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“The Wall That Heals” Comes to Southern Maine

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The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile education center, is coming to Sanford from September 5-10. The memorial replica will be located on Route 109 in South Sanford, across from Walmart.

“The Wall” will be open 24 hours a day starting on Thursday, September 7, and is free to the public. The traveling memorial honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. armed forces during the

Vietnam War. It bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice

in Vietnam.

“The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund is pleased to

bring “The Wall That Heals” mobile exhibit to Sanford, Maine to allow local veterans and their family members a chance to experience The Wall,” said Jim Knotts, president and CEO of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VMF). “Hosting The Wall That Heals provides an opportunity to honor and remember all those who served and sacrificed in the Vietnam War and educate visitors on the continuing impact of the Vietnam War on America.”

The Wall That Heals is transported from community to

community in a 53-foot trailer. When parked, the trailer opens with exhibits built into its sides, allowing it to serve as a mobile education center telling the story of the Vietnam War, a divisive era in American history.

The three-quarter scale replica is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. Visitors will experience the memorial rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of the original memorial in Wash-

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Tony V Headlines Wells Free Summer Comedy Series

WELLSBoston comedian Tony V headlines Craft Comedy’s free summer comedy series, featured at the Wells Harbor Park gazebo at 362 Harbor Road in Wells. Named the “Funniest Person in Massachusetts” by Showtime television, Boston’s Tony V brings a mix of street-wise humor and a genuine feel for the human condition to his act.

Tony V followed performances early in his career on HBO, the Arts and Entertainment Network, Comedy Central

and MTV with multiple highly acclaimed appearances on “Late Night w/ Conan O’Brien,” Comedy Central’s “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn,” and several sitcoms including “Seinfeld,” “Boston Common,” “The Single Guy,” and “Dr. Katz Professional Therapist.” Tony has worked with Jay Leno, Dennis Miller, Bobcat Goldthwait, Steven Wright, Adam Sandler and other friends and nationally known acts. He has opened for Kenny Rogers, The Temptations, Billy Ray Cyrus, The Beach Boys and Joan Jett.

Tony’s big screen outings in-

clude “The Heat,” “State and Main,” “Celtic Pride,” “Housesitter,” “One Crazy Summer,”

and “Shakes the Clown,” “By the Sea” and “Abracadabra.” Tony is supported by fellow comedians Scott MacNeil and Geoff Payson.

Craft Comedy produces events at unique venues throughout New England, and was founded in 2015 by comedian and Wells resident Geoff Payson. Geoff is a comedian, actor, radio personality and producer. He got his start as a regular at Boston clubs including Stitches, Nick’s Comedy Stop and Catch a Rising Star, and has performed across New England and the United States.

Craft Comedy thanks the Town of Wells for use of the park for this, their sixth annual event, and to sponsors Arundel Ford, Sevigney/Lyons Insurance, the Maine Diner, The Bistro at R&R Chocolate, Salon Loka, and Tully’s.

Tony V performs at the gazebo 6 p.m. on Wednesday, August 30. For more information, visit www.craftcomedypresents.com, email craftcomedypresents@gmail.com, or call 617-590-1716. For more information on Wells Recreation events, visit https:// wellsme.myrec.com/info.

Pop-Up Game Pods at Kittery Community Center

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Exciting new pop-up game pods are coming to the Kittery Community Center Frisbee Lawn, offering fun outdoor recreation options for kids, teens, and anyone young at heart.

The pods, courtesy the Kittery Youth Ad Hoc Committee, can be found at the Kittery Community Center Frisbee Lawn at 120 Rogers Road, and at Emery Field Park at 2 Cole Street, under the tent.

The game pods will be in place through September, and will feature a variety of games, including giant Jenga tumble blocks, cornhole, and a giant Connect Four

game board. The public is encouraged to meet up with friends, schoolmates and neighbors and check out the new game pods for some outdoor fun during the month. Visitors who find games with missing or broken pieces are encouraged to contact the Kittery Community Center at 207-4393800.

The Youth Ad Hoc Committee would love to know what the public thinks. Share input and feedback by taking the short Pop-Up Game Pod survey at www.surveymonkey.com/r/gamepods.

For more information, visit www.kitteryme.gov/gamepods.

Vouchers for Veterans at Kittery Community Market

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In a heartwarming initia-

tive aimed at acknowledging the dedication and sacrifices area veterans and active-duty service members make, the Kittery Community Market (KCM) has announced that it is hosting a new program, “Vouchers for Veterans,” every Sunday in September from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This special program is a collaboration between local businesses, farms, and the veteran community, designed to foster local economic growth while extending gratitude to those who have served.

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“Vouchers for Veterans” offers an exclusive opportunity for veterans and active-duty service members to enjoy a day of community engagement while reaping the benefits of $20 in vouchers to spend at the diverse range of agricultural and food vendors at the Kittery Community Market. The program exemplifies the market’s com-

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mitment to supporting local farms, small businesses, and area veterans.

Participating in the initiative is simple. Veterans and active-duty service members can visit the market at 10 Shapleigh Road in Kittery and pick up their vouchers. To receive the vouchers, vets are asked to present a valid military ID and proof of residency in either New Hampshire or Maine. The program is open to both veterans and active-duty personnel, irrespective of financial need. The market serves as an excellent gathering spot for engaging in conversations with fellow comrades. Many attendees find themselves drawn to the market for the purpose of social exchange and shared experiences. Moreover, a representative from the Office of Military Affairs and Veterans Services will be present at various markets, ready to address any inquiries regarding benefits.

The “Vouchers for Veterans” program demonstrates KCM’s appreciation for the sacrifices made by veterans and active-duty service members and serves as a catalyst for stimulating the local economy. This initiative promotes community collaboration, growth, and

New Law to Minimize Propagation of Invasive Aquatic Plants

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To reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species in Maine, a law was recently passed by the Maine Legislature that requires boaters to take specific actions to encourage water to drain from their watercraft prior to entering a water body or leaving a launch site (PUBLIC LAW 2023 CHAPTER 190).

Aquatic invasive species are any fish, wildlife, or plant species that spreads to a water body where they do not naturally occur. These species are often transferred to new locations on watercraft, watercraft trailers, and other equipment associated with water recreation, and they impact the health of our waters, fish, and wildlife.

As of June 16, 2023, boaters are now required to do the following:

Prior to entering a water body and when preparing to leave

mutual support by connecting local farms and small businesses with the veteran community.

For more information, visit www.kitterycommunitymarket. com or email info@vouchersforveterans.org.

launch sites, boaters are required to remove or open any devices designed for routine removal/opening (for example, hull drain plugs, bailers, live wells, ballast tanks) to encourage draining of areas containing water (excluding live bait containers). This must be done in a way that does not allow drained water to enter any inland water of the state. This puts into law what the Clean, Drain, Dry educational and outreach campaign has already been encouraging boaters to do. By ensuring that all boaters are draining water when it is from a different source than the inland water body they are about to enter, the risk of spreading aquatic invasive species including some that are not always visible by eye, to new areas is drastically reduced. Similar laws are already in effect

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Town of Eliot

Eliot Food Pantry

Open every Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Eliot Baptist Church, 912 Dow Hwy., Eliot. Donations are accepted at the same time and place. FMI: 207-748-1248.

Towns of Kennebunk & Kennebunkport

Citizen’s Academy

Five Wednesday seminars starting in September, 6-7:30 p.m., at Kennebunkport Police Station,

101 Main St., Kennebunkport. Participants learn about the town’s budget and permit process, and gain insight into how municipal decisions are made. FMI and to sign up: ynickless@kennebunkportme. gov or 207-967-1607.

School Board at RSU 21

RSU 21 Select Board is now accepting applications for an interim School Board member. The application and details are available online and at the town hall. Applications must be returned by 4:30 p.m. on September 1 to be reviewed at the September 14 meet-

Marmion House rectory lawn

(if rain, inside the church sanctuary).

Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and enjoy wine and cheese from The Beachmere Inn as well as musical favorites by the 17-member New Legacy Swing Band.

All proceeds go to the Preservation Fund for our nationally historic St. Peter’s by the Sea Episcopal since 1897.

Parking at: St. Peter’s by the Sea, 535 Shore Road, Cape Neddick.

ing. FMI: www.kennebunkportme. gov/home/news/rsu-21-schoolboard-opening.

Nominations for the Boston Post Cane

The Town Clerk’s office is seeking to award the Boston Post Cane to Kennebunkport’s oldest citizen. The recipient must be at least 90 years old and have lived in Kennebunkport for the last 20 years. Nominations are due by September 1. FMI: 207-967-1610.

Sneaker Recycling

Community Outreach Services

Tickets: $30 per person reservations can be made in advance by sending a check to The St. Peter’s Preservation Fund, Linda Seager, 25 Howe Lane, Hollis, NH 03049. Tickets available and payment welcome also at the entrance.

For more information: Email Lseager10@gmail.com or call 603-566-2773.

(COS) food pantry is accepting old sneakers only in pairs. Drop off locations include: COS Food Pantry, 19 Park St., Kennebunk, bin is under awning; Kennebunkport Public Health Office, 101 Amain St., Kennebunkport, bin on porch; Sea Road Church, 140 Sea Rd., Kennebunk, bin in church foyer. The drive keeps sneakers from landfi lls, and is a fundraiser for COS. FMI: fundraising@coskennebunks.org.

Kennebunk Little Pantry Donations can be dropped off at any time on the front porch of the Kennebunk-KennebunkportArundel Chamber of Commerce offi ces, 16 Water St. FMI: www. chamber.gokennebunks.com/list/ member/little-pantry-1995.

COS Food4Kids Program

Community Outreach Services of the Kennebunks and Arundel provides nutritious breakfasts and lunches for children on weekends, school holidays, and summer break through the Food4Kids program. FMI: 207-604-1394 or tbarden@kennebunkmaine.us.

Town of Kittery

Absentee Ballot

Applications Accepted

The Town of Kittery is now accepting absentee ballot applications for the November 7 Municipal and State Referendum Election. Voters can request an absentee ballot until 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 2. Absentee ballots are not actually available at this time. To request an absentee ballot, call 207-475-1313 or go to www. kitteryme.gov/town-clerk/pages/ voting-elections to download one. Once the PDF form is completed, email it to jrichards@kitteryme. org or jwheeler@kitteryme.org, or mail it to Kittery Town Hall, 200 Rogers Road, Kittery, ME 03904. To request an absentee ballot inperson, visit the Customer Service Center at Town Hall. The election

will be held on November 7, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the Kittery Community Center gymnasium, 20 Rogers Road, Kittery.

Town Council, School Committee Nominations

Nomination papers for two Town Council and two School Committee seats are available at the Town Clerk’s offi ce, 200 Rogers Rd., Kittery. Completed nominations must be returned by 1:30 p.m. on September 8. Election will be held November 7. FMI: jrichards@kitteryme.org or 207-475-1313.

Footprints Food Pantry & Phinn’s Pet Food Pantry

Footprints reduces the impact of hunger in Kittery and Eliot, providing fresh produce, nonperishables, meats, dairy, and household products for those in need. Footprints can also deliver to those without a car or who are homebound. Call ahead for delivery eligibility. Phinn’s Pet Food Pantry, part of Footprints Food Pantry in partnership with Maine Meat, helps provide supplies for pets in the Kittery and Eliot areas. Donations always needed!

Located at 37 Old Post Rd., Kittery, Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m., Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m, and Saturdays 9-10 a.m. FMI: www.footprintsfoodpantry.org or 207-439-4673.

Town of North Berwick

North Berwick Food Pantry

Located at the Mary Hurd Academy, 77 High St., North Berwick, drivethrough pantry open Mondays 3:30-5:30 p.m. FMI: www.facebook. com/groups/2419768814995387/ about.

Town of Ogunquit

Dogs Prohibited from Ogunquit Beaches

Dogs are prohibited from all Ogunquit beaches. Current regulations See OGUNQUIT on page 5 . . .

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Safe Haven Humane Society Rabies Advisory

WELLSTwo big events to talk about! First, from now until Sept 15, Safe Haven is blessed to receive a matching gift grant from a local donor. Every dollar of any tax-deductible donation to Safe Haven will be matched 100%, up to $25,000, an awesome opportunity to double any contribution. Donations by check can be mailed to Safe Haven Humane Society, PO Box 91, Wells, ME 04090. Credit card or PayPal payments are also accepted on the shelter’s website.

Here is the second exciting

event. This Saturday, August 26 at the Cattail Farm location, 1784 Post Road, the farmhouse cat care team will be hosting a Kitty Open House, 1-4 p.m. Cattail Farm is not only the home to Safe Haven’s thrift/treasure/antique shop, but the attached farmhouse also serves as a second shelter. The first shelter at 1420 Post Road in Wells is not large enough to accommodate all the kitties, so the farmhouse is used to help house overflow, fulfilling Safe Haven’s mission to save more lives.

The Cattail Farmhouse currently houses 36 cats and kittens waiting for their forever homes. And this upcoming Saturday, the public can come to the farmhouse to meet them! Those who may encounter a kitty or a pair of kittens (like brothers Maverick and Brooks, pictured) and feel that sudden “love attraction,” can make an appointment to come back another day to apply for adoption.

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Maine’s Health and Environmental Testing Laboratory confirmed recently that a woodchuck found in Kennebunkport tested positive for rabies.

Rabies is a disease that is caused by a transmittable virus, affecting the brain and spinal cord, and can cause death if left untreated. The virus lives in the saliva, brain and spinal cord (neural tissue) of an infected animal. It is spread when a rabid animal bites or scratches a person

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or another animal, or if a rabid animal’s saliva or neural tissue comes in contact with a person or animal’s mouth, nose or eyes, or enters a cut in the skin. Rabies is not spread by touching dried saliva, blood, urine, or feces.

Rabies is common in wild animals throughout Maine, with the most commonly infected animals being skunks, raccoons, bats, and foxes. Rabies can infect any animal with fur, but is very rare among small rodents like squirrels, rats, mice, and chip-

munks. Bat exposures are often difficult to detect, especially in the cases of a sleeping person awakening to a bat in the room, or an adult discovering a bat in a room with an unattended child, a mentally disabled person, or an intoxicated person.

The Maine CDC advises to never touch any wild or unknown animal. Pet owners should also make sure their animals are up to date on their rabies vaccines. Vaccines last for three years.

For more information, visit www.maine.gov/dhhs/rabies.

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Please welcome our two sweet Louisiana cats, Eloise and Victor! Eloise and Victor come from an overcrowded shelter in Louisiana. The pair are two years old, spayed and neutered. They are also up-to-date on all vaccinations. They are big kitties, weighing in at 12 lbs. These two beauties would love a home together, as they are fairly bonded.

An ideal home for Eloise and Victor would be a quiet one with adults only, or with kids over ten, including any visiting grandchildren. Those who would like to meet these stunning cats can call Emma’s Angels at the number listed below.

Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all volunteer, foster based organization in North Berwick. Needed at this time: Wee-Wee pads. The shelter has several senior long-term fosters who use them. Donations can be left in the drop box at 30 Meeting House Road in North Berwick. We thank you for your continued support!

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Maverick and Brooks and all their fuzzy friends are ready to meet potential adopters. Cat team volunteers will be on hand to assign a time slot, and visitors will form small groups to ensure quality time with the cats and kittens. Because of their tight bonds, kittens are often adopted in pairs, so Safe Haven asks potential adopters to please keep that in mind. This event is a tour and showing event to meet available kitties; adoptions will not be taking place on Saturday. The adoption counselors will explain the adoption and screening process. This will be a fun event, and the staff at Safe Haven is looking forward to showing off the lovely

Safe Haven Humane Society PO Box 91 / 1784 Post Road Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-1611 / (207) 216-9169

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Safe Haven’s shop is open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Clean, gently used donations are welcomed 12-3 p.m. on Saturdays and 4-7 p.m. on Tuesdays. Safe Haven does not accept “yard sale leftovers.” The shelter is currently in need of packing and wrapping paper to wrap purchases. They are also looking for beach cottage and nautical items, fall items and home decor, and Halloween items. Thank you!

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are in place primarily to protect endangered nesting piping plovers. The Town of Ogunquit has signed a Beach Management Contract with Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, formalizing guidelines to safeguard the birds during their mating and nesting season.

Town of South Berwick

South Berwick Community

Food Pantry

The pantry is located at 47 Ross St., South Berwick, and serves South Berwick residents. FMI: bpote@sbpd.us or 207-384-4324.

Town of Wells

Dogs Permitted on Wells

Beach at Night

Through September 15, between 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. Dogs must be leashed. Exceptions: Seeing eye dogs, dogs assisting an individual with a disability or working police dogs. Horses permitted October 2 through March 31. All other large

domesticated animals are not permitted within the beach areas.

County of York

York County Shelter

Food Pantry

The food pantry is seeking non-perishable food donations and food drives on their behalf. The pantry, located at 5 Swetts Bridge Rd., Alfred, serves about 4,500 people every month and is

open 12-3 p.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays. FMI: 207-324-1137 or mikeo@ycspi.org.

Weekly Happenings

Historic Walking Tours of Perkins Cove Ogunquit Heritage Museum offers historic walking tours of Perkins Cove on Mondays and Wednes-

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September’s Charms

By Cheryl Farley, Guest Columnist

Whoa! How can it be the end of August already? What happened to summer? Did we have a summer? And now, the long days of summer are waning fast and late sunsets are coming to a close, but, there are still plenty of surprises awaiting in the garden to help soften the end of the lovely lazy, hazy days. Local tomatoes are finally perfect for the picking.

Silver Queen corn is ready and at its sweet crunchiest peak. The sunflowers are in bloom, their cheerful faces following the sun across the sky from sun-up to down. There are still plenty of perennials blooming in their glory. And there is still time to plant!

Fall blooming flowers can keep the garden looking chipper right up to winter’s edge. Asters, mums, clematis paniculate and sedums will shine during this time.

Fall favorites, however, are anemones, aka windflowers, which can still be found in garden centers for sale and planted through mid-September. With names like “Honorine Jobert,” “Whirlwind” and “September Charm,” how can one resist! These lovely dainty flowers dance in the wind on long willowy stems that somehow never droop or fall over except under the most extreme cases of foul weather or too much shade. They come in a range of soft pinks, lavenders and white, and thrive best in dappled sunlight under the tall branches of a shade tree. They are easy to grow and care for and look marvelous when paired with hosta or fall blooming hydrangea.

Designing a Media Room

Anemone tomentosa Robustissima – sounds like a great Italian wine, doesn’t it? But really, this robust variety will fill in large gaps and add refined elegance to a garden wall or fence, or to the garden bed surrounded by favorite perennials. If given the space, it will naturalize easily and is hearty to zone 3, which makes it a great choice for places with harsher winters. Its light pink blossoms with sunny yellow stamin will keep even the most pessimistic observer believing that summer is still in full swing!

Looking to brighten up a shady nook or gloomy cranny?

Honorine Jobert to the rescue!

This exquisite heirloom bloomer hails from France and has been delighting gardeners since 1858. Its elegant silky white petals are graced with a hint of pink at their outer edges and sway on 36-inch stems from August through October. Another great white heirloom variety is Whirlwind. This one was introduced to the world in New York in 1887 and has

The term “home theater” once made homeowners who love movies and sports dream of the day when they could afford to dedicate a large area in their home to watching the big game or their favorite films. With the advent of more affordable technology and a wide variety of cloud computing and media streaming services, home theaters are more often referred to these days as “media rooms.” Though the terminology may have changed, media rooms are not much different from traditional home theaters of the past.

Before choosing an area of their home as their designated media room, homeowners need to consider a host of variables to ensure they get as much out of the room as possible.

Location and shape. The location of the room is of importance when setting up a new media room. Media rooms tend to be more social settings than traditional home theaters, which are often designed to be isolated from the rest of the home so noise

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graced gardens with its wispy, whirly ways ever since. It is a tad smaller and more compact than its French relative, making it perfect for smaller spaces, yet its semidouble flowers made up of dozens of somewhat twisted petals look as though they whirl in the slightest hint of a wind. Both of these are hearty to zone 5.

September Charm holds its

and natural light do not adversely affect the film-watching experience. Homeowners may not want their media rooms to be in high traffic areas of their homes, but they need not be completely secluded, either. The renovation experts at the DIY Network note that the shape of a room should be considered before designating it as the media room. In general, square rooms are not ideal, as such rooms can produce harmonic distortions. A rectangular room likely will not produce such distortions, especially when homeowners place their screens and primary speakers on the shorter walls. It is important that homeowners do not downplay the importance of sound, as media rooms, unlike traditional home theaters, may be used for listening to music just as much as they are for watching films or sports. Viewers may not recognize distortions when watching a program, but homeowners may notice these abnormalities when listening to music.

Windows. Media rooms

own in the garden with its silver pink flowers with rose shading throughout the petals. As the flowers fade, their petals fall to the ground, leaving a lovely seed head that dances along with its siblings in the gentle breezes of late summer. As with all anemones, no need to deadhead! It is hearty to zone 4, can take a bit of sun and its cut flowers look great in vase on the sill or dining table.

There are many varieties of anemones to choose from. Some work as groundcovers, some are shorter and more compact, and some even bloom in the spring! Once planted, these beauties may take a year or two to establish themselves in the garden bed. Be sure to mulch with leaves or straw to protect the roots from harsh winters. Be patient in the spring, as they are late to emerge. As gardeners have loved and grown these gems for more than a century – they will continue to return joy year after year, helping to make the fading light of summer as charming a time as any.

tend to be multi-purpose rooms, so homeowners do not need to remove rooms with windows from consideration. But the experts at the DIY Network note that windows are hard surfaces that can reflect sound and distort audio, and the light that comes in through the windows can produce reflections on the viewing surface. Each of those factors can adversely affect the fmaily’s listening and viewing experience. A room with windows can still make for a good media room, but homeowners may want to consider investing in blackout curtains to mitigate some of the disadvantages of having windows in the room.

Wall color. Room color is another variable homeowners may want to consider when constructing their new media room. Homeowners may not want to host guests for the “big game” in rooms with darkened walls, as darker colors can create a dreary atmosphere and potentially make people feel tired. But especially bright colors will reflect light and adversely affect the viewing experience. Neutral colors should not affect the colors on the screen, making them the better color choice for the walls.

Media rooms are high on many homeowners’ renovation lists. Considering a host of variables prior to designating an area for a media room activity can ensure the finished product is enjoyable for the entire family.

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days, 10-11 a.m., through October. All tours are accompanied by a brochure that includes vintage photographs of Ogunquit. FMI: info@ogunquitheritagemuseum. com or 207-646-0296.

Classic Car Cruise-Ins

Mondays, 4-7 p.m. at Congdon’s Doughnuts, 1090 Post Rd., Wells. Every Monday through Labor Day, with the Maine Coastal Cruisers. Free and open to the public. FMI: www.congdons.com or www.facebook.com/mainecoastalcruisers.

Free Admission Tuesdays

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Visits to the museum are free on Tuesdays through December. FMI: www.brickstoremuseum. org or 207-985-4802.

Bingo at Senior Center

Wednesdays through October.

Doors open at 4 p.m., games at 6 p.m., at the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells. FMI: 207-646-7775.

Overeaters Anonymous

Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at First Federated Parish Church, 150 Main St., South Berwick; Fridays at 9 a.m. at First Parish Church Hall, 180 York St., York. For those who struggle with food, weight, or unwanted food behaviors. Fellowship and support, free of cost. FMI: www.oa.org.

GriefShare

GriefShare is a weekly, faithbased, support group to help those suffering the loss of a loved one. Meetings to be held Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., at Cape Neddick Baptist Church, 34 River Rd.,

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York, starting September 14. There are 13 sessions, with no obligation or cost to attend all or any of them. FMI: www.griefshare.org/ groups/173773 or capeneddickbaptistchurch@gmail.com.

York Rotary Club

York Rotary Club now meets on the first and third Friday of each month, 7:20-8:30 a.m. at the York Public Library community room. Breakfast will be served. FMI: www.yorkmerotary.org or susan. gross@maine.rr.com.

Guided Tours of Perkins House Museum

Fridays and Saturdays at 1 p.m. through October, at Perkins House Museum, 394 Southside Rd., York. $10 Adults, $5 children, and free for members. Reservations required. FMI: programs@oldyork. org or 207-363-4974.

Pancake Saturdays

8-10 a.m. at the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells. All-you-can-eat, plain or blueberry pancakes with sausages, OJ, and coffee, for $8 per person. Through September. FMI: 207-646-7775.

Traip Greenhouse & Garden

Farmers Market

Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Traip Academy, 12 Williams Ave., Kittery. Organic produce, berries, fl owers and bouquets. Volunteers answer gardening questions and ID garden bugs at the Garden Consult Corner (please bring bugs in a sealed bag). Open tours led by farmers market interns. FMI: amasury@kitteryschools.com.

Gateway Farmers Market

Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at York

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Day Weekend

11/18: Jim Brickman with a Little Bit

11/25: Cheryl Wheeler & Kenny White

12/8: Chris Collins & Boulder Canyon, A John Denver Christmas

12/9: Funky Divas of Gospel Christmas Show

12/10: Christmas with The Deep Blue C Studio Orchestra

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Region Chamber of Commerce, 1 Stonewall Ln., York. Through October 7. Local vendors and nonprofits every week. Please bring reusable shopping bags. FMI: www.gatewayfarmersmarket.com.

Kittery Community Market

Sundays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Post Office Square, 10 Shapleigh Rd.,

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Kittery. Produce, artisan crafts, and live music. Through November 19. FMI: www.kitterycommunitymarket.com.

Sunday Chills 3-6 p.m. at Vinegar Hill, 53 Old Post Rd., Arundel. Free, live music in the garden patio, through Labor Day. FMI: www.vinhillmusic.com.

Friday, August 25

Music in the Cove:

Michael Corleto 6-8 p.m. on the Common, Perkins Cove Rd., Ogunquit. Free. FMI: www.ogtmusic.com.

Ellis Park Concert: Compaq Big Band 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Ellis Park, 39 Ocean Ave., York. Free admission. FMI: www.yorkparksandrec.org/ events/special-events.

Jon Pousette-Dart Performance

9 p.m. at Jonathan’s Ogunquit, 92 Bourne Ln., Ogunquit. American classic and folk rock songwriter, musician, and performing artist Jon Pousette-Dart performs at Jonathan’s. FMI: www.jonathansogunquit.com or 207-346-5987.

Saturday, August 26

Water Quality Research, Pet “Poo-lution” Info Day

8 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Seapoint Beach, Kittery. Learn about the research Kittery Land Trust has been doing in collaboration with the Sage Foundation. Water quality findings, guides to eco-friendly trail and beach hiking, and ocean science demonstrations. Free to attend. FMI: www.kitterylandtrust.org or 207-439-8989.

Historical Walking Tour of Kennebunk Beach

10 a.m. at Trinity Chapel, Railroad Ave., Kennebunk Beach. Learn the history of the development of Kennebunk Beach as a tourist destination. $10 per person, $5 for members. FMI and to reserve: www.brickstoremuseum.org or 207-985-4802.

Guided Historic District Walking Tour

12 p.m. at Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Explore the history of the elaborate and historic homes in downtown Kennebunk. Led by museum tour guide. $10 per person, $5 for members. FMI and to reserve: www.brickstoremuseum.org or 207-985-4802.

Beaks & Brews 2023

12-4 p.m. at the Center for Wildlife, 375 Mountain Rd., Cape Neddick. Join a variety of brewing partners

in support of local wildlife! Live music, food, and ambassador animals. All proceeds go to the animals in care at the center. FMI: www.thecenterforwildlife.org or 207-361-1400.

Wells Harbor Park Concert: Dock Squares

6-8 p.m. at Wells Harbor Park, 331 Harbor Rd., Wells. Free admission. Concert will be canceled in the event of rain. FMI: www.wellstown. org/748/summer-concert-series.

Baked Bean & American Chop Suey Supper

4:30-6 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 141 North St., Kennebunkport. Two types of home-baked beans, American chop suey, hot dogs, rolls, Cole slaw, and homemade pie. Exact change required, social distancing encouraged. Adults and children 12 and over, $10 per person, children under 12, $5 per child. Limited seating also available outdoors, weather permitting. FMI: 207-710-7060.

Ellis Park Concert: Windham Swing Band

6:30-8:30 p.m. at Ellis Park, 39 Ocean Ave., York. Free admission. FMI: www.yorkparksandrec.org/ events/special-events.

Sunday, August 27

Music in the Park: Stonebroke

5:30-7 p.m. at the Dorothea Jacobs Grant Common by the Ogunquit Heritage Museum, 86 Obeds Ln., Ogunquit. Free. FMI: www.ogtmusic.com.

Ellis Park Concert: Fred Dame Jr.

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6:30-8:30 p.m. at Ellis Park, 39 Ocean Ave., York. Free admission. FMI: www.yorkparksandrec.org/ events/special-events.

Monday, August 28

Estuary Discoveries

10-11:30 a.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Take a peaceful and easy meander along the trail at Harbor Park, learning about the importance of estuaries. Free but registration required at www.wellsreserve.org, linda@wellsnerr.org, or 207-646-1555.

Tuesday, August 29

Secrets of the Salt Marsh

10-11:30 a.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Learn about salt marsh ecosystems on a docent-led walk. Free with site admission. Registration required at www.wellsreserve. org, caryn@wellsnerr.org, or 207646-1555.

Dementia Support Group

4-5:30 p.m. at Home Instead, 71 Post Rd., Wells. Home Instead and the Alzheimer’s Association offer a free dementia support group on the last Tuesday of every month. FMI: RSVP to 207-641-1155.

Cruisin’ Night Car Show

5 p.m. to dusk at Bentley’s Saloon, 1601 Portland Rd., Arundel. Classic and custom cars, bikes and trucks. The event is free to attend. FMI: www.bentleyssaloon.com or 207-985-8966.

Wednesday, August 30

Guided Fungi Foray

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5-7 p.m. at Brave Boat Headwaters Preserve, 185 Brave Boat Harbor Rd., Kittery. An overview of the ecology of fungi, with guidelines and strategies for foraging. Participants will learn the basics of mushroom identification and will hunt mushrooms on KLT property. Bring a basket, box, or bag for collecting, and a pocketknife is helpful. Free but space is limited, registration strongly encouraged. FMI: www.kitterylandtrust.org or 207-439-8989.

Music in the Cove:

Ocean Avenue Trio

6-8 p.m. on the common, Perkins Cove Rd., Ogunquit. Free admission! FMI: www.ogtmusic.com.

Thursday, August 31

Guided Historic District

Walking Tour

10:30 a.m. at Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Explore the history of the elaborate and historic homes in downtown Kennebunk. Led by museum tour guide. $10 per person, $5 for members. FMI and to reserve: www.brickstoremuseum.org or 207-985-4802.

Meet the Scientists:

Lobster Edition

3-4 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. The lobster is woven into the social, economic, and ecological fabric of Maine. Climate change is reshaping the waters around the Gulf of Maine, and these impacts have altered aspects of lobster biology. Wells Reserve researchers have been studying the reproduction, behavior, and physiology of lobsters, and

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Berwick Public Library

Holiday Closure

The library will be closed on Thursday, August 31 for staff training and on Saturday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day.

Artist on Display: Christina Smith-Krause

Christina Smith-Krause will have her artwork on display at the library through August. Exhibit includes work in acrylics, pastels, watercolor pencils, and assemblages of old ceramics and wood.

Nifty Needleworkers

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Social Seniors

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Hot chocolate, coffee, tea, goodies, good conversation!

Minecraft Wednesdays at 4 p.m.

Boards, Builds & Books

Thursdays at 4 p.m. Lego challenge, STEAM activity, and books.

Children’s Story Time Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Genealogy Club

Genie Club meets first Friday of every month, 1:30-3:30 p.m. The library has access to Ancestry. com and genealogy books.

Bendable Maine

Bendable Maine is a resource that

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includes content on a wide variety of subjects, including job skills, cooking healthier meals, personal finance, home repair, technology, even foraging for mushrooms. Most resources are free to Maine residents. FMI: www.maine.bendable.com.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-698-5737 or visit www.berwick.lib.me.us.

D.A. Hurd Library

Seed Library Seed Library is now available in its own seed catalog. Please take free seeds, grow the plants, then save the seeds to donate back to next year’s seed catalog.

Recipe Swap

Share a favorite special recipe with the library, to be compiled for the summer reading program and for additional related program. Recipe cards available to pick up at the circulation desk.

Library STEM Kits

Kits include astronomy, createa-chain-reaction, engineering, gaming, human body, hydraulics engineering, metal detecting, natural disasters, 4-H galactic quest, rocks-gemstones-minerals, and littleBits Coding. There are also backyard game kits, several game kits, and an audio kit for audiobooks.

Stop. Sit. And… Read

Color, play a game, make a craft, etc. Drop-in the children’s room.

Adult Social Time

Mondays at 10 a.m. Coffee, tea, cocoa, light snacks.

Story Time

Mondays at 10:30 a.m. in the children’s room.

Teen/YA Book Club

Mondays at 3:45 p.m.

LEGO Club

Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.

Cribbage Crew

Tuesdays, 5 p.m.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-676-2215 or visit www.dahurdlibrary.org.

Graves Memorial Public Library

Kennebunkport Climate Action Discussion

Tuesday, August 29, 5:30-6:30

p.m. at the library. Updates and public discussion on Kennebunkport’s Climate Action Plan. Beverages and light snacks will be provided.

Summer Music Series

Wednesday, August 30, 6 p.m.

Jimmy Mac will perform as part of the Summer Music Series at the library. Suggested donation of $10 per person, weather dependent.

What’s Your Story?

Mondays at 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook, YouTube channel and on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301. Library Director Mary-Lou Boucouvalas sits down with a community member and talks to them about where they came from, what they do, and what their interests are.

Story Time

Fridays at 10 a.m. Stories, finger plays, songs, and crafts. Designed for children ages 0-5; however, all ages are welcome. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. No registration is required.

Tech Help

Weekdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m. For those trying to set up a social media account, download a book, make a picture folder, learn how to add to a virtual shopping cart, etc. Staff members help with technology needs, any time during library hours. No appointment necessary.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.

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Carlene A. Day, 84

YORK – Carlene A. Day, 84, of York, passed away August 14, 2023 at Portsmouth Regional Hospital while surrounded by family.

Born in Rochester, NH, on

Story Time

Mondays at 10 a.m. Songs, stories, thymes, and more.

Tech Time

Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 2-5 p.m. Technology can move too fast for some to keep up. The library is here to help.

Sign-up for 45-minute one-on-one appointments. Learn to download eBooks and apps, make heads or tails of a new device, and troubleshoot software.

Fiber Arts Group

Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Knit, crochet, embroider, and chat. Show off knitting creations, get tips on crochet technique, chat with old friends and make some new ones. All ages and levels of ability are encouraged to join.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-985-2173 or visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.

Ogunquit Memorial Library

Children’s Story Hour

Tuesday, August 29 at 9:30 a.m. Bring a blanket to the library lawn for stories, movement and activities. For ages two to six, siblings always welcome. In the case of inclement weather this event will be moved inside.

September Book Club

Tuesday, September 19 at 10:30 a.m. We will be discussing “Vacationland,” by Meg Mitchell Moore. Please RSVP if planning on attending.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-646-9024 or visit www.ogunquitlibrary.com.

Rice Public Library

Story Time

Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. on the second floor. Stories, play, and a small take-home craft or coloring page. For children up to age 5 and their caregivers. No registration necessary.

January 27, 1939, she was the daughter of Normand Bro chu and Emilienne Brochu (Lemire).

Carlene was predeceased by her parents, and her loving companion, Misty. She is survived by her husband Don Day; sons, Brian Day with spouse Kimberly, Bruce Day with spouse Melissa, and Barry Day; grandchildren, Larissa, Ian, Jesse, Sophie, Isabel, Eliza, Josephine, Carter, and Nora; greatgrandchildren, Adrian, Ruby, Caydence, Conrad, and Leona; and sister Norma Bard.

To read her full obituary, visit www.taskerfuneralservice. com.

Dana E. Rose, 67

NORTH BERWICK –Dana E. Rose of Buffum Road, passed away August 14, 2023 at his home.

Dana was born May 4, 1956 in Sanford, the son of Ervin

LEGO Club

Wednesdays at 4 p.m. on the second floor. For builders ages

5-12. Casual, drop-in building and play. All that is needed is imagination!

Teen Crafternoon

Wednesdays at 4 p.m. For ages 12-18. An afternoon of crafts with resident crafting queen, Greta.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-439-1553 or visit www.rice.lib.me.us.

South Berwick Public Library

Pre-K Story Time

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Baby/Toddler Story Time

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

LEGO Club

Thursdays, 1-4 p.m.

Writer’s Group Saturdays, 2-3 p.m.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-384-3308 or visit www.southberwicklibrary.org.

Wells Public Library

Cribbage Game Night

Tuesday, August 29 at 6 p.m. Players of all ages and abilities are welcome to come and play, watch others play, learn the game, or just kibbitz. Free event sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library.

Fiction Book Club

Tuesday, September 5 at 6 p.m.

The Fiction Book Club meets the first Tuesday of every month and is open to all adults. Chat about books, share favorite books/authors, and discover new favorites. This month will feature “The Paris Bookseller,” by Kerri Maher.

Toddler Story Time

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m., Fridays at 1:15 p.m. outside. Ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to meet for stories, songs, and

and Irma (Simpson) Rose. Dana graduated Noble High School in 1975 where he loved participating on the football team.

He worked at Hussey Seating for awhile, and then moved to Arizona for close to 20 years before returning to North Berwick. He then drove trucks for several companies, including Getchell Brothers, and retired from Dedicated Logistics Partners.

Dana was an avid sports fanatic, especially football and baseball. He mostly enjoyed time spent with family and friends, whether it be around the kitchen table, a good bonfire or going out to eat. Dana also was a dog lover.

He was predeceased by his parents, Ervin and Irma. Surviving are his partner and best

friend of six years, Lisa J. Bedell of North Berwick; son Eam Rose and wife Ana of Arizona; daughter Tarie Kereluk and husband William of Arizona; two sisters, Pamela Nelsen and partner Billy Cameron of Sanford, and Patricia Leach and husband David of Berwick; and four grandchildren, Arianna and Ethan Rose, and Liam and Valkyrie Kereluk, all of Arizona.

A Celebration of Dana’s life will be held in October. Friends who wish may contribute to the Animal Welfare Society, PO Box 43, West Kennebunk, ME 04094.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home in North Berwick. Condolences may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhomeme.com.

movement, all followed by a craft. Dress accordingly, story time will be outdoors.

Fiber Arts

Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Show off latest knitting creations, get tips on crochet techniques, chat with old friends, make some new ones. All ages, levels of ability are encouraged to join.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-646-8181 or visit www.wellslibrary.org.

William Fogg Library

Back-to-School

Meet-And-Greet

Saturday, August 26. Kids can meet friends, make art, and play games at our back-to-school meet-and-greets! Pre-K meetand-greet is at 10 a.m.; Kindergarten meet-and-greet at 1:30 p.m.

Consumer Protection

Presentation

Tuesday, August 29 at 3 p.m. Presented by Maine Attorney General Aaron Frey and State Representative Michele Meyer. Attendees will learn how to protect themselves from identity theft and other scams.

Fine Free

The William Fogg Public Library is officially fine-free. All outstanding late fines have been forgiven, and late fines will no longer be assessed going forward. Charges for lost and damaged materials still apply.

Rug Raffle

The library is raffling off a handhooked rug donated by Karen Crane. Tickets are $10 each, available at the library. Deadline for raffle ticket purchase is August 31. Winner will be drawn September 1.

LEGO Club

Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. Young master builders can build creations based on the week’s provided theme, or do their own thing and show off their skills.

Baby/Toddler Story Time

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

School-Age Story Time

Thursdays at 2 p.m.

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursdays, 6-8 p.m., starting in September. For middle and high schoolers. Beginners welcome at any time. Register online or call the library.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-439-9437 or visit www.williamfogglibrary.org.

York Public Library

Story Time at York Land Trust

Mondays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. at York Land Trust headquarters, 1 Long Neck Marsh Rd., York. Stories, songs and rhymes with a YPL librarian. The group meets inside for stories and an activity, and may venture out into the garden depending on weather. Registration required, please list names and ages of each child attending.

Creative Writing Prompts

Tuesdays, 4-5:30 p.m. Want to take your writing in a new direction? There will be twenty minutes to write, followed by a chance to share work with others. This informal group is open to all ages, light snacks will be provided. Bring any choice of writing materials.

Writers’ Meetup

Select Tuesdays, 5:30-7 p.m. In between regular monthly gatherings, come write by the fireplace with other kindred spirits. Contact the library for next event.

Baby/Toddler Time

Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the children’s story-time area. Stories, songs, rhymes, lap bounces, social playtime. For babies and toddlers and their caregivers. This is a drop-in program.

Knitting Group

Select Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Contact the library for next event.

Virtual Mid-Day Meditation Thursdays at 12 p.m. A 30-minute guided mindfulness meditation with Kalyana. Registration is required.

Week in Review

Fridays, 3-4 p.m. in the Wheeler Room. A casual weekly gathering of individuals interested in having civil discussion about the previous week’s current events.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG) Select Fridays, 3-4:30 p.m. TAG works to improve the YA spaces, programming, and library collections. Members can earn volunteer/community service hours. Contact the library for next event. For More Information Call the library at 207-363-2818 or visit www.yorkpubliclibrary.org.

People and Business Profiles

Camden National Appoints New CEO York Rotary Supports Step Up Parents with $1,000 Donation

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The Board of Directors of Camden National Corporation recently announced the appointment of Simon Griffiths as the successor to current President and Chief Executive Officer, Gregory Dufour, effective December 31, 2023.

Griffiths will join Camden National in November as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer. He will become President and CEO of Camden National, as well as a member of the Board of Directors of each organization in January of 2024. Dufour will remain with Camden National as an advisor for several months following his retirement this December.

“It is a great privilege for me to join Camden National during a time that holds great opportunity for growth with an organization so deeply rooted in the communities it serves,” said Griffiths. “I am committed to maintaining the awardwinning culture and customer service fostered during Greg’s distinguished leadership. I look forward to working closely with Greg, alongside an outstanding leadership team, Board of Directors, and employees who are all dedicated to delivering for customers, communities, and shareholders.”

Griffiths most recently served as Executive Vice President - Head of Core Banking at Citizens Bank, managing the retail and business banking channels, including nearly 1,100 branches, commercial real estate, deposit and checking business, and new market expansion. He joined Citizens Bank in 2015 from Santander Bank, where he served as Executive Vice President, Managing Director Retail Network. Griffiths started his banking career at Washington Mutual Bank in 2002, which was acquired by JP Morgan Chase in 2008.

Griffiths received his Bachelor of Laws at the University of Sheffield in England. He became a board member of Invest in Girls in 2019, which merged with the Council for Economic Education, where he now serves on the Invest in Girls Program Advisory Committee and actively volunteers with Minds Matter. Griffiths, who has a seasonal home in Hancock County, will relocate with his family to Maine to join Camden National.

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The York Rotary Club recently presented Step Up Parents with a $1,000 donation to help fund the nonprofit’s expansion into York County. Step Up Parents provides financial support to kinship caregivers raising the children of parents battling substance use disorder.

seeks to improve the lives of community members by supporting kinship care in southern Maine. York Rotary Club President Susan Gross, stated, “York Rotary is inspired by your organization, and we’d like to support you as you bring this important service to Maine.”

expressing gratitude for York Rotary Club’s support. “Expanding over the border into Maine is a natural progression for Step Up Parents.”

“It has been an honor to serve as Camden National’s President and CEO,” said Dufour. “In my 22 years with Camden National, I have been fortunate to work with a great team of fellow employees and our Board of Directors in serving our customers, communities, shareholders, and each other. I am delighted that our Board of Directors has selected a successor with deep experience and commitment to guide the Bank into the future. I look forward to working closely with Simon and the executive team to ensure a smooth transition.”

Dufour joined Camden National as Senior Vice President of Finance in 2001 before being named President of Camden National Bank in 2004 and President and Chief Executive Officer of Camden National Corporation in January of 2009.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank Greg for his tremendous contributions and for stewarding Camden National through sustainable disciplined growth and purpose, highlighted by outstanding performance, superior customer experience, and commitment to our communities over the last two decades,” said Board Chair Lawrence J. Sterrs. “We remain committed to our strategic direction and communities. Simon is an exceptional leader and a seasoned banker with a history of delivering results through a strong focus on operational excellence, talent development, and digital transformation. We are also delighted that Simon has firsthand knowledge of our local communities.”

Camden National Corporation is the largest publicly traded bank holding company in Northern New England. Founded in 1875, Camden National Bank is a full-service community bank dedicated to customers at every stage of their financial journey. For more information, visit www.camdennational.bank.

Since its founding in 2019, Step Up Parents has helped hundreds of kinship families in New Hampshire. “We are so excited to finally be a resource for Maine kinship families,” said Founder and Executive Director Denyse Richter.

Committed to uniting people and creating lasting change, the York Rotary Club

In total, Step Up Parents has helped over 400 kinship families, impacted over 700 children, and given over $225,000 in assistance with the help of donations like the one provided by the Rotary.

“The number of grandparents and other relatives raising children due to parental addiction in Maine is similar to New Hampshire,” said Richter,

Founded in 2019 and based in Portsmouth, NH, Step Up Parents offers financial assistance to relative caregivers in New Hampshire and York County, who have selflessly stepped up to raise children whose parents struggle with substance use disorder. Step Up Parents is dedicated to honoring the efforts of these caregivers, preserving their dignity, and responding to their families’ immediate needs, believing that “even heroes need a hand.” For more information, visit www.stepupparents.org.

Dubois Promoted to Business Relationship Manager

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KeyBank announces the promotion of Alina Dubois to the position of Business Banking Relationship Manager for southern Maine. In her new role, she will provide customized financial solutions to improve cashflow such as commercial lines of credit, SBA financing, equipment financing, cash management, merchant services, commercial real estate financing and more to businesses with sales revenues between $3 million and $50 million annually. She reports to New England Business Banking Sales Leader Allison Standish-Plimpton.

Dubois joined KeyBank in 2015 as a teller and was promoted to personal banker seven months later. She became a branch manager in 2017 and was promoted to Area Retail Leader in 2021. Originally from Moldova in

Eastern Europe, Dubois migrated to Maine in 2013. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance from the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, and is fluent in Romanian, Russian and English. She lives in South Portland and can be reached at KeyBank’s Portland office at 603-489-3281 and alina_dubois@keybank.com.

KeyCorp’s roots trace back nearly 200 years to Albany, New York. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Key is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $195 billion as of June 30, 2023. Key provides deposit, lending, cash management, and investment services to individuals and businesses in 15 states under the name KeyBank National Association through a network of approximately 1,000 branches

Girl Scouts Attend National Convention, “Phenom” Celebration

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Five delegates from the Girl Scouts of Maine (GSME), alongside other Girl Scouts and volunteers, traveled to Lake Buena Vista, FL, in July to attend the Girl Scout National Convention, a triennial event put on by the Girl Scouts of the United States of America (GSUSA).

During the 56th National Council Session portion of the convention, Girl Scout delegates

aged 14-17 from all around the country gathered to discuss, debate, and vote on crucial issues that impact the Girl Scout Movement.

“It was truly inspiring to see thousands of girls and adults come together to advance our movement […] The highlight for me was listening to our girl members as they argued both for and against the proposals being presented. It is a testament to the skills that Girl Scouts in-

and approximately 1,300 ATMs. Key also provides a broad range of sophisticated corporate and investment banking products, such as merger and acquisition advice, public and private debt and equity, syndications and derivatives to middle market companies in selected industries throughout the United States under the KeyBanc Capital Markets trade name. For more information, visit www.key.com. KeyBank is Member FDIC.

stills and made me so proud to be a part of this organization,” says Mara Robinov-Moorhead, GSME CEO.

“I loved hearing all the different points of view at National Sessions and meeting girls and adults from all over the country. It was amazing to see Parliamentary rules in action and be part of the vote,” says Kayleigh Young, a Girl Scout delegate representing GSME at the conference this year.

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Leavittfest 2023 Hits Ogunquit

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Step back in time and experience a music festival like no other at Ogunquit’s iconic Leavitt Theatre, 259 Main Street, in Ogunquit. Originally built in 1925 as a silent film theatre, the venue, fully modernized and equipped with a cocktail bar, late-night dinner restaurant, and live entertainment stage, is the setting for Leavittfest, the theatre’s annual live music event. Revel in nonstop live music, delicious food, artisan cocktails, and exclusive festival merchandise in an atmosphere that blends vintage charm with modern amenities.

The four-day music and arts festival features over 30

bands from the area playing swing, blues, rock-and-roll, bluegrass, and other genres.

The setting combines traditional ambience and modern beats in a perfect blend of past and present, inside historic walls that have witnessed nearly a century of entertainment history.

Said Leavitt Theatre’s Events Director Nell HendersonBrown, “This festival is a tribute not only to our love for live and local music but also to the rich history of Ogunquit’s entertainment scene. Hosting Leavittfest speaks to so much of our identity as a business, theatre and team; it stands for accessible entertainment, community, art and gathering, all while experienc-

ing this incredible live music in a nearly 100-year-old theatre just moments from the sea! It really is special, and we hope to share it with everyone.”

The theatre’s restaurant and bars feature elevated comfort food and artfully crafted cocktails, with the kitchen open from 5 p.m. until midnight, all weekend long. This year’s festival will also feature a new merchandise launch for attendees to commemorate their visit to the iconic venue. Limited-edition festival-themed merchandise, including apparel designed by artist and musician Dan Blakeslee, will be available for purchase throughout the fourday event.

Leavittfest celebrates the magic of live music, food and

Labor Day Concert at First Congregational Church

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First Congregational Church of Kennebunkport is pleased to host a relaxing afternoon of flute and piano music on Monday, September 4 at 4 p.m. The fundraising concert will feature flutist Mary Carol Kennedy and pianist Barbara Berry, both active local musicians.

Mary Kennedy is a multiinstrumentalist, teacher and counselor who received a BA from Colby College, a BM from Hartt School of Music, and did

Auditions for Elf the Musical

ELIOTDrum roll, please! Marshwood Theatre is excited to announce that this year’s fall production will be “Elf the Musical!”

Based on the beloved holiday film, this hilarious “fishout-of-water” comedy follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to find his true identity.

Audition dates for the fall production will happen during the week of September 5. Auditions are open to Marshwood students in grades 3-12.

For more information and an updated list of audition times and dates, email Vicki Stewart, Director of Communications, at vicki.stewart@rsu35.org or call 207-439-2438 x 101.

graduate work at Longy/Bard School of Music. She also works as a church music director in North Saco.

Barbara Berry, retired music teacher and local artist, earned her BA from the University of New Hampshire, and M.Ed in Creative Arts in Learning from Lesley University, with continuing studies at the Eastman School of Music. Barbara is music director at First Congregational Church of Kennebunk-

port.

The duo will offer diverse works from classical, jazz, folk and tango idioms, from Bach to Bernstein, Faure to Piazzolla.

First Congregational Church of Kennebunkport is located at 141 North Street, in Kennebunkport. A suggested donation of $15 at the door is encouraged. For more information, visit www.firstchurchkport.org, or call 207-710-7060 or 207-967-3897.

community in the heart of downtown Ogunquit, marrying the past with the present, and creating an unmatched ambiance of nostalgia and modern vibrancy. The theatre stands as a testament to Ogunquit’s rich cultural legacy and its bright future in the world of live entertainment.

Leavittfest happens all

weekend long, from Friday, August 25 through Monday, August 28. The theatre is located at 259 Main Street in Ogunquit. Tickets are $15 for a one-day pass, with all-weekend passes at $25. For more information and an updated list of performing acts, visit www.leavittheatre. com/leavittfest-2023.

“Hands That Fashion Our World” at the Library

KENNEBUNKThe Speers Gallery at the Kennebunk Free Library presents “Hands That Fashion Our World,” a photography exhibit by Kennebunk resident Nora Ordway that is slated to run through the month of Septem-

ber, starting Friday, September 1. Ordway’s exhibit features 20 photographs of the hands of people who work in Maine. The photographs “represent the work of hands, all sorts of hands, each pair captured in the hard labor of living, providing life and sup -

port for others.” They are, as a result, expressive, as memorable as the work to which they were applied.

In this particular exhibition, Nora wanted to catch hands at work, engaged in activities that would have been part of her grandmother’s life and experience. It is, as shown in the photographs, a testament to the love between a woman, a granddaughter and a camera, a marker of lives well spent. The range of activity in the exhibit is broad: biscuit-maker, blacksmith, nurse, broom-squire, organ and banjo musicians, among others. Ms. Ordway describes them as “salt-of-theearth professions by salt-of-theearth individuals.”

Ordway recalls the broomsquire, in particular, was a young man from New Jersey who somehow found his way to Wiscasset. He began quite inexplicably turning straw into a common household tool, a “good, solid industry,” her grandmother might have said. The slender hands and long fingers are captured in the photo as if they are poised for the next note on a cello. The viewer can almost hear song playing in the man’s heart. It is that moment when the broom making stops, and the imagination begins

to hear the music. Such is the work of Nora Ordway, whose photos capture Maine history in this series of intimate moments.

The public is invited to view the exhibit in the library’s Speers Gallery until September 30, at 112 Main Street, Kennebunk, during regular library hours when the gallery is not in use for library programs. For more information, visit www. kennebunklibrary.org.

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cussed seven proposals and made amendments to the Girl Scout Constitution, most notably approving an updated version of their statement on diversity, pluralism, and anti-racism. Delegates also elected a new National Board, including new National President, Noorain F. Kahn.

The session was followed by “Phenom,” a three-day celebration honoring the spirit of Girl Scouts through highenergy, interactive, hands-on activities including stage performances, keynote speeches, sponsor challenges, and unique workshops. Other highlights from Phenom included a Gold Award Girl Scout Celebration and a National Bridging Ceremony, during which hundreds of girl members crossed over to their next level of Girl Scouts.

“Phenom was so big, it was hard to take it all in, but my favorite was playing the Adulting Game and designing postcards for space with NASA,” says Young.

The next National Girl Scout Convention is set to be held in 2026.

Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs across the state of Maine and beyond, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges –whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up their boots for a hike or advocate for climate justice, or make their first best friends. Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. For more information, visit www.girlscoutsofmaine. org, or follow on Facebook @ girlscoutsofmaine and Instagram @girlscoutsofmaine.

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Wreaths Across America Announces 2023 Back-to-School Curriculum

STATEWIDEWreaths Across America (WAA) has recently announced new, back-to-school curriculum as part of its year-round TEACH program. The free, downloadable, standards-based lesson plans include resources for all grade levels.

The K-12 curriculum includes new lesson plans for Constitution Day and lessons focused on the Navajo Code Talkers and Patriot Day, 9/11. The free, downloadable plans ensure stories of service are passed down to future generations while building good character and self-worth through service to others. Lesson plans and other educational resources

are standards-based and created for teachers, parents and anyone educating young people.

Throughout the year, the WAA TEACH program provides educational opportunities for people nationwide to engage with veterans in their communities. Schools, school-related clubs, and other organizations can fundraise through the Group Sponsorship Program. In 2022, supporters made it possible for WAA to launch a K-12 curriculum aligned with the National Council on Social Studies and state Common Core standards. WAA is also conducting its 2023 Youth Service Project, where young people are encouraged to execute a commu-

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nity service project. The service projects must be completed by Veterans Day, November 11.

“Teaching the next generation the value of freedom is an important component of our mission, as is fostering good character,” said Cindy Tatum, WAA TEACH Curriculum Developer and Gold Star Mother. “Whether they are a teacher with many years of experience or a first-year teacher, we appreciate the educators who work to inspire future generations of

Americans to be the best version of themselves they can be. We hope this curriculum helps teachers plan their year and engage our most precious resource – our children!”

Wreaths Across America is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath-laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman Morrill Worcester in 1992. The organization’s mission – Remember, Honor, Teach

– is carried out in part each year by coordinating wreath-laying ceremonies in December at Arlington, as well as thousands of veterans’ cemeteries and other locations in all 50 states and beyond.

For details, visit www. wreathsacrossamerica.org.

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The Picture Man of Maine

By Jim Fabiano

“Hey mister, would you mind taking a picture of my family?” I wasn’t surprised. I’ve been asked that question many times over the past 45 years of summer as I walk down to Long Sands beach. Now I must walk from York Harbor to Long Sands to get to the spot on the beach where I’ve sat for the past forever. I don’t mind the walk. In fact, it keeps my size down to below sumo wrestler weight. It’s also a very interesting walk because I meet many types of people.

The other day, I met a couple from Minnesota. I didn’t have to look at the license plate to see where they were from. The father of the family simply came up to me and introduced himself as a man from Minnesota. I didn’t know whether that was supposed to impress but I introduced myself as a man from Maine. He then asked if I would take his family’s vacation picture with the Nubble lighthouse in the background. I told him I would be happy to

since I had no other pressing engagements at the time. He then proceeded to arrange his family as a photographer would arrange his clients. He had the youngest sit in front of the older children of the family. He then told his wife to stand precisely behind the youngest daughter so the Nubble would be directly between her and their other child.

I was then told where to stand to take the picture. I must have had a weird look on my face because the older daughter began to laugh. The father quickly put an end to that.

To my surprise, he then handed me a throwaway camera. After all the fuss and bother to set up the picture I assumed he was going to give me a state-of-the-art contraption I would have no clue as to how to use it. It was then my turn to giggle. I only took one picture and then went on my way. That was my first experience with a family from Minnesota.

Another day, I remember being approached by a Japanese gentleman. I could tell he spoke

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little English because he waved his hands at me more than he spoke. I finally figured out he wanted me to take a picture of his tour group. The only problem was I didn’t see any tour group. After I told him I would take the picture he pulled a yellow pennant out of his shirt and waved it in the air. Coming from all around, Japanese tourists circled around the yellow pennant. The man who asked me to take the picture then organized his group incredibly fast and then gave me a camera that was a bit more complicated than my life. In fact, it was more complicated than anything I had ever had in my hand before. He told me which button to push, and he advised me to take at least five pictures. I did what he requested. The people then dispersed as quickly as they assembled and off to the beach I continued.

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with a Quebec family. Originally, they did not want their picture taken. They just stopped me on the side of the road to get directions. The driver of the car politely asked me where the road they were on went. Being in a bit of a Maine mode, I told him the road did not go anywhere. It stayed right where it is. For a couple of seconds no one said anything. I was about to apologize when everyone in the car started to laugh hysterically. The driver of the car now begged me to have my picture taken with them. He told me they never met a real Mainer before. I, of course, obliged and off they went down the road that stayed right where it was.

Every day when I walk down Long Sands Road to my spot on the beach at least one or two people ask me to take their pictures. Recently, when I was taking a picture of a couple from New York, I saw a young man on the other side of the road

point to me and tell his friend, “Look, there’s the picture man.” I guess I am enjoying my fifteen minutes of fame.

Jim Fabiano is a retired teacher and writer living in York. He can be reached at james.fabiano60@gmail.com.

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The mobile education center exhibit includes digital photo displays of “Hometown Heroes,” service members whose names and home of record (the location from which they entered the military) are listed on The Wall; digital photo displays of Vietnam veterans honored through VVMF’s “In Memory”

program; video displays that teach about the history and impact of The Wall; educational exhibits told through items representative of those left at The Wall in D.C.; a replica of the “In Memory” plaque; a map of Vietnam and a chronological overview of the Vietnam War. The exhibits tell the story of the Vietnam War, The Wall and the era surrounding the conflict, and are designed to put American experiences in Vietnam in a histori-

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The national tour is sponsored by USAA. Through a partnership with the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA), the trucking industry, and Blue Beacon, the exhibit is able to travel across the country.

Since its debut in 1996, the exhibit has been on display in more than 700 U.S. communities, in addition to an April 1999 tour of Ireland and a 2005 visit to Canada. The Wall That Heals is a program of VVMF, the nonprofit organization that built the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. in 1982. The traveling exhibit is the only one of its kind affiliated with The Wall in Washington, D.C. Two VVMF staff members lead volunteers on site and educate visitors and students, ensuring the reflective atmosphere of the traveling memorial.

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) is the nonprofit organization that built the Vietnam Veterans Memorial (The Wall) in Washington, D.C. in 1982. VVMF continues to lead the way in paying tribute to our nation’s Vietnam veterans and their families. VVMF’s mission is to honor and preserve the legacy of service in America and educate all generations about the impact of the Vietnam War and era through programs, ceremonies and education materials.

There are still many volunteer openings that need to be filled to make the event happen. To sign up to volunteer, visit https://tinyurl.com/mr2vfcxf.

For more information, visit www.thewallthathealssanfordme.org or www.thewallthatheals.org. To learn more about the VVMF, visit www.vvmf.org or call 202-393-0090.

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Noble’s Top Students of 2023

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Noble High School (NHS) is excited to announce that the following students graduated Summa Cum Laude this year, earning a grade point average of 3.9 or higher (in alphabetical order): Isabella Atkinson, Echo Balistreri, Nina Cesario, Bryce Collins, Gracie Couture, Sofia Dillon, Alexandrea Herrick, Mackenzie Jordan, Molly Mason, Ella Morgan, Olivia Morrill, Alex Myers, Aris Pannier, Melody Pradhan, Isaiah Slater, Chloe Sprague, Olivia Upton, and Vinicius Zucco.

Isabella Atkinson earned NHS’s Social Studies, English, Arts and Languages (SEAL) diploma endorsement, French student of the year all four years, Maine State Seal of Biliteracy in French, and the President’s Award for Educational Excellence. She was the recipient of the John W. Sullivan Scholarship, the Laurie A. Guptill Art Scholarship, and the MSAD#60 Teachers Association Scholarship. Isabella was a member of the National Honor Society and the French Honor Society where she served as secretary her junior year and president her senior year. She will be attending Stonehill College in the fall to major in elementary education and dance.

Echo Balistreri was a student representative to the MSAD#60 school board, secretary of the National Honor Society, and a member of the Outing Club and Project Search. She was a semifi nalist for the NASA Moon Pod essay contest. She was named the Senior House Two “Outstanding Student of the Year,” and earned the President’s Award for Educational Excellence and the American Legion Citizenship Award. After graduation, Echo will be taking a gap year to hike the Appalachian Trail.

Nina Cesario earned the SEAL diploma endorsement, the President’s Award for Educational Excellence, and 30 college credits through York County Community College. She was the recipient of the Norman B. Sherwood Scholarship, the Wentworth Douglass Hospital Scholarship, the North Berwick Masonic Scholarship, and the Mitchell Scholarship. She was the president of the National Honor Society, a member of Phi Kappa College Honor Society, and a member of the varsity lacrosse team. Nina will attend the University of New Hampshire in the fall to major in business administration.

Bryce Collins received the school’s Science, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM) diploma endorsement and the President’s Award for Educational Excellence. He was the recipient of the University of Maine’s Pulp & Paper Foundation Scholarship, the Noble Fifty Plus Scholarship, and the Sullivan Berwick Alumni Association Scholarship. He was a member of the National Honor Society and a member of the math team, participated in the American Scholastic Math Association (ASMA) math contest, and has been a math tutor. Bryce will attend the University of Maine in the fall to major in chemical engineering and mathematics.

Gracie Couture earned many college credits while attending San-

ford Regional Technical Center’s Academy of Business & Marketing Program. She was a member of the National Honor Society, the National Technical Honor Society, and was awarded the Maine Top Scholar Scholarship. She was a four-year member of the Noble cheering program, leading the team in both the fall and winter programs where they have won regional championships. Gracie will be attending the University of Maine where she will be studying business administration.

Sofia Dillon was the recipient of the President’s Award for Educational Excellence, and earned the SEAL diploma endorsement and the Maine State Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish. She received the MSAD#60 Teachers’ Association Scholarship, the Denise Abbott Memorial Scholarship, the Partners Bank Scholarship, the Pat & Sko Johnson Honorary Scholarship, the York County Retired Educators Association Scholarship, and the Tyler/Grandmaison MELMAC Scholarship. Sofia was the senior class president, the Spanish Honor Society president, a member of the National Honor Society and the student council, football and boys’ basketball team manager, and a participant in the Maine High School Quiz Show. She will be attending the University of Farmington in the fall, majoring in secondary education.

Sofia also plans to spend some time studying abroad in Spain to continue learning about the Spanish language and culture.

Alexandrea Herrick earned the Maine State Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish. She was also the recipient of the Joseph Adams Senior Scholarship through the Spanish Honor Society, the Veague Scholarship through the Maine Scottish Rite, and the Trustee’s Scholarship through the University of New Hampshire. She was a member of the Spanish Honor Society and the National Honor Society. Alexandrea will attend the University of New Hampshire in the fall to major in linguistics.

Mackenzie Jordan was captain of the girls’ varsity soccer team and earned the President’s Award for Educational Excellence. She is the recipient of the Tyler Bisson Scholarship, the Lightle Memorial Scholarship, the Specialty Services Scholarship, and the Christina Ellen Fredet Jackson Scholarship. She was a member of the National Honor Society, the French Honor Society, and the French mentors. Mackenzie plans to attend the University of North Carolina in Wilmington next fall, where she plans to continue soccer, to study abroad, and to major in business economics.

Molly Mason was a member of the National Honor Society and the National Technical Honor Society. She received the President’s Award for Educational Excellence along with the STEM diploma endorsement. Molly was also awarded the University of Maine Merit Scholarship, the Tyler Bisson Scholarship, the Berwick Youth Soccer Scholarship, the Lawrence Edward Willey Memorial Scholarship, the Colonel Richard E. Stillings Scholarship, the Sanford Kiwanis Scholarship, and the Dr. William E. Lightle and Caroline B. Lightle Scholarship.

Molly has been a four-year varsity letter winner for the women’s soccer team, a two-year captain,

and she received the coach’s award in both her junior and senior year. She made the All-Academic Soccer Team senior year as well as the Southern Maine Athletic Association’s (SMAA) Soccer All-Stars, and plays with the Seacoast United Soccer Club and the Velocity Premier Team. Molly has volunteered for the Second Chance Closet in North Berwick, the Berwick Youth Soccer Association, and raised money annually for the American Cancer Society. She will be attending the University of Maine, where she plans to study nursing with the long-term goal of becoming a pediatric nurse practitioner.

Ella Morgan (right photo) has earned the distinction of being the salutatorian of the class of 2023. She earned the Maine State Seal of Biliteracy in French, the American Legion Citizenship Award, and NHS’s STEM engineering diploma endorsement, as well as the SEAL World Language diploma endorsement. She was a member of the French National Honor Society, the National Honor Society, and was involved in the school’s theater department. Ella has dedicated more than 300 hours to community service and was awarded the Admiral’s Scholarship. In the coming year, she plans to embark on a gap year while attending Southern Maine Community College in the fall. Following that, Ella intends to pursue a degree in energy systems engineering at Massachusetts Maritime Academy.

Olivia Morrill received the Daughter of the American Revolution’s History Award, completed more than 500 hours of community service, and was a member of the National Honor Society and the

National Technical Honor Society. Throughout her high school journey, she obtained her certification as a nursing assistant, secured a job at York Hospital, and excelled as a varsity athlete in lacrosse, basketball, and soccer, serving as captain for all three teams during her senior year. Olivia has been awarded the Dean’s Scholarship from Bryant University and the Tyler Bisson Scholarship. She plans to attend Bryant University in the fall to major in pre-med and pursue her dream of becoming a pediatric physician’s assistant.

Alex Myers has consistently been on the honor roll throughout their high school journey at NHS. They participated in the school band and dedicated their time to volunteering at local animal shelters.

Alex was awarded the Merit Scholarship from the University of New Hampshire and will be attending the university in the fall. Their chosen field of study is veterinary technology.

Aris Pannier (left photo) has earned the distinction of being the valedictorian of the class of 2023. They have served as Noble’s lightboard operator for the theater department, and achieved distinction as the recipient of the Scholastic Gold and Silver Keys. Additionally, Aris has earned a place on the dean’s list at York County Community College. They have also been awarded the Presidential Scholarship from the Maine College of Art & Design where they plan to attend in the fall.

Melody Pradhan was a member of the National Honor Society, the French Honor Society, and the National Technical Honor Society, and served as a French mentor. She was awarded the Presidential Award for Educational Excellence

Weekly Recipe: Pizza Dough

A general, all-purpose dough that can be used immediately for a favorite pizza, or can be portioned off and kept frozen for up to three months.

Ingredients

2-3 cups all-purpose flour

1 packet (2-1/4 tsp.) instant yeast

1-1/2 tsp. sugar

3/4 tsp. salt

1/8-1/4 tsp. garlic powder and/ or dried basil leaves (optional). Other options include dried rosemary, Italian seasoning, etc.

2 Tbsp. olive oil, plus additional 3/4 cup warm water

Instructions

Combine 1 cup of the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add dried spices, if desired.

Add olive oil and warm water, stir well using a wooden spoon. Gradually add the rest of the

and earned the SEAL diploma endorsement in French and the Maine State Seal of Biliteracy in French. Melody was awarded the Memorial Scholarship, the Carlotta E. Covey Scholarship, the Michael T. and Dustin D. Wick Scholarship, and the Sanford Kiwanis Scholarship. She was a member of the track team, competing in both winter and spring seasons, serving as captain and qualifying for many regional championships. Melody will be attending the University of New England, majoring in dental hygiene with the longterm goal of becoming a dentist.

Isaiah Slater participated in the track and cross-country teams, and was a dedicated member of the Outdoor Club. He earned the Maine State Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish. Isaiah plans to attend the University of Aveiro in Portugal, to major in psychology, eventually pursuing a doctorate in psychology.

Chloe Sprague attended Sanford Regional Technical Center for the past two years, earning high honors each semester. She took advantage of the dual enrollment opportunities offered through the Maine State Community College System and earned twelve college credits. Chloe was awarded numerous “Student of the Month” distinctions at NHS, and earned a “Pass with Distinction” grade for her senior project presentation. An avid dancer, she danced and taught at Northern Explosion Dance Studio for the past twelve years, participating in numerous competitions. Chloe was accepted to Salem State University where she plans to study psychology with a concentration in forensic psychology.

Olivia Upton was a member of the varsity track team throughout high school, and was very involved in the music program, participating in the Treble Choir and the Chamber Singers. She auditioned and attained acceptance into the highly-competitive Maine District I Music Festival and the Maine Allstate Music Festival in her junior and senior years. Olivia was a member of the National Honor Society and the French Honor Society (Les Chevaliers), and earned

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fl our, and any additional fl our as needed. Some chefs find they sometimes need as much as an additional 1/3 cup. Stir until the dough forms a cohesive, elastic ball and begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl. The dough will still be slightly sticky but still should be manageable with hands.

Brush the inside of a separate bowl with olive oil. Lightly dust hands with fl our and form the dough into a round ball. Transfer to the olive oil-brushed bowl. Using hands, roll the dough along the inside of the bowl until it is coated in the oil, then cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a clean dish towel and set aside.

Allow dough to rise for 30 minutes, or until double in size. Once the dough has risen, use hands to gently defl ate it and transfer to a lightly fl oured surface. Knead briefly until smooth, about 3-5 times.

Using either hands or a rolling pin, work the dough into a 12” circle,

or shape to fit a flat baking pan. Transfer dough to a parchment paper lined pizza pan. Pinch the dough edges or fold over to form the crust. Lightly brush the surface of the dough with olive oil. Use a fork to poke holes all over the center of the pizza to keep the dough from bubbling up in the oven.

Add desired toppings (sauce, mozzarella, meats, vegetables, etc) and bake at 425° F for 13-18 minutes, or until toppings are golden brown. Remove from oven, set aside to cool, slice and serve.

STATEWIDEMaine lawmakers have introduced legislation to increase access to mental health resources for educators and school staff across the state. The Supporting the Mental Health of Educators and Staff Act will help to address ongoing mental health challenges facing Maine school staff members.

“Educators deserve to be supported just as they support the success and futures of our children. As students get ready to head back to school, we need to ensure their educators have the appropriate resources to start the school year in the healthiest possible manner,” said Senator Angus King, who spearheaded the legislation. “Increasing teacher shortages are showing that we must do more to improve teacher quality of life. The Supporting the Mental Health of Educators and Staff Act would take on this challenge by establishing new mental health programs, improving federal-state partnerships, and establishing best practices. I want to thank my

colleague Senator Casey for his leadership on this commonsense bill and understanding that when our educators thrive so do our children.”

“Mental health is at the very heart of need in public education today. Students and educators alike are facing new and rapidly changing challenges on a daily basis and aren’t always equipped with the tools to adapt,” said Matt Haney, Principal of Mount Desert Island High School “The resources to support members of the school community are far too limited to support the demand that exists, particularly in rural areas. Our schools, and as an extension, the future of our country is dependent upon significantly greater access to mental health supports.”

The act will increase access to critical resources by designing and scaling up approaches to addressing the mental health needs of the education workforce across the United States. It will also require coordination between federal agencies to develop best practices for preventing suicide and improv-

SMAA Offers “Matter of Balance,” Tai Chi Classes

ing mental health and resiliency among education professionals. The proposed legislation outlines training directives for educators, employing effective approaches to enhance their mental wellbeing. Its overarching objective is to remove the societal stigma surrounding mental health support within the realm of education. This will be accomplished through the creation and distribution of an educational and consciousness-raising campaign, actively motivating educators to engage with mental health and substance use disorder services. Furthermore, the bill seeks to directly assist educators and school personnel by instituting initiatives that bolster mental health within the educational workforce, facilitated by federal resources allocated to new programs.

The legislation has been endorsed by: National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI); AASA, The School Superintendents Association; National Council for Mental Wellbeing; National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP); National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP); American Psychological Association; Happy Teacher Revolution; The Education Trust; Teach For America; New Leaders; National Council on Teacher Quality; Teach Plus.

For more information, visit www.congress.gov/bill/118thcongress/senate-bill/2530.

KENNEBUNKSeptember is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month, and The Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA) is pleased to announce their up coming fall classes, starting in September. The classes are designed to enrich the quality of life for adults 60 and over by improving their physical wellness and self-confidence.

“A Matter of Balance” is a falls prevention class designed to help participants increase their physical activity, make important home safety improvements, and even learn how to respond if a fall does happen. The class empowers participants to take charge of managing their health and wellbeing, and to share their own experiences and concerns with other participants about falls. Classes are conducted over eight sessions, meeting twice a week. The classes are discussion-based programs designed to facilitate problem-solving and brainstorming sessions geared to reduce the risk of falling, empowering participants to find solutions that fit their lifestyle. A balance and strength exercise program is also part of the workshop.

Tai Chi classes use gentle movement, combining exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing, and relaxation in ways that help participants feel greater control over

their daily lives. It is a safe way for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy life and meet new friends while taking control of physical, emotional, and mental health needs. Tai Chi classes meet twice a week for ten weeks.

The schedule for Tai Chi Classes is a follows: September 12 - November 17 at the Parks & Rec. Community Room, 20 Recreation Way, Kennebunkport. September 11 - November 15 and September 12 - November 16: Tai Chi Deepening. All Tai Chi Deepening classes are virtual, and meet on Zoom.

The Southern Maine Agency on Aging is the focal point in Cumberland and York counties for resources, services and information to empower older adults and adults with disabilities. Pre-registration for all classes is required, as class sizes are limited. For more information and to register, visit www.smaaa.org/ events.html. For further information, email the Agewell team at agewell@smaaa.org, or call 207-396-6578.

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the President’s Award for Educational Excellence. She plans to attend the University of Maine next fall to major in microbiology.

Vinicius Zucco was a member of the National Honor Society, the Sanford Regional Technical Honor Society, and the Spanish National Honor Society. He earned the Maine State Seal of Biliteracy in Spanish, the President’s Award for Educational Excellence, and was recognized as the Senior House Two “Outstanding Student of the Year.” Vini volunteers as a mentor and teacher assistant at Sanford Regional Technical Center’s Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program, which he completed last year. In his spare time, he studies day trading in an online course – in Portuguese, his first language. Next fall, Vini plans to attend the University of Maine to major in biochemistry, while working part time as a day trader and an EMT.

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Eliot Aging in Place Kicks-Off Chair Yoga and Creative Arts

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Mark calendars for two free activities designed to keep older adults active throughout the seasons! Join neighbors in September at the Eliot Town Offices for weekly chair yoga and/or monthly creative arts sessions.

Chair Yoga

Marieke Kat from Yoga in Action will conduct ten weekly sessions on Chair Yoga for Healthy Aging on Thursdays 10-11 a.m., starting September 7 and running through November 9. Postures may be done seated in a chair or standing, using the chair as a prop for balance and stability. Chair yoga can help increase mobility and strength, stretch the body, reduce stress, reduce pain and clear the mind. No experience is necessary. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing.

Creative Connection

Drop in at 10 a.m. every

third Wednesday of month, from September 20 through May 15, 2024 and join Maureen Clark for the Creative Connection Program hour. A perfect opportunity to unleash creativity with a new topic each session that stimulates conversation and shared stories. No artistic ability is necessary. All supplies will be provided.

The first hour will focus on community, what it means to everyone involved, and how a sense of community can help individuals live and thrive as older adults. According to the National Institute on Aging, “participating in the arts may improve the health, well being and independence of older adults.” (“Aging Fearlessly: Art, Creativity and Aging” by Suzanne Spitz Carmichael, AARP).

For more information, contact Maureen Clark at maureenelliotaip@gmail.com.

Drop-ins are always encouraged and welcomed.

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently released its Environmental Justice Toolkit for Lead Paint Enforcement Programs. The toolkit provides strategies, examples, and other information for federal, state, Tribal and local governments to use during all stages of environmental enforcement and compliance monitoring activities designed to eliminate harmful exposures to lead paint in housing. The resource supports commitments made in EPA’s Lead Strategy program, which seeks to reduce lead exposures locally with a focus on underserved communities and promote environmental justice.

“The science is clear, there is no safe level of exposure to lead, and health impacts from exposure to lead-based paint continue to be a significant problem in the United States, particularly in underserved and overburdened communities,” said Larry Starfield, EPA Principal Deputy Assistant Administrator for Enforcement and Com-

Building an Effective (And Budget-Friendly) Home Gym

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Maintaining personal physical fitness is important for everyone. Exercise guidelines depend on the individual, but the American Heart Association recommends adults get at least 150 minutes of moderateintensity aerobic activity every week. That amount may need to be adjusted according to one’s personal fitness goals.

In order to meet those goals, some may opt to invest in a personal home gym. Home gyms can be a convenient way to maximize physical activity, and help to maintain strength, flexibility and muscle mass.

According to Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, a Harvardaffiliated medical center, staying fit can improve physical strength, reduce a seniors’ fear of falls, increase confidence, improve heart and lung health,

and improve sleep.

When setting up a home gym, people may be tempted to invest a fortune in equipment. But such investments are not entirely necessary. The following are some guidelines to building a functional, budget-friendly workout space in any home.

Invest in lightweight elastic resistance bands. According to a study published in 2018 in the Journal of Sports Science & Medicine, resistance bands can improve overall strength just as effectively as many weight machines commonly found in a typical gym. Resistance bands do not take up much space and can be tucked out of sight when not in use.

Dedicate a workout space.

Many people find that any area away from the bustle of the household is a suitable space to devote to a home gym. A full-

length mirror allows the home athlete to check their form while exercising, and investing in a good stereo helps to pump in inspirational music during workouts. The fewer the distractions, the more likely the exercise regi-

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pliance Assurance. “This toolkit is an important new resource for enforcement personnel working with communities to reduce lead exposures.”

More than 34 million homes in the United States still contain traces of lead paint somewhere in the buildings. Of those homes, an estimated 3.3 million have children less than six years of age facing one or more leadbased paint hazards, including over two million low-income

households. Over 1 million children in the United States suffer from irreversible impacts from lead poisoning including reduced intelligence and behavioral and learning disabilities. New cases continue to be diagnosed every year. Adults with exposure to lead can develop symptoms such as high blood pressure, memory loss and reduced motor skills.

For more information, visit www.epa.gov.

Students Receive Recognition

Bryant University, Smithfield, RI

The following students have been named to the spring 2023 dean’s list, earning a GPA of 3.4 or better: Samuel FitzGerald of South Berwick, Matthew Ford of Kittery Point, Andrew Furlong of York, Tyler Hurlburt of Kennebunk, Hannah Mansfi eld of North Berwick, Derek Smith of Arundel, and Alexandra Weisheit of Kennebunk.

Samuel FitzGerald has also been named to the spring 2023 president’s list, earning a GPA of 4.0 or higher.

Champlain College, Burlington, VT

Noah Szczepanik of York has been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester, achieving a GPA of 3.5 or higher. Talia Kremser of Wells and Tess Spielman of Kennebunkport have been named to president’s list for achieving a GPA of 4.0 or higher.

Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA

Olivia Cox of Kennebunkport and an international business and management major, has been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester.

Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY

Parker McDermott of Wells graduated in May 2023, earning a BA in film studies and production.

Northern Vermont University, Vermont

Natasha Colman of South Berwick was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2023 semester, achieving between a 3.50 and 3.99 GPA.

Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY

The following students graduated this spring: Brandon Watson, of Berwick, received a BS in electrical engineering; Zac Ploude, of

. . . GYM from page 19 men will last. Invest in a set of dumbbells. Adjustable dumbbells or a few sets of various weights are

Wells, received a BS in mechanical engineering technology; and C.J. Nilosek, of Wells, received a BFA in photographic and imaging arts.

Roger Williams, Bristol, RI

The following students received their degrees in May: Matthew Anderson of Berwick graduated with a BS in construction management; and Allison Rickert of Kennebunk graduated with a BA in psychology.

University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT

The following students have been named to the dean’s list for spring 2023: Sophie Turner of Kennebunk and Hannah D’orso of Kennebunk.

a good investment. Dumbbells are compact and can be used to perform a variety of strengthtraining exercises. Begin with light weights and work up, to reduce risk of injury.

Try stability balls. Stability balls are used to perform various core exercises, according to Harvard Medical School. Stability balls strengthen the core, resulting in improved balance and reduced back pain. Stability balls are versatile, and can be used to perform abdominal crunches, squats, hamstring curls, and body bridges. Balls also can double as a bench when working with dumbbells.

Do not forget the cardio.

Elliptical machines, stationary bikes and treadmills are effective, but there are other ways to get a daily dose of cardio. Lateral

shuffles between two points on a gym floor, or setting up a circuit of jumping jacks or skipping rope can keep the heart rate up and improve health.

Apps and subscriptions. Exercising at home exploded during the pandemic, and along with it came a multitude of exercise apps and online workout tutorials. Online exercise sessions are a great way to get started on a regular home routine, and can offer courses as diverse as beginning weightlifting, Tai Chi and even wall yoga sessions. Many tutorials and instructional videos are free or can be purchased for a nominal fee.

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Great news for Maine college students retu rning back to school! The Free College scholarship program has been extended for two more years. The program aims to continue making community college education accessible and affordable for students who graduated from high school between 2020 and 2025.

In its first academic year, the Free College program witnessed a substantial influx of students. A total of 6,399 students enrolled in Maine’s community colleges, contributing to an overall 12% increase in enrollment during both fall and spring semesters. These figures brought the directfrom-high-school population nearly back to pre-pandemic levels, highlighting the program’s effectiveness in attracting students to pursue higher education.

In addition to the twoyear extension, the Maine legislature has made additional updates to the Free College

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Friday, September 1

Music in the Cove: Kimberly Hawkins

6-8 p.m. on the common, Perkins Cove Rd., Ogunquit. Free admission. FMI: www.ogtmusic.com.

Ellis Park Concert:

Cool Beans

6:30-8:30 p.m. at Ellis Park, 39 Ocean Ave., York. Free admission. FMI: www.yorkparksandrec.org/events/special-events.

Saturday, September 2

Italian Supper

4:30-6 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of Kennebunkport, 141 North St., Kennebunkport. Sausage, pepper, onions, pasta salad, garlic bread, beverages, dessert. Social distancing encouraged, exact change required. $12 per person. Limited outdoor seating available, weather permitting. FMI: www. firstchurchkport.org or 207-7107060.

Wells Harbor Park Concert:

Finest Kind Country Band

6-8 p.m. at Wells Harbor Park, 331 Harbor Rd., Wells. Free admission! Concert will be canceled when rain. FMI: www.wellstown.org/748/summer-concertseries.

Ellis Park Concert:

Chris Desmond

6:30-8:30 p.m. at Ellis Park, 39

FINANCE & CAREER Affordable Homeownership Opportunity in Sanford

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scholarship program. The length of time students can use to obtain a certificate or degree has been adjusted, offering greater flexibility for completion. Now, students can take up to 200% of the time typically required to finish their program. This means a oneyear certificate program can be completed within two years, and a two-year associate degree program can be pursued over four years.

However, to ensure timely enrollment, students are required to enroll at a community college no later than two years after their high school graduation date. These changes were put in place to support students’ educational journeys and ensure they can benefit fully from the scholarship.

The Free College Scholarship is open to recent high school graduates from 2020 to 2025 (or the equivalent of a high school diploma, such as a GED or HiSET). The program does not have any income or age restrictions, making it accessible to all eligible individuals in Maine.

Ocean Ave., York. Free admission. FMI: www.yorkparksandrec.org/ events/special-events.

Saturday, Sept. 2Sunday, Sept. 3

Seacoast Food Truck Festival 30+ Vendors, 12+ food trucks, live music, kids zone with bounce house, craft brews and cocktails, free parking, at the Kittery Premium Outlets, Old Navy parking lot on Route 1. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $5 with ages 14 and under free, available at the gate or www.gnefoodtruckfest.com‚ in support of

Habitat for Humanity

York County is currently accepting applications for a threebedroom house in Sanford. This is a unique opportunity to purchase an already built Habitat for Humanity home. Habitat anticipates the move in date will be in December. Habitat is also selecting for a second home to be built in 2024.

Habitat for Humanity

York County is eager to create affordable homeownerships opportunity in Sanford. According to Maine Housing data, the median home price in Sanford has increased over the past eight years, making the cost of purchasing a home in the city unaffordable to 73.8% of households. The median home price in 2022 was $300,000. Hourly wage earners would need to

The scholarship covers 100% of tuition and mandatory fees at any of the seven community colleges across the state. After applying federal and state grant aid, the scholarship takes care of the remaining tuition and

Kittery Youth Lacrosse!

Sunday, September 3

Blessing of the Backpacks

9:30 a.m. at the Congregational Church of Wells, 1695 Post Rd., Wells. Students, teachers, and school staff are invited to bring a backpack or school bag to be blessed at the altar. All are welcome. FMI: uccwells@wellscongregational.org or 207-910-6033.

Music in the Park: Elvis

5:30-7 p.m. at the Dorothea Jacobs Grant Common by the Ogunquit Heritage Museum, 86 Obeds Ln., Ogunquit. Free admission, FMI: www.ogtmusic.com.

make $47.32 an hour for a home at that price to be affordable. If selected for a Habitat for Humanity home, the homebuyer’s monthly mortgage payment will be no more than 30% of their monthly household income.

Habitat partners with local households in York County who show a demonstrated need for safe, affordable housing, a willingness to partner with Habitat

mandatory fees. For those who qualify for maximum grant aid, any additional grant funds can be used to cover expenses related to books, supplies, and other educational necessities.

Those who are recent high school graduates from 2020 to 2025 and aspire to pursue higher education, this is the perfect opportunity to seize. By enrolling in Maine’s Free College Scholarship program, students can gain access to a wide range of degree and certificate programs, covering both core classes and handson training.

For more information, visit www.freecommunitycollegemaine.com.

through completing “sweat equity” in building their own homes or the homes of other Habitat families, and the ability to repay an affordable mortgage. Homes are constructed using volunteer labor, donated materials, and fundraising. Once completed, the homeowner’s mortgage payments are recycled to support the construction of future Habitat for Humanity homes.

Who is eligible for a Habitat home? People living or working in York County whose annual household incomes are between 35% and 70% of the area median income. Habitat’s path to homeownership is an important and in-depth process, requiring hard work, time and dedication. This helps to ensure the long-term success of Habitat homeowners.

Deadline to apply is Friday, September 1. For more information and to apply, visit www.habitatyorkcounty.org/ homeownership, email program@habitatyorkcounty.org, or call 207-985-4850.

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in more than 20 other states, including New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York. This law will limit the spread of aquatic invasive species already in Maine while proactively limiting potential for the introduction of new aquatic invasive species, such as quagga mussels and the spiny water flea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What aquatic invasive species should I be worried about in Maine? An aquatic invasive species is any fish, wildlife, or plant that is known to spread to water bodies they are not native to. This includes species like northern pike, black crappie, rusty crayfish, variable-leaf milfoil, brittle naiad, and banded mystery snails.

Why do we care about the spread of aquatic invasive species? Aquatic invasive species can often have irreversible negative impacts on water bodies, the outdoor recreation they support, and native fish and wildlife species. The modifications that occur in natural systems when new aquatic invasive species are introduced disrupt natural ecological processes, can threaten human health and safety, and result in costly, not always successful mitigation efforts.

Where should I drain my watercraft? Away from any

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inland water body to prevent direct draining into a water body. Watercrafts should not be drained on the boat launch ramp. Since the transfer of aquatic invasive species to new areas within a water body can worsen the infestation, especially in high traffic launch areas, the preferred practice is to prevent direct draining back into the water body even when leaving the water body.

What does encouraging draining of a watercraft entail?

Boaters shall remove or open any hull drain plugs, bailers, valves, live wells, ballast tanks and other devices designed for routine removal or opening and closing to encourage water to drain from areas containing water. Containers holding live baitfish for personal or commercial use are exempted from these requirements.

What is considered a watercraft? “Watercraft” means any type of vessel, boat, canoe, or craft capable of being used as a means of transportation on water, other than a seaplane. This includes motorboats, sailboats and paddle craft (canoes, kayaks, standup paddleboards, etc.)

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How else can I help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species? In addition to draining water, boaters should clean off visible aquatic plants, animals, and mud from watercraft, motor, trailer, and equipment before leaving water access. Fines can be up to $2,500 for transporting any aquatic plant. All equipment should also dry before entering another water body.

What if I keep my watercraft on one water body and don’t visit other waters? The new law was written in a way that allows watercraft to still operate bilge pumps to remove rain and lake water that may have entered their watercraft while on that water body, providing the watercraft met the requirement of the new law prior to launching.

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putting the team $3,000 over their fundraising goal of $70,000. With a dramatic win on August 10, the team became the fourth team from Maine to qualify for the Little League World Series, which began August 16 in Williamsport, PA.

“Maine’s 49 credit unions are extremely proud of the Maine All-Stars and the season they’ve had,” commented Cris Wescott, Interim CEO for the Maine Credit Union League. “We’re thrilled to be able to help the team and their families get to Williamsport to watch their kids play.”

Representing New England, the Gray-New Gloucester/ Raymond team played its first game on Thursday, August 17 at 3 p.m. against the team from the Northwest Region. All games were be televised live on ESPN.

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wards of $5,000 per family to reach the Little League World Series finals. In a group statement, the team mentioned the extra dollars will now be funneled into building and growing the league.

The Maine team was eliminated in a series of games played on Thursday, August 17 and Saturday, August 19, but individuals and organizations can still contribute to the general fundraiser at www.gofundme.com/f/gngrmaine-new-england-regionalchampions.

The Maine Credit Union League is a nonprofit, professional trade association that exists to serve Maine’s credit unions. Founded in 1938, the mission is to help credit unions succeed and improve the financial lives of their members. As the trade association for Maine’s credit unions, the league provides advocacy, education, and other resources designed to assist credit unions in meeting the needs of their membership. For more information, visit www. mainecul.org.

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To: Marianne Goodine or Michele Stivaletta-Noble, Cindy Appleby, Mark Dupuis, Keeley Lambert, Mike Livingston, resident of the Town of Wells, County of York, and State of Maine; GREETINGS: In the name of the State of Maine, you are hereby required to notify and warn the voters of the Town of Wells that the Board of Selectmen of said town will meet at the Municipal Building, 208 Sanford Road, Wells on September 5, September 19, October 3, and October 17, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the evening.

The Board will conduct a public hearing on “An Ordinance to Amend the Charter of the Town of Wells to Convert the Position of the Town Clerk From an Elected to an Appointed Position”.

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CNCC Men’s Twilight League

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In the Cape Neddick Men’s Twilight League penultimate regular season round, the fortytwo two-man teams battled for position in the league’s second half standings. This week’s biggest movers were Stephan Bouchie and Bennie McMinis. The pair moved into first place in the Rocky Galante Flight with their productive round. Heading into next week’s final round of the regular season, the following teams now sit in first place in their respective flights: Matt Costello and Dale Ribaudo (Colwell); Dave Pelton and Paul Tobin (Davy); Bouchie and McMinis (Galante); Jim Murphy and Joe Ryan (Levine); Ken Howard and Frank Romanelli and Jay Langill and Bob Stephenson (McNeice); Bob Ackley and Charlie Frean (Boston); and Jed Lowry and Bob Whitelaw (Spohrer).

Three Super Teams (ST), ST 1 (led by Led by Tom Carey and Ray Pike), ST 6, (Scott Heminger and Steve Zimmerman), and ST 11 (led by Devin Coleman and Micah Lewis and Paul Carter and Bob Chebator) scored more points (16.5) than any of the other STs. It appears to be ST 6’s (Dave DiBona and Bob Kaufman and Dan Garvey and Jamie Morel and Scott Heminger and Steve Zimmerman and Jed Lowry and Bob

Whitelaw) championship to lose as they now sit in first place and lead their nearest competitor, ST 11, by 9 points.

Individually, the following golfers earned weekly medalist honors with the low gross score in their flights: Tom Carey and Justin Pollard (+3, Colwell);

Devin Coleman (+4, Davy);

Bennie McMinis (+6, Galante);

Ray Pape (+5, Levine); Scott Heminger (+4, McNeice); Bob White (+9, Boston); and Jed Lowry (+1\3, Spohrer). The low net scores were posted by:

Dan Soule, Jr. and Pollard (-1, Colwell); Micah Lewis, Bob Kaufman, and Liam Burke (E, Davy); McMinis (-5, Galante); Pape (-6, Levine); Heminger (-4, McNeice); White (-1, Boston); and Vic Finnemore (-2, Spohrer).

Ladies’ Week 10 at the York Golf and Tennis Club

YORKThe York Golf and Tennis Club played its 10th week of golf on August 7. Three of the six team’s scores are very close with 33, 32 1/2 and 31 1/2, with Katey Stone’s team in the lead, followed by Jennifer Jackson’s and Peggy Todd’s. For the next three standings, Sandy Petrovich’s team is in fourth place with 27 1/2 points, Suzie Jones’ is in fifth place with 24 points, and Lindsay Gribbel’s team has 19 points. One more round to play happened on Monday, August 21. For more information contact ywglmaine@aol. com.

CNCC Women’s League

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In the tenth week of the Cape Neddick Women’s League 2023 season, team Captain Kathy Calo tallied 19 Stableford points and led Calo Crushers to a first place finish. The Crushers finished with 16 points and their second weekly win. Although the Crushers currently sit in fifth place in the league’s standings, Calo’s team has been the hottest team in the last four weeks. However, with only two

CNCC Men’s Senior League

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The thirty-two golfers in the Cape Neddick Country Club’s Men’s Senior League competed on the par 36 back nine on Thursday, August 17.

Four of the sixteen teams, Joe D’Isidoro and Lee Page, Mike Estes and Richard Paul, Dave Aimola and Chuck Condon, and Tim Hevey and Ed Daley, collected the maximum 3 points by winning their two separate singles matches as well as their four ball match. Two teams, Tim Hevey and Ed Daly and Mike Estes and Richard Paul, tied for the low net best ball score of the week with 6-under par 30s.

Heading into next week’s final regular season matches, two teams, Scott Heminger and David Brother and Mark Cuneo

and Ron Pardus are currently tied for first place with 26.5 points. With six teams separated by only 2.5 points, any one of those pairs could win the league crown.

Individually, A Division golfers Mark Cuneo and Jay Audet posted low gross scores of 5-over 41s and Lee Page was the B Division medalist after each shooting a score of 11-over par 47.

Tim Hevey and Keith O’Connor posted the low net rounds in A Division. Page’s 2-under 34 was the low net in B Division. Four golfers (Rick Clark, Mike Estes, Lee Page, and David Brother) walked away with skins prizes.

Jay Audet leads Division A with 10 season-long singles points and Ron Pardus leads all players in Division B with 12 points.

competitive weeks remaining, Calo Crushers may be simply running out of time. League leading On in Two leads second place Birdie Juice by 3 points. The two top teams finished the week tied for second with 15 Stableford points.

The week’s top performers for each team were: Diane Garvey (19 points for first place On in Two); Joyce Christensen (17 points for second place Birdie Juice); Susanne McIvor

(21 points for third place Easy Aces); Kathy Norton (21 points for fourth place Chicks with Sticks); Kathy Calo (19 points for fifth place Calo Crushers); and Sarah Hoag (18 points for sixth place Flirty Birdies).

In the individual standings, Ashley Owen remains in first place with 151 points. Calo moved into second place and has now accumulated 144 points. Michelle Freni fell one spot into third place, Janet Scott is now in fourth, and Jill Knowles is in fifth place. Justine Hebert

scored 16 points this week and moved into firsst place in the Alternate Standings. Three women got their first birdies of the season: Kathleen Mullin (18th hole), Ashley Owen (18th hole), and Susanne McIvor (11th hole).

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3 Deer Run Ridge, Eliot

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Beautiful 4 bedrooms and 3 bathroom home in private setting. Living room, dining room and kitchen offers a practical layout with the gas cooktop situated on the center island, great for entertainment. Primary Bedroom boasts an ensuite bathroom is spalike complete with a jacuzzi tub, a separate shower, and dual vanities. 3rd floor attic is partially finished with lots of potential. The unfinished basement is equipped with 2 heat pumps. Experience the tranquility of Eliot while being conveniently located the surrounding areas. SOLD AS IS. Offered at $599,900

Marcia Giniusz | 207.752.0472

York | $1,695,000

Minutes away from Perkins Cove, Ogunquit Beach, Cape Neddick Beach, Cape Neddick Country Club, and York Beaches. The home has 3086 sf - 3 bedrooms (1st floor primary & 1st floor laundry), 2 1/2 baths, Open Kitchen, Dining & Living. 4 season sunroom, huge family room/office space over the garage 2 car heated garage, walkout basement ready for your finish w/another 943sf - w/a full bath roughed in. 4.39 acres with irrigation and mature landscaping. Very private backyard. Rear deck with a 24x24 hardscape patio and wood burning fire pit. Generator, and a Security System Freshly painted throughout.

Deb Lynch | 207.361.7712

207.363.2497

Buxton | $374,900

Peace and tranquility! Enjoy the numerous perennial plantings displaying their color year-round. This large lot offers wonderful lawn space and two decks for relaxing . Historic and carefully preserved hand-hewn ceiling beams. A pellet stove on its brick hearth warms the cozy living room. The kitchen, bath, and sunroom have new stylish and easy to maintain flooring. A spacious kitchen with new appliances has room for dining. A lovely sunroom offers that perfect spot to curl up with a book. Plenty of storage for tools & toys in the garage and ample parking with two driveways. Convenient location to shopping, trails, and the river.

Carmen Lessard | 207.590.8655

Biddeford |

Saco River Frontage! 2 surveyed lots being sold together as potential building lot.Can purchase separately but can’t build on individually. Buyers & agents are encouraged to do due diligence with city code enforcement office & Saco River Corridor Commission to determine if lot(s) are suitable for buyers intentions prior to submitting an offer.

Joshua Lagasse | 207.251.3701

Old Orchard Beach | $599,900

Great opportunity to own a successful rental property, or move right into your new home! Located just a street over from the main strip and a quick five minute walk to the pier and beach!

Property boasts 4 bedrooms, garage, 2-full baths, central air, outdoor BBQ patio.

Ed Bones | 603.275.7574

York | $299,000

260 sqft condo located steps to Long Sands Beach. Large living room, galley kitchen, full bath, sleeping loft & view of the beach! Condo includes 2 covered tandem parking spots, snow removal, landscaping common outdoor space and a grill common to 3 of the units, including this one! GIven your immediate access to Long Sands Beach, we don't think you will be spending much time inside!

Robert Coles | 207.604.0577

Ogunquit | $849,000

Custom built in 2022. Located less than 2 miles to Footbridge Beach. Enjoy single level living at its finest -this three bedroom two and a half bathroom, open concept great for entertaining. Energy efficient including its R50 Nudura insulated walls. This home offers vinyl siding, stamped fiberglass reinforced concrete walkways, patio and driveway. Easy access to all of the areas amenities.

Dawson Sibley | 207.333.0400

$219,900