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By Susan Gallagher, Staff Writer

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Nestled in the historic town of York, an old house whispers its secrets to preservation architect Bryce Waldrop. It speaks to him with voices from the past, echoes of lives lived in this place before.

The 1921 Craftsman Bungalow, his home of the past 12 years, envelops Bryce with more than its physical structure. A portrait of the home’s previous inhabitants graces the dining room wall, imbuing the home with their presence. “Every house has a story to tell,” he says. “There is a lot of

Irish Stepdancing for the Holiday

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Irish Stepdancing continues to be a wildly popular art form for performers and audiences alike. Ogunquit Performing Arts (OPA) celebrates this unique style of dance at this most appropriate time of year, by presenting the renowned Stillson School of Irish Dance on Saturday, March 11, at 6:30 p.m. The award-winning Stillson dancers, returning to Ogunquit by popular demand, will perform a brilliant array of jigs and reels, dressed in a variety of dazzling, hand-made costumes.

The performance will consist of both the fluid soft shoe style, as well as the rhythmic hard shoe, popularized by shows such as “Riverdance” and “Lord of the Dance.”

At the end of the performance, the dancers will invite kids and audiences members of all ages to join them onstage to learn and try out some of the steps.

In addition to the dance performance, school director Carlene Stillson will tell about the history of the dance and explain the reasons behind the designs of the many different costumes worn

by the dancers. Traditional Irish dress is represented, and features embroidery designs taken from the Book of Kells.

In existence for twenty-five years, The Stillson School of Irish Dance is the only certified school of Irish dancing in the state of Maine. Dancers compete all over New England, and place in the New England Regional Irish Dancing Championships annually. Dancers have also placed in the North American Irish Dance Championships, as well as com-

embodied energy there.”

While he stops short of ascribing the energy to actual ghosts, he does believe there is a “spirit or a vibe in places.” Some would explain it as a haunting or a religious experience, but Waldrop refers to it a little differently. “There is a sixth sense of place that connects us to where we live and spend our lives,” he says. “There is a higher level of connection going on there.”

As a preservation architect and architectural historian, Wal-

drop’s love of old houses lends an emotional attachment to his work. Seeing old buildings torn down evokes a sort of grief in him. “We are losing our history,” he says sadly. He goes on to say, “When we think of historic architecture, we tend to think of big landmarks, but there are some really rich stories in your everyday house that don’t often get fully told.”

Since July of 2020, Waldrop has found a comfortable niche as Executive Director of

the Historical Society of Wells and Ogunquit. His background enables him to help the society through historical research as well as architectural preservation. “I feel really lucky being an architectural historian here,” he says with obvious enthusiasm.

“We have a museum, a historical archive, and a research library, all housed in a National Register building: the historic First Church Meetinghouse.” His

$503M for Shipyard Infrastructure Dry Dock

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A fiscal year 2023 (FY23) government funding package was recently signed into law, which included $503 million to continue the modernization of Dry Dock #1 at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY) in Kittery. The legislation also includes provisions requiring the Navy to induct a class of at least 100 apprentices at PNSY, and it provides $2.5 million to help plan and design a new day care center at the shipyard.

“Ensuing that the hardworking and highly skilled employees at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard have the resources they need to do their jobs as efficiently

as possible is essential to maintaining our Navy fleet and enhancing our national security. I have long advocated for the Navy to address the modernization needs at PNSY, and this legislation will help build on funding I have previously secured for critical upgrades,” said Senator Susan Collins, who co-sponsored the

legislation. “Additionally, I am pleased that the bill includes two provisions I championed to address workforce shortages at the shipyard. The continuation of PNSY’s successful apprenticeship program will prepare a new generation of shipbuilders, while planning for a new child care center would alleviate stress on

working parents. Together, these investments will help PNSY remain the gold standard among the nation’s public shipyards.”

The funding package also provided $2.45 billion for Navy ship depot operations support and $10.3 billion for ship depot maintenance, which supports day-to-day operations at the shipyards. That included an additional $190 million above what was requested in the Department of Defense’s (DOD) budget for new tools, test equipment, and machinery for public shipyards. Additionally, the package includ-

Bryce Waldrop

The Sentimental Architect

York Scouts Earn Top Honors

YORKThe Pine Tree Council’s Troop 301 celebrated Eagle Scout inductees Cameron Dalton, Bryce Gamache, Anthony Parrotta, and Sean Patch, at the Eagle Scout Court of Honor on Saturday, January 11, at York First Parish Church. Notable guest speakers of the night included Holly Sargent, District 147 State Representative, Darcy Bastarache, York Rotary Club, Leah Barry, PineTree Council, and Allen Johnson, Military Order of the World Wars.

Eagle Scout Court of Honor is a ceremony held to recognize and celebrate the achievements of a Scout who has earned the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) program. The ceremony involves a formal presentation of the Eagle

Scout Award, which is the highest rank in the BSA, and includes speeches by Scout leaders, family members, and the Eagle Scout himself. The purpose of the Court of Honor is to recognize the Scout’s hard work, dedication, and achievements and to inspire others to strive for the same level of excellence.

Completion of an Eagle Scout Service Project, also known as an Eagle Project, is one of the requirements for a Scout to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. The project demonstrates leadership, organization, and community involvement and is a way for the Scout to give back to their community.

Cameron oversaw the building of three park picnic benches and a new sign at Moulton Park, next to St.

George’s Episcopal Church. This park allowed Troop 301 to hold regular meetings and continue to gather during Covid-19 gathering limitations. Bryce designed and created a 60-ft diameter gathering area for York’s non-profit organization, White Pines. The area included benches made of stumps and 200-pound logs, wood chips and a fire pit in the center encased with crushed stone and slate. Anthony guided and implemented the clean-up of a local cemetery on Southside Road, dating back to the 18th century. They repaired some of the oldest gravestones and the stone wall that surrounded

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smile is beaming as he stands in the 1862 meetinghouse, surrounded by the exquisite Romanesque and Gothic architecture. He is in his element here.

Preserving our history is a foremost priority for Bryce. “I think it is important to reflect on stories from the past for a number of reasons,” he says in a serious tone. “It can be a comfort, it can be pure entertainment

in looking back on interesting people.” He adds, “It also teaches us valuable lessons about the past and how that may apply to what’s happening today and in our own lives.”

He believes that history, for better or worse, repeats itself. He states emphatically, “We need to study history and re-study it. We must look at those same events again from different perspectives in every generation.” He pauses for a moment and adds, “I think it is really important.”

Somewhat of an “old soul,” Bryce has always felt connected to the past. “I embrace new technology,” he says, “but I love old things.” His love of old things is not limited to old buildings. He has long been an avid collector of old books, particularly those about architecture and old world’s fairs. His collection includes pictures featuring what he calls his “go-to” themes: history and architecture. He laughingly admits he is trying to cut back on the collecting. “My wife would probably tell you there was a time that I hoarded old things,” he says, a little embarrassed. Even old souls take some time to find their direction in life. Growing up in Upstate New York, Bryce was a cre-

ative child, filled with a love of drawing, crafts and woodworking. A sixth-grade assignment on Ancient Egyptian artifacts filled the boy with dreams of becoming an Egyptologist, but See HISTORY on page 22 . . .

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Left to right: Pine Tree Council’s Troop 301 Eagle Scout inductees include Anthony Parrotta, Bryce Gamache, Cameron Dalton, and Sean Patch.

it. Sean refurbished 13 benches along the Ellis Park walkway at Short Sands Beach. The project included removing the wood and

rust, painting all the posts and replacing the wooden slats. For more information, visit www.pinetreebsa.org.

100th Day of School Celebration

~ News ~ Kittery’s Toracinta Aboard USS Oakland

NORTH BERWICKFebruary 17 marked the “100th day of school” celebration at North Berwick Elementary School. Students, school staff, and the community teamed up to collect donations of food and personal items to help support

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ed $50 million above what was requested in DOD’s budget for modernizing facilities across the Navy’s four public shipyards as identified in the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP). The SIOP is the Navy’s 20-year investment plan for infrastructure investments needed to modernize the nation’s public shipyards.

This funding in the government appropriations law builds upon investments previously secured for infrastructure upgrades at PNSY, including $475 million for PNSY’s Dry Dock #1 project

friends and neighbors in need. This year, with the help of Hannaford Supermarket, the North Berwick Police Department along with K9 Maverick, the school donated 100 cans of dog food and 100 cans of tuna fish to the North Berwick Food Pantry.

in the FY 2022 Military Construction funding bill that was signed into law last year. Currently, Dry Dock #1 can only accommodate Los Angeles-class submarines, which means it will be rendered obsolete when LAclass submarines are removed from service in the 2030s. Failure to modernize the dry dock would result in 20 deferred submarine maintenance availabilities through 2040, which would risk Navy submarines’ ability to perform their missions world-wide. Image from www.navsea. navy.mil.

KITTERY / SINGAPOREEnsign Ira Toracinta, from Kittery, recently manned the deck station in the pilot house aboard Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Oakland (LCS 24) as the ship sailed out of Changi Naval Base, Singapore. The USS Oakland, part of Destroyer Squadron 7, is on a rotational deployment operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operation to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force in support

of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. For more information, visit www.outreach.navy.mil and

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reach. Photo by U.S. Navy Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sang Kim.

The schedule for 2023 will be

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every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., June 4 through November 19, as well as Mayfest on May 7. The Kittery Community Market has openings for agricultural, prepared

foods, and artisan crafters booths. Interested vendors should email kitterycommunitymarket@gmail. com or visit www.kitterycommunitymarket.com/become-a-vendor.

Friday, March 3

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

Friday Soup and Simple Meals during Lent

St. Martha Church, 30 Portland Rd., Kennebunk: Fridays of Lent at 6 p.m., preceded by a Lenten supper of chowder and soup. St. Mary Church, 236 Eldridge Rd., Wells: Fridays of Lent at 12 p.m., followed by a Lenten lunch of chowder and soup. St. Christopher Church, 4 Barrell Ln., York: Stations of the Cross on Fridays at 5:30 p.m., followed by a Lenten meal and brief presentation by Fr. Scott Mower. FMI or to volunteer: www.portlanddiocese.org/lentenmeals or 207-364-4556.

Saturday, March 4

“Great Grief”

1:30 p.m. via Zoom. The Brick Store Museum is partnering with Maine Humanities Council to co-host a free virtual discussion led by USM Professor of History, Libby Bischof. The lecture will use examples from the Museum’s archives to illustrate the changing experience of public and private grief in society over the past 200 years. Program is free, registration required. FMI: www.brickstoremuseum.org/calendar.

Sunday, March 5

Sound Meditation

2-3 p.m. at The Dance Hall Kittery, 7 Walker St., Kittery. Using crystal

bowls, percussion, and v oice, Peggo Horstmann Hodes uses the power of vibration to clear stuck energy in the body, bringing you back home to true nature. Bring layers to lie on and cover up with; chairs are also available. Session also available via Zoom. Free will donations greatly appreciated. FMI and to register: vibrantvoice@ gmail.com.

Tri-Town Winter Farmers Market

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Central School, 197 Main St., South Berwick. FMI: www.tritownfarmersmarkets.com.

Tuesday, March 7

Coffee and Conversation

Join Mornings in Paris and 207 Prime Properties with a coffee on them! 9-11 a.m. at Mornings in Paris, 21 Western Ave., Kennebunk, and 246 Main St., Ogunquit. 207 Prime’s agents are looking forward to answering questions about local real estate. FMI: emily@207prime.com.

American Legion Meeting

7 p.m. at the Berwick Town Hall, 11 Sullivan Square, Berwick. All area veterans are cordially invited to join the men and women of Charles S. Hatch Post #79. Town hall is handicap accessible with ample parking. FMI: www.berwickmelegionpost79.org.

Shipyard Hiring Event

Portsmouth Naval Shipyard will be holding a hiring event, 12-3 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 300 Woodbury Ave., Portsmouth, NH. FMI: penhjobs@navy.mil.

Wednesday, March 8

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Lawns to Lobsters

1 p.m. at First Parish Church, 180 York Street, York. Learn to maintain a beautiful property using organic methods that will not harm the environment. This one-hour presentation will provide easy practices for a healthy, natural yard that looks great, uses less water, and requires less maintenance. The focus is on organic (non-chemical) lawn care, and includes guidelines on using plants native to Maine. Presenter Kristie Rabasca is an environmental engineer, gardener, and stormwater geek, and has worked on projects protecting water resources in Maine and New Hampshire. Parking is free. A $5 donation is greatly appreciated. Sponsored by the Old York Garden Club. FMI: www.oldyorkgardenclub.org or oygcme@ gmail.com.

Annual Chamber Awards

5-7 p.m. at the Center For Wildlife, 375 Mountain Rd., Cape Neddick. York Region Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Presentation of Awards for 2022: Citizen, Business and Volunteer of the Year for Eliot, Kittery, South Berwick and York. Appetizers provided by Chill Catering, complimentary beer and wine provided by CFW and a local brewery, and door prize drawings. Registration fees are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled, and space is limited. Pre-registration required by March 6 at noon. Members, $5 per person, guests and nonmembers, $25 per person. FMI: www. gatewaytomaine.org.

York County Republicans

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At Alfred Town Hall, 16 Saco Rd., Alfred. Municipal Development Committee (MDC) meeting 5-6:30 p.m. Doors open 6:30 p.m. for 7-8:30 p.m. business meeting. Rules to implement LD2003 that will affect local zoning ordinances will be presented and discussed.

FMI: communications@yorkgop. org or 207-468-2395.

American Legion Auxiliary

7 p.m. at The Charles S. Hatch

American Legion Auxiliary of Berwick. Monthly meeting in the Berwick Town Hall on Sullivan St. Downstairs meeting area, masks optional. Any woman veteran and their family is invited to attend! A great opportunity to meet these fine ladies and discover their contributions to the community.

FMI: President Diana Lapierre at 207-698-1762 or Chaplain Ann Urbanski at 207-698-5258.

Thursday, March 9

“The Chosen” Series

6 p.m. at Cape Neddick Baptist Church, 34 River Rd., Cape Neddick. All three seasons of the video series “The Chosen” will be shown on Thursdays. The series traces the life of Jesus and his disciples.

FMI: 207-363-3566 or capeneddickbaptist@cnbc-church.org.

Saturday, March 11

Bittersweet Basket-Making

10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Bittersweet is an invasive vine that spreads quickly, strangling stems of other plants and collapsing trees with its weight. This bane of gardeners and arborists, when removed from the environment, can become excellent material for basketmaking.

In this workshop, Zack Rouda of Rewild Maine guides participants in weaving the vines into a strong and beautiful basket. This is a beginner class, hand strength and dexterity are required. Registration required at suzanne@wellsnerr.org or 207-646-1555 x 116. FMI: www. wellsreserve.org/calendar.

Spaghetti Supper

4:30-6 p.m. at Yorkshire Masonic Lodge, 101 High St. (Route 4), North Berwick. “All You Can Eat” for $10. Homemade sauce, meatballs, salad, bread, beverage and dessert. FMI: svett@comcast.net or 207-752-3337.

Sunday March 12

Drum Circle Begins

3-6 p.m. at First Parish Unitarian Church, 114 Main St., Kennebunk. Open to new and experienced drummers. The first hour, 3-4 p.m., is for instruction and practice to less experienced drummers. 4-6 p.m., everyone lets loose in the rhythm of drums. Bring your own drum or use one provided. To be held the second Sunday of every month. Led by Patsy Onatah. FMI: marylyn.wentworth@tnsk.org.

Berwick Farmers Market 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Berwick Town Hall, 11 Sullivan St. Berwick. Enjoy live music and fresh food. FMI: www.berwickwinterfarmersmarket.com. Veterans can receive

and use a $20 voucher from www. vouchersforveterans.org or 603817-6030.

Deadline for St. Patrick’s Day

Dinner & Dance

The Knights of Columbus in Wells present their St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser to benefi t Honor Flight Maine and Mission Working Dogs. Dancing with music by Tom Pomeroy, corned beef and cabbage dinner with a ham option, BYOB (wine and beer only, no spirits), $30 per person. The event takes place on March 18 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church Hall, 236 Eldridge Rd., Wells, but tickets must be purchased by March 12. FMI: 207-985-7049 or 207-651-2865.

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Berwick Public Library

Medicare and MaineCare Info

On Wednesday, March 8, Christian White from Casco Bay Insurance Associates will be at the library at 6 p.m. for a Medicare and MaineCare info session. Hosted in partnership with Casco Bay Insurance Associates. Rescheduled from March 1.

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

Senior Potluck Luncheons

Every month on the second

Monday at the North Berwick Rec. Community Center, 266 Lebanon Road, North Berwick. Potlucks start at 10 a.m. Join the library for coffee and social time. The next potluck will be Monday, March 13.

Winter Sleds

The library currently has four winter sled/snow block kits to borrow for one week at a time. Kits include a hot cocoa packet and hand warmer.

For More Information

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

Graves Memorial Public Library

Morning Book Discussion

Second Thursday of each month at 9:45 a.m. A variety of books are chosen and a schedule of upcoming books to be discussed is available. Copies available by request/ reservation. New members are always welcome. The next meeting will be held March 9.

Erase the Stigma

Second Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. in the Community Room. Monthly discussion with the Kennebunkport Public Health Department and Coastal Healthy Communities Coalition to present helpful ways to arm families with the appropriate tools to fight opioid overuse and abuse. The next meeting will be held March 9.

Wine On-Line

Via Zoom on the second Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. A fun hour of wine tasting, information, and trivia. Local wine gurus Lani

Dietz and Betsy Ross present wine ideas, pairings, and educational tidbits. Participants are encouraged to purchase the monthly wine selections from Maine & Vine or Wine House on Maine. The next meeting will be held March 9. FMI: www.maineandvine.com.

For More Information

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

Ogunquit Memorial Library

American Sign Language (ASL)

Tuesday, March 7, at 2:30 p.m.

Introductory ASL course taught by Jean Kalman, who has been deaf since birth. Jean would like to teach a fi ve week class here if there is suitable interest. Please RSVP to attend this first session.

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Thursday, March 9 at 2:30 p.m. Hospice of Southern Maine’s Bereavement Services Manager, Kelly Blanchette, presents on grief and the many ways it shows up, both before and after experiencing loss, including a discussion of anticipatory grief. She will offer information on resources available for those interested in support.

Book Arts Group

Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. This is an established group that meets weekly at the library and welcomes all to come learn about the art of bookbinding. Please call ahead to make sure the group is meeting.

For More Information

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

Wells Public Library

New Story Walk

At the Wells Harbor pier, featuring “All You Need for a Snowman,” by Alice Schertle.

For More Information

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

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Teen Advisory Group

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Friday, March 3 at 3:30 p.m. A Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is a group of teens that work with YA (Young Adult) Librarian Danie to improve the YA spaces, programming, and library collections. Members help select materials, plan events, and influence how the library serves teens. Members can also earn volunteer/community service hours, as well as a letter of participation, which looks awesome on college applications!

Fuse Beads

Tuesday, March 7, 3-4 p.m. in the YA Room. Get crafty with fuse beads! Fuse beads are an awesome, casual craft that lets you See YPL on page 7 . . .

Dance Hall Founder Passes Torch

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After 12 years of leadership, Drika Overton, Founder of the Dance Hall in Kittery, is stepping down as artistic director and passing the torch to a new generation.

Overton, a dancer, choreographer, and visionary, is well-known throughout New England and beyond for her performance and curatorial work, uplifting percussive dance, and jazz music.

In 2010, she founded the

create fun designs and then melt them together! Get creative with an original design or follow one of the patterns available. Turn the artwork into a magnet, keychain, necklace or whatever! This is a drop-in program.

Research It: World

Newspapers

Wednesday, March 8, 1-2 p.m. The library has access to local, national, and international newspapers available online in a searchable format. Join Reference Librarian Devin to learn how to access and read issues across the globe. We will also discuss basic database searching techniques. Meets in York Public Library’s Wheeler Room.

Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure

Wednesday, March 8, 7-8 p.m., online. Curious about Electric Vehicles? Discuss various EV models on the market and learn more about how they work in practice. We’ll look into the current infrastructure of EV charging in Maine, how to find public chargers, and how to select and install a home

Dance Hall, renovating the former 1928 Grange Hall in Kittery Foreside, and built the organization into a small, but mighty, arts organization focused on live music and dance performance.

In addition to the restoration and preservation of the Dance Hall’s historic home, Overton’s leadership tenure oversaw the assembly of an energetic board of directors, and the development of a diverse programming portfolio of music, dance and education offerings. These efforts have

EV charger. Presenters include Harry Mussman of York Ready for Climate Action and Molly Siegal from Effi ciency Maine. Registration required. The virtual program series, “The Climate is Changing... So Can You,” is cosponsored by York Public Library and York Ready for Climate Action.

Family Piano Series: Children’s Favorites

Saturday, March 11, 10:30-11 a.m. Join pianist Linda Drew for 30 minutes of kid-friendly tunes on the library’s baby grand piano. She’ll play beautiful arrangements of favorite songs for children. Make a craft, build with Legos, or sit together by the fire. All ages are welcome.

Writers’ Meetup

Select Tuesdays in March from 5:30-7 p.m. In between regular monthly gatherings, come write by the fireplace with other kindred spirits. March Dates: Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 28

For More Information

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

captured regional and national attention, including support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Now, Overton is on to her next adventure. “The Dance Hall has been my dream and my passion. As every arts organization founder knows, eventually, the time comes for a change. I am immensely proud and grateful to our artists, our audiences, our sponsors, our generous donors, our board and our staff. The Dance Hall is now on firm footing and is poised for an exciting new chapter,” she said.

Board President Paul Hodes shared, “Drika and her husband, Ed, have been the heart and soul of the Dance Hall. We know that they are not going far. Drika’s vision and the community she has built are testament to her passion and brilliance.”

David Parker, director of New York-based theatrical dance troupe The Bang Group, who has performed frequently at the Dance Hall over the years, said: “The Dance Hall is a gem, a national treasure, and that is due to Drika’s vision and guidance. All of us at The Bang Group love the Dance Hall and wish Drika con-

tinued happiness and success.”

The board of directors and staff of the Dance Hall recently welcomed Interim Artistic Director Eric Klaxton. “We are all in awe of what Drika has accomplished,” said Dance Hall’s Executive Director Sarah Duclos.

“I speak for myself, Eric and Emily (Bowes, the Dance Hall’s administrative assistant), when I say that it is our great honor and responsibility to continue fostering Drika’s legacy of arts building community and culture. It is also our exciting challenge to envision and build the Dance Hall of the future.”

The board is planning an

event to honor Overton’s leadership and legacy in the spring of 2023. Overton will stay connected to the Dance Hall as emeritus and consultant.

For more information, visit www.thedancehallkittery.org.

Virtual Talk with Author Kelley OPA Announces March Sunday Classic Films

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The York Public Library is honored to host author Margot Anne Kelley on Tuesday, March 14, 7-8 p.m. in a virtual author talk about her latest book.

Many these days are looking for more sustainable ways to live, work, and eat. Kelley’s new book, “Foodtopia,” details the evolution of food-centric utopian movements fueled by deep yearnings for clean water and air, racial and gender equality, community sustainability, a simpler, less consumerist lifestyle, a sense of authenticity, healthy local food, a smaller carbon footprint, and a deeper connection to the natural world.

“Foodtopia” tells the story of five “back-to-the-land” movements, from 1840 to present day, when large numbers of utopianminded people in the United States established small-scale farming as an alternative to mainstream agriculture.

Millennials who jettisoned cities for rural life form the core of America’s current “back-to-theland” movement. Their forebears were, of course, the hippies who chose to forgo modern comforts in pursuit of a simpler life back in the 1970s. Prior to that, people decamped to the countryside during the Great Depression. At the turn of the last century, pioneering single-taxers created self-suffi-

cient communities. Beginning in the 1840s, tens of thousands of people, including cultural icons such as Henry David Thoreau, participated in more than eighty food-centric utopian communities. Today, food is no longer just about what we eat, but about how food is raised, processed and transported, and who profits along the way. Kelley looks closely at the efforts of young farmers now growing heirloom pigs, culturally appropriate foods, and newly bred vegetables, along with others working in coalitions, advocacy groups, and educational programs to extend the reach of this era’s Good Food Movement.

Kelley holds a PhD in American Literature and an MFA in Media and Performing Arts. She is the author of two books focused on people in relationship to the natural world: “Local Treasures: Geocaching Across America,” and “A Field Guide to Other People’s Trees.” She taught at the college level for nearly twenty-five years. Since leaving academia, she served as the editor of “The Maine Review,” and co-founded a community development corporation that runs a food pantry and community garden, among other programs. Kelley lives on the coast of downeast Maine.

Registration is required for this online event at www.yorkpubliclibrary.org.

Zapapa Handmade Pop-up and Clearance Sale!

Saturday 3/4, 11-4 • Sunday 3/5, 12-4 At Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Rd

Please come to a fantastic clearance and sample sale of beautiful handmade clothing and home goods!

Zapapa Handmade is a very small business based in Kittery that specializes in unique clothing designs and only uses 100% natural fabrics. Come see this hidden gem – we think you will fall in love with Zapapa.

All Zapapa’s 2022 Clothing will be 50-60%

For more information, email zapapausa@gmail.com.

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As mud season fast approaches, Ogunquit Performing Arts (OPA) continues to offer its 21st Classic Film Festival. March’s film screenings will feature legendary screen siren Sophia Loren. In three of the four films featured at OPA for

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peted in the All Ireland Championships, The European Championships and The World Irish Dance Championships. Students of the school are proud to have performed with many other dance troupes, most notably, Cherish the Ladies, Solas, The Trinity Irish Dance Company, Natalie MacMaster, and Eileen Ivers.

The School has also performed all over the state of Maine, from schools, nursing homes and private functions to weddings, corporate events, and even at the State House. The School has performed with the Portland Sea Dogs and Red Claws, on the Ellipse Lawn of the White House, and at Downtown Disney in Orlando. The School has performed for years at Ogunquit Performing Arts, and has become the organization’s annual season opening event.

Carlene Stillson began dancing at the age of four for her aunt, Patricia K. Lenihan, in Connecticut. Carlene has produced successful teams, figure choreographies, multiple New England Oireachtas Champions, topranking North American cham-

March, Loren is joined by her favorite leading men, Clark Gable and Marcello Mastroianni. The films’ genres span farce/drama, Greek tragedy, American romantic comedy, and an Italian comedy anthology.

Although Sophia Loren rose to fame largely due to her

pion dancers, and World medal holders. In the past fifteen years, Carlene has adjudicated across North America and Australia.

Irish stepdance is a style of performance dance with roots in tradition. It is generally characterized by a stiff upper body and fast and precise movements of the feet, and can be performed solo or in groups. Aside from public dance performances, there are also stepdance competitions all over the world. In the late 1800s, when the Gaelic League began to organize cultural festivals, Irish step dance developed into a formal competition, with dedicated structures for the competitions built across the globe throughout the 20th Century. These competitions are often called “Feiseanna,” “Feis” for singular. In Irish dance culture, a Feis is a traditional Gaelic arts and culture festival.

The curtain time for this event is 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 11. Admission is $5 and payable at the door. Dunaway Center is located at 23 School St., Ogunquit. Parking is free. For more information, visit www. ogunquitperformingarts.org.

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looks, she more than proved her acting chops with a series of international hits, and was the first performer to win an Oscar for Best Actress in a Foreign Language Film. She remains the only living actor named by the American Film Institute’s 100 greatest screen legends.

Sunday, March 5:

The Priest’s Wife (1970)

After being duped by a married man during a four-year affair, a suicidal Rock’n’Roll singer (Loren) on the rebound falls in love with a priest (Mastroianni), who succumbs to her charms and sets her up as his mistress. Will she be cuckolded again, as her lover is seduced by a rise to power within the Catholic Church?

Sunday, March 12:

Desire Under the Elms (1958)

Adapted from a highly controversial 1924 play of the same name by American playwright Eugene O’Neill, “Desire Under the Elms” had been banned for several years in multiple American states, and for more than 15 years in Great Britain. The movie reflects an attempt by O’Neill to adapt plot elements and themes of Greek Tragedy to an 1850sera rural New England setting, a story of forbidden love, desperation, greed and lust that leads to tragedy on a family farm.

Sunday, March 19:

It Started in Naples (1960)

Days before his wedding, a Philadelphia lawyer (Gable) travels to Italy to settle the estate of his estranged younger brother and his “common law” wife, who died in an accident, leaving behind an 8-year-old child. During a heated custody battle with the child’s maternal aunt (Loren), romance blossoms, and Gable decides to stay in Italy. This film is Gable’s last film released in his lifetime, and his last film in color.

Sunday, March 26: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow (1963)

This film is the seventh collaboration between Loren and Mastroianni. This Oscar-winning trio of comic tales, reflects three very different women, all played by Loren, using their sexuality to get what they want from three very different men, all played by Mastroianni. The film made a lasting impression on cinematic history in a cult classic scene, where one of Loren’s characters seduces one of the characters, using both her dream figure and her cheeky attitude. In 1965, the film won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film.

Films are screened at the Dunaway Center’s community auditorium, 23 School Street, Ogunquit, on Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m. Admission, parking, and popcorn are all free. For more information, visit www.ogunquitperformingarts.org.

St. Patrick’s Day Party Planning

St. Patrick’s Day is still a few weeks away, but it’s never too early to plan a fun party for it. Each March 17, and even in the days surrounding that date, the world is awash in kelly green. Once again, it is time to pay homage to the patron saint of Ireland, and perhaps engage in a little spirited revelry.

St. Patrick’s Day is an opportunity to honor St. Patrick, and to celebrate Irish culture. From lively bagpiping to delicious foods to spirited parades, St. Patrick’s Day features many chances for merriment, which can extend to private parties held at home. The event happens to fall on a Friday this year, all the more reason to host the ultimate party. The following are some party-planning ideas to ensure this St. Patrick’s Day is as jovial as ever.

Customize invitations. Get guests in the mood with themed party invitations. Whether paper invites or electronic ones, take advantage of the many designs available online and instore. Entertaining puns and plays on words can be the way to go with invitations, which

also can showcase shamrocks and other symbols of St. Patrick’s Day.

Incorporate white and orange. The color green garners its share of attention on St. Patrick’s Day. However, the earliest accounts of St. Patrick associate him with the color blue. Green was later adopted, perhaps in homage to the Emerald Isle. But green is not the only color associated with Ireland, as the nation’s flag can attest. White and orange decorations also can round out displays on St. Patrick’s Day.

Corned Beef and St. Patrick’s Day

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In the United States, consumption of corned beef is often associated with Saint Patrick’s Day. Oddly enough, corned beef is not considered a traditional national dish in Ireland. The connection with Saint Patrick’s Day is actually a part of IrishAmerican culture, when corned beef was used as a substitute for bacon by Irish immigrants in the late 19th century. Corned beef and cabbage is the Irish-American variant of the Irish dish of bacon and cabbage. A similar dish is the New England boiled dinner, consisting of corned beef, cabbage, and root vegetables such as carrots, turnips, and potatoes. Boiled dinners are popular wintertime meals throughout New England.

Corned Beef and Cabbage

Serves 6-8

1, 4-5 lb corned beef brisket

1 tsp pickling spice

1 head cabbage

2 lbs potatoes

6 to 8 small carrots

Parsnips (optional)

Turnips (optional)

Place the corned beef in a pot that holds at least five quarts of water. Cover completely with cold water. Place over high heat and bring to a simmer.

As soon as bubbles start to break on the surface of the water, adjust the heat so the water simmers very, very gently. With a slotted spoon, skim off the residue that accumulates on the surface. When the residue stops coming to the surface, add the pickling spices.

Continue to cook, with bubbles just gently breaking on the surface, for three to four hours, until fork tender. The meat can be safely held in its water for about two hours; reheat gently.

Cook the vegetables until fork tender in separate pots of boiling fresh water or, especially for the cabbage, use some of the water in which the corned beef was cooked.

Slice the corned beef and serve with mustard and/or horseradish on a platter, surrounded with some of the vegetables or with vegetables in a separate bowl.

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Stock up on gold coins. Party stores may sell foilwrapped chocolate coins this time of year, and they can be used to create a “pot of gold” display at the party.

Hire a piper. Bagpipes feature prominently in St. Patrick’s Day parades, and hosts can book a piper to play a few tunes in traditional garb during a party. Streaming services playlists of traditional Irish bagpipe playing would also work in a pinch.

Serve up some traditional dishes. Traditional Irish dishes include: Irish Stew; Irish Soda Bread; Colcannon and Champ (creamy mashed potatoes served with cabbage and onions); Shepherd’s Pie, Boxty (potato pancakes topped with sour cream and spring onions); Barmbrack (a traditional sweet bread made with raisins and fruit); Boiled Bacon and Cabbage; Cured or Smoked Salmon; Black and White Pudding, and Honey Glazed Carrots and Parsnips.

Create an Irish pub at home. Set up an area of the space and provide the accoutrements one would find in an Irish pub. In addition to having Guinness available, stock classic Irish whiskeys and ales. Keep Irish

folk music playing in the background to impart a cozy feeling.

Invite a crowd. One of the best parts of a St. Patrick’s Day celebration is having friends

and family together to celebrate, reminisce and enjoy each other’s company. A crowd means better sing-a-longs and more opportunities to toast to good luck for the future!

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St. Patrick’s Day Dinner & Dance 2023

This year’s benefactors will be Honor Flight Maine and Mission Working Dogs

Traditional Corned Beef & Cabbage Dinner plus Ham

Music by Tom Pomeroy

Saturday, March 18

$30 per person

At St. Mary’s Church Hall 236 Eldridge Road, Wells

Social 5:30-6pm • Dinner to Follow, BYOB (wine & beer only, no spirits)

Tickets much be purchase in advance by 3/12: Call (207) 985-7049 or (207) 651-2865

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Animal Welfare Society

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Hi there! My name is Oliver and I’m a playful, energetic, and (dare I say) handsome, young guy who is looking for his happy, new home. I came to Maine thanks to the kind people over at the Humane Society of the United States who rescued me from an alleged dog-fighting ring in South Carolina. I’m so grateful because I’m such a good boy who just wants a family to love and, despite where I came from, I’m friendly, carefree, and ready to start anew with you! I arrived here in Maine in early January and am ready for spring and want to explore this great state with my new family. If you need a good jogging partner, co-pilot and travel pal, or snuggly friend at night, I’m your guy!

Since first arriving here at AWS, I have learned quite a bit and am very proud of myself and how far I’ve come. Because I never really lived in a home environment before, I still struggle with my potty training and am

Animal Welfare Society

PO Box 43 / 46 Holland Road West Kennebunk, ME 04094 (207) 985-3244

info@animalwelfaresociety.org www.animalwelfaresociety.org

SAFE

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learning to be crate trained as well. However, I promise I’m smart as a whip and have already learned new tricks like “touch” and “sit.” I can be a bit mouthy and I need to work on my impulse control sometimes, but I’m hoping my new people will work with me on positive reinforcement training to make sure I can be my best self! Because I’m still learning and have a lot of energy, I would do best with no small children or cats. How-

Safe Haven Humane Society

WELLSThis Sunday, March 5, 1-3 p.m. at 1784 Post Road, Wells, our Cattail Farmhouse will open its adoption room to introduce six very special kitties, during our “Shy Kitty Adoption Event.”

ever, I’m also a very sensitive and empathetic dog who attaches to my humans quickly and forms strong bonds with those I trust. I’m always so excited to meet new people, so please give my friends here at AWS a call: 207-985-3244.

Grateful Dog Rescue

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We request that only those who are sincerely interested in adopting a shy kitty, or who wish to become a volunteer cat socializer attend this particular event. Why? Because these six little ones are not yet fully socialized. We need people who have experience with cats, or have the desire and patience to either adopt them or help socialize them.

Shelter: 207-646-1611 • PO Box 91, Wells, ME 04090

THRIFT/VINTAGE/ANTIQUE SHOP: 207-216-9169 • 1784 Post Road, Wells Open 11am-4pm SEVEN DAYS A WEEK!

Help us pay our vet bills and other expenses! Donations Accepted 12-3pm on Saturdays Only ( FMI 207-229-8314)

VOLUNTEERS & DONATIONS NEEDED

Hey there, I’m Brisket! I’m a fun-loving guy who’s always up for an adventure. I love to run and play, but I also know how to chill and snuggle when the time is right. I’m a bit of a goofball, and I love to make people laugh. I’m always up for a game of fetch or tug-of-war with my favorite stuffy toys. But don’t worry - I’m gentle with them, and I won’t destroy anything that’s not meant to be destroyed. One of my favorite things to do is to go for runs with my humans. I’ve got a lot of energy, so I need to get my exercise in. When I’m not running or playing, I love to hang out with my humans. I’m a loyal companion, and I’ll always be there to offer you a cuddle or a kiss when you need it. And if you’re looking for a silly, playful partner in crime, I’m your guy.

Grateful Dog Rescue Kittery, ME volunteer@ thegratefuldogrescue.org www.thegratefuldogrescue.org

Those interested in adopting a cat that is already socialized, can stay tuned for future adoption events. This event is to showcase the shy ones. It is important to keep the room quiet

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Emmas Angels Rescue

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Meet our special cat of the week, Agate! Agate is an eightmonth-old Tortie girl from the south looking for a safe home. Agate has come to us from an overcrowded shelter in Louisiana. She is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations. Agate is good with other cats and kids over five. If you would like to set up a meet and greet, call 207676-5599.

Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based organizations. Donations can be left in our drop box at 30 Meeting House Road, North Berwick. Thank you in advance!

STATEWIDEGirl Scouts of Maine (GSME) received a $5,000 donation from Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution to support the mental health needs of Girl Scouts across the state. These

critical funds will be used to train and certify GSME staff members as Youth Mental Health First Aid Facilitators. In turn, the GSME facilitators will teach 120-240 volunteers, troop leaders, and additional GSME

staff to become Youth Mental Health First Aiders within the first year of the program. Certification will be completed through the National Council

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for Mental Wellbeing’s Mental Health First Aid program.

Girl Scouts of Maine serves over 5,000 girls annually, ages 5-18, and over 3,500 adult volunteers. Currently, GSME has one staff member certified to train Youth Mental Health First Aiders. The newly certified trainers will prioritize training staff and volunteers who work directly with girls at GSME programs and camps.

“This initiative to supplement existing resources with specialized training in youth mental health first aid will allow our staff and volunteers to feel confident they can support the increasing needs of today’s girls in a meaningful way”, says Suzanne Hand, Girl Scouts of Maine SVP Mission Delivery. “As more and more staff and volunteers are trained, we hope that along with our robust girl programming designed to bolster girls’ mental wellbeing, Girl Scouts of Maine can play a critical role in supporting and improving girls’ mental health wellbeing throughout Maine.”

“It’s important to recognize the mental health crisis that is ongoing. Supporting the Girl Scouts of Maine initiative to provide trained individuals for their programming is something we feel can make a valuable and lasting impact on the young people in our communities,” says Bob Quentin, president and CEO of Saco & Biddeford Savings.

Youth mental health issues are increasing at an alarming rate in Maine, especially among girls. According to the results of the 2021 Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey, female high school students reported worse mental health than male students. Nearly 57% of female students said their

YORKYork Hospital will soon receive $2.5 million toward the renovation of their Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Maine legislators secured the funds through the omnibus funding package, Fiscal Year 2023 Health and Human Services appropriations bill.

mental health was not good “most of the time” or “always,” compared to nearly 29% of male students.

Founded in 1969, the National Council for Mental Wellbeing drives policy and social change on behalf of mental health and substance use treatment organizations and the people they serve. Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is an evidence-based training program primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. Administered by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing that teaches individuals how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges.

More than 2.5 million people across the United States have been trained in Mental Health First Aid.

Girl Scouts bring their

“Mainers in every part of our state should be able to receive the vital medical services they need, which is why I have long advocated for funding to support access to quality rural health care,” said Senator Susan Collins, who co-sponsored the bill with Senator Angus King.

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

“Upgrading and renovating York Hospital’s cardiac catheterization lab will provide York County residents with access to the most advanced care, improving health outcomes.”

York Hospital President and CEO Dr. Patrick Taylor thanked Collins and King for supporting the hospital’s request for funding. “Swift access to medical care is critical for patients who are experiencing life-threatening cardiac events” explained Dr. Taylor. “This funding will allow us to make capital improvements that will literally help our caregivers save lives, and we are incredibly grateful to both Senator Collins and King for supporting our mission to deliver the highest quality medical care to our communities in southern Maine.”

“From food banks and hospitals to job training programs and infrastructure upgrades,

Maine’s 2023 spending supports important projects across the state that will improve the lives of Maine people and invest in the future of our communities,” King added.

Cardiac catheterization labs are specialized areas in the hospital where physicians perform minimally invasive tests and advanced cardiac procedures to diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease.

The funding will support York Hospital’s effort to upgrade its existing cardiac catheterization lab equipment. Newer equipment will allow York Hospital medical staff to diagnose and treat blockages more effectively by delivering clear imaging and managing radiation dosage during procedures.

For more information, visit www.yorkhospital.com.

Left to right: Amy Richards, customer relationship officer at Saco & Biddeford Savings; Darcy Foerster, community initiatives developer of Girl Scouts of Maine; Bob Quentin, president and CEO of Saco & Biddeford Savings; and Mara Moorhead, CEO of Girl Scouts of Maine.

. . . HAVEN from page 10 and the environment relaxed, so the cats will feel safe. Our Cattail team will introduce those interested to Midnight, Momma Moo, Cali, Sarah, Willow, and Melanie.

Each of these sweeties arrived at Safe Haven as a very fearful feral. Each was humanely trapped, removed from a risky living situation, and brought to

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our farmhouse.

Adult ferals are slower to socialize, because they have spent far more time being defensive and paranoid, always ready to flee from danger at a moment’s notice. That’s why sixmonth-old Melanie is the most sociable of the six. She’s still a kitten.

The other five are older, between two and three years old. Still young, of course, but a little more hardened and slow to

become sociable.

Our Cattail volunteers have done such a good job with Melanie. She can now be picked up, held and petted. That’s a huge accomplishment! Melanie is a good example of what patience and socializing can do to make a kitty confident.

Over the months of living at the Safe Haven farmhouse, each of these kitties is now at a different level of socialization. Some will accept a treat, some

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still haven’t relaxed enough to play, while others are delighted to romp and play with no worries. Some can be petted, others are still too wary.

Those interested in adopting, or wish to become a volunteer socializer, will be taught a proven program of socialization. Its routine includes repetition, gentle coaxing, tasty rewards, and ongoing positive experiences. These patterns eventually overcome a feral cat’s fears,

teaching confidence and trust.

Please come and meet these remarkable kitties this Sunday and learn about feral cats and shy kitties and how you can be their advocate and best friend!

Our shelter at 1420 Post Road, next to the Wells Public Library, is open by appointment only. Please call the number below to schedule a visit for adoption, or to find out more about becoming a cat care team member!

Weekly Recipe: Spicy Sweet Potatoes

Ingredients:

3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tablespoons olive or canola oil

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions:

In a large re-sealable plastic bag,

toss in sweet potatoes and oil then add remaining ingredients; toss to coat.

Transfer coated potatoes to a greased 11” x 7” x 2” baking dish.

Bake, uncovered, in a 400 degree oven for 40-45 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring every 15 minutes.

Yield: 8 servings. This recipe has been provided by the Paul Parent’s Garden Club.

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Tuesday Fried Buttermilk Chicken $14.95 with green beans, mashed potatoes & bacon gravy

Wednesday BBQ Grill Combo $17.95 choose 2: 1/2 rack baby back ribs, BBQ chicken breast, BBQ shrimp, or BBQ salmon with 2 sides Thursday Steak Bomb $11.95 Friday Fried Haddock Platter $15.95 with french fries & coleslaw

Tanya Marie Hanson, 50

WELLS – Tanya Marie Hanson, 50, of Wells, died tragically on February 19, 2023, from injuries sustained in a snowmobile accident. Born to Kathy Jo (Allen) Nichols and Nelson Edwin Hanson on September 2, 1972, in Sanford, Tanya came into this world full of life, love, and with a heart full of compassion.

Beautiful inside and out, it was only natural that Tanya would make a life out of bringing beauty to the world while offering confidence to the people around her, so it surprised no one when after graduating from Wells High School in 1990, she enrolled in Head Hunters School of Beauty.

Tanya went on to build a successful career as the owner/operator of Studio 1 Salon in Wells.

In 2014, Tanya married her best friend, Chuck Bragdon. Their marriage has been filled with fun, happy times, adventure, and most of all, love. Tanya adored her family immensely and in addition to being a dedicated wife, she was a devoted and loving daughter. Words cannot describe the loss that is felt by her family.

Tanya was an incredible friend and having lived in Wells for her whole life, had developed long-standing, deep connections with so many. She was an amazing person who was genuinely respected, loved and cherished by all who knew her.

While the family has suffered an excruciating loss in Tanya’s death, the community has also lost a truly dedicated citizen. As a lover of animals, Tanya regularly volunteered at local animal shelters; her absence will be felt by both her human and fur friends at the shelters. Perhaps, however, nowhere in the community will the impact of her loss be so great as with the clients of her salon, to whom she was so dedicated, and who she never considered to be anything less than friends and family.

Tanya was predeceased by her father Nelson Edwin Hanson. She is survived by her loving husband Chuck Bragdon; mother Kathy Jo Nichols; stepchildren, Benjamin Bragdon of Bethel and Hannah Bragdon of Portland; cousin Lori Edgerly and husband David of Wells; aunts, uncles, cousins; many nieces and nephews; and her dearest friends.

Her husband would like to extend his gratitude to the incredible people and first responders who assisted at the scene.

Friends and families may pay their respects on Saturday, March 4, 1-4 p.m. at Mike’s Clam Shack, 1150 Post Road, Wells. To leave a message of condolence, visit Tanya’s Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells.

John C. McGuire, 92

WELLS – John C. McGuire, 92, of Wells, formerly of Lakeville, MA, died at his home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, February 12, 2023.

Born January 23, 1931, in Caribou, John was the son of the late John and Eva (Cochran) McGuire. John (Jack) attended the Goodwill Hinckley Schools in Hinckley. He served his country in the United States Navy and went on to be a Letter Carrier for the United States Postal Service in Middleborough, MA, for many years until his retirement. He leaves, to cherish his memory, his wife Lenora of 70 years, and his four children: son John and wife Lisa, daughter Kerry, daughter Sheila and husband Edwin, and son Andrew and partner Sabine. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and thirteen great-grandchildren who loved him dearly. He was predeceased by his brother Warren, and sisters, Margaret,

Dorothy (Susie), and Rachael.

A private burial will be held at the Southern Maine Veterans Cemetery with full military honors. Memorial donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans Association. To leave a message of condolence, visit John’s Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells.

Sylvia G. Nott, 95

KENNEBUNK – Sylvia G.

Nott, 95 years young, a resident of Naples, FL, and most recently, Kennebunk, died peacefully on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at Atria in Kennebunk.

Sylvia was born July 19, 1927 in Brooklyn, Nova Scotia, CA, a daughter of Ralph D. and Beatrice (Gibson) Nott.

She graduated from Windsor Academy in Windsor, Nova Scotia, and went on to graduate from McGill University in Montreal, CA, with a Bachelor of Nursing Degree. In 1971 she received her Master of Science Degree from Boston University School of Nursing. In 1982 she received a Master of Education Degree from Massachusetts State College. Sylvia’s special interest work was in Neuro Chemical Rehabilitation and later in Director of Nursing and Ambulatory Service in New England Deaconess Hospital.

She enjoyed travel and reading.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother

Eric H. Nott. She leaves behind her long-time friend Barbara Cook-Ashby of Naples, FL, and Kennebunk, and her dear “front porch” friends in Maine and Florida, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Per Sylvia’s request, no services will be held. Should friends desire, donations in Sylvia’s memory can be made to the Animal Welfare Society, PO Box 43, West Kennebunk, ME 04094. To leave a message of condolence, visit Sylvia’s Book of Memories at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk.

Deanne L. Wigglesworth, 58

KENNEBUNK – Deanne L. Wigglesworth, age 58, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at home in West Kennebunk.

She was born May 23, 1964, in Natick, MA, to Charles (Ed) Sr. and Mary Ellen (Hayden) Wigglesworth. After graduating as class president at Georges Valley High School in 1982, Deanne went into the food industry as a chef, pursuing her passion for cooking. Years later, after the birth of her son, she would find herself in the medical field, pursuing her passion for people as well.

Dee Dee was known for her spirited and fun personality. She enjoyed music, art and film, traveling to new and exciting places, crafting and cooking her own recipes, and spending time with close friends and family. She had a generous affection for animals, and welcomed numerous cat and dog rescues into her life over the years.

Deanne is survived by her son Miles Wigglesworth; father Charles Wigglesworth Sr.; nephew and niece, Thomas and Alissa Wigglesworth; and many loving friends and family members. She is predeceased by her mother Mary Ellen, and brother, Charles Wigglesworth Jr. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

STATEWIDEApplications for the CDBG Microenterprise Grant Program, facilitated by the Southern Maine Planning

& Development Commission (SMPDC), are available for Maine small businesses. The grant program offers up to $10,000 in forgivable loans to low-to-moderate

income businesses to help them start or grow their enterprise.

Eligibility requirements are as follows: Five or fewer employees including all owners, at time

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Children or spouses of workers injured on the job may benefit from an annual MEMIC scholarship program, now entering its 22nd year.

The MEMIC Group is accepting applications for its Harvey Picker Horizon Scholarship Program, founded in 2001 to offer tuition assistance to children and spouses of workers who were seriously injured at work. MEMIC has awarded more than $242,000 in Horizon Scholarships to 49 students since the program’s inception.

Last year, the program benefited two brothers from Florida, a University of Maine student, and a woman who was completing her undergraduate degree when her father was injured at work and, as she said, “my life took a 180-degree turn.”

MEMIC Group President and CEO Michael P. Bourque said the 2022 recipients shared a dedication to turning around steep challenges by going to work part-time, helping at home, and often putting their own educations and careers on hold.

“Personally, I greatly admire the grit, sacrifice, and tenacity it takes for a young person to put the health and well-being of a stricken family member above their own aspirations,” Bourque said. “We are enthusiastic about helping reward those sacrifices with our Horizon Scholarship program, and thrilled to help turn around a tough situation

with funds that assist them in continuing their higher educations.”

The scholarship is named for former Camden resident Harvey Picker, a renowned physicist, educator, philanthropist, and advocate for education. In 1992, Picker was appointed by then-Gov. John R. McKernan as a member of the Blue-Ribbon Commission on Workers’ Compensation, which led to the formation of MEMIC.

Picker also served as a member of the MEMIC Board of Directors.

Bourque noted that many Horizon Scholarship recipients who witnessed a family member suffer injury or temporarily lose employment went on to use their awards to pursue careers in health care and injury management. “It’s clear the impact the injuries have had on them as people,” he said.

“To see Horizon Scholarships provide a positive counterweight to that impact is gratifying to all of us here at MEMIC.”

“We recognize workers’

compensation can cover medical treatment and a percentage of lost wages but cannot entirely eliminate the stress and strain an injury can cause a family,” Bourque said. “We hope our Horizon Scholarships for higher education help fulfill the aspirations of those whose lives have been disrupted as a result of a workplace injury or death.”

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For more information, visit www.memic.com/horizon or call 1-800-660-1306.

of application; Low to moderate household income for the previous 12 months for all owners and adult household members; Must meet with a business advisor. The application can not be completed without a connection to an advisor; Must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI). The federal government no longer uses DUNS numbers; those who need need more information on obtaining UEI can visit www.sam.gov/content/ duns-uei. An appointed advisor can also help with obtaining a UEI; Cannot have received a previous CDBG grant at the time of application.

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King Appointed to Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee William Fogg Library Receives Grant for New Wing

U.S. Senator Angus King has been appointed to the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee (SVAC). In his announcement, King highlighted America’s commitment to those who served, and pledged to continue focusing on priority issues like preventing veteran suicide and ensuring smoother transitions for service members entering civilian life. The Senator has been a longtime advocate for Maine veterans, and last year, interviewed nine service members as part of the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project.

“America’s veterans have served, sacrificed, and fought for our freedoms and values – because freedom isn’t free. We owe our way of life to these brave men and women and share a collective responsibility as a nation to serve our veterans. That means delivering stronger benefits, addressing the tragic veterans’ suicide crisis, improving transition assistance programs, and ensuring every veteran can access essential services like affordable housing and behavioral healthcare,” said Senator King. “It’s a true honor to join the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee and I look forward to helping address the challenges facing veterans in Maine and across the country. We’ve made a lot of progress over the last few years – including by passing the PACT Act to support veterans exposed to burn pits – but there is more work to be done. Maine’s veterans answered the call for our country, and now it’s time for us to be there for them.”

“It’s an honor to welcome my good friend Senator King to

the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee,” said Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Jon Tester (D-Mont.). “Veterans in Maine and across the country greatly benefit from having Senator King in their corner. I look forward to working together on a number of veterans’ priorities, from implementing historic efforts like the PACT Act, to passing new reforms that will expand veterans’ access to their earned care and benefits, no matter where they live.”

Last year, Senator King conducted nine interviews with Maine veterans as part of the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project, an effort by the Library to collect, preserve and distribute the personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may hear directly from veterans and better understand the realities of war.

The interviews and primary

documents from the project are used by researchers, historians, students, and filmmakers across the country.

Representing one of the states with the highest rates of veterans per capita, Senator King has been a staunch advocate for America’s service members and veterans. He has been among the Senate’s most prominent voices on the need to address veterans suicide, and has repeatedly pressed for action from top Department of Defense officials on this issue. Additionally, he recently spearheaded the passage of legislation to better track and study service member suicides by job assignment. Senator King has also worked to properly honor and recognize the sacrifices of Purple Heart medal recipients, protect veterans from fraud, and expand veteran assisted living services. For more information, visit www.king.senate.gov.

ELIOTThe William Fogg Library in Eliot has received a $40,000 grant towards their Capital Campaign. The library is raising money for a new wing, which will allow them to expand library programs and patron services, and also provide greater resources to the community.

The grant was secured by Trustee Ann Shisler, who was invited to apply through a private family foundation. The donors wish to remain anonymous. Shisler, who also received Eliot’s Fabian Drake Award in December of 2022, which recognized her outstanding civic contributions, wrote about the library’s importance to the community, the schools and patrons of all ages. Ann has a history of commitment to community service. She was also named the Veterans

York Hospital Advances Patient Screening Technology

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With the recent arrival of the 128-Slice Philips Incisive CT Scanner, York Hospital is now providing the latest in imaging technology to patients in Southern Maine and the Seacoast.

The scanner accommodates a wide range of exams and delivers faster, more reliable CT imaging, leading to valuable clinical insights. It uses an advanced X-ray technique known as computed tomography, which enables providers and radiologists to view bones, organs, blood vessels and even the heart in extraordinary detail.

In turn, this helps to diagnose a wide variety of conditions earlier and faster than ever before.

“The Philips Incisive CT Scanner will greatly benefit our medical staff and the patients we care for across our services lines.

In addition, our provider team at Pulmonary Associates of York Hospital is particularly excited for our patients who will benefit from its use for lung cancer screening,” said Mallory Evans, MSN, RN, FNP-C, director of York Hospital’s Lung Nodule Clinic. “With early diagnosis, a lung cancer patient’s chance of survival over 10

years jumps to 92%.”

Additionally, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recommends annual lowdose CT scan screening following a patient-provider discussion for high-risk individuals (ages 50-77 years with a smoking history of more than 20 years), current smokers, or those who have quit within the past 15 years. 87% of eligible Medicare and Medicaid patients are not screened for lung cancer, despite having insurance coverage.

Another advantage of this technology is lower dose CT ca-

of Foreign Wars (VFW) Teacher of the Year for York County, and was a finalist at the state level. VFW annually recognizes the nation’s top classroom elementary, junior high and high school teachers who teach citizenship education topics regularly, and promote America’s history and traditions effectively. Teachers who promote civic responsibility, flag etiquette and patriotism are prime candidates for this award. Shisler has twice brought Wreaths Across America to Eliot, and partnered Eliot’s Elementary School with programming for the event.

The library will be seeking citizen and patron input as it finalizes plans for the new wing so that it may provide the greatest value to the town. For more information, visit www.williamfogglibrary.org.

pability, which means pat ients will be exposed to less radiation during their exams. (CT scanners use X-rays, a form of radiation, to capture images.) This is significant since everyone is exposed to small amounts of environmental radiation, such as cosmic radiation from the sun, naturally occurring radioactive materials in the ground and our bodies, and the radon found in many households. Philips low-dose CT scanning keeps patients’ overall health at the forefront, provides precise images for diagnosis and treatment and improves clinical outcomes. For details, visit www.yorkhospital.com or call 207-351-2385.

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Bill to Help Asylum Seekers Obtain Jobs More Quickly

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In an effort to allow asylum seekers to find employment more quickly and become self-sufficient, Maine legislators introduced the Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023. The legislation would shorten the waiting period before asylum seekers are allowed to receive work authorizations. The bill was co-presented by Senators Susan Collins (R-ME) Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) and supported by Senator Angus King (I-ME).

“Over the span of the last two years, an historic number of asylum seekers have arrived in Portland and other communities after crossing our southern border. These asylum seekers could give a much-needed boost

to Maine businesses that are facing labor shortages, but the lengthy work authorization process prevents them from getting jobs,” said Senator Collins. “Our commonsense legislation would lessen the burden on the budgets of communities hosting asylum seekers, while allowing these individuals and their families to support themselves as they want to do, bringing needed skills to the cities and towns in which they settle.”

“Asylum seekers have long made Maine communities stronger – but current federal law prevents these people from pursuing a job to support their families and contribute to the local economy by imposing a long wait period for work permits,” said

Senator King. “This extended waiting period is holding back Maine’s full economic potential. It prevents asylum seekers from earning a paycheck, pointlessly shrinks the worker pool for businesses in need of employees, and increases the financial burden on local governments. Across the state, I keep seeing ‘Now Hiring’ signs on windows. With Maine facing serious workforce challenges, now is the time to shorten the waiting period for asylum seekers who just want to contribute, work hard, and put food on their table.”

Since asylum seekers cannot currently work to provide for themselves or their families for extended periods of time under existing law, cities and

towns where asylum seekers live are under pressure to support them by using taxpayer funds and volunteer contributions.

The Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023 would allow individuals seeking asylum at ports of entry to be eligible for work authorizations starting 30 days after they apply for asylum, provided their applications are not frivolous; they are not detained; and their identities have been verified, with their names run through the federal government’s terrorist watch lists. By encouraging asylum seekers to enter the country through official ports of entry, this legislation would help create a more orderly asylum application process.

For more information, visit www.collins.senate.gov.

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The Marginal Way Preservation Fund seeks Part-time Associate Director

The Town of Ogunquit Select Board has authorized the Town Manager to work with the MWPF to develop a plan to maximize the use of benches in the Ogunquit community. The Marginal Way Preservation Fund 501(c) (3) non-profit organization is looking to hire a part-time Associate Director who would be responsible for developing the bench program with the Town. This hire would also conduct research, develop reports, and collaborate with key stakeholders to outline the program and develop relationships with interested donor prospects. Please email info@marginalwayfund.org for more information.

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The Marginal Way Preservation Fund seeks Part-time Business Development Director

The Town of Ogunquit Select Board has authorized the use of the front face of the current plaque granite pillars to sell additional plaques spaces. The Marginal Way Preservation Fund 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is seeking to hire a part-time Business Development Director who would be responsible for developing and executing a formal outbound program to share the exciting news with the Marginal Way community of these additional available spaces and to promote the plaque memorial program along the beloved coastal path. The hired BD Director will be responsible for building relationships with donors and oversight of the plaque program. The role will involve donor development, reporting and collaboration with key program stakeholders. Please email info@marginalwayfund.org for more information.

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. . . HISTORY from page 2 like many childhood dreams, this one would fade. Then Bryce discovered that as an architect, he could bring his dual loves of art and building together, and so, his vocation was decided.

Halfway through architecture school at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a fateful trip to Washington D.C. with his father would prove to be a catalyst in his career. While touring historical sites in the area, the young Bryce found himself entranced with the old architecture, and his innate love of old things revealed itself. He realized that preservation architecture was his true calling.

While Waldrop views architecture as our “built environment,” he has a deep appreciation for the natural landscape as well. “I love nature,” he says, “I love the outdoors. Hiking in the mountains is my favorite outlet.” Comparing the built environment with the natural one, he concludes, “I think

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there are a lot of similarities. You are brought into a place where there is a lot of power and fragility at the same time. Whether you are looking at trees, birds, mountains, or buildings, both natural and human impact can alter these things drastically in a short period of time.”

The effects of climate change on both types of landscape deeply distress him. “Climate change,” he says, “affects not just nature, but buildings, communities and neighborhoods.” He is most concerned with our most vulnerable coastal areas, particularly on the East Coast, where our earliest architecture is found. “We are having stronger storms, more extreme weather conditions and sea level rise,” he says. “Our cities must keep studying this issue, and find solutions that will protect these precious buildings going into the future.”

Bryce may not have all the answers to these difficult problems, but he is no stranger to tough challenges. As an Engineer Officer of the U.S. Army Reserve, he served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, something he

describes as “my toughest and most rewarding experience prior to raising my children.” He says, “My time in Iraq brought me face to face with difficult situations. It was very eye-opening.”

About Iraq itself, he says thoughtfully, “We have a lot of preconceived perceptions about countries like Iraq.” He says that while they don’t have the resources of wealthier countries like the United States, they are in many ways similar to us. “They have communities just like ours,” he says, “They have town government, city planners, architects, downtown development plans.”

He adds simply, “They are trying to live a good life.”

Safely at home in York, living his own good life with his wife and 17-year-old twin daughters, Bryce is ever comforted by the presence of the past. “In an old house,” he says, I feel the continuity, the connection to the past and to previous generations.” He goes on to say, “I feel as if we are only temporary stewards of this home. It will be someone else’s home in the future.”

As for his legacy, he reflects for a moment and says, “I hope history will remember me as a husband, a good father, and as having helped people discover history in their own back yard.”

In the meantime, there are a multitude of old houses out there, waiting eagerly to whisper their secrets into the welcoming ear of Bryce Waldrop.

Students Receive Recognition

Siena College, Loudonville, NY

Jordan Collins, from Berwick, was named to the Siena College president’s list for the fall 2022 semester. Students must attain a 3.9 GPA or higher.

University of Maine, Farmington, ME

The University of Maine at Farmington proudly announces its dean’s list for the fall 2022 semester, which includes: Calli Leach of Arundel with high honors; Kate Nowell of Cape Neddick with high honors; Isabella Blumenfeld of Eliot with high honors; Manu Ritchie of Eliot with high honors; Sam Hammar of Kennebunk with high honors; Audrey McEnaney of Kennebunk with high honors; Hazel McEnaney of Kennebunk with high honors; Callister Montembeau of Kennebunk with high honors; Eme Saverese of Lebanon with high honors; Sam Grant of North Berwick with high honors; Noah Mayrose of North Berwick with honors; Jason Moore of North Berwick with honors; Bryanna Bradley of South Berwick with honors; Gabbi Fultz of South Berwick with high honors; Covy Dufort of Wells with honors; Abby Hanson of Wells with high honors; Kira Littlefield of Wells with high honors; Julia Partridge of Wells with high honors; Michael Patnaude of Wells with high honors; Paige Tremblay of Wells with high honors; Jordan Banakos of York with high honors; Henry O’Shaughnessy of York with high honors; and Venus Wright of York with honors.

University of Vermont, Burlington, VT

Trea Hsieh-Lewis from Kennebunk is majoring in animal sciences; Skylar Maloney from Kennebunk is majoring in environmental studies; Owen Marquez from Kennebunk is majoring in neuroscience; Charles Metcalfe from Kennebunkport is majoring in food systems; Mira Hockenhull from South Berwick is majoring in social work; Elizabeth Rakaseder from York is majoring in environmental studies; and Caroline Ross from Kennebunkport is majoring in elementary education for K-6. Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class.

Western New England University, Springfield, MA

Western New England University announced their fall 2022 semester dean’s list which includes Dylan Johnston of Kennebunk, working toward a BA in political science; and Ethan Roy of Kennebunk, working toward a BSE in biomedical engineering.

Wofford College, Spartanburg, SC

Grace Verrill, from South Berwick, has been named to the fall 2022 dean’s list at Wofford College. Students must be enrolled for at least 12 semester hours of graded courses and attain a GPA of 3.6 or higher.

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NORTH BERWICKFrozen Farm Doubles 2023, a disc golf tournament to benefit the Ryan Home Project, is happening this Saturday, March 4, at Hammond Farm DiscGolf, 410 Fox Farm Road, North Berwick. Cash prizes will be awarded for open, amateur, and mixed divisions. Lunch, drinks, and swag bags will be included with entry fees, and drinks will be available.

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11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Lunch, raffles, prizes; 12:30-2:30 p.m. Round 2-18 holes.

Frozen Farm Doubles 2023 is a two round, best shot format, “bring-your-own partner” doubles tournament to benefit the Ryan Home Project. The home provides stable housing for unaccompanied youth in North Berwick, Berwick, and Lebanon. The organization believes that supporting youth in their home communities is the best way to help them feel connected and

cared for. The project strives to create the passion and momentum in other communities to help them create their own version of safe housing. For more information, visit www.theryanhomeproject.org.

Player divisions and entry fees are: $70 per team for amateur and mixed; $50 per team for novice; $90 per team for mixed pro open. Online registration closes March 3 at 8 p.m. To register, visit www.discgolfscene. com/tournaments/Frozen_ Farm_Doubles_2023/register.

New Funding for Acadia Maintenance Facility

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The National Park Service has provided a grant of $32,680,126 to construct a new maintenance complex for Acadia National Park. Nickerson & O’Day, Inc., of Brewer, received the contract to construct the facility. The funding was awarded through the Great American Outdoors Act.

“Acadia is one of our state’s most precious treasures and home to critical wildlife habitat. It is our collective responsibility to preserve its stunning natural beauty,” said Senators Angus King and Susan Collins, in a joint statement. “This funding will make significant improvements to park infrastructure, helping National Park Service

employees tackle maintenance projects that are necessary to protect Acadia for the benefit of current and future generations.

The Great American Outdoors Act was designed to invest in the future of America’s natural wonders – and over the last three years it has done exactly that.”

The new fixed-function maintenance operations complex will be constructed at Acadia National Park’s McFarland Hill headquarters. The site is approximately ten acres in size with a 27,000 square foot building and outbuildings. Work tasks include demolishing and relocating more than 20,000 square feet of unsound park structures. The new maintenance functions include shops, storage, equipment support

spaces, restrooms, locker rooms, offices, workspaces, break rooms, conference rooms, utility support spaces, a fuel station, vehicle storage, employee/staff parking, and a wash bay. The facility has been designed to meet current building code, fire code, accessibility code, and climate change compliance guidelines.

In August 2020, the Great American Outdoors Act, introduced and negotiated by King and cosponsored by Collins, was signed into law. The legislation provides full funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund, and addresses the deferred maintenance backlogs at state and national parks, wildlife refuges, and forest lands. For more information, visit www.doi.gov/gaoa.

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Boys B-Ball Wins Paper City Classic

Front row, left to right: Liam Scully, Cole Reardon, Colby Meyer, and Collin Jean. Back row, left to right: Assistant Coach Nate Jean, James Cole, Dominic Toothaker, Soma Mimura-Elkevizth, Mason Swartz, Robbie Masi, Lincoln Avery, and Head Coach Joe Masi. Not pictured: Stein Eilts.

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The York 3-4th grade boy’s basketball team went a perfect 5-0 in winning the 31st Annual Paper City Classic, held February 24-26.

Following two decisive wins to open tournament play, York earned a 30-28 victory versus Scarborough to earn a bye into the semifinals. James Cole scored a game-high 16 points in the win.

In the semis, York rallied from a 7-point second half deficit for a 28-25 win against Scarborough. Soma Mimura-Elkevizth

sank two free throws with 12 seconds left to give York the lead for good.

In the championship game, York pulled away late for a 35-27 victory versus Cape Elizabeth. Robbie Masi and Dominic Toothaker each made clutch baskets down the stretch to seal the win.

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This new, 52-lot subdivision is surrounded by open space and conservation land. Located near the Ogunquit line, some of the lots offer glimpses of the Atlantic, views of the mountain, and is close to York and Ogunquit beaches, shopping, and attractions. Are you looking for 1st floor living, but space for family and guests?

Here it is… the Garnet Premier, bungalow-style home is well-designed offering 4 BRs, 2-1/2 BAs, open-concept 1st floor with the much sought-after primary with a wonderful BA and large walk-in closet, upscale kitchen with island, granite counters, SS appliances, cozy FP in LR, half BA, laundry, central air, and an attached, 2-car garage. Enjoy the tranquility from your back deck, front porch, or the 4-season room. The 2nd floor offers 3 BRs, full BA, and large, finished bonus room. The large basement provides plenty of storage space. $1,150,000

ELIOT - This custom home on 3.4 acres is a must see! Bring your ideas and dreams to this fantastic location where you have the opportunity to keep the existing cottage filled with natural beams and locally-made bricks from just up the river. Have our own ideas? There is plenty of land on this lot, perfect for your dream home as well! This location is filled with history and is ready for you to create your own memories! $475,000

YORK - An outdoor enthusiast’s dream located in historic, coastal York, Maine! Situated on a dead-end road just steps from the trail heads of Kittery and York Water Districts, with easy access to thousands of acres of protected woodlands and trails all the way to Mt. Agamenticus and beyond. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, snow shoeing, cross country skiing, and trail running. Just minutes to the beaches for surfing, sunbathing, or a walk in the sand, or head down to York River for kayaking or swimming. This sun-drenched, custom post-and-beam style, 3 BR home takes advantage of its southern exposure with an open-concept design that is topped with classic features. The kitchen offers beautiful quartz counters, full size pantry, tile floors, and an oversized island with butcher block top and a prep sink – and flows directly into the dining area and its large wall of windows, HW floors, classic wood stove, and radiant floor heating to keep you toasty. The FR with cathedral ceiling centers around a stunning Rumford-style FP. From here you have easy access to the sun room or expansive deck overlooking the yard that features mature native landscaping. With 1 BR on the 1st floor and 2 BRs on the 2nd, there is no shortage of space, and of course plenty of storage in the full basement and oversized gardener’s shed. Home currently has a 2-BR septic system that can easily be enhanced. Design plan to expand system in hand. $685,000

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KITTERY - Stout columns and a large, covered porch give the Ramsey a decidedly Craftsman facade. This home is equipped with central air, 2-car garage, full basement, front porch, and rear deck. Just inside the home, you’ll notice the open layout of this floor plan. The family room, kitchen, and dining room flow together seamlessly. The primary bedroom includes dual vanities and a huge walk-in closet with pocket door to access the laundry room. Bedrooms #2 and #3 share a centrallylocated hall bathroom and each has its own walk-in closet. $765,000

CAPE NEDDICK - Two acre building lot tucked away off of Route One, yet close to all of the York and Ogunquit amenities, recreation, shopping, and beaches. Bring your plans and builder, and design the home you’ve always desired! With over 200’ of frontage and over 250’ in depth, you’ll find ample room to suit your needs. Excellent opportunity! $175,000

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