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Friday, January 5, 2024 Volume 20 • Issue No. 1
Wells Beach Dredge Begins January 8 WELLS Wells Harbor certainly has a different look this winter, now that all the floats and moorings have been removed for the upcoming dredge. The cormorants are usually seen balancing themselves on the mooring balls, drying their wings, and seals are normally seen out on the floats, soaking up the sun’s warm rays. A few seals have adapted to the new conditions, and now sunbathe on the sand bar at low tide; perhaps this trend will continue until the
floats are all back in place. The proposed work consists of two parts: 1. A full maintenance dredging of the Wells Harbor Federal Navigation Project (FNP), which includes an eight foot deep entrance channel and a six foot deep inner channel and anchorage area, and 2. A periodic maintenance dredging of portions of the FNP on an asneeded basis. The dredging process entails removing approximately 170,000 cubic yards of sand through a cutterhead pipeline.
The sand will then be pumped from the dredge areas and relocated to designated spots on Wells and Drakes Island Beaches to enhance beach nourishment. The overall purpose of the project is to remove shoaling that has occurred since previous maintenance of the channels, which last happened in January of 2014. At the request of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, approximately 800 cubic yards of sand will be stockpiled on
lane roadway, drivers should slow down to a speed that is safe, and approach with caution, unless otherwise directed by an emergency worker on the scene. Some states recommend slowing to a speed that is 10-20 mph less than the posted speed limit. On multi-lane roadways, slow down when you see the flashing lights of an emergency vehicle at the roadside and, if
possible, move over into an adjacent lane. If unable to switch lanes, slow to a speed that is safe and reasonable. Some states recommend slowing to a speed that is 10-20 mph less than the posted speed limit. For more information, v i sit w w w.m a i ne t u r npi ke. com/safety/move-over-law. To view AAA’s public service commercial, visit https://vimeo. com/859009636.
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Maine’s Move Over Law participated in educational and advocacy initiatives, creating public service announcements and reaching out to state legislative officials. To protect roadside workers and improve highway safety, AAA offers these precautionary tips: A lways re m a i n a le r t. Avoid distractions and focus on the task of driving. Watch for situations where emergency vehicles, tow trucks, utility service vehicles or disabled vehicles are stopped on the side of the road. W hen approaching an emergency vehicle with lights f lashing on the side of a two-
STATEWIDE In Maine, drivers are required by law to either move over when possible or, if not feasible, to slow down for emergency vehicles such as ambulances, police cars, tow trucks, and, as of this past October, any disabled vehicle along a roadside. According to AAA, each year, an average of 60 emergency responders face the risk of being struck and killed by vehicles while working roadside. Shockingly, nearly one person succumbs to such incidents each day, amounting to a staggering average of 350 fatalities annually in the United States. Despite Move Over laws being enacted in all 50 states, a concerning 71% of Americans remain uninformed about the regulations. These laws man-
date drivers to reduce their speed and switch lanes, ensuring the safety of emergency workers. It is essential to raise awareness about these regulations to prevent further tragedies on the roads. Each year, AAA is dedicated to rescuing stranded motorists across the country. Service technicians and tow truck operators put their lives at risk every time they respond to a call for help. Since 2007, AAA has been instrumental in helping pass Move Over laws in all states, including advocating for those laws to cover tow truck drivers and first responders. Additionally, AAA clubs have
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SOUTH BERWICK The Marshwood Schools High School (MHS) Freshman class took on the theme of “Service” for their advisory time throughout the school year. Their first service project involved creating gift baskets for the South Berwick Food Pantry. On Tuesday, December 19, thir-
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teen freshmen advisories turned in gift baskets to the pantry, with the hopes that their donated items helped to brighten area holidays. The freshman class would like to thank the Marshwood Education Foundation for approving a grant to help supply the baskets.
Cubs and Scouts Assemble Goodie Bags for Pantry BERWICK On Monday, December 18, Berwick Cub Scout Pack 313 and Girl Scout Troop 902 put together 150 Christmas goodie bags for the Table of Plenty, an area community kitchen that offers weekly meals in Berwick and Kittery. Girl Scout Troop 1411 also contributed to the project by submitting their collective Troop donations to the project. A great job done by the kids! Special thanks also goes out to the parents who support both the Cub Scout and Girl Scout troops.
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