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Wells Winter Warriors Bring Locals Together

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The Wells Winter Warriors recently launched their annual Holiday Ugly Sweater event, which was held at the Merriland Farms Cafe in Wells. This year’s event was sold out, with proceeds going to support “A Day of Warming,” a benefit drive for seniors sponsored by the Wells Rotary Club. The special day was held at the WellsOgunquit Senior Center, with a Tuscan-themed lunch consisting of Caesar salad, pasta, meatballs, garlic bread, and chocolate torte

with vanilla ice cream for dessert.

Known as a special interest group, Wells Winter Warriors was created by Roger and Deborah LaPointe of Wells. Established in the fall of 2021, the LaPointes set a goal following the pandemic to be key stakeholders in creating opportunities for residents from Wells and the surrounding communities to get out during the “off season.”

At each social event, community members meet old and new friends while sharing a glass of

wine, a beer, or a favorite mocktail.

Over the past year, the Warriors have presented theme events such as “Wacky Hat Wednesday,” “Holiday Ugly Sweater,” a St. Patrick’s Day dinner, a wine tasting, and a group to attend the Wells Warrior football team homecoming.

Deborah states, “Roger and I both tried to re-imagine how group activities would encourage residents to come out during

“Wilding Our Places” Connects People and Pollinators

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What’s your New Year’s resolution? If it has anything to do with living it up and living better, please save the date for this upcoming event sponsored by the Planeteers of Southern Maine. Friends and neighbors are coming together to share insight, resources and tips on how to cultivate a healthy backyard for both humans and their critters.

“Wilding Our Places: Connecting People & Pollinators” is scheduled for Saturday, January 28, 3-5 p.m. in the Kennebunk Town Hall Auditorium, 1

Summer St., in Kennebunk. The success of the event depends on everybody’s participation. The Planeteers of Southern Maine and School All Around Us have partnered with the Kennebunk and Kennebunkport Conservation Commissions on the event, with full support from local Land Trusts and Conservations, among many others.

Program presenters include the “SoMePlaneteers,” homesteaders, native plant

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experts and propagators, and UME master gardeners, some of who are certified in permacul-

ture practices and human ecology. Other participants include rangers working the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge, and seasoned naturalists working the Wells Reserve at Laudholm.

The program will be multimedia in nature, given that a photo is often worth a thousand words. At least two of the presenters happen to be phenomenal photographers, capturing the essence of what and how best to cultivate healthful habi-

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Following program presentations, there will be ample time to visit and network. Information tables will be set up to showcase a variety of useful resources and tips, free raffles, and pledge sheets. Pledge sheet topics will include “No Mow May,” “Mow 50% / Grow 50%,” “Go Dark in June for the Birds,” and “Leave the Leaves.”

Playhouse Announces Its 2023 Season

The Ogunquit Playhouse announces it upcoming 2023 season, with a roster of fantastic shows. Loaded with the topnotch talent and the high production value that have come to be expected from the playhouse, the new season has a little something for everyone, a season not to be missed. The shows scheduled are as follows:

“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,” Extended Regional Premiere

Thursday, May 11 - Saturday, June 10. Back by popular demand! The must-see show of the 2022 season returns for a new five-week engagement, featuring all the music and passion of sing-

er-songwriter Carole King. This bonus production is in addition to the playhouse’s 2023 season, and is not a part of the Season Pass program. As such, there will be no gala opening night festivities associated with this show. Cast and creative team TBA.

“Singin’ in the Rain”

Thursday June 15 - Saturday July 15. “The Greatest Movie Musical of All Time” becomes one of the greatest theatrical tap-dancing extravaganzas of all time! Each unforgettable scene, song, and dance is here, including that unforgettable rainstorm. Hilarious situations, snappy dialogue, and a hit parade of Hollywood songs makes “Singin’ in the Rain” ideal entertainment

for every musical fan, and great fun for the whole family.

“On Your Feet!”

Thursday, July 20 - Saturday, August 19. The powerful true story of love, Latin heritage, and the inspiring music of a family whose humble beginnings traversed seemingly impossible boundaries to claim global su-

perstardom. Experience the extraordinary lives of Emilio and Gloria Estefan in this all-new international production. Fusing Cuban musical traditions with 1980s and 1990s high-energy pop rhythms, this multimedia stage spectacle makes “the very air in the room vibrate,” accord-

AUTO for Veterans Act Signed into Law

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President Biden recently signed into law provisions of the Advancing Uniform Transportation Opportunities (AUTO) for Veterans Act, legislation coauthored by U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) and Joe Manchin (D-WV) that will reduce the financial burden for severely disabled veterans who require special adaptive equipment to drive a motor vehicle. The legislation will make these veterans eligible to receive a grant through the Department

of Veterans Affairs (VA) to help purchase a new adaptive vehicle once every ten years, helping them to drive safely and maintain their independence.

Under the prior law, veterans could only receive a single automobile grant over the course of their lives. The provisions authored were enacted as part of the Veterans Auto and Education Improvement Act of 2022 (H.R. 7939), which was amended in the Senate to include the AUTO for Veterans Act provisions.

The AUTO for Veterans Act will relieve an enormous burden for many veterans throughout the country who need to purchase expensive adaptive vehicles in order to drive safely or to drive at all.

“Our nation owes American veterans our deepest gratitude. We must continue to honor that commitment to our veterans by supporting their needs, including those of disabled veterans who require adaptive modification of their vehicles long after they are discharged or retire from active duty,” said Senator Collins. “Neal Williams, a disabled veteran in Shirley, Maine, has had to purchase several adaptive vehicles since 1999, with each one lasting more than 250,000 miles. A new van costs well over $50,000, which is more than he paid for his home.

Neal was the inspiration behind the AUTO for Veterans Act, and

this important step will help those like Neal who have served our nation so honorably and sacrificed so much for our freedom.”

“PVA applauds Senator Collins and Senator Manchin for their efforts to pass the AUTO for Veterans Act,” said Heather Ansley, Associate Executive Director of Government Relations at Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA). “This bill will help veterans preserve the freedom and independence that adapted vehicles provide them, ensuring they are able to travel safely to and from work, medical appointments, and family obligations.”

Under the previous law, the VA was authorized to provide eligible veterans with a one-time grant of approximately $21,400 to be used to purchase a new or used automobile and necessary adaptive equipment, such as specialized pedals or switches. This grant is often used together with the VA Special Adaptive Equipment Grants, which help veterans purchase adaptive equipment, such as powered lifts, for an existing automobile or van to make it safe for a veteran’s use. The average cost to replace modified vehicles ranges from $20,000 to $80,000 when the vehicle is new and $21,000 to $35,000 when the vehicle is used.

Although veterans could

Closures to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

NATIONWIDEPost offices across the state will be closed on Monday, January 16, as employees pause to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a federal holiday held on the third Monday of January. The holiday celebrates the life and achievements of Martin Luther King Jr., an influential American civil rights leader.

Street delivery on Monday will be limited to guaranteed overnight parcels, and there will be no collection of mail. In addition, all major and local banks and Wall Street will also be closed in observance of the holiday.

receive multiple Special Adaptive Equipment Grants over the course of their lives, they were limited to a single grant to purchase a vehicle. This limitation failed to take into account that a disabled veteran will need more than one vehicle in his or her lifetime. According to the Department of Transportation, the average useful life of a vehicle is 11.8 years, and a vehicle that has been modified structurally tends to have a shorter useful life. Under the Auto for Veterans Act, disabled veterans will be eli-

Intro to Criminal Justice Course

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“Intro to Criminal Justice” will explore the historical development, current operation, and future trends of criminal justice, both in the U.S. and around the world. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary problems in the definition of law, the enforcement of law, strategies of policing, judicial systems, sentencing strategies and correctional practices.

This course will be taught by South Berwick’s Lieutenant Jeff Upton, resource officer at

Marshwood High School, on Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m., starting Tuesday, January 17 through Saturday, May 13. The course, offered at the high school, is available to Marshwood students in partnership with York County Community College. Successful completion will earn three credits. Free to enroll, students are responsible for any additional costs, including books, associated with the course. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. To enroll, visit https:// tinyurl.com/5n7vczcv.

Full retail and delivery operations will resume on Tuesday, January 17.

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gible for a grant to purchase a new adaptive vehicle once per decade.

For more information, visit www.collins.senate.gov/newsroom/provisions-of-auto-forveterans-act-signed-into-law.

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Towns of Eliot and South Berwick Update

All Marshwood Students are Eligible for Free Meals Meals MSAD #35 announces its policy to serve nutritious meals every school day under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. Effective through June 30, all students are eligible for free meals regardless of household income. FMI: 207-439-2438.

Town of KennebunkKennebunkport Updates

RSU 21 Holding Bus Driver Hiring & Appreciation Event

Wednesday, January 25, 8 a.m.4 p.m. at the Transportation Hub, 116 York St, Kennebunk. The RSU 21 School District is inviting those interested in becoming bus drivers to attend an open house to learn about the position and transportation team. The district is currently seeking to fill seven bus driver positions, and has increased incentives to meet that demand. In addition to offering full-time benefits for a part-time schedule (25 hours), the district is offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus and a $1,000 referral bonus to district employees who refer a successful candidate. No CDL is required to apply. New hires will receive training for the required certification and will work as a bus aide until receiving their CDL. FMI: www.rsu21.net.

Kennebunk Little Pantry

The shelves of the town’s Little Pantry, on the front porch of the Kennebunk-KennebunkportArundel Chamber of Commerce office at 16 Water Street, are nearly bare. Donations of just about everything are needed. Items can be dropped off at any time. FMI: www. chamber.gokennebunks.com/list/ member/little-pantry-1995.

COS Food4Kids Food Program Available to RSU21 Community Outreach Services (COS) of the Kennebunks and Arundel provides nutritious food for children when school lunch and breakfast are unavailable on weekends, school holidays, and summer break through the

Food4Kids program. FMI: 207604-1394 or tbarden@kennebunkmaine.us.

Town of Kittery Updates

Kittery Town Hall Closed

In observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Town Hall will be closed on Monday, January 16.

Town Hall will re-open for regular business hours Tuesday, January, 17.

Dog License Reminder

The Town of Kittery reminds residents that they only have a few weeks left to renew dog licenses.

Maine State Law requires all dogs that are 6 months of age, or within 10 days after ownership, to be licensed. Licenses expire December 31 each year; renewal deadline is Tuesday, January 31. For licenses not renewed by January 31, a $25 late fee will be assessed.

Renew in-person at the Town Hall, call ahead for hours of operation. Renew online at https://apps1.web. maine.gov/cgi-bin/online/dog_license. To renew by mail, provide a rabies certificate and neutering/ spayed certificate, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope and a check made out to the Town of Kittery with the corresponding fee, ATTN: Town Clerk, 200 Rogers Road, Kittery, ME 03904. FMI: 207-475-1313 or jrichards@ kitteryme.org.

Footprints Food Pantry

Footprints reduces the impact of hunger in the communities of Kittery and Eliot. The pantry provides fresh produce, non-perishables, meats, dairy and household products for those in need. Footprints can also deliver to those without a car or who are homebound. Call ahead to see about weekly delivery eligibility at 207-439-4673. The pantry is located at 200 Rogers Rd in Kittery. Hours are Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. FMI: www. kitteryme.gov/welfare-services/ pages/footprints-food-pantry.

Winter Parking Ban

The Town of Kittery winter parking ban is now in effect through April 1. No vehicles shall be parked on any town way between the hours of midnight and 6 a.m., regardless of weather conditions. Violations of

the parking ban could result in a fine and the vehicle being towed at owner’s expense. FMI: www. kitteryme.gov.

Seapoint Beach Research

An ongoing research study is being conducted across multiple sites along the Gulf of Maine, including Seapoint Beach in Kittery. The research areas will be outlined with 10-20 6” x 6” squares on rocks at the end of the beach and monitored on a monthly basis through April. Visitors are asked to stay outside the outlined research areas. FMI: www.tinyurl. com/3np3887y.

School Meal Benefits

“Free and reduced-price meal benefit” applications are available for families with students enrolled in Kittery School District, which is participating in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). Students may also be eligible for additional benefits. Foster children may be eligible regardless of the income of the household with whom they reside. FMI: 207439-1121 or email Wendy Collins, School Nutrition Director, at wcollins@kitteryschools.com.

Town of Wells Updates

Property Revaluation

During the next several months, the town of Wells will undergo a property revaluation, which will include the restructuring of cost tables and upgrading of the depreciation tables, in order to ensure equity in assessment. The assessing staff working with the Vision Appraisal revaluation team of appraisers and data collectors. These teams may be seen around town in well-marked vehicles and will be carrying identification.

Taxpayers are encouraged to check their assessment information on the town website under “departments,” “assessing,” and “property cards” (will go to Vision Appraisal website), in order to find errors or irregularities. FMI: 207646-6081.

Dog License Reminder

Dog licenses expired December 31. Bring a current rabies and neutering certificate, if applicable. The fee for an intact male or female

dog is $11, for neutered or spayed is $6. A $25 late fine starts February 1, in addition to the licensing fee. FMI: 207-646-2882.

York County Update

Overeaters Anonymous

Fridays at 9 a.m. at First Parish Church hall, 180 York St., York. For those who struggle with food, weight or unwanted food behavSee EVENTS on page 7 . . .

Holiday Closure

Some libraries may be closed on Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Call ahead or visit online for library schedules.

Berwick Public Library Holiday Closure

The library will be closed Saturday, January 14.

“Wondrous Writers” Youth Writing Workshop Tuesdays, 4-5 p.m., until February 14. With author Alex Bregy. For writers ages 10-14. Join author Alex Bregy to create characters and write stories. Participants will work on generating story ideas, plotting strategies, and getting the words down on paper. Share work with the group and receive feedback. Space is limited. Contact the library to register.

Win a TV for the Super Bowl

The Berwick Library Association is offering a 40” full HD Roku-smart television as a prize in a drawing to be held on Friday, February 10, just in time for the Super Bowl. Tickets will be sold ongoing at the library.

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

D.A. Hurd Library

Chair Yoga Mondays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., With Maggie Cataldi from Half Moon Yoga. $15 per class. No classes on Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Library T-Shirts For Sale $15 per t-shirt. D.A. Hurd Library blank stationery note cards are for sale in packs of four cards for $5.

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

Graves Memorial Public Library Story Time 10-10:45 a.m. on Fridays.

Weekly Readings Wednesdays, 7-7:30 p.m. Who doesn’t like to be read a story? Relive that joyful experience as an adult. Tune in to the reader and tune out the world for a few minutes of well-chosen words. A merry band of readers shares a stories, maybe some music, or parts of a play each Wednesday evening on Facebook, YouTube, and local cable channel 1301.

For More Information

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

Kennebunk Free Library

Story Times

10 a.m. in Hanks Room on Tuesday, January 17, as well as Mondays, January 23 and January 30.

Trivia Night 6:30-7:30 on Wednesday, January 18. Play alone or in a team! Sign up on the library’s website.

Tech Time Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 2-5 p.m. Technology is a constant in everybody’s daily lives, but it 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.

For More Information

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

Ogunquit Memorial Library

Winter Hours

The library will be closed on Mondays through May.

January Book Club Tuesday, January 17, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. The Book Club will be discussing “Crossroads,” by Jonathan Franzen. Copies for borrowing are available at the library. Please RSVP if attending.

Fiber Arts Friends Saturday, January 21, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sweet Stitches is a crafting group for knitting, crochet, sewing, cross stitch, and other fiber arts. Bring a current or finished project to share, or start a new one.

Book Arts Group

On Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at the library. Call ahead to make sure the group is meeting. This is an established group that meets weekly at the library. Interested newcomers are always to come and learn the art of bookbinding. For ages 12 and older.

For More Information

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

Rice Public Library Story Time

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., on the second floor, story-time area. Stories, play, and a small takehome craft or coloring page. Open to children up to age 5 and their caregivers. No registration needed; just stop in.

LEGO Club

Wednesdays at 4 p.m., on the second floor, story-time area.

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

Teen Crafternoon

Wednesdays at 4 p.m., fl oor L, in the Makerspace. Ages 12-18. An afternoon of crafts with Greta, our resident crafting queen.

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

Wells Public Library

Teen Game Tournament: GimKit Live Wednesday, January 18 at 1:15 p.m. Kahoot meets Among Us meets other RPG. Fun trivia games. Bring your own device – a Chromebook or phone will work perfectly. Prizes and snacks provided. For students in grade 5 and up. Free, sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library.

Adult Crafternoon

Thursday, January 19 at 2 p.m. Come plan an awesome 2023 by creating a vision board. All materials are provided.

Lunar New Year

Brush Painting Tuesday, January 24 at 2 p.m. Kick off the Lunar New Year by learning to write some simple Chinese phrases and the meaning of the Year of the Rabbit. Registration is required.

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

York Public Library

Family Piano Series: Children’s Favorites Saturday, January 14, 10:30-11 a.m. Join pianist Linda Drew for 30 minutes of kid-friendly tunes at the baby grand piano. Linda plays beautiful arrangements of favorite children’s songs. All ages are welcome.

So, You’ve Always Wanted to Read the Bible 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Wheeler Room. First session starts Wednesday, January 18. Monthly reading group to simply read the Bible, discussing together what has been read in a non-religious setting and format. The group plans to read the entire Bible in one year. Registration required at yorkreadthebibleyear@gmail. com. The group is limited to 14 people due to room capacity, so sign up soon.

Preschool Story Time Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the children’s story-time area at the library. Stories, movement and songs. Suggested for preschool

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Ecomaine Invites Maine Students to Upcycle Challenge

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Ecomaine recently announced the 2023 launch of its school-based Upcycle Challenge, which will award $500 to a participating student’s school.

The Upcycle Challenge asks students in Ecomaine’s member communities to use items that ordinarily would have been disposed of, to make all-new, functional ones and

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age with a caregiver. Register

Italian Conversation Group Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. in the Wheeler Room. Parliamo Italiano! The library is pleased to resume the group for casual conversation in Italian. Suitable for those with intermediate to advanced conversational skills in the Italian language.

A Matter of Balance Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. In partnership with Southern Maine Agency on Aging, a nationally recognized program designed to help reduce fall risks, exercise to increase strength and balance, and learn selfadvocacy for independence. This is a discussion-based class with the goal of learning from fellow participants. Free of charge. FMI: 207-396-6578 or www.smaaa.org.

Baby and Toddler Time Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the children’s story-time area. Stories, songs, rhymes and lap bounces. For babies and toddlers and their caregivers. Register to guarantee a spot and to receive a reminder email. Drop-ins welcome as space is available.

LEGO Builders Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m. in the craft area. Build something amazing! Use the library’s LEGOs to create something to be put on display until the next builder meeting. Kids K-4 can participate with a caregiver. This is a drop-in program, no registration necessary.

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 new program at the library. A casual weekly gathering of individuals interested in having civil discussion about current events.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-363-2818 or visit www.yorkpubliclibrary.org.

submit them by Friday, March 31. From the submissions, Ecomaine’s Outreach & Recycling Committee will select a group of finalists, based on the incorporation of post-consumer materials, the ingenuity and functionality of the new creation, inclusion of students in the process, as well as the approval from a teacher or advisor. Following the determination of finalists, the designs will be voted on by the public through the end of Earth Month, April 2023.

In the past, the Upcycle Challenge has seen entries including: a working chandelier made from old plastic bottles, a bike rack made from old bicycles, clothing fashioned from plastic, old fabric, and other materials, old clothing turned into hair scrunchies, furniture from old tires, and movie projectors made from all kinds of would-be-junk materials.

“Every year, we’re blown away by the creativity of Maine’s students,” said Matt Grondin, Ecomaine’s Director of Communications & Public Affairs. “It’s clear that these young ‘Ecomaineiacs’ have the desire to keep materials out of our landfills and have the ingenuity to make some incredibly fun, functional, and resourceful new designs.”

Guidelines, rules, and the entry form can be found at www. ecomaine.org. For more information, call 207-523-3108 or email grondin@ecomaine.org.

U.S. Flag Flown over Capitol Displayed at MMS

ELIOTMichelle Simpson recently requested, through the office of Congresswoman Chellie Pingree, a flag that was flown over the U.S. Capitol. She thought it would be a nice way to thank the students and staff at Marshwood Middle School (MMS) for their continued support for veterans and first responders.

Simpson stated “I wanted to say thank you to MMS for organizing and hosting the Veterans Day Celebration this past November. As a veteran myself, I was honored to be a part of the celebration, and humbled to learn that MMS has been hosting this event annually since 2001.”

That very same flag is now displayed in the school’s front entryway, with a certificate that states: “This is to certify that the accompanying flag was flown over the United States Capitol. This flag was flown at the request of the Honorable Chellie Pingree, member of Congress, in

staff,

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appreciation of Marshwood Middle School students and

for their devoted support of veterans and first responders.” Officer Mazur and Michelle Simpson are pictured above.

MLK Jr. Holiday Celebration a 20-Year Tradition

KENNEBUNKPeople from all over York County and beyond are welcome to celebrate the holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 16 at 10 a.m. This will be the 20th annual MLK Jr. event at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 114 Main St., Kennebunk.

The event features Keynote Speaker Krystal Williams (pictured), whose topic is “The Fierce Urgency of Now: Answering the Call of Justice During Uncertain Times.”

Pianist Christopher Staknys will perform several pieces of music composed by black mu-

sicians, and Rev. Lara Campbell will welcome everyone to the event, which will also be available on Zoom. The presentations will be held in the secondfloor Sanctuary, and a reception will follow in the Parish Hall.

“I am so excited about holding this event in person again, after two years on-line, especially since it’s our 20th anniversary,” said Vicki Adams, who organized the first MLK event at the historic church in 2003.

Krystal Williams is the founder of and managing attorney for Providentia Group, a legal and business advisory firm in Maine, whose mission is to create economic equity through entrepreneurship. In 2020 she founded Alpha Legal Foundation, a nonprofit focused on diversifying the legal profession. Williams moved to Maine after hiking the Appalachian Trail, and welcomes being called by her trail name, Bumblebee. Williams holds a J.D. from the University of Maine School of Law, an MBA from the Amos Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and degrees in Mathematics and Psychology from Williams College.

Chris Staknys is the Music Director at First Parish Church. A graduate of The Juilliard School with a degree in solo piano performance, he has appeared as performer and composer in cities such as New York, Boston, Los Angeles, Paris and Salzburg at venues

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including Carnegie Hall and Alice Tully Hall. He has won numerous competitions including first prize in the Steinway Society of Massachusetts Piano Competition.

Tickets are on sale at www. uukennebunk.org/mlk20, and at the door. $15 for adults and $5 for students both in person or on Zoom. Proceeds will benefit the Alpha Legal Foundation, which was founded by Williams. The event is sponsored by the Social Justice Network of First Parish.

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the winter months. We realized there was an opportunity to not only meet new people in town, but to also support our local venues when business is slower. With this concept, we created the name ‘Wells Winter Warriors,’ established a Facebook page, and now have over 200 followers. Everyone attends with the same idea in mind, to meet old and new friends, and to visit venues which we may not be able to visit during the busy tourist season.”

So far for 2023, the Warriors are planning another “Day of Warming” on Saturday, February 18, a St. Patrick’s Day bash with the location still to be determined, and to host their

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The Center for Wildlife (CFW) has a variety of events coming up for the month of January:

Ambassador Meet-and-Greet Fundraiser at North Country Cider

Saturday, January 14, 12-3 p.m. Join CFW at North Country Hard Cider for a fundraising meet and greet with CFW ambassadors! CFW will be conducting short educational programs featuring live ambassador animals, as well as meet-and-greets. Come by, drink some cider, and support CFW! North Country Hard Cider is located at 38 Littleworth Road, Dover, NH.

Story Time

Saturday, January 14, 1212:30 p.m. Stop by for a selfguided tour of CFW’s nature center and outdoor ambassador enclosures, with the added bonus of story time in the nature

center! CFW educators will read a seasonal-themed story and talk about the animals.

Ambassador Meet-And-Greet Sundays, January 15 and 29, and Saturdays, January 14 and 21, 1-1:30 p.m. Stop by CFW for a self-guided tour of the Nature Center and Outdoor Ambassador Enclosures, with the added bonus of a meet and greet with one of the ambassador animals! Each meet-and-greet will feature a different ambassador animal. Learn about their species and their specific stories up close.

Facebook Live: Lunch and Learn Tuesdays, 12-12:30 p.m. Join CFW staff on a Facebook live, every Tuesday at 12 p.m. Each month will focus on a new theme. Meet some of the nonreleasable ambassadors and new patients.

Astronomy Walk

very first Kentucky Derby event at the Merriland Farms Cafe in May. They are also known for posting last-minute events such as tailgate parties at the Wells Summer Concerts.

“There is no true membership application, just encouragement that you come join one of our posted events, which can be found on our Facebook page, ‘Wells Winter Warriors.’ We also welcome suggestions on what you would like to see for future events and social gatherings,” states Roger.

For more information, email the Wells Winter Warriors at winterwarriors57@gmail. com.

Tuesday, January 17, 4:30 -6 p.m. Join CFW and Edward Herrick-Gleason of the Southworth Planetarium for night of space exploration! Learn about the cosmos, mingle with likeminded individuals and soak in a guided view of the stars from the perspective of the new campus. Spaces limited. Pre-registration required.

Owl Prowl

Friday, January 20, 5:30-7 p.m. Spend the evening learning about regional owl species and hit the trails to have a look for owls, right here in our own backyard! All Owl Prowl programs start with a meet-and-greet with a non-releasable wildlife ambassador, followed by exploration time in which we will call for and have a look out for wild owls in the area.

Winter Tracking - Naturalist Series with Lead with Nature

Sunday, January 22, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. CFW’s new Naturalist Series with Master Naturalist Dan Gardoqui of Lead with Nature. A three-part naturalist program featuring winter track in the winter, bush-craft workshops in the spring and foraging lessons this summer. The Winter Tracking series is a three-hour immersive experience exploring the woodlands surrounding CFW in search of signs of wildlife. Dan Gardoqui will pass along knowledge acquired over years spent studying the natural world. This program will be spent entirely outdoors and will involve moderate to difficult navigation of uneven terrain.

For more information and to reserve for any events, visit www.thecenterforwildlife.org.

Bill to Expand Access to Assistive Technology Signed into Law

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The 21st Century Assistive Technology Act was recently signed into law as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. The act will expand access to affordable assistive technology for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Technology plays an increasingly important role in everyday life – in business, government, media and communication, commerce, and education. Developments in mainstream technology have had a profound positive impact for seniors and individuals with disabilities, making their daily lives easier with everyday use.

Assistive technology, or AT, is any piece of equipment, device, or system that makes it easier for someone with a disability to live more independently and safely, work at a job, learn in school, get around their community, or pursue play and leisure.

“As our population ages, the need for care and support increased,” said Senator Susan Collins, who co-sponsored the bill. “Advances in technology bridge the ‘care gap.’ Technology improves function in activities of daily living, helps to manage multiple chronic conditions, reduces risk of hazards, and makes homes safer for seniors and those with disabilities. In support of these communities, this legislation will make assistive technology more available to Maine children, adults, and seniors who need access to these life-changing technologies to maintain their independence.”

Specifically, the legisla-

tion reauthorizes state AT grant programs for the first time since 2004, to improve access to new and innovative technologies for those it benefits. The revised grant programs serve all people with disabilities, including veterans and older adults who developed disabilities later in life, and will also increase funding authorized for programs that serve rural areas.

The Maine CITE Program, located at the University of Maine Augusta, provides information, training and services about AT, manages statewide device demo, loan, and reuse programs, and provides technical assistance to organizations and individuals. The reauthorization of the AT Act will provide the support and resources necessary for the state’s many AT programs, addressing identified gaps in services and expanding existing device demonstration and loan programs to rural areas.

Maine CITE oversees a centralized inventory of more than 1,000 AT devices available through select partners across the state. The inventory includes devices such as tablets with communication apps, medication management devices, smart home tech, remote door lock devices, vision/magnifiers, adapted keyboards, hearing/ personal amplifier devices, and vibrating/alerting watches.

For more information about the 21st Century Assistive Technology Act, visit www. collins.senate.gov/newsroom. For more information about the Maine CITE program, visit www.mainecite.org.

iors. Fellowship and support, free of cost. FMI: www.oa.org.

York County Shelter

Food Pantry

The food pantry is seeking nonperishable food donations and encouraging food drives on their behalf. The pantry, located at 5 Swetts Bridge Road in Alfred, serves about 4,500 people every month and is open 12-3 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday. FMI: 207-3241137 or mikeo@ycspi.org.

Saturday, January 14

PFAS Forum

9:30 a.m. at the Arundel Town Hall,

257 Limerick Road, Arundel. Learn about PFAS, the “forever chemical” that’s been found in Maine soil and drinking water. Panel will include Maine Senator Henry Ingwersen (District 32), dairy farmer Fred Stone, and Sarah Woodbury, director of Advocacy, Defend our Health. Sponsored by Democrats of the Kennebunks & Arundel (DKA). FMI or to attend virtually: www.kennebunkdems.org.

Thursday, January 19

Wells Republican

tech talk

Meeting

To be held in the Community Room of Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Road, Wells. Doors open 6 p.m.

New Bill Supports Research on Technology’s Impact on Children

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U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Ed Markey (D-MA), Roy Blunt (R-MO), and Michael Bennet (D-CO) took part in passing the CAMRA Act in the Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) omnibus package. The CAMRA Act directs the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Department of Health and Human Services to lead a research program on technology and media’s effects on infants, children, and adolescents in core areas of cognitive, physical, and socio-emotional development. As part of the FY23 omnibus package, $15 million will be dedicated for the first year of this research initiative.

As screen time for children has nearly doubled during the pandemic and rates of mental health challenges among children and teens are soaring, the CAMRA Act would commission research to investigate the impact of exposure to and use of media and technologies such as mobile devices, computers, social media, online applications, websites, television, motion pictures, artificial intelligence, video games, and virtual and augmented reality.

“As technology and media continue to change, so does the manner in which young people interact with it on a daily basis. There is little research, however, on the effects these devices have

for sign in, meeting 6:30-8 p.m. Guest speaker: Michael Quatrano, Executive Director of Maine Civic Action. Republicans from any town are always welcome. FMI: nford. wellsgop@gmail.com or 207-4682395.

on their short- and long-term health and development,” said Senator Collins. “In recent years, screens have dominated the way that children interact with the world, and social isolation is prevalent. Our legislation will provide NIH with the resources necessary to conduct this important research.”

“Thanks to the CAMRA Act, parents will soon have even more science-backed evidence about the threats Big Tech poses to their children,” said Senator Markey. “I’m proud that I was able to work across the aisle with my bipartisan colleagues to deliver this important legislation to American families in time for the new year. This legislation will empower young people and their parents with the knowledge – and in turn, the power – to advocate for their health and safety, as Big Tech continues to prey on the time, attention, and privacy of our nation’s youth.”

“With more children using digital devices in their everyday lives, it’s critically important for us to learn more about how technology may impact their health and development,” said Senator Blunt. “This bill prioritizes research that will give parents, teachers, and health professionals the information they need to provide a better environment for children to learn and grow.

“As America’s kids spend more time on social media, I believe it’s no coincidence we have also seen a crisis of teen mental health,” said Senator Bennet. “After years of advocacy, I’m pleased we passed the CAMRA Act to research how social media affects the cognitive, physical,

and socio-emotional development of our kids. Parents deserve better data, and this legislation will help give it to them.”

Media companies and technology corporations also support the efforts of this new bill. Michael Levine, Chief Knowledge Officer at Sesame Workshop, states, “Sesame Workshop is strongly supportive of the CAMRA Act’s efforts to expand federal investment on the impact of media and new technologies on children’s learning and healthy development.

Sesame Street has long demonstrated that media has enormous potential to educate and inspire, and we applaud this bipartisan approach to further support critically needed research to benefit children and families.”

For more information, visit www.congress.gov/bill/117thcongress/senate-bill.

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Ocean Taxi, LLC, is a new cab company based in Wells, offering service to customers in Wells, Ogunquit, and the surrounding area.

As a locally owned and operated, small company, Ocean Taxi’s goal is to provide clean, comfortable, reliable, and personalized car services to its customers. Ride share services operate in the area, but are often scarce or unavailable. Ocean Taxi hopes to fill this gap by providing top-notch transportation at reasonable rates.

The company offers service to and from the train and bus transportation centers. Ocean Taxi also offers car services to and from airports, including Portland and Boston. The car service company is also available for local deliveries, and for

People and Business Profiles

transporting guests to appointments, shopping, dining, or anywhere else they may need to go.

Each call is handled on an individual basis, but pre-booking whenever possible is highly recommended in order to avoid any potential delays. Should weather or traffic conditions be a factor in transport issues, the company will always keep guests updated on delays and scheduling.

Currently operating on a limited winter schedule, Ocean Taxi is available 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily. Exceptions can always be made for pre-booked appointments to catch early flights at the airports. A schedule with spring and summer hours will be announced at a later time.

Call Ocean Taxi for more information at 207-569-5660 or 207-216-9207.

Super Flood Basin Project Earns Honors

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U.S. Senator Susan Collins received the prestigious Golden Plate Award from the American Academy of Achievement to commemorate her record of public service. Following the award presentation, she was inducted into the Academy’s Achievement Museum.

“I am deeply honored to receive this recognition,” said the senator. “Over the past six decades, the American Academy of Achievement has faithfully catalogued the achievements of leading luminaries in the arts, business, science, sports, and public service, with the goal of inspiring future leaders. When I meet with young Mainers, I often tell them that if I can go from the halls of Caribou High School to the Chambers of the United States Senate, they can do anything. I hope that my

story will encourage them to work hard, follow their dreams, and never give up.”

The American Academy of Achievement is a nonprofit foundation that seeks to bring aspiring young people together with real-life heroes. The Golden Plate Award has been presented by the Academy annually since 1961 at the International Achievement Summit. Chosen by the Academy’s Awards Council and other distinguished authorities, these men and women of extraordinary accomplishment in the sciences, professions, business, industry, arts, literature, sports, entertainment, and public service, are acclaimed as visionaries and achievers who represent the many who excel. Golden Plate recipients are also inducted into the Achievement Museum, which preserves the life stories and achievements of

Academy members, and brings to life the pages of history for hundreds of thousands of students.

Some of the previous inductees include Presidents Barack Obama, Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush; astronauts Neil Armstrong and John Glenn; Supreme Court Justices Sandra Day O’Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg; business leaders Oprah Winfrey and Steve Jobs; Hollywood directors George Lucas and Steven Spielberg; actors Jimmy Stewart, Julie Andrews, Clint Eastwood, and James Earl Jones; singers B.B. King, Stevie Wonder, and Ray Charles; athletes Michael Jordan, Muhammad Ali, and Simone Biles; and civil rights champions John Lewis and Rosa Parks. For more information, visit www.achievement. org.

Wreaths Across America Announces New Theme for 2023

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Cianbro’s engineering team worked for more than a year-and-a-half on the P-310 Dry Dock Super Flood Basin project for Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

In the Summer of 2021, the team watched with pride as the 5,338ton concrete structure left the Ricker’s Wharf facility in Portland, where it was built, floating down the Fore River to its permanent home at the shipyard. It was a proud moment for the team and for the company, and those moments of pride seem to keep coming. In the fall of 2022, the project earned ENR New England’s Best Airport/ Transit Project, and was a finalist for ENR’s Project of the Year. Additionally, the project earned an Eagle Award from the Massachusetts Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors

Awarded in December 2019 by the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), the entrance structure is just a small portion of the overall modernization project at the Shipyard. The ultimate goal is to create a navigation lock system to reduce tide dependency for submarine movements in and out of the Shipyard’s Dry Dock 1.

In early April 2022, the shipyard reached a milestone, successfully docking the USS Cheyenne into Dry Dock 1 without the assistance of buoyancy tanks for the first time ever. Cianbro’s work on the project has helped support the U.S. Navy’s mission of returning

Each year, millions of Americans come together to remember the fallen, honor those that serve and their families, and teach the next generation about the value of freedom. This gathering of volunteers and patriots takes place in local, state and national cemeteries in all 50 states as part of National Wreaths Across America Day. Each year, a new theme is chosen to help volunteers and supporters focus their messaging and outreach in their own communities. The national nonprofit has announced the theme for 2023: “Serve and Succeed.”

The inspiration for this year’s theme came while discussing the significance of 2022’s theme, which was “Find a Way to

critical assets back to its fleet.

“Cianbro takes on a number of challenging and complex projects, and this one was no exception. Projects like this are a once-in-a-lifetime experience for many of our team members,” says Brendan Scully, Project Manager. “Receiving these awards is a feather in our cap, not only for the company, but for each team member who put in the work on the super flood basin. We’re all proud of our team’s work, and this reaffirms that we accomplished

Serve.” Wreaths Across America focuses on the storylines of veterans and military families who have found success through their own service, while also highlighting local volunteers across the country and the success that comes from serving their communities. The organization will continue its commitment to supporting and bringing attention to the needs of the veteran community while also showcasing the continued contributions of those who serve.

“There are many ways to serve your community and country, and just as many definitions of success,” said Karen Worcester, executive director of Wreaths Across America. “We hope through focusing on those

something great.”

Founded in 1949, Cianbro is one of the United States’ largest 100% employee-owned construction and construction services companies. Cianbro presently operates in more than 40 states and employs more than 4,000 team members. Cianbro manages and self-performs all elements of construction. Throughout its more than 70year history, Cianbro has safely and efficiently planned, managed, and constructed many technically complex, historic,

stories of success we will help change the dialogue around what it means to serve your country.”

In 2022, more than 2.7 million veterans’ wreaths were placed by volunteers on headstones at 3,702 participating locations around the country, with each name spoken out loud. Wreaths Across America volunteers work year-round to ensure military laid to rest are remembered, that families and living veterans are honored, and the next generation is taught about the value of freedom.

This year, National Wreaths Across America Day will be Saturday, December 16. The event is free and open to all. For more information, visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org.

and environmentally sensitive projects for a wide variety of public and private clients. A total commitment to safety combined with the enthusiasm of an innovative team of construction professionals has enabled Cianbro to build a durable reputation for completing projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. For more information, visit www.cianbro.com.

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(ABC MA) and an Excellence in Construction Award from Associated Builders and Contractors of Connecticut (CT ABC).

Wells Welcomes New Taxi Service

Senator Collins Recognized by American Academy of Achievement, Inducted into Achievement Museum

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Hours after earning bipartisan support from the Maine Legislature, Governor Janet Mills signed legislation enacting the Emergency Winter Energy Relief Plan. The plan will provide direct financial relief to Maine families to help them stay warm this winter.

“With high energy prices causing real hardship, this emergency measure will ease the financial burden on Maine people by putting money back into their pockets and ensure that our most vulnerable citizens are able to stay warm this winter,” said the Governor. “I thank the Legislature for its strong, bipartisan vote, and I look forward to con-

tinuing to work with them to implement long-term solutions that will bring down energy costs, improve energy efficiency, and reduce Maine’s highest-in-thenation dependence on expensive and harmful fossil fuels.”

“Maine people needed immediate help with heating and housing assistance and with this bill, we delivered,” said

Speaker of the House, Rachel Talbot Ross. “Direct financial relief should be in mailboxes by the end of the month, and vital emergency housing funds will be distributed to municipalities to prevent evictions during the coldest months. When we truly work together and put the needs of Maine people before partisanship, this is the progress

that we can achieve. It is my full intention this upcoming session to build upon these results and continue to deliver for all Maine families.” she said

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With the new year comes new tax laws. This year, U.S. taxpayers must file their 2022 income tax forms before the Tuesday, April 18 deadline. For many people, major life changes, business ownership, or simply a lack of knowledge about the ever-changing tax laws make finding a trustworthy tax preparer a good idea, but a challenging one. That said, not all tax preparers have the same level of experience and training. Here are some tips for finding a trustworthy tax preparer. someone you can trust with finances and sensitive personal information.

Which type of tax preparer is right? First, it is important to understand the different types of tax preparers and their qualifications. Only enrolled agents, certified public accounts and attorneys may represent their clients to the IRS on matters such as audits, collection issues, and appeals.

Enrolled Agent (EA)

An EA is a tax preparer that has been approved by the IRS to represent taxpayers. An EA must either have prior qualifying employment with the IRS or pass an intensive two-day exam on federal taxation and complete a background check. To maintain EA status, they must complete a specified number of credit hours each year of continuing education in accounting methods and tax regulations. An EA may work independently or as part of a firm and may specialize in specific areas of tax law. An EA is a good option more complex tax situations. However, make sure their area of expertise applies to individual personal situation. Fees and availability may vary, but expect an EA to charge less than a CPA. An EA is also qualified to help with financial planning and give tips that could help reduce taxes in the future.

Certified Public Accountants (CPA)

CPAs have a college degree, or the equivalent in practical work experience in the field. They are licensed after passing a state professional qualifying exam. CPAs are highly skilled in accounting. This makes them good candidates for complex tax planning and preparation if they are experienced in handling tax matters, and are enrolled in continuing education programs that keep them abreast of the constant changes to tax laws. If the tax return is quite complex, a CPA may be the best choice for tax preparation. Keep in mind, however, they will charge much more than basic tax preparers.

Attorneys

Tax attorneys often charge the highest fees as tax preparers. For taxpayers looking to legally shelter part of their income, or for those who need specialized advice on municipal bonds, estate planning, and the like, hiring a tax attorney is a good option.

Non-Credentialed Tax Preparers

There are about 700,000 people who work as non-credentialed tax preparers in the United States. They often work part-time or only during the tax season. These preparers must have an active preparer tax identification number (PTIN) through the IRS, but beyond that, regulating tax preparers is done at the state level. In the vast majority of states, anyone can prepare tax returns

for others without having to take an exam, get a license, or comply with other government regulation.

Most tax preparers are legitimate and competent, but keep in mind that without a national license requirement, they may be working off of their own personal research and experience. Because of this, it is important to conduct a thorough interview with the tax preparer before hiring them.

Choosing the Right One Review the tax preparer’s credentials. EAs, CPAs, and tax attorneys are all qualified to represent their clients to the IRS on all matters. Other preparers can help with forms and basic matters, but cannot represent the taxpayer in case of an audit. Do not be afraid to ask about these or other qualifications when hiring someone.

Be wary of spectacular promises. If a tax preparer promises larger refunds than the competition, this is a red flag. Many such tax preparers base their fees on the amount of the return and may be likely to use shady tax preparation tactics. In addition, it is wise to avoid tax preparers who offer “refund anticipation loans,” as you’ll probably lose a large percentage of your return to commission fees.

Get referrals from friends and family. One of the best ways to find a trustworthy tax preparer is to ask friends and loved ones for recommendations. Once there are

a few options, check the BBB.org, paying careful attention to other consumers’ reviews or complaint details. This will give a clear view about what to expect.

Think about availability. If the IRS finds errors in the tax forms or decides to perform an audit, will the tax preparer be available to help with the details? Find out whether the preparer is available all year long or only during tax season.

Ask about fees ahead of time. Before agreeing to any services, read contracts carefully and understand how much the tax preparer charges for their services. Ask about extra fees for e-filing state, federal, and local returns, as well as fees for any unexpected complications.

If things don’t add up, find someone else. If a tax preparer can’t verify their credentials, has a record of bad reviews from previous clients, or their business practices do not seem convincing, do not do business with them. Keep in mind that this individual will handle sensitive personal information, information that needs to stay safe from corrupt or fraudulent tax preparers.

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Recipients must have filed a 2021 Maine individual income tax return as a full-time resident and not be claimed as an independent on another’s tax return. Eligible residents will have a Federal adjusted gross income (FAGI) of less than $100,000 if filing single or if married and filing separately; $150,000 or less if filing as head of household; or $200,000 or less for couples filing jointly. Eligible Maine people do not need to take any further action to receive the payment. The administration expects to enact the plan as an emergency measure, with payments to be distributed beginning in mid-January.

The Winter Emergency Energy Relief Plan received the two-thirds support required from each chamber to be enacted as an emergency measure. With Governor Mills’ signature, the legislation has taken effect. At the Governor’s direction, the Department of Administrative and Financial Services and MaineHousing are prepared to immediately begin implementing the law.

In addition to providing $450 relief checks to most eligible Maine people, the measure also supplements home heating assistance for lowincome consumers, provides emergency fuel assistance to prevent people and families from running out of heating fuel, and funds short-term emergency housing to address homelessness during the winter months.

For more information visit www.maine.gov.

Karen

Health & Fitness Webinar for Families with Picky Eaters

NFPA Encourages Prompt Removal of Christmas Trees

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Some families’ New Year’s resolutions may be to have more peaceful and nutritional dinners for the entire family. The public is invited to set their tables and mark their calendars for York Hospital’s

“Managing Mealtime With Your Picky Eater” webinar

Thursday, January 19, from 6-7 p.m. Dietitian Karen Mountjoy, MEd, RD, LD, CLC, and occupational therapist Rebecca Rafferty, MSOT, OTR/L, have the recipe to help families overcome

mealtime madness and enjoy stress-free, and healthy meals.

This presentation will highlight the following topics: Three things that can contribute to picky eating; When to seek help for the picky eater; Finding the right person to help the picky eater; Living with food allergies and GI disorders; Empowering the picky eater through goals and schedules.

About the presenters: Karen Mountjoy, MEd, RD, LD, CLC, is a registered and licensed dietitian in New Hampshire and Maine. She earned her degree in dietetics from the University of New Hampshire. After completing her dietetic internship, Karen founded Coastal Family Nutrition, with the intent of providing healthy and nutritional programs to children and families throughout the Seacoast region. Prior to entering the nutrition field, Karen was a special education teacher in the Seacoast area.

Rebecca Rafferty, MSOT, OTR/L, is a registered and licensed occupational therapist in Maine, specializing in feeding. Rebecca earned her MS in occupational therapy from the Sage Graduate School, Troy, N.Y., training in the Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) feeding approach. She utilizes the SOS approach paired with systematic desensitization to help children and their families build feeding skills and improve mealtime routines.

The program will include a live Q&A session. Participants may submit questions when they

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One-third (33%) of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occurs in January. With this post-holiday fire hazard in mind, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) strongly encourages everyone to keep the festive memories and remove the hazards by disposing of Christmas trees promptly after the new year.

“As much as we all enjoy the look and feel of Christmas trees in our homes, they’re large combustible items that have the potential to result in serious fires,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA. “The longer Christmas trees remain in

register or by emailing info@ yorkhospital.com and putting “Picky Eaters Event” in the subject line.

Participants may sign up at www.eventbrite.com or visit www.yorkhospital.com/events. Those who cannot join live can register anyway and receive a link to view the recording on the hospital’s YouTube channel following the event.

For more information about Karen Mountjoy or Coastal Family Nutrition, visit coastalfamilynutrition.com or call 603-674-2479. For updated details on the webinar, contact Community Relations at info@ yorkhospital.com or 207-3512385.

homes, the longer they present a risk.”

Carli notes that fresh Christmas trees, which continue to dry out and become more flammable over time, are involved in a much larger share of reported Christmas tree fires than artificial trees.

According to the latest Christmas Tree Fires report from NFPA, 160 home structure fires began with Christmas trees, resulting in two civilian deaths, 11 civilian injuries, and over $12 million in direct property damage, on average each year between 2016 and 2020. Overall, fires that begin with Christmas trees represent a very small but notable part of the U.S. fire problem, considering that they are generally in use for a short time each year.

To safely dispose of a Christmas tree, NFPA recommends using the local community’s recycling program, if possible; trees should not be put in the garage or left outside. NFPA also offers these tips for safely removing lighting and decorations to ensure that they remain in good condition:

Use the gripping area on the plug when unplugging electrical decorations. Never pull the cord to unplug any device from an electrical outlet, as this can harm the wire and insulation of the cord, increasing the risk for shock or electrical fire.

Matthew Meals Program Changing Venues

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The Matthew Meals, a free meal program put on by the youth of St. Thérèse of Lisieux Parish in Sanford and Holy Spirit Parish in Kennebunk and Wells, changed its free meal program location on January 10.

The meals are served on the second Tuesday of each month, and starting this month, will now be offered in the cafeteria at St. Thomas School, 69 North Avenue in Sanford, 6-7 p.m. The next meal will be on Tuesday, February 14. All are welcome to enjoy a delicious pasta dinner with fresh bread, salad, beverages, and dessert. Previously, the meals were served at St. Ignatius Gym.

Now in its sixth year, the Matthew Meals has become an area staple, a service where the public is reminded of the kindness of strangers, the enthusiasm of area youth, and the power of community service. Devised to teach local teens about the importance of giving back, the organization cites Bible verse Matthew 25:35 (“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me...”) as its inspiration for its community service. The organization has also delivered food, inspiring its philosophy of generosity everywhere. It is an initiative that has brought support from local businesses and organizations moved by its motivation.

“Over the past six years, the St. Mary’s Ecumenical Food Pantry in Wells has provided food, and Congdon’s Doughnuts has provided our condiment containers and flatware packets. When they were trying to get us take-out containers, one of their vendors, Favorite Foods, donated hundreds of take-out containers for the project. Parishioners donate gift cards, fruit cups, and cookie packages. After our first meal when it became apparent that we would need portable electric roaster ovens, the Springvale Knights of Columbus went out and bought them for us. This has truly been a blessing,” said Carolyn Houston, director of faith formation at Holy Spirit Parish.

The path to this successful ministry has not been without obstacles. Like every program and business everywhere, the Matthew Meals was temporarily halted by the pandemic, unable to operate for a number of months in 2020. Under these

new restrictions, the team quickly pivoted, and the sit-down meal approach was altered.

“Our team at Holy Spirit and St. Thérèse of Lisieux brainstormed about how we would tackle the COVID-19 dilemma, to somehow still get a hot meal to those in need,” said Lisa White, a catechist at Holy Spirit Parish.

“What an amazing team effort it was.”

Curbside service to cars and pedestrians was the answer.

There was trepidation about how the new format would be received but thankfully, those concerns were short-lived.

“We were very nervous about how it would go for our first meal during the shutdowns, but at the end of the night, we were thrilled with the turnout and how well our plans were implemented without incident,” said White.

“With the teens standing outside taking orders, they were able to be more visible to the public and

interact more with patrons. It made me proud to see them at work, making an impact on the community.”

“I think the curbside meals taught our youth that service isn’t about convenience. If there is a need and an obstacle to addressing that need, we as a community should find a way to overcome the obstacle,” said Houston. “We are so blessed with a caring community. My prayer is that all who serve and all whom we serve are able to see that these kinds of

small gestures are driven by the same Spirit who cherishes each one of us.”

To support this project, gift cards to Hannaford are always welcome as they are used to purchase supplies. Any donations should be labeled “Mat-

thew Meal” and dropped off at either St. Martha Church, 30 Portland Road, Kennebunk, or St. Mary Church, 236 Eldridge Road, Wells. For more information, call 207-985-6252 or email carolyn.houston@portlanddiocese.org.

York Hospital Emergency Care in York, 3 Loving Kindness Way, York, Maine 03909.

York Hospital Emergency Care in Wells, 114 Sanford Road, Wells, Maine 04090. Reopens January 15. www.yorkhospital.com | 207-363-4321

Weekly Recipe: Vegan Meatballs

A meat-free alternative to an Italian classic!

Ingredients:

1 cup cooked and cooled quinoa

1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed, drained, dried

2 Tbsp. water, or sub olive or avocado oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup diced shallot 1/4 tsp. sea salt, plus more to taste

2 1/2 tsp. fresh oregano, or sub half the amount in dried

1/2 tsp. red pepper flake

1/2 tsp. fennel seeds (optional)

1/2 cup vegan parmesan cheese (plus more for serving)

2 Tbsp. tomato paste

3 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil or parsley

1-2 Tbsp. vegan Worcestershire sauce (optional). Worcestershire adds depth of flavor to the dish. Marinara sauce for serving, optional.

Instructions:

Prepare the quinoa according to the directions, making sure it is cooked and cooled completely. 1/3 cup uncooked quinoa will yield 1cup cooked.

Preheat oven to 350. Add rinsed, dried black beans to a parchmentlined baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes or until beans appear cracked and feel dry to the touch. Remove, and increase oven heat to 375.

Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add water or oil, garlic, and shallot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly softened, stirring frequently. Remove, reserving pan for later use.

Add black beans to a food processor, along with garlic, shallot, sea salt, oregano, red pepper flake, and fennel (optional). Pulse into a loose meal. Add quinoa, vegan parmesan cheese, tomato paste, fresh basil or parsley, and Worcestershire (optional). Pulse to combine until a textured, semitacky dough forms.

Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more salt for saltiness/ depth of flavor, red pepper flake for heat, herbs for earthiness, or Worcestershire for more depth of flavor. If too tacky or wet, add more vegan parmesan cheese and pulse to combine.

Scoop out heaping 1-1/2 tbsp amounts, and gently form into small

balls with hands. Add to a plate and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Heat an oven-safe metal or castiron skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add a small amount of oil to prevent sticking, then add the meatballs. Sauté for a few minutes, gently turning the meatballs to get a slight crust on either side. Then transfer to the oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown on the edges and slightly dry to the touch.

These meatballs are delicious as is, or add some marinara to the pan and heat over medium heat for 5 minutes to infuse more flavor.

Serve with marinara and additional vegan parmesan cheese. Meatballs can also be served with any pasta. Leftover meatballs keep for 4-5 days in the refrigerator or one month in the freezer. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven at 375.

Filet Mignon served with Au Gratin potatoes and vegetable Jamaican Brown

Robert Frost: Fire & Ice

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AWS Assists Humane Society with Dog Fighting Rescue

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In partnership with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), Animal Welfare Society (AWS) has taken in three dogs rescued by HSUS from an alleged dog fighting ring in South Carolina.

The rescue of 275 dogs took place in September 2022. HSUS reported that dogs were found living outdoors in pens or on chains, with barrels or other makeshift shelters as their only

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protection from the elements. Many of the dogs were thin and had no apparent access to food or water, despite the sunny and hot weather. Responders observed dogs with severe scarring, as well as festering open wounds, lacerations and abscesses. Some dogs eagerly greeted responders with wagging tails and kisses, while others hunched over and peered reluctantly at the responders.

“It’s truly distressing to come upon dogs who are severely injured yet chained to trees or left to languish in a pen instead of getting the care they desperately need,” said Adam Parascandola, vice president of the animal rescue team for HSUS, on the day of the rescue. “Thanks to all the

Safe Haven Humane Society

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Mitch and Logan are two beautiful brothers, less than a year old. These two were living outdoors, but luckily they were scooped up by a local cat lover. She took them in and began socializing them while they were young. Because of that great work, the pair is now available for adoption to a cat-experienced family who understands the personalities of “shy guys” like these two.

With everything they’ve endured in their short lives, Mitch and Logan are tightly bonded, so we’re looking for a home that will love them both, and have the patience to help them gain more confidence.

Logan is a short-haired brown and white tiger. He is more social than his brother.

Safe Haven Humane Society PO Box 91 / 1784 Post Road Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-1611 / (207) 216-9169 info@safehavenhumanesociety.org www.safehavenhumanesociety.org

You can pet him and he’ll let you hold him, once he knows you and feels safe. His brother Mitch is a dark gray tiger, and is not quite ready for the limelight, but with love and time, he will come around. To get there, Mitch needs a quiet, safe, loving home with his brother by his side.

Safe Haven adopts out many shy kitties each year. Inevitably, the adoptive family reports that even the shy ones develop into happy, confident, silly family members. Love works every time!

Those interested in adopting this pair of beautiful kitties who really deserve their very own safe home, can call the number listed below, or download the adoption application from our website.

We will not be having an adoption event at Safe Haven’s Cattail Farm Shop at 1784 Post Road this Saturday, due to the great success of last week’s event. The adoption room is now empty, and kitties in the farmhouse will move up to our

agencies who intervened, this is the last day they’re going to have to live like this.”

After treatment and care at HSUS facilities, the rescued dogs were placed in the care of partner animal adoption organizations, like AWS, throughout the country. AWS received Spirit Bear, Oliver and Brandon. They are happy and eager young dogs, ready for a chance to shine. Oneyear-old Spirit Bear (pictured) is really a puppy at heart. She is playful, social and ready to explore the new world available to her. Brandon is truly a gentle soul. He quietly takes in the world around him but at three years old, he still has his youthful optimism. Oliver, also three years old, is a

very active guy who wants the excitement of the world at his paws. He’s ready for adventure!

“Even though these dogs didn’t have the best start in their lives, we know that through the support of the community, their future is much brighter,” says Adam Ricci, AWS Director of Operations and Programs. “We have enjoyed having Spirit Bear, Oliver and Brandon in our care, getting to know them and preparing them for the next chapter of their lives as family pets.”

All three dogs will be available for adoption in the coming days. Adoption appointments can be scheduled by calling the number listed below. During the hour-long appointment, potential

adopters will have time to spend with the dog they are interested in adopting. Adoption counselors will answer questions and provide information on the pet’s background and medical history. Counselors will advise on the dog’s personality and temperament, as well as dispel any misinformation about dogs bred for dog fighting. As with every adoption, the goal is to make a good fit for both the family and the dog.

Animal Welfare Society exists to serve as the safety net for lost and homeless pets and to provide access to affordable services and resources necessary for long term well-being, so pets and their families stay together and thrive.

adoption room soon. We will let you know when!

You can see all of our adoptable cats and kittens on our website, where you can also fill out an adoption application. To make an appointment to see them at our shelter, call the number listed below.

Does the high school student in your family have community service hours to fulfill? We certainly could use some young people to help us carry things upstairs or into our shop. They’re a little too heavy for our senior volunteers. Even a couple of hours a week would be a huge help. Call Joyce at 207-229-8314. Thanks!

Our shop is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and we receive donations 12-3 p.m. every Saturday. Thank you for all your wonderful donations. Now of course we’re looking for spring theme items and Valentines décor is always fun! We love getting anything vintage or antique and useful kitchen items, home décor and small furnishings.

Thank you for putting the sizes on the bagged linens you donate. It saves our linen volunteers so much time measuring! Also, please do not donate toys that need batteries, unless the batteries are included and the toy definitely works. Thank you!

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Emma’s Angels

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We have a bonded pair of gorgeous orange Tabby siblings that need a home.

Bonnie and Clyde are a oneyear-old brother and sister pair, from Wells. Their mom passed away, and we are going to find the best home for them together. Both are spayed and neutered, up to date on shots and will be ready to go next week.

Please call their foster mom Pat to find out more about these precious cats, at 207-646-9120.

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Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based organization in North Berwick. Needed at this time: dry dog food. We feed Blue Buffalo brand, Chicken and Brown Rice recipe. Donations can be left in our drop box at 30 Meeting House Road, North Berwick. Thank you!

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ing to The New York Times. The show spotlights the music of The Miami Sound Machine and Gloria’s iconic solo career, and features such iconic hits as “Conga,” “1-2-3,” “Rhythm is Gonna Get You,” “Get on Your Feet,” and “Coming Out of the Dark.” The story paves the way for the Latin recording artists of today, cementing Miami Sound Machine’s place in music history. Content advisory: recommended for ages 10 and up.

“The Da Vinci Code,” The American Theatrical Premiere Thursday, August 24 - Saturday, September 23. The curator of the Louvre has been brutally murdered, and alongside his body are a series of baffling codes. Follow the pulse-pounding journey of professor Robert Langdon and cryptologist Sophie Neveu, as they attempt to solve these riddles before a shocking historical secret is lost forever. Based on Dan Brown’s worldwide bestselling novel, with over 100 million copies sold, unlock the secrets of the Da Vinci Code in the American theatrical pre-

miere of this international phenomenon. “An exhil arating, breathless thriller-chase,” wrote the New York Times.

“Tootsie,”

The Regional Premiere Thursday, September 28Sunday October 29. Some call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Others call it “the most uproarious new musical in years” (Hollywood Reporter). The playhouse just calls it “Tootsie,” a Tony Award-winning laugh-out-loud love letter to musical theatre. Director Sydney Pollack’s celebrated 1982 film is adapted for the stage, taking struggling actor Michael Dorsey out of the world of daytime television and into the realm of Broadway with even more poignant and hilarious results.

Also associated with the playhouse is “Million Dollar Quartet” at the Music Hall Wednesday, March 22Sunday April 9. On December 4, 1956, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash (Scott Moreau), Jerry Lee Lewis (Nat Zegree), and Carl Perkins gathered at Sun Records in Memphis for one of the greatest jam sessions of all time.

bare wires.

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While packing u p light strings, inspect each line for damage, throwing out any sets that have loose connections, broken sockets or cracked or

“Million Dollar Quartet” brings that legendary night to life, featuring a score of rock hits that includes “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Walk the Line,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Matchbox,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” and “Hound Dog.” The musical captures the singular moment when four major talents came together to become a red-hot rock ‘n’ roll band. This bonus production is in addition to the playhouse’s 2023 mainstage season at the Music Hall in Portsmouth, NH. Opening night will be Friday, March 24. For ticket information, visit www.themusichall.org.

For more information and ticket information for the 2023 season at the Ogunquit Playhouse, visit www.ogunquitplayhouse.org.

Wrap each set of lights and put them in individual plastic bags, or wrap them around a piece of cardboard.

Store electrical decorations in a dry place away from children and pets where they will not be damaged by water or dampness.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a global self-funded nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property, and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. The association began its work to solve the fire problem in a young, industrialized nation in 1896, and has since become a global force known for advancing safety worldwide. NFPA delivers information and knowledge through more than 325 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy, and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the mission. In celebration of its 125th anniversary, NFPA is hosting a Conference Series and other initiatives that reflect the association’s steadfast commitment to advancing fire and life safety for the next

Sign-up sheets will also be available for native g arden tours, seeding seminars, work parties, and other seminars such as “Pollinator Friendly Gardens,” “Pollinator Pathways,” “Homegrown National Parks,” “Free-The-Tree,” “Rabbitat Rescues,” as well as workshops for pesticide-free landscapes.

This forum has the interests of the public in mind. It will be an occasion for everyone to come together and explore community efforts both dreamed of and underway, with ample opportunities for self-expression. The Planeteers even encourage the public to attend wearing their best pollinator costume!

Event is free to all, children under 11 years need to be accompanied by a guardian. For details, contact Andrea Roth Kimmich at someplaneteers@ yahoo.com or call 914-980-3974.

125 years and beyond. NFPA is located in Quincy, MA. For more information, visit www. nfpa.org.

Shirley A. Chase, 78

SOUTH BERWICK & FORT MEYERS, FL – Shirley A. Chase, 78, surrounded by her family, danced her way into heaven on Wednesday, January 4, 2023. She was born in Dover NH, on February 10, 1944, to Francis and Marjorie (Stevens) Knight.

Shirley was a long-time South Berwick resident, attending South Berwick High School. She was a hard worker, and was employed by several local shoe companies, including Duchess/ Colby Footwear and Tierra Shoe, as a bottom cementer. Shirley later worked at Seacoast Cancer Center as a custodian, and Home Instead Health Care in Cape Coral, FL, as a caregiver.

Shirley loved the outdoors, especially the beach. She also loved cooking and home gardening. Shirley was a social butterfly who loved to go out to eat with friends and dance. She spent the last ten years residing in Fort Meyers, FL, where she made many new great friends, spending time at the pool, playing cards, and socializing. She was a loving wife and mother, and a great caregiver to many of her family members throughout the years.

Shirley was predeceased by her parents Francis and Marjorie Knight, and her late husbands, Arthur Chase and Thomas Fleury. Shirley is survived by her son Jeffrey and daughter-in-law Dawn Chase of South Berwick,

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and her dog Charlie.

The family would like to thank all the nurses, home aids, and staff at Wentworth Homecare and Hospice for their great care and support. A special thanks to nurse Danielle for her extraordinary personal patient care.

Services will be scheduled for a later date in the spring. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to a charity of choice in Shirley’s name, and suggests to enjoy a Maine lobster dinner, Shirley’s favorite meal, with family and friends, in her memory.

Shirley will be laid to rest at Woodlawn Cemetery in South Berwick. Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market Street, North Berwick. Condolences may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhome.com.

years, Ernest Coulson; daughters, Shannon Durham, Marcella Mayo, and Angela McCarthy; and son Edward Durham. She is survived by one son, Stephen Stone of Wells. She also leaves behind her loving dogs, Kiki and Lela, who were always seen riding on her shoulders in the car.

There will be no services at her request, and burial will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market Street, North Berwick. Condolences may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhomeme.com. •

Linda Jean Courtemanche, 74

WELLS – Linda Jean Courtemanche, 74, of Wells, passed away at home January 7, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 15, 1948 in Needham, MA, to Emilio and Doris (Maloney) Grassilli.

Linda graduated from Needham High School. She worked from home, taking care of her house and family. She enjoyed watching birds and going to the beach.

(Northup) Deletetsky. Glenn atten ded Bentley College for two years, and then made the decision to return to his hometown of Auburn, to pursue his love of horse racing. He successfully trained horses for the next 20 years. In 1990, Glenn trained “Indianapolis,” who broke the world record for trotters at the Meadowlands Raceway in New Jersey. Glenn served as president of the Maine Harness Association in 1985 and as the regional VP in 1986. In 1995, Glenn changed career paths and spent the second chapter of his life selling real estate in the Ogunquit area.

Nelson E. Doody, 75

YORK – Nelson Edward Doody, 75, died on December 2, 2022, following a long battle with lung cancer.

Micheline Durham Coulson, 76

WELLS – Micheline Durham Coulson, “Mich D,” passed on to her heavenly home to be with Jesus and her children and family on January 1, 2023, at her home.

Mich was born July of 1946 in York Harbor, the only daughter to Roy and Louise Stevens of Wells. She graduated Wells High School in 1964 and attended some school in France.

She was the original owner and operator of Mich D’s Restaurant in Wells that she ran with her family. Everyone was always welcomed with smiles and hugs. The restaurant, her dream, came to be known far and wide.

Mich was an active member of the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center and loved arranging flowers and decorating cakes.

Micheline was predeceased by her parents; her first husband of 25 years, Edward (Bill) Durham; second husband of 10

Linda was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Harold Grassilli. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Steven Courtemanche of Wells; daughter Debra Martel and her husband Rick of Wells; sister Carol Smith of Waban, MA; grandchildren, Kristen Bagley and her husband Michael of Wells, and Shaun Bossellman of Saco; and great-grandson Justin Bagley of Wells.

Visiting hours to celebrate Linda’s life will be held 3-5 p.m. on Wednesday, January 18, at Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells.

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit Linda’s Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells.

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Glenn Allen Deletetsky, 72

OGUNQUIT – Glenn Allen Deletetsky, 72, passed away December 29, 2022. He was born October 9, 1950 in Auburn, to George and Mildred

Glenn enjoyed gardening, making bird houses, taking walks on the beach, and discussing politics. In his spare time he also served on the Board of Directors of the Ogunquit Zoning Board of Appeals and on the Ogunquit Playhouse Board of Directors for many years.

Glenn is predeceased in death by his parents George and Mildred Deletetsky. He is survived by his sister Audrey Deletetsky of Auburn; daughter Jennifer D. Finch and her husband Dan, of Wells; grandson Daniel Glenn Finch; and his dear friend Nancy.

Glenn was an amazing man, always willing to lend a helping hand. He was respected and loved by many and will be greatly missed.

A celebration of Glenn’s life will take place at a later date in spring or summer of 2023. For those interested in making a donation in Glenn’s memory, the family asks contributions be made to the Ogunquit Playhouse, PO Box 915, Ogunquit, ME 03907 or at www.ogunquitplayhouse.org.

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit Glenn’s Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells. •

Born in Caribou on May 8, 1947, he attended Lewiston schools and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1966-1970 as a loadmaster on C-141 and C-130 cargo jets during the Vietnam War. Nelson was a former commander of VFW Post 6977, Cape Neddick. Upon his honorable discharge from the military, he lived in York, where he owned and operated York Siding Company.

Nelson was predeceased by his parents, Merrill and Mabel Doody of Florida; brother Merrill G. Doody, Jr. of Lewiston; and his former wife, Betty J. Doody of York. Survivors include his stepson David Lowell of York; brother Sheldon Doody; sisters, Deanna Jean Hardiman, Wanda White, and Madelyn “Chicky” Doody of Florida; as well as many nieces and nephews. A private memorial ceremony is being planned for Nelson for the spring. •

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Kathleen Priscilla Foster, 89

NORTH BERWICK –Kathleen P. Foster went to be with her savior, Jesus, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, while at home surrounded by her family. Her warm smile, tender hugs, kindness and gentle spirit will be missed.

Kay was a seamstress, CNA, homemaker and supported her husband’s business, Gerald Foster & Son Burner Service.

She was part of a quilting group at church. They made baby quilts for the Linus Project, a nonprofit organization that provides handmade blankets to

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Kay was an active member of New Covenant Baptist Church. She was a gifted artisan who loved painting, quilting, crocheting and needlepoint work. Kay also loved spending time with family and friends playing games, singing and just visiting.

Some of her favorite things were watching birds, especially hummingbirds and cardinals, the ocean, sea shells and collecting buttons. Growing up in Alberta, she had never seen the ocean until after she was married and moved to New Brunswick. Kay especially loved lighthouses. She is predeceased by her husband Gerald M. Foster and son Robert (Bobby) Foster. She is survived by her four children, Donna (Foster) Wyman and husband Joe, Linda (Foster) Ullah and husband Ehsan, Clifford and Joanne Foster, and Karen (Foster) Sheltra and husband Brian; grandchildren, Aubrey Wyman, Joshua Wyman and wife Jacqueline, Alexander Sheltra and fiancé Morgan Sabol, Kathleen (Cole) Wood and husband Eric, Nathan Foster and wife Alyssa, Caitlyn Foster and fiancé Matthew Kerr, and Westley Sheltra; great-grandchildren, Hayden and Gavin Wyman; sisters-in-law, Donna James and Lousie (Wease) Foster; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the nurses and aides of Cornerstone Visiting Nurses and Wentworth Douglass Hospice & Homecare. Kay and the family were blessed by their expert and tender care.

Donations are encouraged to the following: Our Daily Bread Ministries, PO Box 2222, Grand Rapids, MI 49501, or at https://secure.ourdailybread. org/donation. Donations to the American Cancer Society can be made by calling 1-800-2272345 or visiting https://donate3. cancer.org.

Mary Annah Joy, 87

NORTH BERWICK & HOULTON – Mary Annah Joy, formerly of North Berwick and currently of Houlton, passed away peacefully January 9, 2023 at Madigan Estates in Houlton. She was born in Cambridge, MA, in 1935, daughter of Roland H. and Mary E. Joy and graduated Cambridge High School.

Mary Annah retired from Kennebunk Savings Bank, where she was receptionist and switchboard operator for 16 years. She was a member of Rainbow for Girls, Order of the Eastern Star, and TOPS.

Surviving are three sons, Mark E. Rowe and wife Lisa of Berwick, Glen D. Rowe and wife Siobhan of Houlton, and Robert S. Robbins and wife Rebecca of North Berwick; daughter Linda L. Rowe and husband David of Monticello; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; brother Alan C. Joy; and sister Elizabeth E. Eckhart.

Memorial services will be held in the spring at Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market Street, North Berwick. Condolences may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhomeme.com.

and loving wife of over 51 years, Vicki; brothers, Jim Parmley of Canada, Larry and wife Tammy of Eliot, Gil and wife Robin of Kentucky; sister Jody Dahlen of Eliot; daughters, Jennifer and husband Andrew Morneault of Winslow, and Kristen and husband Dan Rickman of South Berwick; son Jeff and wife Nicole of Eliot; grandchildren, Haley and Nick Janes, Kyle Parmley, Maddy Morneault, Hannah Horton, Jack Morneault, Ian Parmley, Max Horton, Devin Parmley, Skylar Horton, and Samson Horton; bonus grandchildren, Brittney Willis, Justin Martin, Spencer Fortier, Hailey Jason, Caitlyn Witwicki, Lizzy McManus, Braiden Moulton, and Katelyn Lank; mother-inlaw “Tooffy” Labonte and her spouse Joyce Taylor of Cornish; sister-in-law Karen and husband Bobby Demers of South Berwick; brother-in-law Tony Labonte and wife Eida of St. Augustine, FL; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Gary’s family would like to thank Wentworth Hospice for their kind and compassionate care of Gary and the entire family. Special thanks to Nicole, MJ, Bethany, Rebecca, Kristin, Kris, Matte, and Maxine.

Jeannette Stinson, 80

NORTH BERWICK –Jeannette passed away December 26, 2022, at her home after a prolonged period of failing health. She was born May 14, 1942, in Portland, and lived in Cape Elizabeth during her childhood.

Trauma Surgeons, where she did medical billing. After her retirement, she loved to offer help to others who needed advice with medical bills or their insurance.

Jeannette was very well known for her other little hobby of couponing. It all began in Perkin’s store, where she would buy leftover newspapers for the coupon inserts. She had lists of people and their favorite products, and would deliver envelopes of all the good deals that she found.

Gary S. Parmley, 70

SOUTH BERWICK & ELIOT – Gary passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at home surrounded by his loving family, after a long battle with Parkinson’s and dementia.

Born on February 16, 1952, Gary graduated from Marshwood High School, class of 1971. He excelled in baseball, basketball and football, where he received the honor of “All American.” After graduating, Gary coached football and in later years, golf, basketball, and girls’ softball. He owned Bob’s Sporting Goods for 20 years with his wife, Vicki.

Other than his children and grandchildren, his greatest love was going to his camp in Parkman. Gary loved being in the woods hunting with his son Jeff, his family, friends, and eventually his grandchildren – and let’s not forget, his constant companion, Maggie, “the best bird dog ever!” Maggie taught Gary that he really loved dogs. He would walk the streets in South Berwick with treats in his pocket. The dogs knew him, and were always happy to see “the man with the treats!”

Gary is predeceased by his parents Stanley and Natalie Parmley of Eliot. He is survived by his high school sweetheart

Friends are invited to join Gary’s family at a celebration of his life, 1-4 p.m. at the Links at Outlook Golf Course, 310 Portland St., South Berwick, on Sunday, January 15. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Maine Fish and Wildlife, Parkinson’s Maine Chapter, or a local animal shelter.

Jeannette grew up on a farm and spent summers at T Ledge Camps, which began her love of horses. From trail riding to showing, to taking in a group of neighborhood girls and teaching them to ride, to working at shows in the secretary’s booth, she relished it all. Jeannette met so many people, so many horses and developed lifelong friendships along the way. She could sit and tell stories all day long and not miss the name of a person or a horse!

When she wasn’t “horsing around,” Jeannette was hard at work in her career. She was a devoted employee, whether it be in the bank where she first started working, her time with Dr. Houston in his office in town, or her career at Orthopedic and

The simple things in life made Jeannette the happiest. She loved a good chat on the phone, a good meal shared at a favorite restaurant with her favorite people, keeping up with friends both old and new, near and far with Facebook, attending senior lunches and bingo at the Community Center and most of all, getting a hug from those she loved. She was a force of nature and will be remembered for her kind heart, giving nature and caring soul.

Jeannette was predeceased by her husband John Stinson, who passed in 1974, and more recently, her sister Sarah Briggs. She is survived by her sister Linda Andrews of Florida, and her “other daughter” Michelle Littlefield of Sanford.

A memorial service will be held for Jeannette at the Bethel Christian Church on Saturday, January 14, at 11 a.m. Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market Street, North Berwick. Condolences may be shared at www. johnsonfuneralhomeme.com.

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LEGAL & PUBLIC NOTICES

PUBLIC NOTICE: NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE

Please take notice that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District at 696 Virginia Road, Concord, MA 01742, Phone: 978-318-8012 is intending to file a Natural Resources Protection Act permit application with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection pursuant to the provisions of 38 M.R.S.A. §§ 480-A thru 480-BB on or about January 10, 2023.

The application is for proposed work in Wells Harbor, Wells, Maine which consists of two parts: 1) full maintenance dredging of approximately 170,000 cubic yards (cy) of sandy material from the Wells Harbor Federal Navigation Project (FNP) features which include an 8-foot-deep Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW) entrance channel, adjoining settling basins, and a 6-foot-deep MLLW inner channel and anchorage area; and 2) periodic maintenance dredging of between 10,000 and 50,000 cy of sandy material from portions of the FNP on an as-needed basis. For full maintenance dredging, a cutterhead pipeline dredge will remove the material and pump it to areas on Wells and Drakes Island Beaches between September 15 and March 31 in the year(s) in which funds become available, taking approximately six months to complete. Periodic maintenance dredging of the FNP, primarily areas in the 8-foot entrance channel and settling basins (previously dredged to 12 feet deep) will occur every one to four years by a government-owned hopper dredge, such as the Currituck or Murden. Placement will occur at the previously-used nearshore placement site off Wells Beach.

For activities of this kind in or affecting the Coastal Zone to be conducted by a federal agency, the review of and decision on this application will provide a basis for the State’s water quality certification decision pursuant to Section 401 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. § 1341) and consistency decision in accordance with the Maine Coastal Program pursuant to Section 307 of the Coastal Zone Management Act (16 U.S.C. § 1456). All public comments received will be considered for consistency review purposes.

A request for a public hearing or a request that the Board of Environmental Protection assume jurisdiction over this application must be received by the Department in writing, no later than 20 days after the application is found by the Department to be complete and is accepted for processing. A public hearing may or may not be held at the discretion of the Commissioner or Board of Environmental Protection. Public comment on the application will be accepted throughout the processing of the application.

The application will be filed for public inspection at the Department of Environmental Protection’s office in Portland during normal working hours. A copy of the application may also be seen at the municipal offices in Wells, Maine. Written public comments may be sent to the regional office in Portland where the application is filed for public inspection: MDEP, Southern Maine Regional Office, 312 Canco Road, Portland, ME 04103.

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Town of Eliot

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

AUTHORITY: ELIOT SELECT BOARD

PLACE: ELIOT TOWN OFFICE

DATE OF HEARING: THURSDAY JANUARY 26, 2023 TIME: 5:30PM

Notice is hereby given that the Select Board of the Town of Eliot, Maine will hold a public hearing on Thursday, JANUARY 26, 2023 at 5:30 PM in said Town to hear public comment on the following:

1. An application for an Adult Use Marijuana Manufacturing Facility for Green Blossoms, LLC, 155 Harold L. Dow Highway, Eliot Maine (map 29, lot 25).

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If the owner or Lien holder of this RV has not properly retrieved and paid all reasonable charges for towing, storage, and repair within 14 days from this publication, ownership of the vehicle will pass to the owner of the premises where the vehicle is located.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC FORECLOSURE SALE

Pursuant to 14 M.R.S.A. §6323

By virtue of and in execution of a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered on August 16, 2022, in the York County Superior Court, Civil Action Docket No. RE-22-02, in an action brought by MidFirst Bank, Plaintiff, against Shawn M. Brown and Jennifer M. Brown, Defendants, for the foreclosure of a mortgage dated June 19, 2017, and recorded in the York County Registry of Deeds in Book 17499, Page 105, the statutory ninety (90) day redemption period having elapsed without redemption, notice is hereby given that the aforementioned property will be sold at a public sale at 10:00 a.m. on February 16, 2023, at the law offices of Eleanor L. Dominguez , Esq., AINSWORTH, THELIN & RAFTICE, P.A., Seven Ocean Street, South Portland, ME 04106, (207) 767-4824, all and singular the premises described in said mortgage and being a certain lot of land with the buildings thereon, situated in the City of Sanford, County of York, and State of Maine, described in said mortgage as being located at 15 Bowdoin Street. (Note: The identification of the location of the property is as stated in the mortgage, which may have been subject to change and/or differ from the City of Sanford’s records).

TERMS OF SALE

The property shall be sold to the highest bidder at the sale, who shall pay a deposit of Five Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($5,000.00) by certified check payable to “MidFirst Bank or YOUR NAME” at the time and place of sale. The successful bidder shall be required to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement with said MidFirst Bank with the aforesaid Five Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($5,000.00) or sum equal to ten percent (10%) of the bid price, whichever is greater, as a non-refundable and non-interest-bearing deposit thereon providing for a closing within thirty (30) days of the date of the public sale, at which time the balance of the bid price will be due and payable by certified check acceptable to mortgagee upon presentation of the Deed. The property will be sold subject to all easements and rights of way either of record or otherwise existing. The property will be sold subject to real estate taxes assessed and due and payable to the City of Sanford, water and sewer charges and any liens and encumbrances of greater priority than said mortgage. The property shall be sold AS IS, and WHERE IS without any warranties whatsoever expressed, implied or otherwise which warranties are disclaimed. Additional terms to be announced at the sale.

Prospective bidders are advised to contact Ainsworth, Thelin & Raftice, P.A. as close as possible to their departure to attend the sale in order to confirm the occurrence of the sale as scheduled.

DATED: January 11, 2023

Eleanor L. Dominguez, Esq. Attorney for MidFirst Bank

AINSWORTH, THELIN & RAFTICE, P.A. P.O. Box 2412, South Portland, ME 04116-2412 (207) 767-4824

All interested persons are invited to attend the public hearing and will be given an opportunity to be heard at that time. Please refer to the Town of Eliot’s website for zoom instructions if you do not want to participate in person at the town office.

If you cannot attend meeting in person or zoom, and want to make comments in regards to the topic, please send any correspondence to the Town Manager prior to meeting date at townmanager@eliotme.org.

Copies of the license application is available at the town office for review.

TOWN OF WELLS, MAINE PLANNING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2023 @ 7:00 P.M.

LITTLEFIELD MEETING ROOM, 208 SANFORD RD, WELLS

The Wells Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing regarding the following proposal(s) during the Planning Board meeting on Monday, January 23, 2023, which begins at 7:00 P.M. and will be held at the Wells Town Hall.

I. HAZY HILL FARM – 1616 Post Road, LLC, owner; RS470, LLC, applicant. Site Plan Amendment Application seeking approval for a Registered Marijuana Dispensary use within unit #2, approximately 3,344 SF in gross floor area. No other change in use proposed; property has approval to operate Business Office, Retail, Personal Service Business, Service Business, Contractor Business and Wholesale Business uses. Total floor area of all structures is 8,857 SF. Two dwelling units also exist on the property. The lot is located off 1614/1616 Post Road and is within the General Business District. Tax Map 135, Lot 4-1.

II. ROLLING WOODS PRESERVE – Jackson Drysdale & Associates, LLC, owner/applicant; Corner Post Land Surveying, surveyor. Preliminary Subdivision Application for a 17 lot/dwelling unit Residential Cluster major subdivision with private roadway and Open Space to be developed on 23.38 acres of land. The property is located within the Residential A and Rural Districts. The property is located off Sanford Road and is identified as Tax Map 67, Lot 3.

Town of Eliot PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

AUTHORITY: Eliot, Maine Planning Board

PLACE: Town Hall (1333 State Rd.) with Remote Option

DATE OF HEARING: January 24, 2023 TIME: 6:00PM

Notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the Town of Eliot, Maine will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 6:00 PM for the following application: 290 & 291 Harold L. Dow Hwy. (Map 37/Lot 20 & Map 37/Lot 2-1), PID # 037-020-000 & 037-002-001, PB22-18: Site Plan Amendment/Review and Change of Use Application – Marijuana Products Manufacturing Facility. Applicant: DJR Real Estate, LLC, and Arcanna, LLC. Property Owner: DJR Real Estate, LLC.

Interested persons may be heard and written communication received regarding the proposed application at this public hearing. The application is on file and available for review in the Planning Office at Eliot Town Hall, 1333 State Road, Eliot, ME 03903. The meeting agenda and information on how join the remote Zoom meeting will be posted on the web page at eliotmaine.org/planning-board. Town Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities.

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CLEAN-OUT SERVICE

CAN DO YARD SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Do you have fallen trees, branches or limbs laying around? Has that old fallen-down shed seen its last storage year? How about all the “junk” piled up in the corner of your garage? Let us help you clear out and clean up! Give us a call at 603-380-6708, John and Kate.

HELP WANTED

GUNSMITHING

GUNSMITHING SERVICES

BREAKFAST COOK

This is a year-round position that includes salary commensurate with experience and a full benefits package including: health, dental, and life insurance; paid time off; 401k with company match; and profit-sharing bonus.

Apply in person at the Gorges Grant Hotel, 449 Main Street in Ogunquit, or forward resume via mail to: Human Resources, PO Box 2240, Ogunquit, ME 03907 or email to: hr@ogunquit.com

EYEWEAR STYLIST AND OPTICAL SALES

Seeking someone with both a fashion sense and ability to work with their hands to join our dynamic patient-focused team as an optician. Training provided and an opportunity to become certified.

Email: janet@yorkfamilyeyecare.com

York Family Eyecare is located at: 764 Route One, York ME 03909

OPTOMETRIC TECHNICIAN

Interested in a medical career?

We are willing to train the right person to become an optometric technician and scribe. We are a patient-focused practice and you will spend extensive one-on-one time with each patient. Full-time / part-time hours available.

Email: janet@yorkfamilyeyecare.com

York Family Eyecare is located at: 764 Route One, York ME 03909

ITEMS WANTED

WANTED: VINTAGE CLOTHING! Downsizing? Need help with a cleanout? Just have a bunch of OLD clothes? We buy men’s and women’s vintage clothing from 1900-1990! We pay cash. Condition does not matter –we launder and repair! Call today for a consultation: 207-245-8700

WANTED TO BUY

Antiques

* Gold * Coins

CHRIS LORD ANTIQUES

One Item or Entire Estate. Cash paid for all antiques. Antique jewelry, coins, silver, gold, paintings, clocks, lamps, telephones, radios, phonographs, nautical items, weathervanes, dolls & toys, pottery, photography, military items, swords, advertising signs, fountain pens, bottles, tools, books & much much more! Buying antiques for over 20 years. Barn and Attic Clean-Out Also. (207) 233-5814 • ME & NH

HELP WANTED

KITCHEN UTILITY WORKER

Center for Active Living, Town of York, has an immediate opening for a Kitchen Utility Worker. Duties primarily involve dish/pot washing, clean-up, and some food prep.

Hours: Tuesday - Friday, typically 10:30am - 1:30pm, roughly 12-15 hours per week. Salary: $17.00 per hour. Contact Jo-Ellen, Director, at 207-363-1036.

Misty Harbor Resort

60 Mile Road, Wells, ME 04090

Come join our team! Misty Harbor offers a great work environment. Year round and seasonal, full and part time positions available. We offer top wages, medical and dental for our full time employees.

Hiring Housekeepers & Front Desk Attendants

Stop by for an application or download one from our website: www.mistyharborresort.com

Join one of Southern Maine’s premier hotels and family of companies.

Ogunquit’s hospitality leader is currently hiring for: FRONT DESK

AGENT ROOM ATTENDANT

Year-round and seasonal positions available.

Year-round positions include salary commensurate with experience and a full benefits package including: health, dental, and life insurance; paid time off; 401k with company match; and profit-sharing bonus.

Apply in person at 336 Main Street or 449 Main Street in Ogunquit, mail resume to Human Resources, P.O. Box 2240, Ogunquit, ME 03907, or email resume to hr@ogunquit.com.

GORGES GRANT HOTEL JUNIPER HILL INN

Girls on the Run Volunteer Coaching Opportunities

STATEWIDE -

Girls on the Run Maine’s coach registration is now open. Girls on the Run is an international nonprofit that offers programs to strengthen third-to-eighth-grade

ITEMS FOR SALE

BOOK FOR SALE

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2003 BOMBARDIER

TRAXTER: 4-Wheeler with plow in excellent condition, automatic, runs good. $4,100 OBO. Call 207-715-0564 or 603-609-5707 (cell).

2018 POLARIS ATV

Model 570ETS, excellent condition, 92 hours used, comes with a winch, 60” plow, chains, windshield, new battery, and 2” lift. $7800. 207-337-3701

FIREWOOD & PELLETS

girls’ social, emotional, physical, and behavioral skills. The curriculum helps participants build confidence, deepen relationships and successfully navigate life experiences. The 10-week program incorporates physical activity to unlock essential life skills, encourage personal development, foster meaningful connections with others as well as contribute to the

FIREWOOD & PELLETS

GREEN FIREWOOD Cut, Split & Delivered Call Eric Hobson 207-467-0621

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Wood Pellets

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community.

Throughout the season, volunteer coaches utilize a structured curriculum to engage teams in fun and interactive lessons. Teams meet twice a week for 90 minutes, and the program culminates with a celebratory 5K (3.1 mile) event to provide girls with a tangible sense of accomplishment.

Girls on the Run Maine (GOTR) has served thousands of Maine girls at over 150 sites in Maine since 2012. To continue this trend of success, the non-profit organization is currently seeking volunteer coaches to facilitate the

program and provide critical leadership to its participants.

“GOTR hasn’t just been a learning experience for my daughter. As a coach, it’s helped me grow as well and step into a new challenge I never expected,” said Coach Julie. “GOTR taught me to be more encouraging, supportive and empathetic in my everyday life.”

Coaches do not need to be athletes, but are required to be a minimum of 18 years old to serve as an assistant or 21 years old to serve as a head coach. All volunteer coaches must complete a background check and attend an in-person training session.

SCORE BOARD

Marshwood High School

Boys Varsity Ice Hockey

Saturday, January 7 Marshwood 3, Windham 2 at USM, Gorham The Marshwood-Noble-TraipSanford Knighthawks beat the Windham-Westbrook-Bonny Eagle Trail Blazers 3-2 in overtime. Knighthawk goals were scored by Emmett Hammond, Zach Camp, and Josh Sawyer (overtime winner); Ben Ott stopped 11 out of 13 shots on net.

Varsity Boys Basketball

Thursday, January 5 Kennebunk Rams 55, Marshwood Hawks 54

Varsity Girls Basketball

Thursday, January 5 Marshwood Hawks 47, Kennebunk Rams 41

Berwick Academy

Varsity Swimming

Saturday, January 7

Berwick Academy vs. Groton Varsity Swimming had an exciting meet against the Groton School! Captain J. Dey took fi rst in the 200, individual medley and 100m butterfly. Captain L. Hawkins took second in both the 500m freestyle and 100m breaststroke. The boys 400, freestyle relay of J. Fiermonti, C. Boulton, R. Houlahan, and J. Dey wrapped up the meet with first place.

Wells High School Wrestling

Wednesday, January 4 Wells 67, Marshwood 12 at Massabesic 113: Rogan Boisvert (MSHW) over (Wells) 120: Nicholaus Allen (Wells) over

Interested coaches must register by February 15 in order to volunteer for the spring 2023 season. Based in Charlotte, NC, Girls on the Run is a nonprofit organization with local Councils in all 50 states and in Canada. Founded in 1996 with 13 girls, GOTR has now served over 2 million girls. Over the course of the program, girls in third to eighth grade develop social, emotional and physical skills. The program culminates with girls positively impacting their communities through a service project and being prepared to complete a celebratory 5K event. For more information, visit www. girlsontherunmaine.org/coach.

Calvin Chase (Wells) over (MSHW)

Karter Crosby (Wells) over Owen Campbell (MSHW), Fall 1:07 138: Dyllan Davis (Wells) over Seth Goodwin (MSHW), Fall 2:15

Griffin Brickett (Wells) over Aidan 145: Hashem (MSHW), MD 12-3 152: Brody Maxon (Wells) over Cody Bubier (MSHW), Dec 8-3 160: Jack Anderson (MSHW) over Alexander Albright (Wells), Fall 0 170: Dominic Capello (Wells) over Harry Lampesis (MSHW), Fall 1:53 182: Eli Potter (Wells) over Andrew Ryan (MSHW), Fall 1:22

195: William Martinez (Wells) over (MSHW)

220: Johnathan Martinez (Wells) over (MSHW)

Isaiah Martinez (Wells) over Ryan 285: Taylor (MSHW), Fall 1:55

FMI: www.trackwrestling.com

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