoBello, former Ogunquit restauranteur, named to Lacrosse Hall of Fame
For decades, scores of people enjoyed dining at Vincent’s Steak and Lobster House in Ogunquit, basking in the hospitality and culinary expertise of Vin LoBello. Few knew, however, that LoBello had an athletic presence that rivaled his excellence as a restauranteur. LoBello was a legendary figure in the development of the sport of lacrosse throughout […]