WS, June 2, 2023

Berwick Car Show Celebrates 10th Anniversary

BERWICKBerwick Car Show celebrates its 10th year on Sunday, June 4. Always a crowd favorite, this year’s car show promises to pull out all the stops. With over 180 entrants last year, the 2023 car show may host closer to 200 entrants in a variety of model years and categories, running the gamut of cars, trucks, customs, and motorcycles.

Got a ride that’s the family’s pride and joy? Registering for the show is quick and easy, at the bargain price of $5 per vehicle. To avoid waiting lines on the day of, Pre-Registration forms can be

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found at the North Berwick Auto Center, 3 Commercial Dr., Berwick, or at Tri-City Dodge, 189 Route 108, Somersworth, NH.

The annual event is held in downtown Berwick, around the Town Hall, at 11 Sullivan Street and at The Edge, a mixed-use re-

development of Berwick Village by Great Falls Construction. The air will be filled with the sounds of music, and the smells of fresh breakfast sandwiches, while the grills fire up to cook hotdogs, burgers and all the fixings.

The Annual Car Show is a great free family event, where participants can grab something to eat and drink, while strolling around the grounds, meeting and talking with the proud owners. Music by local DJs is guaranteed to take guests down memory lane. The DJs may even take special song requests!

There will be souvenir T-

BonAire! Next Saturday in Ogunquit

BonAire! celebrates all that is Ogunquit – music, art, food, craft, family, and the LGBTQ community. The following is a brief listing of upcoming events, all happening on Saturday, June 10. Admission for all events is free.

At Agamenticus Park, Agamenticus Road: Kick off BonAire! celebrations and see Ogunquit and the ocean from the air aboard the Re/Max hot air balloon. Free flights run 8-10 a.m.

At Main Beach: Live music on the Main Beach stage, an artisan craft fair featuring over 90 vendors, and local food trucks, all happening from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

At Perkins Cove: Visit retailers and restaurants from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for an opportunity to win one of twenty free sailboat cruises. Better yet, “Stroll to the Cove” along the Marginal Way!

At Ogunquit Village School Playground: Come see circus performers entertaining kids of all ages, 12-5 p.m.

shirts and sweatshirts available, and a 50-50 raffle as well.

The festivities will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with plaques awarded to winning entrants around 1 p.m. So, mark calendars now, and plan on coming to Berwick (rain date is Sunday, June 11), for what promises to be the best car show ever !

The Berwick Car Show is hosted by the veterans and auxiliary of Charles S. Hatch Post #79, the American Legion. Proceeds to benefit area veterans and their families. For more information, visit www.berwickmelegionpost79.org or call 207-698-5036.

St., Ogunquit. A free trolley shuttle into town will be available, with stops at Footbridge Beach parking lot, Main Beach, and Perkins Cove. All municipal (except Main Beach) and private parking lots will also be open.

Come join this massive yearly celebration, a fun kick-off to the summer season! For more information and an updated schedule, visit www.ogunquit. org/bonaire-a-celebration-ofogunquit and – save the pull-out section from the center of this week’s Sentinel newspaper!

Parking Pay Stations Ready for Service in York

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The Town of York Department of Public Works (DPW) wishes to remind residents and visitors alike that the seasonal installation of parking pay stations at Ellis Park, Short Sands Village and Long Sands Beach is now fully operational. Activation began on May 15.

Each pay station accepts bills, coins, credit and debit cards, with all fees collected by the York Police Department. The meters will remain in place through midOctober.

On March 27, York Selectboard members reviewed, discussed and approved the gradual phase-out of existing parking

pay stations. This phase-out will begin with the removal of nine physical pay stations. Visitors will find messaging displayed on installed pay stations that include a QR code. The QR code will allow individuals to download an app and pay for their parking using their cell phone.

The reasons behind this move include the very high cost and man hours DPW devotes to maintaining the stations, and the fact that the technology within each unit is reaching the end of its useful lifespan. Supply chain disruptions have not only limited the availability of parts, circuit boards and hardware, but also making them too costly

to replace.

By moving to the parking app there is also a substantial cost savings, as the cell connection and fees imposed by the pay station manufacturer will be eliminated.

Residents and visitors will have the option of paying for parking using their cell phones with the app from the mobile company, PANGO. DPW did a test run last fall with the PANGO app and found it to be successful and easy to use. The interaction is very similar to the way the current pay stations work.

The town realizes that this

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Free parking available at the Molly Trolley Depot, 724 Main

Traip Academy Announces Commencement Speaker Congdon’s After Dark Open Again

KITTERYTraip Academy Principal

John Drisko is pleased to announce that Admiral Sandy Stosz, U.S. Coast Guard (ret.), will offer the keynote address at this year’s commencement.

Admiral Stolz started out in the U.S. Coast Guard as an ensign serving aboard polar icebreakers, conducting national security missions from the Arctic to the Antarctic. Her forty year career was filled with leadership lessons gleaned while breaking ice and breaking glass as the first woman to command an icebreaker on the Great Lakes and to lead a U.S. armed forces service acad-

emy. Along the way Admiral Stosz served for 12 years at sea commanding two ships and led

large Coast Guard organizations during times of crisis and complexity. While commanding the cutter Reliance she and her crew patrolled off the coast of New York City following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. She finished her career as the first woman assigned as Deputy Commandant for Mission Support, directing one of the Coast Guard’s largest enterprises.

Following her retirement from the Coast Guard, Admiral Stosz established the Sandra L Stosz, LLC, focused on leadership and leader development. “We are honored to have Sandy speak to the Class of 2023”, said John Drisko, Principal of Traip Academy. “She will share her practical knowledge of leadership qualities which will help guide our graduates in their future.”

Commencement is set for Friday, June 9 at 5 p.m. at Fort Foster Park in Kittery. A ticket is required for admission. In the event of inclement weather, Commencement will be held at Traip Academy. For more information, call 207-439-1121.

WELLSNew England’s favorite food truck park, Congdon’s

After Dark, kicked off its seventh season on May 25 with several new food trucks, a fresh lineup of fundraisers, more live music, and Maine craft beer.

The food truck park, located outside Congdon’s Doughnuts in Wells, is host to 8-10 food trucks each night, Thursday through Sunday until late June, when the park will then open daily, remaining open into the fall.

The park opened with three trucks in 2017 and has grown to host nearly 30 trucks each season, quickly becoming one of the Seacoast area’s favorite dining experiences among visitors and locals alike.

“Each year we work on ways to improve the park and the overall guest experience, and we can’t wait to get started again,” said Gary Leech, who owns Congdon’s with his wife Diane. “We have a lot of great things in store this year.”

Among the changes for 2023 are several new food trucks

featuring menus like fried chicken, waffles, fusion tacos, comfort food, empanadas, artisan grilled cheese and seafood. Other improvements include more seating, better lighting, and live music most nights.

The park’s beer garden will continue to feature its “Maine Menu,” with dozens of rotating craft beers from Maine breweries, including two made with Congdon’s doughnuts. Saco’s Barreled Souls Brewing Company will brew a stout featuring a new doughnut flavor, to be announced. Westbrook’s Mast Landing Brewing Company will brew Honey Dip Blonde, a blonde ale made with Congdon’s famous honey dip doughnuts.

The park’s weekly fundraiser, Tithing Tuesdays, begins Tuesday, June 27, helping nonprofit organizations. The park will once

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Towns of Kennebunk & Kennebunkport Updates

Climate Action Survey

The town of Kennebunk is working to create a Climate Action Plan to help protect the town’s most vulnerable areas, contribute to slowing sea level rise, and help the community adapt to climate change. Survey available at www. surveymonkey.com/r/kennebunkclimate. FMI: www.kennebunkmaine.us/captf.

Well Water Testing Available

Free well water test kits for Kennebunkport residents are available at the Public Health Office.

PFAS testing kits also available.

FMI: www.kennebunkportme. gov/public-health-department/

community-health/pages/wellwater-testing-and-maintenance or 207-467-3478.

Town of Ogunquit Updates

Transfer Station Hours

The Transfer Station is now open five days a week, TuesdaysSundays, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. This new schedule will begin Sunday, June 4. The facility is closed on all holidays except July 4 and Labor Day.

Splash into Spring

Best of Ogunquit Fundraiser

For every $20 donation, participants may win one of more than 35 “Best of Ogunquit” prizes, including stays at oceanfront resorts and inns, theatre and live

entertainment tickets, dinners for two at area restaurants, and gift cards to small businesses. One prize giveaway per day on Facebook, through June 25. An excellent opportunity to support efforts to improve the town. FMI: www. paypal.com/donate/?hosted_but ton_id=yvnl5gpg2zdwj.

Dogs Prohibited from Beaches

Dogs are now prohibited from all Ogunquit beaches. Current regulations on dog access to the beach are in place primarily to protect the endangered nesting piping plovers. The Town of Ogunquit has signed a Beach Management Contract with Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, formalizing guidelines to safeguard the birds during their mating and nesting season. The restricted dates for dogs on the beach coincide with the mating season.

Town of Wells Updates

Cablecast Awards Ceremony

The Wells-Ogunquit CSD 37th Annual Literary Achievement Awards ceremony that took place on April 27 will be broadcast on Spectrum Cable Channel 3 in Wells and Ogunquit on Sunday, June 4. This year, 237 K-12 grade students entered the creative writing contest, with 67 of them placing. FMI: www.k12wocsd.net/ community/literary-awards.

Absentee Ballots Available Deadline to request an absentee ballot without a special circumstance is June 8 at 4 p.m. The Registrar of Voters will register voters in the Town Clerk’s Office at 208 Sanford Rd., Wells during regular business hours, Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Tuesday, June 6 until 6 p.m. FMI: 207-646-2882.

Friday, June 2

Overeaters Anonymous

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.

Saturday, June 3

Church Yard Sale

8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Union Congregational Church, 18 Church St., York Beach. Hot dogs, chili, meatball subs, desserts, baked goods, and more! Treasures for all. New merchandise as well as “new-to-you” items. FMI: tinlzzy9@gmail.com or 207-363-4821.

Friends of Mt. Agamenticus Raffle Drawing

2 p.m. at the Summit of Mt. A. Raffle to raise funds for new signage and improvements. Package valued at $2,000, raffle tickets available at York Parks & Rec/ Grant House, Route 1, York; Eldredge Lumber & Hardware, Route 1, York, Saturdays 10-2; Kennebunk Savings Bank, Route 1, Ogunquit. FMI: www.agementiucs.org.

Dine at York Elks Lodge

5 p.m., every Saturday in June, at York Elks Lodge #2788, Route 1, Cape Neddick. $10 per person. Food varies each week: Tacos and chili on June 3. Reservations requested at 207-361-2788.

Sunday, June 4

Bushcraft: Lighting the Fire

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dick. Next in the Center for Wildlife’s educational series, “Going Wild,” is “Bushcraft: Lighting the Fire.” For ages 10 and up, the program requires the ability to navigate uneven, forested terrain. Sturdy, waterproof footwear and gear recommended. FMI: www. thecenterforwildlife.org/events.

Kittery Community Market

Opening Day

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at KCM, 10 Shapleigh Rd., Kittery. Over 35 vendors! Jake Davis and the Whiskey Stones perform live music from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Scavenger hunt for the kids, using “Kid’s Power of Produce” vouchers to purchase fresh produce from vendors. Tributary Brewing Company and the Blue Mermaid are giving out $5 vouchers to their first 100 customers to shop the vendors. FMI: kitterycommunitymarket@gmail.com.

Guest Worship Leader

10:15 a.m. at Union Congregational Church in York Beach. Rev. Dr. Marisa Laviola will lead worship. Rev. Laviola is the Maine Confer-

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ence Minister of the UCC. All are invited to come hear her message.

Sound Meditation with Peggo Horstmann Hodes

2-3 p.m. at The Dance Hall Kittery, 7 Walker St., Kittery. By donation, live or by ZOOM. Using crystal bowls, percussion, and voice, Peggo uses the power of vibration to clear stuck energy in the body to bring back home to true nature. Bring: layers to lie on and cover up with, chairs are also available. FMI and to register: vibrantvoice@ gmail.com.

Tuesday, June 6

Free Admission Day 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., at Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Thanks to generous support from William Lord of York and the Mrs. James Sage Coburn Fund, visits to the Museum are free every Tuesday through December. FMI: www.brickstoremuseum.org.

Native Soul Rock Concert

6:15 p.m., at the Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. JJ Otero, Navajo/Hopi, visits Maine from New Mexico to

play his award-winning Indigenous soul rock alongside interwoven storytelling. JJ is also a jewelrymaker who will be exhibiting his work at Home & Away Gallery. Concert supported by Home & Away Gallery. FMI and to register: www.brickstoremuseum.org or 207-985-4802.

Wednesday, June 7

All Eras Race Car Show

4-7 p.m. at Bentley’s Saloon, 1601 Portland Road, Arundel. The event is free to attend. FMI: www.bentleyssaloon.com or 207-985-8966.

Annual Summer Kickoff & “Minute to Win It” Challenge

5-8 p.m. Hosted by York Region Chamber of Commerce at Lobster in the Rough, 1000 Route 1, York. Live music by the Chris Fitz Band, cornhole, bocci, horseshoes, and “Minute to Win It” based on a competitive TV game show. Register by noon on June 6 at $15 per person, at the gate is $20 per person, includes 10 raffle tickets, children 12 and under free when accompanied by a parent. To register a team for the game show, call 207-363-4422. Proceeds

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support the chamber, a 501(c)6 nonprofit organization. FMI: www. gatewaytomaine.org.

STAR Theatre Free Lecture

Series: J. Dennis Robinson

At 6 p.m., Portsmouth, NH, writer J. Dennis Robinson will be speaking at the STAR Theater, 120 Rogers Road, Kittery, about the “making of” his collection of published books. He will also preview his newest myth-buster, “1623: The Forgotten Arrival and Strange Disappearance of New Hampshire’s Founding Family.” Free and open to the public. Pre-registration is required at www.kitterycommunitycenter.org or call 207-439-3800.

Thursday, June 8

“Mornings at the Museum”

Children’s Program

10-11 a.m. at the Historical Society of Wells and Ogunquit, 938 Post Rd., Wells. Enjoy stories, a fun museum scavenger hunt (with prizes), and a take-home craft. The theme is “Flags Over Maine.” Learn about the state’s flag and craft “historic” Maine flags. Program is free, donations accepted. FMI: 207-646-4775 or

info@wohistory.org.

Gooch’s Beach

Plein Air Drawing

3 p.m. at the Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Sketch “in the open air.” All levels welcome. Join artist and instructor Suzanne Demeo to learn how to draw complex forms in plein air. Draw on location at Gooch’s Beach. $35 per session. FMI and to register: www.brickstoremuseum.org or call 207-985-4802.

Saturday, June 10

Historic District Tour

At Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Explore the history of the elaborate and historic homes that line Kennebunk’s Summer Street neighborhood in Downtown Kennebunk. Led by Museum tour guide. $10 per person/$5 for members. FMI and to register: www.brickstoremuseum.org or 207-985-4802.

KCT Plant Sale Fundraiser

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Kennebunkport Conservation Trust

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Safe Haven Humane Society Junebug’s Beach House Raising Funds for Shelters

Uno (the gray tabby) and Scrabble (the orange), are neutered brothers, less than two years old. They are waiting to add fun and games to the family. Scrabble is talkative, affectionate and playful, and loves to play with his catnip toys.

Uno follows his brother’s lead, and is becoming more outgoing and social. Once Uno relaxes, he enjoys the same games as his brother. These kitties are beautiful, young, healthy and will be a great addition to a catloving household.

Uno and Scrabble will be great with respectful children who want to engage in cat games. Everyone will love to snuggle and relax with them.

Happy summer to everyone! Please be on the lookout for kittens wandering around, and strays looking for water and food. Stray mother cats are faced with the demands of motherhood PLUS hunting for food. They need all the help they can get.

If you see a litter of kittens wandering around, or a stray that looks pregnant, be sure to call Safe Haven or another NoKill shelter.

Last week’s featured kitty, “The Survivor,” is eating and recovering from his surgery. His two fractured teeth have been extracted, his ear has been surgically repaired, and the bullet inside him was removed.

Nothing will cure The Survivor’s fear and lack of trust toward people, except for lots of love and time, and that is just what the shelter’s volunteers are providing. Time will heal his scratched up face and sutured areas, and when he is fully recovered he will be truly stunning young man!

The Survivor is long haired, orange and white, with a face that will melt any heart. To anyone who suspects any animal cruelty, Safe Haven urges them to please report it to the town’s police or Animal Control Officer.

The other kitty rescued recently, Mulan, is recovering well, in a comfortable and roomy “recovery tent” at the Cattail Farmhouse. She has received physical therapy and is expecting to have a full recovery from her broken femur.

Currently there are mother cats with their kittens in both

birthing suites, and it is so remarkable to see how fast these little ones change from week to week. One young pregnant kitty, Mae, gave birth a couple weeks earlier than expected, but mama seems to know exactly what she has to do to care for her wee, helpless newborns.

Everyone is busy at Safe Haven. The staff works hard, and extra help is always appreciated. Safe Haven welcomes volunteers, even if all a volunteer can give is two hours a month. There are two busy shelters, along with a three-story shop/ barn, that all need constant attention. Safe Haven can schedule volunteers to work the shop or the shelters, for light housekeeping, or for helping with heavy items.

Donations are always greatly appreciated, and help keep the mission running! Checks can be mailed to Safe Haven, PO Box

KENNEBUNKPORTJunebug’s Beach House is reaching out to the community at large once again, and is hoping everyone can help them again spread the word about one of their “Love Four Paws” fundraisers. The staff and owners at Junebug’s are passionate about rescue, and part of their mission is to help dogs and cats in need.

Owners Elysa and Tricia began the “Love Four Paws” program in 2012 and to date, with the amazing help of area supporters, have donated over $30,000, to area shelters and rescue programs. The shop is named after one of their sweet rescues, June, who they lost last year, along with her sister, May; both had battled cancer. It is more important now than ever to everyone at Junebug’s to continue their work in their memory.

Some ongoing fundraisers include their “quote me” cuff

91, Wells, ME 04090, or online by going on the website. Quality items can always be donated to the shop at 1784 Post Road in Wells on Saturdays 12-3 p.m., and Tuesdays 4-7 p.m. The shop is open seven days a week, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thank you!

bracelets, and “all animals deserve a chance” art tea towels. New to this year, Junebug’s is offering adorable and fun pet lover tote bags. Junebug’s is proud to be working with a Maine maker, Salt + Fare. The 19.5” x 14” cotton canvas totes are available in two designs, “More Dogs, Less People,” and “The best things in life are rescued,” and are $22 each. As with every “Love Four Paws” fundraiser, 100% of the proceeds are donated to non-profit rescue organizations.

The totes, along with Junebug’s other fundraising items, are available at their Kennebunkport shop, at 15 Ocean Avenue. The team is always happy to ship to anywhere in the United States.

Junebug’s Beach House thanks the community for the continuing support to their fundraising efforts! For more information, visit the shop or go to www. junebugsbeachhouse.com.

Berwick Public Library

Paint Night

Tuesday, June 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Jim Wiren from Art With a Splash will teach how to create a “Coastal Sunrise” painting step by step. All materials will be supplied, but space is limited, registration required.

Julia Jones Exhibit

The paintings of Julia Jones are on exhibit though June. Jones describes herself as an “emerging artist,” after spending 30 years in the U.S. Navy.

Berwick Walkers

Mondays at the library. Each week, Berwick Walkers will step off on a different route about Berwick. Sponsored by Berwick for a Lifetime.

For More Information

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

D.A. Hurd Library

Birding Backpacks

York County Audubon Birding

Backpacks are available at the library for patrons of the Martha Sawyer Community, Lebanon, South Berwick Public, Berwick Public, and D.A. Hurd libraries to borrow for a week at a time. A special thanks to York County Audubon for their generosity.

Scavenger Hunt

Changes monthly. Win a free book from book sale books!

Stop. Sit. And... Read Color, play a game, make a craft, etc. Drop-in the Children’s room.

Hand and Machine Sewing

Thursdays, 1:30-3 p.m.

For More Information

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

Kennebunk Free Library

Using Facebook Securely Wednesday, June 7 at p.m., with the National Digital Equity Center. Class designed to teach current Facebook account holders how to use Facebook more securely, how to understand privacy options, and how to change privacy options for the information shared. Bring a phone, tablet, or laptop, along with login information. Registration suggested.

Unleashing Creativity

Saturday, June 10 at 10 a.m.

Workshop to encourage the creative spirit, based on the book, “Unleashing Creativity - An Inspirational Awakening,” by local creatives Helen Rousseau, Hilary Zayed, Mary Carol Kennedy, Kerry Kenney, and Heather Bruhl. Participants will hear excerpts from the book, receive creative exploration prompts/questions, and will create creativity journey boards. Books available for sale at the workshop. Participants can bring images and words to add to their boards. Registration required, space limited.

Spanish Conversation

Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Practice conversational Spanish with educator and native Spanishspeaker Eva Hernandez. Eva is looking forward to getting to know people in the community through this new program. Registration is appreciated but not required. This program is free and wheelchair accessible.

For More Information

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

Ogunquit Memorial Library

Ogunquit Garden Club

Saturday, June 10 at 2:30 p.m. This is an exploratory meeting to gauge interest in beginning a gardening club in Ogunquit.

June Book Club

Tuesday, June 20 at 10:30 a.m. We will be discussing “Deacon King Kong,” by James McBride. Please contact the library if attending.

Story Hour on the Lawn Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m., beginning June 6. Bring a blanket to the library lawn and hear a story, move, do an activity. Program for ages 2-6, siblings are always welcome.

For More Information

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

Rice Public Library

Story Time

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

LEGO Club

Wednesdays at 4 p.m. on the second floor. For builders ages 5-12. Casual, drop-in building and play. All that is needed is

imagination!

Teen Crafternoon

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

For More Information

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

South Berwick Public Library

Book Discussion

Wednesday, June 7 at 6 p.m. This month’s read is “Dream Girl,” by Laura Lippman. Copies available at the front desk.

LEGO Club

Thursdays, 1-4 p.m.

For More Information

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

Wells Public Library

Great Decisions

Friday, June 2 at 10:30 a.m. Join other community members for lively and informative discussions on the major global issues of our time. This month’s topic is “Iran at a crossroads.” Briefing books may be purchased online at fpa. org/great_decisions or facebook. com/greatdecisions.

Library Open House

The Wells Public Library Board of Trustees will be sponsoring a summer open house, which will be held on Saturday, June 10, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Serving the Wells community for 45 years, the library has been a key stakeholder providing a variety of resources such as books, magazines, programs, meeting spaces and newly acquired hotspot technology.

French Conversation

Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. An informal approach to practicing or re-learning French! Anyone with a French Language interest can participate. Venez parler français avec nous!

For More Information

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

William Fogg Library

Rug Raffle

The library is raffling off a handhooked rug donated by Karen Crane. Tickets are $10 apiece, available at the library.

Book Sale Continues

“Wabi-sabi: Finding Beauty in the Imperfect” Exhibit

KENNEBUNKThe Japanese concept of wabi-sabi, which celebrates that which is imperfect, transient, aged, or incomplete, is the theme of the June exhibit at The Speers Gallery, located on the lower level of the Kennebunk Free Library at 112 Main St., Kennebunk. “Wabi-sabi: Finding Beauty in the Imperfect,” is an exhibition of photography by Maine resident Elizabeth T. Schoch.

“The idea of wabi-sabi resonates with me,” Schoch explained. “Wabi-sabi encourages us to see beauty in the imperfect. It reshapes our expectations of what beauty is. I view my subjects as perfectly imperfect.” Schoch, a self-taught photographer and artist, is a retired writer who resides in Biddeford.

The book sale runs until June 30.

Summer Reading

Saturday, June 10 at 1 p.m. Kick off with an ice cream social on the library lawn! Everyone is invited to bring a picnic lunch, and enjoy an ice cream cone and entertainment from comedy juggler Bryson Lang.

Weekly/Ongoing

Story Time Schedules

Baby/Toddler: Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.; School Age: Thursdays at 2 p.m.; World Citizens: Saturdays, once a month at 10:30 a.m. International stories and songs that feature a different country each month. Next World Citizens will be Saturday, June 3.

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

York Public Library

Author Talk: Ann Beattie

Tuesday, June 6, 7-8 p.m. Author Ann Beattie will read a selection of her essays. Ann Beattie, a master storyteller, has been delighting readers since the publication of her short stories in the 1970s and her first novel, “Chilly Scenes of Winter.” Registration required.

Virtual Talk: Mike Rucker

She is the author of “The Everything Digital Photography Book,” first edition.

Schoch’s photos and gelatin prints have been on display at various venues in Southern Maine, including Engine in Biddeford, Brick Store Museum holiday shop in Kennebunk, Fa-Fa Gallery in Portland, and Dyer Library in Saco, among others. She is a regular participant of the monthly Reader’s Choice group at Kennebunk Free Library.

“Wabi-sabi: Finding Beauty in the Imperfect” runs through June 30. The public is invited to an opening reception on Saturday, June 3, 2-4 p.m. The exhibit can be viewed during regular library hours when the gallery is not in use for library programs. For more information, visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.

Wednesday, June 7, 4-5 p.m. virtually. Dr. Mike Rucker will read from “The Fun Habit: How the Disciplined Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life.” It is an inspiring and motivational guidebook that helps reap the benefits fun can offer. He is an organizational psychologist and charter member of the International Positive Psychology Association.

Library at Center for Wildlife

Thursday, June 8, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join York Public Library at Center for Wildlife Nature Center, 375 Mountain Rd., Cape Neddick. A special meet-and-greet with Ambassador Henry, a North American Porcupine. Participants can explore the Nature Center afterwards. Center for Wildlife is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to cultivate and strengthen relationships between humans, wildlife and the environment resulting in a healthier, more sustainable community. This is a free program.

Center for Wildlife at Library

Thursday, June 8, 4-5 p.m. Meet Center for Wildlife Ambassador Lucy, an Eastern Screech Owl and some of her reptilian companions! This program is for all ages. Center for Wildlife is a private, non-profit organization whose mission is to cultivate and strengthen relationships between humans, wildlife and the environment resulting in a healthier, more sustainable community.

Art Exhibit: “Studio Works”

Through June 30. Barbara Adams, Peter Cady, Tom Glover and Dustan Knight enjoy sharing the challenges of creating abstract paintings. “Studio Works” is a glimpse inside their creative world. Each artist has selected a range of artwork from their studios, both older and newer pieces, that celebrates their range and abilities.

Italian Conversation

6:30 - 8 p.m. Parliamo Italiano!

Casual conversation in Italian. Suitable for those with intermediate to advanced conversational skills in the Italian language. This group meets monthly. Next meeting, Tuesday, June 6.

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

A Royal Affair: Paddington Bear Children’s Tea

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The first annual Paddington Bear Children’s Tea will be celebrated on Sunday, June 4 at the Fogg House, 116 Old Road, Eliot. The tea celebrates the Queen’s June birthday. There will be two seatings, one at 1:30 p.m. and again at 3:30 p.m.

All area children and their adult caregivers are hereby invited to attend the celebration! Each child attending is invited to stop by the library prior to the event to

pick up their own crown craft kit, to be worn to the event.

The menu for the day features some of Paddington Bear’s favorite treats, including marmalade sandwiches, Nutella “sushi” rolls, fruit skewers, peanut butter and marshmallow fluff sandwiches, cupcakes, sugar cookies, and many other delights, plus glasses of strawberry “bubble” tea. The library does regret they cannot accommodate any food requests or restrictions. There will also be

The Prince Project Talk at KFL

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Nine years ago, historian Vana Carmona discovered the gravestone of a man named Prince, near several of her family’s grave plots. After learning that Prince was in fact a slave owned by her ancestors, she embarked on a historical quest to find others like him. She soon found out that enslavement in Maine was more common than she had previously believed. Vana also discovered during her research that many of the founding fathers were also complicit in human trafficking from Africa.

Carmona subsequently founded The Prince Project, a database of almost 2000 people of color who lived in Maine prior to 1800. The result has been a unique understanding of Maine’s enslavement history, as well as that of New England. Vana’s goal is to help rewrite the historical narratives of New England, and Maine in particular. She will be at the

Kennebunk Free Library on Tuesday, June 6 at 6 p.m. to discuss her research. Vana has done presentations on her work at various local historical societies, libraries and schools throughout the state. In addition, she is a docent/guide for several historic sites in the Portland area, including Maine Historical Society and Spirits Alive at the Eastern Cemetery in Portland. Eastern Cemetery is the oldest public burial ground in Portland, and has two sections of African American graves.

Carmona is a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College, and completed her Masters of Liberal Arts, focusing on Medieval History, at California State University/Sacramento.

The program is free and wheelchair accessible. The Kennebunk Free Library is located at 112 Main Street in Kennebunk. For more information, email kfl@ kennebunklibrary.org or call 207985-2173.

During tea, each child will receive a commemorative Paddington Tea button, Paddington hat and other souvenirs.

Because this is a royal affair, children are encouraged to wear their birthday party best. Attendees are also encouraged to wear their crown creations!

There will also be a raffle of a Paddington Bear and Paddington Book Treasury. The raffle is open to anyone, with prize

drawings on Tuesday, June 30. Tickets are $1 each, six for $5, or an “arm’s length” for $10. Raffle

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tickets can be purchased ahead of a special Storytime, held before the tea.

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Choro! From Brazil to Maine

KITTERYChoro Das 3, the acclaimed Choro band from Brazil, will be

performing two upcoming concerts in Maine. The Saturday, June 10 concert will be at Mayo

Street Arts in Portland, and the The Sunday, June 11 concert will be at Kittery Dance Hall. Choro Das 3 will be joined by Maine’s own Choro Louco.

Choro is an enormously appealing musical style of instrumental Brazilian popular music which originated in 19th century Rio de Janeiro. Despite its name, which translates to mean “cry” or “lament,” the music often has a fast and happy rhythm. It is characterized by virtuosity, improvisation and subtle modulations, and is full of syncopation and counterpoint. Choro is considered the first characteristically Brazilian genre of urban popular music. The serenaders who play choros are known as chorões.

Choro has had a resurgence of popularity around the world over the last thirty years. Choro is virtuosic, yet highly accessible and distinctly Brazilian.

Choro Das 3 is a trio of three sisters from Sao Paulo, Brazil, who are highly regarded as some of the best choro musicians in the world. In Brazil, the sisters have been featured on national television, have played for the president, and have played for huge audiences at multiple national music festivals. The band toured the U.S. annually from 2013 to 2019, playing concert venues, festivals and universities from coast to coast. They have also toured internationally, releasing 11 CDs. Choro Das 3 were recently named finalists for best Choro group in the Brazilian national Prêmio Profissionais da Música (Music Professionals Award). Elisa, the youngest sister, was named finalist as best female composer as well.

Of the three sisters in the band, Corina (family name Meyer Ferreira), plays flute and piccolo, Lia plays acoustic seven- string guitar, and Elisa, who writes many of the tunes, plays mandolin, clarinet, banjo, piano and accordion. From the time of the band’s founding, their father, Eduardo, played percussion. Tragically, Eduardo died from COVID-19

early in the pandemic. This will be the band’s first U.S. tour since the pandemic.

Choro Louco was formed in Portland in 2013 by a group of musicians who have all established themselves as virtuosos in other genres – ranging from classical music and jazz, to Celtic, klezmer and Middle Eastern music. The band members are Carl Dimow (guitar, flute, bass flute), Nicole Rabata (flute), David Newsam (eight-string guitar, mandolin) and Eric LaPerna (pandeiro, bongos).

For both shows, Choro Louco will play an opening set, with Choro Das 3 playing the headlining set. The musicians from both bands will join forces for a few final numbers.

Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door. For more information about the Mayo Street Arts show, visit www.ticket tailor.com/events/mayostreet arts/902737. For more information about the Kittery Dance Hall show, visit www.thedancehallkittery.org/events or www. portsmouthnhtickets.com/event s/choro-das-3-w-choro-louco-611-2023.

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time at the library, or during tea on June 4.

Tickets to Paddington Bear Children’s Tea are $20 for adults, and $10 per child, and are at the William Fogg library. For more information, visit www.williamfogglibrary.org or call 207-4399437.

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Pride Garden Party at Sarah Orne Jewett House

SOUTH BERWICKCelebrate Pride month in South Berwick with the Pride Garden Party at the Sarah Orne Jewett House Museum, Friday, June 9, 4-6 p.m. In partnership with Equality Maine and Seacoast Outright, Historic New England presents a late 19thcentury garden party, celebrating LGBTQ historical icons Sarah Orne Jewett and Annie Fields.

The party will feature cocktails and appetizers, live music, and first-floor tours of the Jewett House. Professional actresses will portray the roles of Sarah Orne Jewett (Amy Desrosiers), her partner Annie Fields (Maggie O’Neill), and their dear friend, the artist Sarah Wyman Whitman (Jenry Towle). Famed magician Jonathan Harrington (Andrew Pinnard of Absolutely Magic) will perform a 19th century magic show, and a 19th century tarot card reader (Mackenzie

O’Connor) will tell fortunes, all in the lovely and welcoming setting of the garden and grounds.

Jewett shared a mutually nurturing and loving relationship with Fields, ending only with the death of Sarah in 1909.

In 2018, Historic New England reinterpreted the site to focus on Jewett’s life, work, and relationship with Fields.

The party is a partnership between Historic New England, Equality Maine, and Seacoast Outright, and is generously sponsored by Kennebunk Savings, Southern Maine Agency on Aging, Coffee By Design, Edward Jones, Mark Lawrence, P. Gagnon, and Lassel Architects.

For 30 years, Seacoast Outright has been one of the only specific resources available to LGBTQ youth in the Seacoast area. Service to the community began in 1993, when a group of

concerned parents and community members met at a conference at UNH, where the idea for the organization was sparked. Through educational programs, annual Pride celebrations, and youth/parent support groups, the mission has always been to create a safe space for young adults to

explore gender and sexuality in a welcoming and understanding environment.

Equality Maine is the oldest and largest statewide organization dedicated to creating a fair and just society for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer Mainers. The mission is to protect and advance full equality by creating an inclusive movement

through political action, community building, education, engagement and collaboration.

General admission to the Garden Party is $25, and $10 for Network for Older Adults members and Historic New England members (www.historicnewengland.org). For more information and tickets, visit www.equalitymaine.org/gardenparty2023.

Yankee Communities Annual Yard Sale

3 Locations off US Route 1 in Kittery

• Yankee Commons (off Idlewood Ln)

• Yankee Settlement (off Idlewood Ln)

• Yankee Green (off Cutts Rd)

Saturday June 10th 8 am to 2 pm

Watch for signs!

Rain Date: Sunday, June 11th

Ventriloquist

Ryan Hebert Sinatra & Standards

Bob Marley

Opening Day at the Counting House Museum

SOUTH BERWICKThe Counting House Museum opens for the season on Saturday, June 3, 1-4 p.m. To celebrate the opening, a special program, “Footprints of the Past,” will take place at the landing next

to the museum. Ever wondered what the Landing neighborhood was like when the Portsmouth Manufacturing Company’s four-story mill dominated the landscape? Guests will explore the footprints of the

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people and buildings of the past in the textile industry, from farm to factory. This event will feature conversations with character actors, demonstrations, short tours, images, and other activities designed to deepen the understanding and appreciation of our local history. The program will run 1-3 p.m. The program and the museum admission are free to the public, donations are gratefully accepted.

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The Old Berwick Historical Society’s 2023 exhibit explores the material culture of early domestic textile arts and the tools used to produce linen and woolen cloth in rural New England homesteads. Material goods provide a window into standards of living, self-sufficiency, economic diversification, and the transition from frontier life to settled communities.

The specialized tools used to process flax and wool, and the

spinning wheels and looms on display, reveal the necessary individual skills and the collaborative family roles in creating yarn and cloth. Co-curated with Ruth Greene-McNally, loans primarily from the collection of guest curators Peter and Nancy Cook, and selections from the permanent collection of the Old Berwick Historical Society, reflect the art of creating homespun textiles in common use throughout the 18th century.

The Counting House Museum is open through October, on Saturdays and Sundays, 1-4 p.m. For more information visit www.oldberwick.org or call 207-384-0000.

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Explore Ogunquit’s maritime past, art, and cultural history at the Ogunquit Heritage Museum (OHM), at the Captain James Winn House, 86 Obeds Lane, Ogunquit. The 2023 season opened June 1 and will continue through October 31.

The museum is excited to present “Don Gorvett, an Ogunquit Journey, 1968 to Present,” an exhibit of selected early etchings, paintings, and woodcuts recalling his years in Ogunquit. Gorvett is acclaimed for his reduction woodcuts recording maritime subjects, with Ogunquit being an essential experience to his development as an artist. Patricia Dateo, president of the Friends of the Ogunquit Heritage Museum, states, “We are absolutely thrilled to exhibit Don’s work. He’s lived here. He expresses the spirit of the place, the cove, the dunes, the village, and those fantastic clouds. Akin to Charles Woodbury, who ‘painted in verbs,’ Don’s work is vibrant and expressive.” Dateo also notes that Gorvett is a vital part of Ogunquit’s art heritage. “He’s not only important as an artist, he’s also a member and former president of the Ogunquit Art Association.”

Gorvett arrived in Ogunquit in 1968, the summer preceding his studies at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. His purpose was to isolate himself and concentrate on painting. Through the encouragement of his high school teacher Elinor Marvin and long-time Ogunquit resident Annabelle Lewis, who offered a one-room cabin to him, Don continued his many secluded summers in Ogunquit. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Gorvett could be spotted painting along the Marginal Way, in the dunes and marshes, or traveling through town on his bicycle with a wet canvas mounted to the French easel carried on his back. In addition to painting, he explored printmaking techniques in his Berwick Road cabin and in the 1990s, now a full-time Ogunquit resident, he established his printmaking studio on Chestnut Road.

Gorvett’s reduction woodcuts are complex colorful tapestries of his surroundings, which are greatly influenced by his passions for history, music, and the activities of working harbor towns. “In art, my idea is not to illustrate what I see. Instead, I seek to disassemble what is before me, rearranging and interpreting my subject. Picture-making is of little interest to me.” He asserts, “It is not my goal to remind people of what they already know, but

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Ready, Set, Go! Bring Out the Annuals, Biennials and Perennials

By Cheryl Farley Contributing Writer

Memorial Day has come and gone, now is the time to plant annuals, perennials, and biennials without worry of frost damage. So, bring out the tomatoes, petunias, cucumbers, agapanthus and whatever else, and start digging!

It can be fun to mix annual flowers and vegetables into the perennial garden. While annuals do not come back year after year, they do have the benefit of blooming all season long. Impatiens or begonias can be a lovely addition to the shade garden where the pulmonaria, bleeding hearts and astilbe bloom in waves. In that sunny spot, why not add a tomato plant or some cucumbers or zucchini to mix and mingle with the poppies, nepeta and anemones.

rather to inform the viewer of a way of seeing that they are unaccustomed to, and to show them a world in a new light. The viewing experience should be more than one of confirmation, but one of the experience of discovery.”

Gorvett initiated several galleries over the years in Ogunquit, Portsmouth, NH, and Gloucester, MA. Presently he maintains his Market Street gallery in Portsmouth. His new studio and second gallery are in Gloucester at the Beacon Marine Basin, where he exhibits his work and that of other regionally and nationally known artists.

Don Gorvett woodcuts are in the permanent collections of institutions such as the Boston Athenaeum, MA; Currier Museum of Art, Manchester, NH; Farnsworth Art Museum, Rockland; Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge University, UK; Harvard University, Cambridge, MA; Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, MA; Ogunquit Museum of American Art, Ogunquit; Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, MA; Portland Museum of Art, Portland; and Worcester Art Museum, Worcester, MA.

This summer, OHM will also present “Lobstering in Perkins Cove” and “The History of the Old Village Inn.” The museum houses an extensive library with historic records on Maine families and towns, and a replica of the Ogunquit dory. The Captain James Winn House is an 18th-century cape with native plant gardens nestled in the Dorothea Jacob Grant Common. The circa 1780 building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

Admission is free and donations are always appreciated. For more information, visit www. ogunquitheritagemuseum.com, call 207-646-0296, or email heritagemuseum@ogunquit.gov.

Be adventurous, have fun, plants can always be moved, removed, or trimmed if they get too overwhelming for a spot. When planting flowering annuals, in order to promote maximum growth, pinch off the blossoms and buds once planted. It is counter intuitive, but the result will be bushier plants with plenty of blooms for the long run. Then, as the blossoms fade, be sure to deadhead

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to encourage repeat blooms all season. If deadheading sounds like a depressing chore, there are some annuals that require little to none of it, be sure to choose these when making selections. Annuals planted in ceramic or terra cotta pots throughout the garden beds or on a step or deck is also a great way to add color to the summer landscape. An economical way to fill a large planter or pot is to purchase 4-6 pack of flowering annuals. It takes a little time, but they will fill and overflow their containers beautifully. If instant gratification is more suitable, purchase ready made planters or hanging baskets (remove the hangers from the pot) and place in a more decorative container. Another way to add some tex-

Protecting Forests from Invasive Species During Vacation Season

STATEWIDEThe Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) is taking immediate action to address the critical risk posed by the spread of invasive species through firewood transportation. These destructive pests and diseases significantly threaten Maine’s landscapes, trees, agriculture, forests, wildlife, and overall environment.

As Maine begins vacation and camping season, a key concern must be highlighted: the emergence of adult emerald ash borers from ash trees during summer. These invasive beetles, which destroy trees, can easily spread to new locations through contaminated firewood carried by vacationers and campers.

Although invisible to the naked eye, invasive species can reside within firewood and unknowingly be transported over long distances. Once introduced, these pests and diseases have the potential to devastate ornamental trees and forest habitats and impact fish, wildlife, and property values, resulting in substantial management costs.

It is important to recognize that even seemingly unblemished and pristine wood can harbor infestations and contribute to the spread of tree-killing pests and diseases. Therefore, immediate

action is crucial to prevent the further proliferation of invasive species.

DACF advises everyone to:

Recognize the threat. Firewood that has not been treated and is transported over distances greater than 10 miles poses a significant risk to trees and forests.

Source firewood locally. While enjoying time camping or heading up to camp in Maine, prioritize obtaining affordable, locally sourced firewood or explore heat-treated options from reputable in-state vendors. Visit the Firewood Scout website at www.firewoodscout.org to locate local firewood suppliers.

As part of its commitment to safeguarding Maine’s natural resources, DACF has implemented plant pest quarantines to limit the movement of specific plant materials. However, every individual must play their part in halting or slowing down the spread of invasive species. For moreinformation about ongoing forestry-related quarantines and invasive threats, visit www. maine.gov/dacf/mfs/forest_ health/quarantine_inform ation.html.

Together, tourists and natives alike can do their part protect Maine’s fish and wildlife, and preserve the state’s forest heritage for future generations.

ture and color to t he perennial garden is to add some lettuce, kale or even artichokes. Their bluish grey foliage, ruffled leaves and spikes can add visual contrast and whimsy. Don’t forget about vines - morning glory or blackeyed Susan vine add color and interest along fences, trellises and even trees. Try growing them up an arborvitae or a small fruit tree. Have a small space? A great way to grow tomatoes and cucumbers in a sunny corner is to take some chicken wire and stakes and construct a 3-4 foot wide and about 4 foot high circle. Layer and fill the center with dried leaves, compost and soil. Plant as many as twelve tomatoes on the outside of the structure where they can be tied and pruned to a single stem as they grow. Plant cucumber seeds in the center, where they can spread and flow down in between the tomato plants. If there

is room, interplant marigolds on the ground in between or in front of the tomato plants to add cheerful color and to ward away bugs that love to munch on tomatoes. Biennials are also a wonderful way to add color, height and interest to any garden. Hollyhocks and foxglove bring a certain timeless charm to any garden border. Their beautiful tall stems filled with hibiscus shaped discs and towers of pink, purple, white and yellow speckled bells fit for the fairy world will not only attract the eye, but also the bees! Many a summer day the loud frenzied buzzing of a happy bumblebee can be heard from within one of those delicate bells, its head deep inside and its pollen coated legs and little bumble bum hanging out the bottom! A cheerful sound and sight!

Placing a comfortable place to sit and enjoy the sights and sounds of the garden is a must. At the end of any day, whether spent at work, at play or tending the garden, take a glass of lemonade or wine, some cheese and crackers, take a seat, a deep breath, and enjoy!

The Goats are Back to Work at KCT

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The goats are back for their annual cleanup work at the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust (KCT)! The KCT utilizes goats from the company Scapegoats, as an eco-friendly way to control invasive and nuisance plants on Trust properties. The goats eat poison ivy, bittersweet, sumac, Japanese knotweed and Japanese honeysuckle, among other unwanted, nonnative species.

The Scapegoats herd consists of seven goats, and is a mix of Alpines, Oberhaslis, a Lamancha and a Nigerian Dwarf goat. They are mixed in size and height to effectively browse the low, hard-to-reach nooks and crannies, as well as the high grounds. They range from 60 to 210 pounds, and they come with big appetites! All of the goats are tested annually for infectious diseases and are properly immunized.

Scapegoats uses an electric fence to surround the perimeter of the area where the goats will feed. The fence keeps the goats in the area while preventing other wildlife, including coyotes and stray dogs, from getting in. Goats graze all day, devouring the vegetation in their path at an

approximate rate of a half-acre per week per seven goats, and in the process, they leave behind their nutrient rich manure as a natural ground fertilizer. Goats crush what they eat, and in the process destroy any invasive plant seeds they may consume, ensuring the any seeds they may pass will not be viable. When the goats have done their work, fabric ground covers are placed over the area for a period of time to prevent regrowth.

The KCT welcomes their annual friends, and wishes them a quick and easy clean-up!

For more information on KCT, visit www.kporttrust.org. For more information on Scapegoats, visit www.ecoscapegoats. com.

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Collins Receives Congressional Partnership Award

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The Council of State Community Development Agencies (COSCDA), a national association that brings together state leaders on housing, homelessness, local economic development, and disaster recovery, recognized Senator Susan Collins with their first-ever Congressional Partnership Award.

Collins received the award for her longstanding support of federal housing and community development programs. She was also recognized for her efforts to authorize the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program, which helps towns, cities, counties, and states rebuild following a declared disaster.

The award was presented by COSCDA’s President Deborah Johnson, who also serves as the Director of Community Development with the Maine Department of Economic & Community Development.

“I am honored to receive this recognition and proud to be a partner with state community development leaders through -

out the country,” Senator Collins said. “The progress we are making on developing affordable housing and reducing homelessness for our most vulnerable is the result of the hard work and passion of countless advocates and practitioners engaged in community development. I look forward to continuing to advance this important work as the Vice Chair of the Appropriations Committee.”

“Senator Collins is a fierce advocate of housing and community development especially for rural America,” said Deborah Johnson, COSCDA President and Director of Maine’s Office of

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Community Development. “We recognize her deep commitment to addressing critical challenges in Maine and across the country. COSCDA welcomes her leadership in advancing HUD Community Planning and Development programs for greater impact and benefit to populations in need.”

Created in 1974, COSCDA promotes the common interests and goals of state community and economic development agencies, with major emphasis on community development, housing, homelessness, local economic development, disaster recovery and state-local relations. For more information, visit www.coscda.org.

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again host free car shows each Monday, beginning June 26.

The park is open 4-8 p.m., with some trucks staying open until 10 p.m. some nights. Parking is available on site. Pets are welcome on leashes.

The food truck lineup changes each night, and includes vegan and gluten-free options.

Mainspring Open House

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Kittery social services collective Mainspring is set to open the doors to its new offices on Sunday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. This will be the first open house at Mainspring, and the public is invited to stop in to tour the building, view renderings of the completed project, and ask the team about what Mainspring means for the community.

Housing nonprofit Fair Tide and local food pantry Footprints Food Pantry, are the foundation of the Mainspring initiative. These two local nonprofits joined forces to establish this collective partnership of agencies and shepherd the development of the new facility. These founding partners will relocate to the Mainspring building, enhancing their capacity and magnifying their impact

on the individuals they serve. The Mainspring facility will be home to Footprint’s new and improved market-model food pantry. The building will also contain Fair Tide’s affordable housing programs, case management services, and their flourishing thrift store.

While food and shelter are two of the most basic human needs, there are many other prerequisites to a healthy and thriving life. In addition to Footprints and Fair Tide’s offerings, Mainspring will provide direct access to a variety of other programs and services to ensure the whole person and family are supported. The new space is located at 22 Shapleigh Road, Kittery. For more information, visit www. mainspringcollective.org or email info@mainspring.org.

NCU Elects Katherine Kennedy to NCU Supervisory Committee

YORKTops Farm has started a monthly fundraiser to benefit area charities. The first Monday of each month, the medical dispensary will be picking a new local non-profit to donate 10% of their proceeds from that day’s sales. They are calling it “Make a Difference Monday.”

The York Chamber of Commerce was honored to have been selected as the recipient of their first “Make a Difference Monday,” for the month of May.

The Chamber simply cannot thank Tops Farm enough for the generous donation, and welcomes their business as a new member!

Local nonprofis and charities who are interested in having a Monday dedicated to them, can contact Tops Farm at www. topsfarm.com/contact-us or call 207-703-6162.

Pictured above are Holly Roberts, executive director of the York Region Chamber of Commerce and Lauren Sissom, general manager of Tops Farm.

Visiting trucks scheduled for 2023 include: BBQ Betty’s Smokehouse; Beer Garden; Boogalows Island BBQ; Bubba Frye’s On The Fly; Cheese The Day; Congdon’s Street Kitchen; Coppa Magica Gelato; Crepe Elizabeth; Crescent City Kitchen; Empanada Club; Fahrenheit 225; Falafel Mafia; Gotta Be Frank Gourmet; Hattapon’s Thai Kitchen; Hoss & Mary’s; Ironclad Eats; Knew Potato Caboose; MacDaddy’s Seafood & Tots; Pam & Fam Forkin’ Good Grub; Park Pizza; Pepper’s Landing; Sugar Shack; Seacoast Street Eats; The Gyro Spot; The Pink Waffle; The Rollin’ Rooster; The Sandwich Shack; What-A-Wrap.

For more information and a complete season schedule, visit www.cadfoodtrucks.com or email adam@congdons.com.

SEACOASTNortheast Credit Union (NCU) is proud to announce the appointment of Katherine Kennedy to the Supervisory Committee of its board of directors. As a member of the committee, she will advise and assist the board in its oversight of credit union operations and responsibilities.

Kennedy is a senior business analyst, specializing in insurance compliance and underwriting. She lives in York with her twin sons, where she spent their childhood running Little

League and leading their Boy Scout troops. Active in the development of youth in her community, Katherine exemplifies NCU’s mission to enrich and nourish the lives of others.

“We are very fortunate to have Katherine’s diligence and benevolence on the Supervisory Committee,” said Raymond Bald, chairman of the board. “She is a welcomed addition our committee and her presence will offer the credit union a wealth of insight as we continue to live out our mission.”

For more information, www.necu.org or call 1-888436-1847.

St. Peter’s by the Sea Services Begin Next Sunday

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St. Peter’s by the Sea Episcopal, located at 535 Shore Road in Cape Neddick, begins its summer and fall service schedule on Sunday, June 11 with two services: 8 a.m., with homily and Holy Communion (Eucharist), and 10 a.m., with sermon, Holy Communion (Eucharist), music, and professional choir. A fellowship hour follows the 10 a.m. Mass, with food and drink

at the parish rectory. Everyone is invited to attend.

The Rev. Patrick Gahan is both celebrant and preacher.

Fr. Pat is from Christ Episcopal Church, San Antonio, TX, where he serves the parish as its rector. Organist and choirmaster is Harold Stover, who also serves as Music Director.

St. Peter’s by the Sea was built in 1897 from a bequest by Nannie Dunlap Conorroe, widow of George Conorroe. Sited on Christian Hill so that its cross would be visible to sailors at sea, the parish became well known to both sailors and

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will be a change that some might not be comfortable with and that not everyone uses mobile technology, which is why they are only eliminating nine pay stations this year. Residents and visitors can continue to use the available physical pay stations to pay for parking in 2023. However, it is important to know that this gradual phase out of parking pay stations is planned to continue into the future.

For more information, contact York Department of Public Works at 207-363-1010. To learn more about PANGO and the app, visit www.mypango.com.

historians. Last year, parishioners celebrated the parish’s 125th anniversary!

The church was designed by George C. Burns, and built by Edward Blaisdell of York. Conorroe was also responsible for the design of the Ogunquit Library, which was built in a similar manner to that of St. Peter’s.

The stone church, with its many stained glass windows, high altar with stone and carved woodwork, heavy,

arched wooden beamed ceilings, embroidered pew kneelers, and magnificent organ and bells, brings local people and tourists each Sunday for worship services and celebrations.

A strong, active calendar of social events, with a vibrant music program, is scheduled for this summer. From the annual Jazz concert in August to the Blessing of Pets on St Francis feast day in October, St. Peter’s provides a home away from home to all. For more information, visit www.st-peters-by-thesea.org.

Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Strengthen TRIO Programs

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U.S. Senators recently introduced the Educational Opportunity and Success Act, which would reauthorize and strengthen existing federal TRIO Programs. Nationwide, TRIO Programs help ensure that underserved students have equal access to a college education and the support they need to prepare for, succeed in, and graduate from higher education.

The legislation would institute reforms to make it easier for educational institutions to reach students who would benefit from these programs. It would also prevent a recurrence of a situation in 2017 where the U.S. Department of Education rejected dozens of applications simply on the basis of non-substantive formatting criteria. One of these applications was from the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI), which had used one-and-a-half spacing instead of double spacing in text appearing in graphics on two of its application’s 65 pages. Senator Susan Collins, who co-sponsored the legislation, urged the Department of Education to [collins.senate. gov/newsroom/departmenteducation-attributes-decisionreview-upward-bound-applications-umpi-and-other] reverse its decision a few months later, protecting funding for UMPI.

“Congress created the TRIO programs because it recognized that low-income, first-generation students often face significant financial and societal obstacles to accessing and achieving success in higher education,” said Senator Collins. “I have long supported the TRIO programs and

worked to ensure that they are reaching the students who most need them. These programs have changed the lives of firstgeneration students in Maine and across the country, opening the doors to the opportunities of higher education. I urge our colleagues to join us in this effort to reauthorize and strengthen the federal TRIO programs.”

“This bill will make possible needed modifications in the TRIO programs, both responses to the changing needs of today’s students and corrections to reduce bureaucratic inefficiencies,” said Maureen Hoyler, The Council for Opportunity in Education (COE). “We are deeply grateful for their attentiveness to the recommendations of TRIO educators.”

Specifically, the Educational Opportunity and Success Act would achieve the following: Reauthorize funds for the TRIO Programs for the next six years.

Establish more reasonable guidelines for notice of pending grant competitions.

Require the Department of Education to increase its notification period from 45 days to 90 days to help ensure all prospective grant applicants have an adequate opportunity to submit a successful application.

Remove administrative burdens to ease and update the application process. The bill would direct those applications denied in error be funded directly out of funds reserved for administrative purposes.

Institute common-sense guidelines for TRIO applications. The bill would make permanent a new policy that was implemented after the Department of Education attempted to reject dozens of TRIO ap-

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plications in 2017 for arbitrary, non-substantive formatting criteria, such as font size and line spacing. It would also institute a straightforward appeals process for minor errors.

Ease administrative burdens in determining income eligibility. The bill would allow TRIO administrators to work with colleges’ financial aid offices to more easily identify potential participants by virtue of their Pell-eligibility. Meanwhile, in middle and high schools, TRIO’s Talent Search and Educational Opportunity Centers programs would have the ability to serve all students at schools where more than 40% of attendees receive free or reduced-price lunch.

Update TRIO eligibility criteria to reflect the most recent FAFSA requirements. The bill would ensure that TRIO administrators do not have to consult multiple sources of data, but rather may use student’s most recently completed FAFSA to determine program eligibility.

Require virtual training to reach more applicants. The bill would require at least one virtual, interactive training for interested applicants, better ensuring

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The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s (DACF) Project Canopy, Maine’s urban and community forestry program led by the Maine Forest Service (MFS), is thrilled to announce the selected grant proposals for the 2023 funding cycle. This year’s review process, marked by careful evaluation and alignment with program goals, resulted in funding all submitted proposals, totaling $121,798.00. MFS received nine Tree Planting and Maintenance Grant proposals, and seven Planning and Education proposals.

“We are delighted to see the response to the 2023 Project Canopy grant funding cycle,” said Amanda Beal, DACF Commissioner. “The submitted proposals were of exceptional quality, demonstrating the dedication and commitment of communities and organizations across Maine to promote tree planting and education.”

The grant applications reflected diverse projects, addressing various community needs and opportunities. Seven of the 16 applications received were submitted by new communities and organizations, highlighting the growing interest and engage-

Job Corps Training for Youth

STATEWIDEJob Corps continues to provide job training programs to young people who need a leg up for a successful future. The Corps is currently enrolling youth 16-24 years old, who are interested in learning career training in areas such as Automotive, Welding, Healthcare, Electrical, Culinary Arts, among others,

through free training. Virtual and online learning options are available. Earn HSD/HSE and driver’s license at the same time. Housing and meals included at no additional cost. Job Placement services are available once programs are complete. For more information, email caswell.jennifer@jobcorps.org or call 207631-0784.

ment in the Project Canopy program.

Looking ahead, MFS anticipates offering another round of grants this year, focusing on specific areas of need and emphasis, such as Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) preparedness or tree maintenance. This strategic approach aims to maximize the impact of the grants and effectively address the challenges that Maine’s urban forests face.

A mandatory training session was conducted before the application process to ensure applicants were wellinformed and equipped to submit successful proposals. This year, the training was held online, with 45 participants joining. The recorded session on the Project Canopy website provides valuable insights to new and returning applicants.

“The mandatory training session has always been an integral part of our grant process,” added Jan Santerre, Project Canopy Coordinator.

“We are pleased to have successfully transitioned to an online format, which allows broader participation and ensures all applicants are wellprepared to deliver high-quality proposals.”

With the invaluable lessons learned from this round of grants, MFS is committed to continuously enhancing the quality and effectiveness of the Project Canopy Assistance Program. By strengthening collaboration and support, the initiative aims to empower communities and organizations to impact Maine’s urban forests positively.

For more information, visit www.maine.gov/dacf/ mfs/policy_management/pro ject_canopy.

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More than $95 million in awards across 35 states has been awarded to increase access to school-based mental health services and strengthen the pipeline of mental health professionals in high-needs school districts. The awards were funded by the Safer Communities Act (BSCA), which was signed into law on June 25, 2022. The act aims to help advance efforts to tackle the mental health crisis in schools, as part of the National Mental Health Strategy.

The Department of Education (DOE) has awarded $286 million across 264 grantees in 48 states and territories to boost the training, hiring, and diversification of mental health professionals through two grants – the School-Based Mental Health (SBMH) grant program and Mental Health Service Professional (MHSP) grant program, as a part of the Safer Communities Act. Grantees estimate that the funds collectively will prepare more than 14,000 new mental health professionals for schools across the state, and the country.

The DOE will fund a total of 160 MHSP grantees across the country who will train and place mental health providers in schools with the most need.

45 Percent of MHSP grantees proposed a partnership with a Minority Serving Institution, Historically Black College or

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University or Tribal College or University. In February, the DOE also announced $141 million in SBMH grants, which supports districts in hiring mental health professionals.

The department is also announcing up to $2.6 million in funding for a new Mental Health Personnel Technical Assistance Center to support MHSP and SBMH grantees in meeting the goals of their grant. This center will help identify and develop resources both for SBMH and MHSP grantees to support grantees in addressing the social, emotional, and mental health needs of PK-12 students and staff. The center will also provide support to the field more broadly by disseminating best practices in recruiting, training, placing, and retaining school-based mental health services providers.

The investments are made possible from funds provided under BSCA. Over the next five years, the DOE will invest the remainder of the $1 billion provided by BSCA in mental health professionals for schools, helping the advance the goal of doubling the number of school counselors, social workers, and other school-based mental health professionals.

These funds have the potential to meaningfully change lives by building a mental health infrastructure in schools and communities across the coun-

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After a 12-foot white shark was recently spotted off Cape Cod in Massachussetts, New England Aquarium scientists are urging the public to report shark sightings and be aware of their surroundings as the holiday weekend approaches.

The shark was seen feeding on a seal offshore near Provincetown, MA, on Saturday, May 20. This is the time of year that scientists expect to see white sharks returning to the inshore waters along the New England coastline, where the animals hunt seals into the fall months.

“Though white shark bites on humans are rare, the sighting serves as a reminder to beachgoers and boaters to be mindful of the presence of these ocean animals,” said John Chisholm, adjunct scientist in the New England Aquarium’s Anderson Cabot Center for Ocean Life. “It’s important to be aware of sharks’ presence in shallow waters, to avoid areas where seals are present or schools of fish are visible, and to stay close to shore where rescuers can reach you if needed.”

As part of a partnership between the New England Aquarium and Atlantic White Shark Conservancy, Chisholm serves as the Citizen Science Coordinator for the Conservancy, documenting accounts of sharkseal interactions and verifying shark sighting reports made by the public through the Sharktivity app. Sharktivity provides

information and push notifications on white shark sightings, detections, and movements to raise awareness and help people and sharks co-exist. The app sightings are input by researchers, safety officials, and others who upload photos and video, essentially crowd-sourcing critical data on where sharks are spotted.

“There is a real public concern around beach safety, and we recognize the need to respond to that,” said Nick Whitney, senior scientist at the Aquarium and chair of the Anderson Cabot Center’s Fisheries Science and Emerging Technologies program. “That’s why we’re excited to continue this partnership with the Conservancy to

help provide accurate, timely information on shark sightings in the region.”

The New England Aquarium has a team of nine scientists who study shark species, from porbeagles and nurse sharks to sandbar and sand tiger sharks. Many shark species reside in Massachusetts waters. Aquarium researchers’ work focuses on monitoring of these animals using innovative tagging technologies including satellite, acoustic, accelerometer, and camera tags to track the sharks’ habitat use, life history, and impacts of bycatch during commercial and recreational fishing activities. For more information, visit www.neaq.org.

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STATEWIDEMaine Senators recently introduced LD 1639, “An Act to Address Unsafe Staffing of Nurses and Improve Patient Care,” before the Legislature’s Labor and Housing Committee. The bill aims to help improve patient safety and hospital staff morale by setting minimum patient-nurse ratios in Maine.

“Nursing in Maine is becoming increasingly difficult. The bill in front of you today accomplishes two primary goals: increasing patient safety and encouraging nurse retention. Not all of us are going to practice as nurses but at some

point in life, we are all either going to be a patient or going to be the loved one of a patient,” said Senator Stacy Brenner, who introduced the legislation, and who is also a certified nursemidwife. “The care and touch of a knowledgeable and dedicated nurse in those times when you are feeling most vulnerable greatly increases patient satisfaction, dignity, and the overall perception of their hospital experience. This is a bill for everyone. But, most especially, this is a bill for bedside nurses.”

LD 1639 would establish the Maine Quality Care Act in order to ensure adequate directcare registered nurse - also called

“bedside nurse” - staffing assignments in health care facilities, including hospitals, freestanding emergency departments and ambulatory surgical facilities, to provide safe and effective patient care. It would establish minimum direct-care registered nurse staffing requirements based on the patient care unit and patient needs, specify the method to calculate a health care facility’s compliance with the staffing requirements, protect direct-care registered nurses from retaliation and include notice, record-keeping and enforcement requirements.

“Unsafe staffing ratios put patients and staff at risk. Advanced Practice Registered Nurses order high risk medications and orders for many complex hospital patients,” said Amy Brown with the Maine Nurse Practitioner Association, in testimony supporting the bill. “We are concerned that the current nurse-patient ratios leave these patients at risk because the nurse is taking care of too many patients unable to monitor the patient closely, and this can lead to complications and death. Nurse burn-out rates are increasing and if our healthcare system continues to force our nurses to practice in this way, we will continue to lose skilled nurses.”

A 2021 study on sepsis treatment found that for each additional patient per nurse, patients are 7% more likely to be readmitted to the hospital within 60 days, 7% more likely to die within 60 days, and 12% more likely to die in-hospital. Patients also experience longer lengths of stay. A study out of New York about patient ratios states that, “Were hospitals staffed at the 4:1 [patient-nurse] ratio proposed in the legislation, we conservatively estimated 4370 lives saved and $720 million saved over the 2-year study period in shorter lengths of stay and avoided re-

STATEWIDERecently, Senator Mattie Daughtry, D-Brunswick, and Representative Kristen Cloutier, D-Lewiston, introduced a bipartisan bill that would create a statewide paid family and medical leave program for Maine. LD 1964, “An Act to Implement the Recommendations of the Commission to Develop a Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program,” which has over 100 cosponsors, was the subject of a public hearing before the Legislature’s Labor and Housing Committee.

“I started working on paid family and medical leave during my first session in the Legislature, more than 10 years ago, after caring for a beloved family member at the end of their battle with a terminal illness. After years of working on this, talking about this, and fighting for this, I can tell you: We know Maine needs paid family and medical leave. A program of this importance requires time and teamwork. That’s just what we’ve put into this proposal,” said Sen. Daughtry. “I’m proud of the conversations, considerations and collaboration that went into this bill. I’m eager to continue this good work with the committee and my fellow legislators. I’m excited to see Maine finally have a statewide paid family and medical leave program.”

“Today’s public hearing is the culmination of a collaborative and comprehensive process that has been years in the making,” said Rep. Cloutier. “Sen. Daugh-

try and I have always shared one goal: To create a paid family and medical leave program that works for Maine. We know now is the time to get this done, and to do it right. We still remain open to new ideas and to compromise, so that we can ensure that the final product is the right piece of legislation for our state and carefully balances the needs of our businesses, workers and families.”

Only 15% of American workers have access to any sort of paid leave, and fewer than 60% of the workforce has access to unpaid leave under the Family Medical Leave Act. Nationally, one in four women takes fewer than 11 days of parental leave after giving birth, despite a recommended six- to eight-week recovery period. Eleven other states and the District of Columbia have instituted a statewide paid family and medical leave program, including all five other states in New England.

Sen. Daughtry and Rep. Cloutier served as co-chairs of the Commission to Develop a Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program. The commission was formed in the 130th Legislature by LD 1559, “Resolve, To Create the Commission To Develop a Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits Program.” After two years of work, the commission issued its final report earlier this year.

Since presenting the commission’s report to the committee in March, Sen. Daughtry and Rep. Cloutier have met in-person and via Zoom with more than 300 businesses from all over the state, including members of the State Chamber and regional Chambers of Commerce, to receive further input and share information. They have also met with over 200 stakeholders, from AARP members to family caregivers, HR representatives and more. A sponsors’ amendment was then drafted and made public shortly afterward.

Under the current proposal, employees and employers would split a wage contribution, equal to 1% or less of the employee’s wage. Employers with 15 or fewer workers would not have to pay the contribution, but their employees would still be eligible. Employers who offer comparable or more comprehensive paid leave plans

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New Playground at Seacoast Christian School

SOUTH BERWICKSeacoast Christian School

at 26 Paul St., South Berwick, recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for their brand-new playground set that was built over the course of two days, Saturday, May 20, and Sunday, May 21.

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5 p.m., every Saturday in June, at York Elks Lodge #2788, Route 1, Cape Neddick. $10 per person. Food varies each week: Ribs and pulled pork on June 10. Reservations requested at 207-361-2788.

The new playground was built with the help of over 60 volunteers, and the generous donations from local businesses. The excitement for the playground had been building over the last year, as the equipment was delivered and plans were being made for installation.

Seacoast Christian gives a special thanks to Home Depot, Aroma Joe’s, Dunkin Donuts,

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that all areas of the country have the chance to access the TRIO programs.

Provide greater flexibility for programs serving non-traditional students. Recognizing that some students may not go on to higher education immediately after high school or earn a degree within two or 4 years, this bill would update criteria for several TRIO programs to provide greater flexibility to non-traditional students, including veterans.

Increase student stipends, which have not been updated since 1980.

For more information, visit https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/trio.

Subway, York Woods Tree & Products, Spence & Mathews Insurance, Turbocam International, New Creation Custom Building LLC, Gillies & Prittie Inc. Lumber Wholesalers, Lowes, Hannaford, Lee Franks, and Hall Bros. Roofing; as well as all of the volunteers that spent the weekend ensuring the playground was installed safely and accurately.

Seacoast Christian School hopes the playground will be a blessing to its students, and to the South Berwick community as a whole. Rendering and more information at www.seacoastchristianschool.org/playground.

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try. These grants complement $1 billion BSCA funds to support safe school environments through the Stronger Connections grant program through evidence-based strategies that advance equity and support student social, emotional, physical, and mental well-being. It is estimated that 64% of Maine schools are expected to benefit from the new funds.

For more information, visit www.ed.gov.

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Once an employee hits a certain contribution benchmark, they would be able to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave each year for qualifying life events. Employees would be able to take time off for: The birth, adoption, or fostering of a child; Supporting a sick or dying loved one; Caring for an older family member.; Recovery from surgery, an accident, substance use disorder, or other health challenges; Prepping for/transitioning back from a family member’s military de-

ployment; Managing immediate safety needs if you or a family member are a victim of domestic or sexual violence.

The exact contribution rate, including the split between employee and employer, and the wage replacement rate will be negotiated by the committee.

The bill and sponsors’ amendment now face further consideration and work in the committee. For more information, visit https://legislature. maine.gov/commission-to-dev elop-a-paid-family-and-medicalleave-benefits-program.

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2023 Ladies Golf Season at the York Golf and Tennis Club Marshwood Girls Tennis

YORKThe York Golf and Tennis Club is kicking off the women’s golf season! 48 Players were selected by the York Womens Golf League, with the guidance of Golf Professional, Michael Pratt and League Chair, Carla Robinson. Six teams of eight were formed, and the Captains of each team were chosen for the season from the 48 athletes who play weekly. The team captains are: Team 1, Katey Stone; Team 2, Jen Jackson; Team 3, Peggy Todd; Team 4, Lindsay Gribbel;

Shirley A. Chase Service Notice

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Celebration of Life for Shirley A. Chase, who passed away January 4, 2023, will be held on Saturday, June 10 at 11:30 a.m., followed by a luncheon at the Zebulon Knight Hall, 612 Emery’s Bridge Road, South Berwick. Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home (www. johnsonfuneralhomeme.com).

Team 5, Suzie Jones; and Team 6, Sandy Petrovich.

After the first round on Monday, May 22, the standings were as follows: Team 2 is in first place with 8 points; Teams 1 and 5 are tied for second place with 5 points; Teams 3 and 6 are tied for fourth place; and Team 4 is in sixth place.

For more information, contact ywglmaine@aol.com.

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The pride of Hawk Nation! Marshwood Girls Tennis narrowly edged out Bonny Eagle 3-2 on Friday, May 26 for a playoff spot in the quarter-finals with a gutsy and down-to-the-wire third set victory led by Rachel Johnson and Hannah Hodges at second doubles. It was a photo finish, earning the girls their first quarter final showing in decades. Tia Anderson and Sam Arnold

posted early wins at second and third singles to set up the deciding match. Coaches Lauren DeLong and Tristan Morel said, “It was a true team win in every sense, the girls have worked hard all season to hone their doubles strategy, and their hard work and team mindset is what got them over the finish line. We couldn’t be happier for this gritty group of competitors. A well-deserved win against a formidable foe and gracious team at Bonny Eagle.”

For more information, visit https://marshwood.digitalsports.com/team/girls-tennis.

Nils F. Nelson, 79

WELLS – Nils F. Nelson of Wells, was reunited with his wife of 50 years on May 20, 2023, after six long years apart. He passed peacefully at 79 years old with his daughters by his side. As a fun-loving soul, Nils kept his wife, friends, and family laughing over the years with his stories and playful pranks. If he started a sentence with “To keep a long story short,” you knew it would be anything but, and it would be better than any previous version he had ever told.

So, to make a long story short, Nils was born in Camden,

New Jersey on October 4, 1943, to Nils A. Nelson and Dorothy (Hendershot) Nelson. He served in the U.S. Army in the First Air Cavalry Division with the 191st Military Intelligence Detachment. It was love at first sight when he met his future wife while stationed in Nashville, TN, in 1966. After marrying in 1967, he served in Vietnam where Sergeant E-5 Nelson earned a Bronze Star.

After the Army, Nils excelled in the business world, working his way across the country in many large corporations before becoming widely known as the “Ad Guy” in Southern Maine, when he opened his own marketing agency in Wells. Later, he and his wife launched Maine Public Records Services, where he occasionally got to live out his dream of being a private detective by doing research for law firms and private investigators across the U.S.

Outside of work, he was the life of every party, threw epic fire pit nights and organized wild champagne breakfasts. He loved a good joke and never missed an opportunity to publicly embarrass his friends, and especially his daughters and grandchildren, with his crazy antics. Finding a picture of him with a serious

face is nearly impossible. He often loudly serenaded the house with his favorite Willie Nelson and Elvis songs while doing dishes. He loved a quiet day with his camera, a good baseball game, and fishing - enjoying any chance to land striped bass from the beach or big mouth bass from a quiet rowboat on the lake. To his Tennessee family, this Yankee city boy was an endless source of laughs as he attempted to learn all aspects of farming, from wrangling cows to tobacco harvests.

Above everything, Nils was known for his big heart. He opened his home to anyone who needed a place to crash, and there is not a dog in Wells that got past him without getting a cookie or two. He was a loving father and grandfather, a wonderful friend, and a devoted husband. He and his wife shared a love story that cannot be matched. He will be greatly missed by his family, especially his four grandchildren, who were the center of his world.

Nils is predeceased by his parents, nephew Jamison Bagwell, and his beautiful wife, Donna (Bagwell) Nelson, who he missed greatly. He is survived

by his brother Tom Nelson and sister-in-law Georgi of Saco; daughter Tiffany Nelson of Wells; daughter Cherilyn Wilson and her husband Landon of Coppell, TX; grandchildren, Nick and Kenna Olsen of Wells, and Adelyn and Jase Wilson; brothers-in-law, Dennis Bagwell and wife Marilyn, Greg Bagwell and wife Linda of Clarksville, TN, and Earl Bagwell and wife Barbara of Dover, TN; nieces, Abigail and Molly; and nephews, Jordan, Landon, and Shannon. There will be no services at Nils’ request. To honor his memory, please consider a donation to a favorite charitable organization for veterans or cancer research.

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

Marion B. Noble Service Notice

WELLS – Marion B.

Noble, a lifelong resident of Wells

and longtime Wells Town Clerk, passed away Friday, March 17, 2023, at Avita of Wells following a period of failing health, just one day shy of her 89th birthday.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 10, at 1 p.m. at Ocean View Cemetery, 1485 Post Road, Wells.

Should friends desire, memorial donations may be made to the Historical Society of Wells & Ogunquit, PO Box 801, Wells, ME 04090, or to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023.

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit Marion’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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Union Congregational Church is honored to host Rev. Dr. Marisa Laviola, Minister of the United Church of Christ Maine Conference Sunday, June 4 at 10:15

Join us for a morning of music, thoughtful reflection, and fellowship! Union Congregational Church 18 Church St., York Beach

Come hear how the Spirit is moving in York Beach and the UCC!

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Cape Neddick Country Club Men’s Senior League

CAPE NEDDICKThe Cape Neddick Country Club’s Men’s Senior Golf League played their second of 15 Thursday morning rounds on the par 36 back nine. Three teams, George Gochros and Doug Quagliaroli, Tim Hevey and Ed

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Daley, and Leo Dunn and Al Taplin, each captured all of their three available points by winning their respective singles matches as well as their four ball match. Gochros and Quagliaroli now sit in first place with six points for the season. Bob Satter and Frank

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Zito are in second place with 5.5 points, and Mike Estes and Richard Paul are in third place with 5 points. Individually, Leo Dunn led all A Division players with a net score of 1 under par.

See GOLF on page 30 . . .

MULTI-FAMILY ESTATE GARAGE / YARD SALE

Saturday, June 3 • 9am-2pm

“The Forest” starting on Pointed Fir Blvd, Wells Across from Dunkin’s • No early birds, please! Multi-family sale! Antiques & vintage, collectibles, old bottles, books, beanie babies, furniture, fine art, frames, toys, decor, military, jewelry, clothing, fine china, crafts, household items, holiday decorations, clothing, home decor, art supplies, boating supplies, power tools, lawn & garden, chain saw, leaf blower & more! If you need it, we probably have it!

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YORK HOUSING WAIT-LIST UPDATE

Due to excessive wait, York Housing has closed its wait-list effective July 1, 2023 until further notice for one-bedroom apartments at Yorkshire Commons, Pine Grove, and Village Woods, and for twobedroom apartments at Yorkshire Commons and Village Woods. Wait-lists for other housing programs remain open.

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Saturday, June 3 • 8am - 1pm

Union Congregational Church 18 Church St., York Beach

New & used items from multiple sellers – Household, kitchen, books, jewelry, toys, decor, new children’s books & much more! Food – Breakfast & lunch choices, chili, hot dogs, meatball subs, breakfast sandwiches, desserts, baked goods, beverages, chips! FMI: 207-363-4821

MOVING SALE

Sat 6/3 & Sun 6/4 • 9am-3pm

67 GARRISON AVE., YORK Off Weber Road • Antiques, Furniture, Tools & Lots More!

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

RECORDS (33, 45, 78), TAPES, REELS, ETC. WANTED! I buy collections of recorded media and memorabilia. Appraisals for a fee. Call 603-918-8555. Leave msg.

**LOOKING TO BUY**

Vinyl Record Collections, CDs, DVDs, Cassettes. Call or Text

207-570-9760

WANTED TO BUY

Antiques * Silver * Gold * Coins

CHRIS LORD ANTIQUES

207-216-2983

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

WS ~ Sports & Classifieds ~

WinterKids Downhill 24 Fund

STATEWIDEWinterKids, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to getting kids outside and active during the winter season, is thrilled to announce the opening of the WinterKids Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund 2023. In celebration of the 10-year anniversary of the WinterKids Downhill 24, WinterKids established the fund in 2022 to expand their efforts in promoting outdoor activities among children across Maine.

The fund aims to eliminate the barriers preventing children from participating in healthy outdoor activities, such as limited access to proper equipment, clothing, and transportation. In its inaugural year, the fund granted a total of $25,000 to four organizations, including a $10,000 grant to Noble Middle School in Berwick.

WinterKids is proud to announce that in 2023, a total of $50,000 will be granted to ten deserving organizations this year. These grants will empower organizations within three distinct categories to enhance their efforts in getting children outside and active more frequently. The winning organizations in each category will again be determined through a community vote.

“The WinterKids Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund has become a critical component of our ongoing commitment to empowering children to embrace an active lifestyle through outdoor learning and exploration,” said Julie

HELP WANTED

Flower Delivery Person Wanted

Part time, approximately 15-20 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Closed on weekends and long nonflower holiday weekends.

$15.00 per hour plus 100% of all cash and internet tips.

Must be reliable and have a clean driving record.

Please inquire in person at Flowers

By Christine, 16 Firefly Lane, Wells or call (207) 646-5580

Mulkern, Executive Director of WinterKids. “We are excited to invite organizations from across Maine to submit their applications and join us in our mission to provide children with the tools they need to lead healthier lives.”

Applications are open Monday, June 5 through Friday, June 16, with winners to be announced on Saturday, July 1. Last year’s winners are not eligible to apply.

WinterKids is a nonprofit organization based in Maine that provides children with opportunities to stay active, healthy, and outdoors during the winter months. Since its establishment in 1997, WinterKids has been dedicated to ensuring that thousands of children embrace the joy of outdoor winter activities while reaping the numerous physical and mental health benefits they provide. Interested organizations are encouraged to apply for the Downhill 24 Outdoor Fund at www.winterkids.org.

HELP WANTED

To plac e your ADVERTISEMENT in THE WEEKLY SENTINEL

Call or email us a t (207) 646-844 8 ads@ theweeklysentinel.com

HELP WANTED

Busy breakfast restaurant looking for additional help: BREAKFAST COOK 6am-1pm, full or part time.

DISHWASHER

Apply in person to Horizons, 35 Miles Road, Wells or call 207-646-4155.

Retail Sales Associate needed part-time at Saltwater Farm Home Shop in Wells, two or three days a week including Sunday. Retail and customer service experiences are required. Please send resume to: saltwaterfarmmarket@gmail.com

Maintenance Person

Interested in joining a great team? Here’s your opportunity! Full time, year round position available. Medical and dental available for our full time employees. Pay commensurate with experience, but willing to train the right candidate. Apply in person to Misty Harbor Resort 60 Mile Road, Wells • www.mistyharborresort.com

OPTICAL SALES & EYEWEAR STYLIST

Are you someone who enjoys eyewear, fashion, and people? We have the perfect position for you! We are a patient-focused eye care community looking for someone who delights in helping others. No experience necessary, as on the job training will be provided! Mother’s hours are available. We are looking forward to hearing from you. Please email your resume to janet@yorkfamilyeyecare.com

York Family Eyecare 764 Route One, York ME 03909

OPTOMETRIC TECH & SCRIBE

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 hours available.

Please send resume to janet@yorkfamilyeyecare.com or mail to York Family Eyecare 764 Route One, York ME 03909

(formerly Wells Beach Camp Resort)

Now hiring for seasonal full- and part-time positions: GUEST SERVICES GROUNDSKEEPERS WORKAMPERS SECURITY HOUSEKEEPING

Competitive Hourly Pay To apply, email prines@sowellsbeach.com

Key Auto Center of York is seeking a RECEPTIONIST PART-TIME

Key Auto Center of York believes that our people are the most important part of our team, and we focus on our team members first.

Monday-Friday in a fun, fast-paced environment, with flexibility between 5-hour morning and afternoon shifts – no nights or weekends. We want you to love what you do and love coming here!

Contact Marie Forbes at mforbes@keyauto.com or 207-363-2483.

Auto Center of York Route 1, York

LEGAL & PUBLIC NOTICES

TOWN OF BERWICK

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING & SITE WALK

The Berwick Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing on Stormwater, Road Improvements (Outfall 007), and a Public Recreational area at Moulton Street (Map U00l Lot 74), Rl and RP Zone. Requested by the applicant, Town of Berwick. All relevant supporting documents are available for review during normal business hours in the Berwick Planning Office. Contact: Planning@Berwickmaine.org. Call: 207-698-1101 X 124.

SITE WALK

Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023

Time: 5:00 pm

Location: Intersection of Sawmill Hill and Moulton Street

PUBLIC HEARING

Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023

Time: 6:30 pm

Location: Berwick Town Hall (Burgess Meeting Room) 11 Sullivan Street, Berwick

Hiring

Year round and seasonal, full and part time

available. We offer top wages, medical and dental for our full time employees.

& Front Desk

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

~ Sports & Outdoors ~

Cape Neddick Men’s Twilight League

CAPE NEDDICKSuper Team 11 jumped into First Place after the second week in the Cape Neddick Country Club Men’s Twilight League. Seventy-eight golfers competed in twenty-two four ball matches on the Par 36 back nine. Led by the 7.5 points earned by Devin Coleman and Micah Lewis and the 6 points earned by Justin Pollard and Nick Saulnier, ST 11 has accumulated 34.5 points and taken a half-point lead over

ST 9 in the standings. The following two-man teams scored the most points in their respective matches: Peter Kuchinsky and Sam Morse, 7.5 points in the Colwell Flight; Devin Coleman and Micah Lewis, 7.5 points in the Davy Flight; Jay Liposky and Ben Murphy as well as Stephan Bouchie (flying solo) and Bennie McMinis, 6 points in the Galante Flight; Ron Ferragamo and Paul Haseltine, 6.5

Wells High School

Varsity Baseball

May 30, 8-6 (L) @ York

May 27, 7-0 (W) @ Freeport

May 24, 5-1 (W) vs. Yarmouth

Varsity Softball

May 30, 10-0 (L) @ York

May 27, 14-2 (W) @ Freeport

May 24, 18-13 (L) vs. Yarmouth

Varsity Boys Lacrosse

May 26, 8-7 (W) @ Kennebunk

May 24, 10-8 (L) vs. York

Varsity Girls Lacrosse

May 30, 11-6 (W) vs. Traip

May 25, 11-8 (L) @ NYA

May 24, 15-1 (W) @ Gray-New

Gloucester

York High School

Varsity Baseball

May 30, 8-6 (W) vs. Wells

May 25, 10-3 (W) @ Traip

May 24, 4-1 (L) @ Cape Elizabeth

1.

Varsity Softball

May 30, 10-0 (W) vs. Wells

May 24, 18-0 (W) @ Cape

Elizabeth

Varsity Boys Lacrosse

May 30, 14-2 (W) vs. Gray-New

Gloucester

May 24, 10-8 (W) @ Wells

May 23, 16-12 (L) vs. Marshwood

Varsity Girls Lacrosse

May 26, 10-3 (L) vs. Greely

May 24, 13-12 (W) vs. Cape

Elizabeth

Kennebunk High School

Varsity Baseball

May 30, 3-0 (W) @ Westbrook

May 27, 8-4 (W) @ Massabesic

May 25, 7-1 (W) vs. Noble

Varsity Softball

May 30, 6-2 (W) @ Scarborough

May 26, 4-0 (W) @ Scarborough

May 24, 3-2 (W) vs. Thornton

points in the Levine Flight; Ken Howard and Frank Romanelli, 7 points in the McNeice Flight; Bob Bragg and Jerry McCaffery as well as George Gochros and Doug Quagliaroli, 6.5 points in the Boston Flight; and Jed Lowry and Bob Whitelaw, 6.5 points in the Spohrer Flight.

Jed Lowry led all golfers with four Net Birdies, followed by Sam Morse, Devin Colemen, Ron Jordan, Jay Liposky, and Chris Brown with three each.

SCORE BOARD

Varsity Boys Lacrosse

May 30, 19-2 (L) vs. South

Portland

May 26, 8-7 (L) vs. Wells

May 23, 7-6 (W) @ Biddeford

Varsity Girls Lacrosse

May 30, 17-4 (W) @ Cheverus

May 22, 19-2 (W) vs.

Scarborough

Marshwood High School

Varsity Baseball

May 30, 10-0 (W) @ Cheverus

May 26, 2-0 (L) vs. Sanford

May 25, 10-1 (W) @ Bonny Eagle

Varsity Boys Lacrosse

May 30, 11-6 (W) @ Biddeford

May 26, 19-9 (W) vs. Noble

May 23, 16-12 (W) @ York

Varsity Girls Lacrosse

May 26, 12-8 (L) @ Windham

May 24, 16-2 (W) vs. Portland

May 22, 15-14 (W) vs. Cape

Elizabeth

~ Puzzles ~

. . . GOLF from page 28

Al Taplin was the best player in the B Division with his net score of even par. Lee Page won three skins. Ed McDonough, George Gochros, Jed Lowry, Keith O’Connor, Leo Dunn, and Doug Quagliaroli each won one.

Free Fishing Weekend on June 3-4

STATEWIDE -

On Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4, any person may fish in Maine without a license (except those whose license has been suspended or revoked). All other laws and regulations apply on these days. For more information. go to https://www. maine.gov/ifw/fishing-boating/ fishing/index.html.

May 20, 16-11 (L) vs. Falmouth

Noble High School

Varsity Baseball

May 30, 2-1 (W) @ Massabesic

May 27, 4-1 (W) vs. Portland

May 25, 7-1 (L) @ Kennebunk

Varsity Softball

May 27, 17-4 (L) vs. Massabesic

May 24, 8-7 (W) @ Portland

Varsity Boys Lacrosse

May 26, 18-9 (L) @ Marshwood

May 25, 19-6 (W) @ Massabesic

Varsity Girls Lacrosse

May 26, 17-4 (L) @ Cheverus

May 24, 10-4 (L) @ Bonny Eagle

Traip Academy

Varsity Baseball

May 29, 17-0 (L) @ Sacopee

Valley

May 26, 1-0 (L) vs. Old Orchard Beach

May 25, 10-3 (L) vs. York

Varsity Softball

May 29, 12-2 (L) @ Sacopee

Valley

May 26, 15-7 (L) vs. Old Orchard

Beach

May 25, 20-1 (L) @ NYA

Varsity Boys Lacrosse

May 26, 15-11 (L) @ Gray-New

Gloucester

Varsity Girls Lacrosse

May 30, 11-6 (L) @ Wells

May 24, 11-4 (W) vs. Fryeburg

May 23, 17-1 (L) vs. NYA

Berwick Academy

Varsity Baseball

May 25, 1-0 (L) vs. Beaver

Country Day

Varsity Softball

May 29, 1-0 (W) vs. Portland

May 24, 4-3 (L) @ South Portland

Scores from www.maxpreps.com

11. Strong hostilities

13. Vitamin of the B complex

15. Go quickly

17. Toast

1. Licensed for Wall Street

2. “__ and flow”

3. A very large body of water

4. Accumulate on the surface of

5. Central cores of the stem

18. A team’s best pitcher

21. A Philly culinary specialty

23. Small child

24. Unhappy

27. Trims away

29. Characterized by crying eyes

32. Soft touch

34. American spy organization

35. A person’s chest

36. Came from behind to win

39. Fall back

40. Nellie __, journalist

43. Great places to kayak

44. Suffer patiently

46. Majestic bird

47. Electroencephalograph

49. Organic compound used as an antiseptic

51. Objects connected to the web (abbr.)

54. Ship as cargo

59. The bill in a restaurant

60. Upper-class young woman (abbr.)

61. Judge in OJ Simpson trial

62. One’s grandmother

64. Siberian river

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~ Real Estate ~

Janna Sophia

SOUTH BERWICK – NEW LISTING!

Location is everything with this attractive 9 room, 4 BR, 3 BA home, close to downtown and all amenities such as restaurants, shops, post office, etc. Gourmet kitchen with modern appliances, granite counters, and breakfast bar. Formal DR. Cozy den with wood-burning FP. Spacious front-to-back LR. Sun room leads to a large, private deck perfect for outdoor entertaining. Primary BR suite has it’s own full BA and walk-in closet. Comfortable atmosphere with plenty of space to spread out! Offered at $489,900

207.384.4008 96 Portland St, South Berwick, ME 03908 www.Century21BarbaraPatterson.com Info@Century21BarbaraPatterson.com

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•CALL NOW FOR A FREE MARKET ANALYSIS!

JANNA SYRENE, BROKER Direct: 207.475.8626 janna@beangroup.com teamsyrene.com

877-646-8664 MAINECASTLES.COM

Leo Tetreault BROKER/OWNER ABR CRS RES Colonial Square, 952 Post Rd, Suite 8 Wells, ME 04090 Email: mainecastles@gmail.com

Greg Gosselin, Broker/Owner

207-752-2353 direct greg@greggosselin.com 647 US Route One, York, ME

Jerry Tatlock

Associate Broker/Owner 96 Portland St, South Berwick, ME 03908 Business (207) 384-4008 Mobile (207) 752-0407

Jerry.Tatlock@Century21.com

www.Century21BarbaraPatterson.com

Each O ce is Independently Owned and Operated

Bill Green Century 21 North East 207-712-6165

Search here: billgreen21.biz

Cleanout Services REALTOR Lic.#:BA913855

GOSSELIN REALTY GROUP GRG

CHERYL FARLEY

ASSOCIATE BROKER REALTOR® Maine & NH

Ready to buy or sell? Contact me today!

1-207-641-9645

647 US Route 1, York, Maine cfarleyRE@gmail.com / www.teamgosselin.com

The Scoville Foley Team Presents THE COTTAGES AT COASTAL PINES

The Cottages at Coastal Pines offers bright and spacious open concept floor plans perfect for casual living and easy entertaining. From beautifully designed layouts to spacious kitchens and cottage style trim with generously sized bedrooms - the sense of warmth and charm within these unique cottage-style homes is felt the moment you step inside.

For more information about The Cottages at Coastal Pi nes, from open houses to new listings, visit ScovilleFo leyHomes.com or contact Carrie Scoville at (207) 409-9378 info@ScovilleFoleyHomes.com

• 207.885.0500

• Si gnatureHomesMaine.com

NEW LISTING

YORK - This magnificent, 4 BR Colonial, built in 2007, is nestled on 13 acres in a highly-desirable neighborhood. Property offers a blend of modern comfort, timeless elegance, and captivating natural surroundings. Thoughtfully-designed open first-floor plan, perfect for relaxation and entertaining. Inviting eat-in kitchen with a stylish island, ample counter space, and cozy eating area. The formal DR provides an elegant setting for hosting memorable gatherings. Adjacent is an LR with FP, creating a warm and welcoming ambiance. The second floor boasts 4 generouslysized BRs, ensuring plenty of space for all. Two full BAs provide convenience for everyone. The primary is a private retreat. Expansive grounds surround the property, providing unmatched seclusion. With access to York Pond, outdoor enthusiasts will relish the opportunity to fish in the summer and iceskate during the winter. The fully-finished lower level is a versatile space that can be tailored to your needs, complete with a full BA. With direct access to the grounds, easily enjoy the play area or gather around the firepit for unforgettable moments. $795,000

NEW LISTING

SANFORD - This single-family home has it all! Large corner lot with mature trees, many options for entertaining with large eat-in kitchen, DR, cozy LR with wood-burning FP, and backyard screened room. There is a first-floor room without a closet that can be used as a bedroom, office, or den. The location is convenient to restaurants, shopping, Portland and Boston airports, as well as many lakes in Maine and New Hampshire, and only about 30 minutes to Wells Beach. Let’s not forget the 2-car, attached garage with direct entry into the kitchen. How fun will it be to update with your style and current trends? Schedule your showing today! $331,500

NEW LISTING

YORK - Welcome to your dream home! Discover this stunning property featuring 4 BRs, 2-1/2 BAs, 2-car garage, and scenic views. With 2,500 SF of living space, every room offers its own unique ambiance, providing the perfect place to relax or entertain guests. Enjoy the chefgrade kitchen with its center island, top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, and ample storage. Take in the views while enjoying a refreshing beverage on the back deck or the front porch. This home is located in a prime location close to hiking trails, area attractions, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this home yours. Contact us today to schedule a viewing! $1,345,000

YORK - The Ledges at Gulf Hill! Beaches, shopping, restaurants, Perkins Cove, Nubble Lighthouse, Mt. Agamenticus, Marginal Way, and more, are easily accessible from this centralized location. This 4 BR Colonial design is atop Gulf Hill and enjoys views of the Gulf of Maine to the east and Mt. A to the west. Stunning sunrises and sunsets are sure to please.

NEW LISTING

The main level features an open floor plan that includes a mudroom, 1/2 BA, office/study, FP, and deck. The 4 BRs are located on the second floor with the primary stealing the show. It features high ceilings, great views, an oversized walk-in closet, and an ensuite BA with double vanity, soaking tub with views, and large, tiled, walk-in shower. Just down the hall you find a laundry room, full BA, and the other BRs. Not enough space? Head down to finished walk-out basement. Don’t wait to secure your new construction home in this fantastic new development surrounded by more than 130 acres of open space and conservation land! $1,595,000

PENDING

YORK - Introducing your dream home with ocean views at Gulf Hill! Nestled in a breathtaking, coastal landscape, this stunning 3 BR home offers the perfect blend of modern luxury and idyllic serenity. With 2 finished floors, 2-1/2 BAs, gourmet kitchen, 9’ ceilings, and patio overlooking the ocean, this home promises a lifestyle that’s beyond compare. The open concept design seamlessly connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas. The kitchen is a chef’s delight with top-of-the-line appliances, sleek cabinetry, and large island. The high ceilings throughout add a touch of grandeur, and an open and airy feel. The spacious LR features large windows and ocean views. Upstairs you’ll find 3 generously-sized BRs, each offering ample closet space and large windows that capture the ocean vistas. The master suite is complete with a private ensuite BA and walk-in closet. On the patio, you’ll be greeted by ocean views that stretch as far as the eye can see. It’s the perfect spot to unwind, entertain, or simply soak in the beauty of nature. $1,650,000

KITTERY - Move right in... This newly constructed home is ready to go! The first floor features HW throughout, propane fireplace in LR, stunning kitchen with quartz counters and large island, huge pantry, and stainless appliances, 2-car attached garage with high ceilings, and a half BA. On the second floor you will find 3 BRs, all with HW floors. The primary is ensuite with a double vanity and tiled shower stall, and has a massive walk-in closet with direct access to the laundry room. Down the hall you have a stunning shared BA and 2 large BRs. This home is drenched in sunlight from its southern exposure and oversized casement windows. Easy access to all the seacoast area has to offer. Just minutes from Portsmouth, Kittery Foreside, Kittery Point, and York beaches. SOLD FOR$749,900

SOLD

Jeff Jellison | Laura Daly | Terry Pirini | Brent Mohr | Bob Pape | Ray Pape | Jason Clark | Jeremy Mirick | Arthur Kyricos | Jack Hathaway | Ann DiMascio | Ken Moulison | Tracy Gervais | Beth Dorr | Steve Harding