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Tuition-Free Business & Career Classes Online This February STATEWIDE New Ventures Maine has announced tuition-free online workshops and classes for February that are designed to help people in Maine start a business, build a career, and manage money. The full class schedule with offerings for February 2022 and beyond is accessible at bit.ly/ NVMEClasses. Classes include: Making Career Choices: Tuesday, February 1, 10-11 a.m. Ready for a career change but don’t know where to start? This workshop will help point you in the right direction. We will cover

what to consider when making a career choice and the resources available to help you succeed. Also offered Thursday, February 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Business Basics: Wednes-

days, February 2-16, 12-1 p.m. This class covers the basics of a business plan, marketing, and cash planning. It will help you assess the feasibility, desirability, and viability of your business

idea and get you started with your plan. My Next Career Move: Wednesdays, February 2 - March 9, 10-11:30 a.m. Assess your skills, interests, and experiences and relate them to career options. Identify high-growth, high-wage job fields, as well as low- and nocost education and training options. The class meets weekly on Zoom for career planning activities and discussion. My Money Works: Thursdays, February 3 - March 10, 10-11 a.m. Gain the skills and confidence you need to stretch

your money, pay your bills, reduce debt, find money for savings, plan for retirement, and set personal financial goals with a plan to achieve greater financial stability. Bu i ld i ng Con f ide nce: Thursdays, February 3-17, 6-7:30 p.m. Whether you are navigating recent changes, looking for a job, starting a business, or simply want to be more confident, join this class to assess your confidence and learn concrete tools to help you build your confidence See CLASSES page 13...

Rabbit Receives High Honor in National Competition WELLS – Wells Junior High School seventh grade student Jack McDevitt has an interesting and educational hobby that ties in with his studies. McDevitt, a member of 4-H, raises pigs and goats but mostly rabbits in his family’s barn in Wells. What makes this more interesting is that his rabbits are not just pets but carefully bred and raised to be show rabbits to appear and be judged at events such as area fairs. In November of 2021, he traveled to Kentucky with his mother Amylynn and father Tom

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all of the white and ruby eyed rabbits shown in the youth members category competition. “It’s a very big deal,” said McDevitt modestly who became interested in rabbits four years ago and acquired his first one back then. Since that time, he has raised more rabbits and acquired knowledge and experience with breeding and genetics. “Convention is a place where years of hard work and care are shown off,” commented McDevitt. “Each of those 16,000 See RABBIT page 2...

Construction at Shipyard Continues KITTERY Portsmouth Naval Shipyard commenced a second series of pile driving operations in the vicinity of Dry Dock #1, which began Monday, January 24 as part of the MILCON P310 Super Flood Basin Construction Project. The construction project was awarded November 21, 2019 to Cianbro Corporation, Pittsfield, Maine as a firm-fixed-price contract for $157,949,610. Dry Dock #1 is the shallowest of the three dry docks at the shipyard and required a buoyancy assist system comprised of large floodable air-

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plus five of his rabbits (of different breeds) in a family vehicle to attend the 98th annual American Rabbit Breeders Association Convention held at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville. This convention featured about 9,000 exhibiters and 16,000 thousand rabbits from around the nation and other countries including Great Britain. While three of McDevitt’s rabbits received various awards, one rabbit in particular named Hey Jude, earned this student a Blue Ribbon as Hey Jude was judged “Best of Variety” among

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at the entrance of the dry dock and enables submarines to dock without the use of buoyancy assist tanks. Dry Dock #1 remains in service during construction to support the submarine maintenance schedules at the shipyard. “Construction of Dry Dock #1’s Super Flood Basin continues to progress as we look forward to finishing the project and testing the latest addition to the Shipyard’s waterfront capabilities,” said Shipyard Commander, Capt. Daniel Ettlich. “This investment in our infrastructure enables us to operate See DOCK page 14... Have you seen our

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South Berwick-Tuskegee Sister City Project on CBS

SOUTH BERWICK The South Berwick-Tuskegee, AL, Sister City Project was featured on CBS Evening News recently on January 5. Now in its sixth year, the program was selected by CBS to note positive works in the community. To watch the report, visit www.youtube.com/ watch?v=U95teb56Cvo. This is the second recent national recognition of the project,

which includes the December article in The Municipal magazine, seen at www.themunicipal. com/2021/12/sister-cities-formspecial-relationship/. Marshwood educators and administrators have participated is the South Berwick-Tuskegee, AL, Sister City project from its initial planning stages. As the project grew, additional Marshwood educators, students, and

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WELLS Have you wondered what’s happening at 2251 Sanford Road (Route 109), Wells, across from the former High Pine Fire Station? High Pines Village is rising from the snow! The community of 120 single-family homes will be offering affordable housing to the Southern Maine’s workforce – with a price range of $237,500$250,000. Model homes are currently under construction. The residential units will occupy a little less than 100 of the 556.02 acres of land, so that local developer Howard J. Hall offered almost 460 acres to the Town of Wells as a gift. The open space will be managed by the Wells Conservation Commission who hope to establish the area for recreation and nature preservation. Since these homes are intended to serve the workforce,

rabbits shown there was bred and cared for to reach their full potential, and, to me, (the convention) was just honoring the four years of work I put into my rabbits to have them become what they are today. So, the fact I have the best rabbit of its color in the country for the youth members is a great honor.” Jack McDevitt’s science teacher at WJHS is Rebecca Carbin. “Jack has a genuine interest in science and a true knack for it as well,” commented Carbin,“No matter what project or assignment he is tasked with, he puts forth a tremendous

amount of effort, showcasing his proficiency and depth of understanding.” In the spring Carbin’s students will cover the topics of genetics and heredity. “Students will learn how you can follow and predict traits that get passed from parents to offspring. Jack has had firsthand experience with these topics through his work with his rabbits,” added Carbin. “I can’t wait for Jack to share his expertise…!” Article and photo by Reg Bennett, Public Information Officer at Wells-Ogunquit C.S.D.

community members were included and collaborated with the Tuskegee members. They have worked together by visiting each other’s communities, meeting virtually, and hosting presenters in their schools and community. The Marshwood Education Foundation and other community organizations have also supported the project with grants, donations, and as hosts to visitors. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/commongroundsistercityfriends/.

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~ News ~ Grants to School Administrative Units to Expand Pre-K Programs KITTERY -

Governor Janet Mills announced that 14 school administrative units will receive a total of $2.7 million in grant funding from the Maine Department of Education to create or expand Pre-K programs this year. The grants, which are the first of two rounds from the Governor’s Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan, will increase the availability and accessibility of Pre-K for more than 500 children across Maine. A second, $6.3 million round of grants – making for a total $10 million investment in Pre-K from the Governor’s Jobs Plan – will be awarded later this year for programs beginning in fall 2023. “Expanding Pre-K and child care opportunities is a major priority for my Administration, which is why it is a focus of my Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan,” said Governor Janet Mills. “Pre-K better prepares children for success in school while also helping parents better balance the everyday demands of childcare and their jobs – it’s a win-win. I am pleased to award these funds through the Department of Education, and we will continue to work hard to make Pre-K more available and more accessible.”

School administrative units will use the grants to purchase or renovate facility space; support staff recruitment and training; or pay for other start-up costs necessary create new Pre-K programs, expand the capacity or schedules of existing programs, or re-establish prior programs. The Maine Department of Education preliminary grants being awarded locally include $514,481 for the Kittery School Department. The school administrative units receiving grants were selected through a competitive process from DOE, with priority given to programs that serve students from disadvantaged backgrounds and establish partnerships with community organizations to further support students and families. Six school administrative units will partner with Head Starts or other community providers on their Pre-K programs. Public Pre-K programs are proven to promote child development and create long-term positive impacts. A 2019 study by the Learning Policy Institute on the impacts of Pre-K found investments in early childhood education bolster student success and have positive impacts on children’s early literacy, math, and, social-emotional skills.

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Berwick Public Library COVID-19 Protocols

The library is open with no restrictions on patron capacity or visit time limits. Masks are still required in the building. Curbside pick-up of materials remains available.

Library Awarded Grant

The Berwick Public Library has been awarded a grant from the Maine Humanities Council that will help fund a video documentary about “Democracy, Journalism and the Informed Citizen.” The producers are Berwick Library Director Sharon Kelly and Berwick Community Media Director Terri Wright. The documentary will ex-

~ Library News ~ amine Berwick, but the topics are relevant statewide and nationwide, as news-gathering and news dissemination has shifted from the reporting process to social media. The documentary expected to be released in May.

Winter Reading Challenge

This challenge will run through February 28 and is open to teens and adults with a library card at the Berwick Public Library, or the South Berwick Public Library, or the D.A. Hurd Library in North Berwick. The more books you read, the more points you’ll earn for your town library and the more tickets you’ll earn to enter our prize drawings: a $100 Amazon gift

card, a $100 Barnes and Noble gift card, and a $100 Hannaford gift card. There will be two winners for each prize. Complete the challenge online through the website Beanstack (register on our website) or use a paper tracker form (available on our website or at the library).

Local Authors Display

Berwick fourth grade students at Knowlton School are sharing stories they have been working on; the stories are on display at the library.

Heart to Heart Talk on Video

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about his organization and the many services they have available for senior citizens. Find the video through the library’s Blog page.

visit www.berwick.lib.me.us.

ComicsPlus

The library currently offers inperson browsing (masks worn properly required) and curbside service.

A Berwick Public Library card gives you access to over 20,000 comics and graphic novels. ComicsPlus is accessible by downloading the Library Pass application.

Minecraft

Wednesdays at 4 p.m.

LEGO Club

The LEGO Club meets Thursdays at 4 p.m. Each week a different challenge.

Storytime

Storytime has returned! Storytime will be offered every Friday at 10:30 a.m. Call the library if you are unsure whether or not storytime will be held. All ages are welcome!

STEM Zone

We have a STEM Zone set up in the library alongside our Lego area by the Young Adult and Junior Fiction books.

New Adult Fiction and Nonfiction Books

Check the library’s website for all the new titles.

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi will remain available in the library’s parking lot, and digital books and audio books are available by download through the Cloud Library application on the library’s website. There is also a link to the Digital Maine Library, and a link for Stay-ay Home Resources.

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People who have a Portland Public Library card have access to that downloadable collection as well. The research databases are available under the resources tab on the website for students and their parents.

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Take Your Child to the Library Day

Saturday, February 5, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Visit and take home a special scratch bookmark and Mochi Squishy Toy to read with!

BrrrrWicks Winter Reading Challenge

Adult readers with a library card from the Berwick, South Berwick, or the D. A. Hurd North Berwick public libraries may participate either online through the Beanstack website or with a paper version tracker for the challenge. Read (or listen to audiobooks) to win points for our town and tickets so you can enter a drawing for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card, a $100 Barnes and Noble gift card or a $100 Hannaford gift card. Two of each available.

STEM Kits

Astronomy, Create-a-Chain-Reaction, Engineering, Gaming, Human Body, Hydraulics Engineering, Metal Detecting, Natural Disasters, 4-H Galactic Quest, Rocks/ Gemstones/Minerals, and littleBits Coding. There are also four Winter sled/snow block kits, and several game kits, and an audio kit available to play audiobooks. Our patrons may check-out and borrow a kit for a week.

Bundles

“Book Bundles for Adults and Teens/YA” are available by completing this form: https://forms. gle/rAVmJSmHhybSZ1nc9; “Book Bundles for Children” are available by completing this form: https:// forms.gle/VJ7mNF78aCaVSAdh9;

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~ Library News ~ Nonfiction Book Group

“Surprise Movie Bundles” are available by completing this form: https://forms.gle/zEoRvv22besKRgaGA

Wednesday, February 2 at 4:30 p.m. The Nonﬁction book group will meet in person – all are welcome! Our pick for this month is “Lincoln’s Last Trial” by Dan Abramson.

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The library is a drop-off location, accepting non-perishable donations for the North Berwick Food Pantry, and also has a Community Food Exchange.

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Free WiFi is available 24/7.

For More Information

Call the library at 207-676-2215 or visit www.da-hurd.lib.me.us.

William Fogg Library Lego Club

Join us every Thursday 1-4 p.m. in the Kentroom. Complete the weekly challenge or create something from your own imagination.

Teen Advisory Board

Join the TAB for a fun and exciting way to help plan programs, earn volunteer hours, and meet new people. Ages 13 and up welcome! For more information email Eliza at childrensservices@williamfogglibrary.org or stop by the library.”

Around the World is Back!

Join us Saturday, February 5, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Kentroom. Come travel with us as we visit beautiful faraway places through books, crafts, activities, and virtual reality. This month we will be traveling to China, all ages are welcome!

For More Information

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

Wells Public Library

Friday, January 28 at 3 p.m. Participants are invited to build master creations with Legos provided by the library. We will also have Rubik’s cubes on hand with instructions on how to solve the Cube. All ages welcome; meet at the library.

Mother Goose Storytime

Monday, January 31 at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 0-24 months and their caregivers are invited to engage in lap activities, rhymes, songs, and ﬁngerplays.

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Wednesday, February 2 at 10:30 a.m. and Friday, February 4 at 1 p.m. Ages 2-5 years old and their caregivers are invited to meet us at the library for stories, songs, and movement, all followed by a craft.

Fiber Arts

Friday, January 28 at 10:30 a.m. Join us every Friday at the library to show off your latest knitting creation, get tips on your crochet technique, and just chat with old friends. All ages and skills welcome.

Conversational French

Thursday, February 3 at 6:30 p.m. Join us for an informal approach to practicing or re-learning French. This week the program is going to be over Zoom. Email Cindy at cappleby@wellstown.org for the Zoom link.

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Kittery Town Update Dog License Renewal

Dog License renewal deadline is January 31. Renew online at www. kitteryme.gov/town-clerk/pages/ dog-licenses; by mail by providing a rabies certificate and neutering/ spayed certificate, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope and a check made out to the Town of Kittery with the corresponding fee for your dog(s). License

requests should be addressed to: Town Clerk, 200 Rogers Road Kittery, ME 03904; by visiting the Town Hall Customer Service Center, Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. If your license is not renewed by January 31, a $25 late fee will be assessed. FMI: Assistant Town Clerk Jillian Marshall at 207-475-1311 or jmarshall@ kitteryme.org.

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Marshwood Educ. Fundraiser

The Marshwood Education Foundation presents their first event fundraiser in two years at the York Harbor Inn, 480 York Street, York Harbor, at 7 p.m. It will be Roaring ‘20s-themed night of fun to raise money to support enrichment programs in our schools! FMI: marshwood-education-foundation.org.

Saturday, January 29 Ski For Good

A benefit event to support York County Community College Students is taking place at Mt. Abram. Tickets are $55 each with $25 going to support YCCC students. Limited tickets available. FMI: campuslife@yccc.edu.

Ski/Snowshoe Tuckahoe Preserve

Ski/Snowshoe at Tuckahoe Preserve, Hubbard Road, Berwick from 10 a.m. to noon with Great Works Regional Land Trust. Located approximately 4.3 miles north of Berwick center, this 140acre preserve is located along the Salmon Falls River. Reservation required, info@gwrlt.org or 207646-3604.

Toxic Relationship Support

Thriving After Narcissistic or Toxic Relationships! This group meets to empower, support and recover. Next meeting is at 10:30 a.m. at the Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Road. Free but space is limited so please reserve by emailing NarcFreeSeacoast@ gmail.com.

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Monday, January 31 Energy, Utilities & Technology Committee Meeting

The Energy, Utilities & Technology

(EUT) Committee Session Preview meeting will take place at 9 a.m. via Zoom. Panel to include: Sen. Mark Lawrence, D-Eliot, Senate Chair; Rep. Nathan Wadsworth, R-Hiram, Ranking Member; Philip L. Bartlett II, Chair, Maine Public Utilities Commission and Bill Harwood, Public Advocate Nominee. E2Tech events are free for members of the press, Maine students, elected public officials, and state of Maine employees. Email info@ e2tech.org to be registered under these categories.

Tuesday, February 1 TBD Connections in Kennebunk

A free networking organization for business professionals looking to grow their connections and business. Every Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom. Go to www.tbdconnections.net/kennebunk for the link.

Wednesday, February 2 Wednesday Wandering

Join Great Works Regional Land Trust for a Wednesday Wandering at Checkerberry Trail, Orris Falls Conservation Area, South Berwick from 10 a.m. to noon. Meet at the parking area for Orris Falls Conservation Area and explore this wooded trail that connects Orris Falls Conservation Area to the Mount A trail network. Snowshoes or walking shoes recommended. Reservations required. FMI: www. gwrlt.org, info@gwrlt.org or 207646-3604.

Winter Walk

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Meet on the Wells Reserve’s Laudholm campus to explore nature through a creative lens. We will walk a mile or more in about 90 minutes. Free. Registration required. Email caryn@wellsnerr.org or call 207646-1555 x 110. FMI: www.wellsreserve.org/calendar.

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Grief Share Meeting

GriefShare is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help those rebuild their lives after the loss of a loved one. Meet at the Cape Neddick Baptist Church vestry from 6:15-8 p.m. FMI: www.griefshare.org/

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Eliot Weekly Food Pantry

Low on food? We can help! Every Thursday: 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. Eliot Baptist Church parking lot, 912 Harold L. Dow Highway, Eliot. Have extra to share? Drop off donations at the same time/place. FMI: 207748-1248.

Friday, February 4 Astronomy Club Meeting

The Astronomical Society of Northern New England (ASNNE) will hold its monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. at The New School, 38 York Street, Kennebunk. The business meeting, also open to the public, commences at 7 p.m. From stargazers and hobbyists, to serious observers, astrophotographers, and those interested in astronomical theory, all are welcome. FMI: visit www.asnne.org.

Saturday, February 5 Orris Falls Outing

Join Great Works Regional Land Trust for an outdoor hike to Orris Falls, South Berwick from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The unique geology and natural history of the Tatnic region of Wells and South Berwick have resulted in unusual features, such as Baker’s Oven (accessible only when the marsh is frozen), that have been the subject of folklore. The group will visit Orris Falls, the “Big Bump” and Balancing Rock. Reservations required. FMI: www. gwrlt.org, info@gwrlt.org or 207646-3604.

Winter Wildlife Tracking

9 a.m. - noon. Mammals, birds, and even insects leave tracks, trails, and signs of their presence. In this walk, certified wildlife tracker Dan Gardoqui will teach how to interpret the abundant clues left by wildlife at the Wells Reserve. For adults and interested teens. Cohosted with York County Audubon. $25/$20. Registration required. Email suzanne@wellsnerr.org or call 207-646-1555 x 116. FMI: www.wellsreserve.org/calendar.

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~ News ~ Local MDOT Projects include Route 109 Traffic Light YORK COUNTY State Representative Tim Roche (R-Wells) is pleased to announce that the Maine Department of Transportation (MDOT) Work Plan for Calendar Years 2022, 2023 and 2024 is available. The estimated value of work in the plan totals more than 2,316 individual work items with a total value of $3.17 billion. This represents a substantial increase from last year due to anticipated federal funding. The MDOT Work Plan for House District 7 includes $6,686,000 for nine projects, including: Bridge replacement over the Webhannet River on Post Road; An expanded platform

Recruitment for Poll Workers KITTERYThis past Tuesday was National Poll Worker Recruitment Day, a national day of action established by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) to encourage people to help America vote by signing up to be a poll worker. Citizens are needed to work at the polls on Election Day, as well as in advance to help process absentee ballots. Individuals interested in becoming a poll worker for the Town of Kittery must meet the following eligibility requirements: Be 18 years old; Be a registered Maine voter; Be a resident of Kittery; Not be a candidate or member of a candidate’s immediate family. To sign-up, contact Town Clerk Karen Estee at kestee@kitteryme.org or 207475-1313.

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project at the site of the existing Wells Amtrak stop, including construction of a second, parallel track continuing south for approximately 6 miles; and Bridge substructure rehabilitation over Branch Brook on Route 9A on the Wells-Kennebunk town line and other state roads in the area. “I am particularly grateful for the work MDOT is currently doing on the Route 109 traffic light, something our community has been seeking for years,” said Rep. Roche. “This year’s Work Plan includes additional federal funds that will help MDOT offset rising material and labor costs. These and other improvements are needed to make our roads safer and strengthen our economy.” The full work plan, searchable by municipality, is available at www.maine.gov/mdot/projects/workplan/search/.

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~ Arts & Entertainment ~ Django All The Way Kicks Off Concert Series at The Dance Hall KITTERY Violinist and Django By the Sea Founder, Jason Anick, will come together with all-star musicians to celebrate the music of Django Reinhardt for a series of six performances throughout

2022, including the renowned Django by the Sea Festival in the fall. One of The Dance Hall’s premiere events, the annual Festival is the premier Gypsy Jazz festival in all of New England. On February 5 the series

Gown Exhibit at Museum KENNEBUNK – For the first time ever, over thirty performance gowns exclusively selected from the private collection of Jane Morgan, an internationally-known stage and screen star in entertainment’s Golden Age, will debut at The Brick Store Museum in Kennebunk. The exhibition, titled “Jane Morgan: In My Style,” will run from February 1 through May 21. The collection spans the singer’s illustrious stage, screen, and TV career from the 1950s1980s. Morgan, known for her song “Fascination”, has a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame; twice sang the winning song at the Oscars; received numerous awards and accolades across her international singing career, and is well known for the special gowns she wore for every appearance, including singing and performing for Royalty, including Queen Elizabeth and Princess Diana; Heads of State such as French President, Charles de Gaulle; Presidents John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, and George W. Bush. The time is right to bring the collection to the public. As Morgan says, “They’re just so magnificent. It’s hard to believe I even wore these treasures.” To prepare the vintage designer gowns for the exhibition, each piece was unpacked, sorted, selected, and prepared in Kennebunkport. Morgan calls them the “perfect confections”, each piece decorated with an abundance of dazzling, luxurious embellishments like sequins,

Kicks off with The acoustic jazz ensemble, Rhythm Future Quartet. Their agenda is this: to keep the spirit of Gypsy jazz alive and expanding in today’s musical universe. The virtuosic foursome, named for a Django Reinhardt tune, offers up a newly minted sound, influenced by the

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York Hospital Announces 2022 Art Exhibit Schedule

YORK York resident Cynthia Hosmer, and longtime chair of the York Hospital Art Committee, shared that last year the pandemic forced their gallery to also be pro-

vided online. The following artists will be exhibiting in the York Hospital café and in the online gallery during 2022: Eric Ebbeson will be on display from January to March. Eric

KAA Shows “Strokes of Color” KITTERY The Kittery Art Association (KAA) Gallery opens on February 3 with “Strokes of Color”, their first all-member exhibition of 2022. Strokes of Color features artwork that explores color and tone, the vibrations and emotions evoked, and how each individual artist employs their palette. Also on view are paintings by Beverly Perkins Tower, a spotlight artist feature. Tower creates her beautiful landscape, still life and abstract paintings using acrylic, inks, watercolor, oil, mixed media and photography. She also creates works of art with jewelry. Tower acquired a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts majoring in jewelry and silversmithing from the Portland School of Art. She is a certified diamontologist from

the Diamond Council of America. She has taken various classes and workshops to include painting with Stephen Greene and photography instruction from John Eide in Paris, France. Tower has shown her work locally in the Art Center in Dover, NH, and the Kittery Art Association in Kittery Point, and is a juried member of The New Hampshire Art Association in Portsmouth, NH. She has received many accolades for her work and is an International Award Winning artist and recipient of the 2020 Copic Award from Tokyo, Japan. Strokes of Color runs till March 6 and admission is free. KAA is located at 8 Coleman Avenue in Kittery Point. For details, visit www.kitteryartassociation.org or call 207-451-9384.

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is an artist living and working on the seacoast of New Hampshire. He graduated from Dartmouth College with a degree in studio art in 1968. He has exhibited in many art galleries and art shows in New England for the last 50 years and works in many media, including serigraphs, watercolors, acrylics, pen and ink, calligraphy, and alcohol ink. Sometimes he combines these media in creative and unusual ways. His work ranges from very realistic and figurative to abstract and unusual. He frequently combines art and letterforms, and has created a very successful series of prints and notecards using this method. He has been an art educator , teaching art at all levels. He has taught art at the Darrow School (New Lebanon, NY), Hampton Academy, Brush and Palette (North Hampton, NH), and led several drawing groups. He has also illustrated two books, “The Ambiguity of Autumn,” a book of poetry by Jeff Volk, and “Luna and Floyd Visit their Grandparents,” a children’s book by Lauren Levine. During the pandemic he participated in “The Sketchbook Project,” a compendium of artists’ sketchbooks put online and also exhibited at the Brooklyn Art Library. Dr. Kenneth Fellows artwork will be on display from April to June. After retiring from academic medicine and moving to Kittery Point almost 25 years ago, Dr. Fellows started drawing and painting as a hobby. Many local artists guided and inspired his early watercolor work. Painting has been so absorbing and compelling, it has become a ‘second act’ in his retirement. Listening to music while he paints, hours zip by, putting some creative wonder into life. He paints whatever interests him, switching from still life to Maine landscapes to portraits (mostly of his granddaughter, Ella) to interior scenes to old magazine covers, abstracts, postcards and dated seed catalogs—whatever captures his attention. In all

his painting, he tries to live up to Dewitt Hardy’s aphorism that “we’re in the business of making miracles.” Stephen Harby’s work will be on display from July to September. Stephen was a visiting critic at the Yale School of Architecture for 15 years and conducts a travel enterprise, Stephen Harby Invitational. From an early age, travel, architectural history, and professional practice captured his interest and competed for his attention. At Yale College, he pursued a double major in architectural history and architecture, which instilled a passion for observation. Following graduation, Stephen spent a year traveling, studying Italian in Florence, and sketching, which combined all these pursuits for the first time. Returning to Yale for architecture school, Stephen studied under Cesar Pelli and Charles Moore. Following graduation, he moved to California to join Charles Moore at UCLA’s Urban Innovations Group, where he was project manager for a range of buildings, including the Beverly Hills Civic Center. From 19992000, he was the Marion O. and Maximilian E. Hoffman Rome Prize Fellow in Architecture at the American Academy in Rome. He is based in Santa Monica and has lectured and published. His work has been exhibited at the Art Institute of Chicago, UCLA School of the Arts and Architecture, Hunter College in New York and at the Fine Arts Building in Los Angeles. Dustan (Dusty) Knight is a professional artist, educator, and art writer. Her artwork will be on display from October to December. She earned her MFA from Pratt Institute in New York and an MA in art history from Boston University. She is a recipient of a New Hampshire State Fellowship for the Arts, a MacDowell Colony residency, and a past resident of Cummington Artist Colony. Dustan is represented by galleries across the U.S., including Art Three in Manchester and the

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Ogunquit Art Association. She’s a contributing writer to Art New England, a frequent juror, and gives demonstrations and workshops in watercolor, art business, and art history. Her work has appeared in Watercolor magazine, Daniel Smith, Cheap Joe’s and Ampersand Insider newsletters. Dustan’s work is in many private and public collections, including Macy’s, Acme and Oracles as well as numerous hospitals and New Hampshire public buildings. Alex deConstant‘s work will be on display from July to September in a gallery adjacent to the café. Alex is a Seacoast artist whose graphic seascape imagery is channeled through the medium of color woodcuts. His North Hampton studio is within walking distance to the granite sand beaches, reefs, and point breaks where he has surfed since his youth. An intimate knowledge of the New Hampshire coastline is where his inspiration begins. The rugged natural beauty and energy hold endless opportunities for his subject matter. Alex’s association with Don Gorvett Gallery was by invitation to work alongside master printmaker and artist Don Gorvett in his studio and gallery on Ceres Street in downtown Portsmouth, NH, in 2007. His woodcuts are in the permanent print collection of the Boston Athenaeum, and private collections. Artwork is available to purchase and a portion of each sale is donated to York Hospital. To view the current gallery online visit www.yorkhospital.com/ online-art-gallery/.

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~ Arts & Entertainment ~ Fourth Annual Village Toy Funatic LEGO Build-Off! OGUNQUIT Beat the winter blues by build your own unique LEGO creation and compete with other master builders in the Village Toy Funatic LEGO Build-Off! Sponsored by the Village Toy Funatic Store located at 232 Main Street in Ogunquit, this year’s event is sure to attract LEGO fanatics young and old alike. Master builders are tasked with using their own creativity

and personal LEGO collections to build amazing creations ranging from super cool vehicles, colorful buildings, crazy flying machines or a favorite or make believe animal – whatever and wherever imaginations take you! In addition to prizes, all entries will have their creations proudly displayed in the front windows of the store right on Main Street! The event takes place from January 14 through February 25

at 5 p.m. and all masterpieces will be returned to the master builder. Entries can be brought into the store or can be entered virtually by sending in a photograph of the creation to toys@villagetoyfunatic.com. Photos will be posted on the store’s social media pages and will be included in the front window displays. As this is a family event, this year’s competition also includes two new categories: Ages

Jewett Writers’ Circle Open to New Writers SOUTH BERWICK Writers looking to finish their book or memoir, poets wanting feedback on their work, or others looking to finally get started on that writing project they’ve had on the back burner, are invited to join the Jewett Writers’ Circle. The group meets by Zoom usually on the second Monday of each month, 6-8 p.m. on a drop-in basis at a cost of $10 each session. Members get to read a section of their work and then get feedback

from other members and facilitator Brian Evans-Jones, who has taught creative writing and poetry since 2008. Evans-Jones is originally from Britain where he was Poet Laureate of the Hampshire region. He facilitated a similar writing group at the Jane Austen House. His poems have appeared in magazines and competitions on both sides of the Atlantic, and his students have gone on to publish books, win competitions, and earn degrees in creative writing. The Jewett Writers’ Circle

Winner of Art Guild of the Kennebunks Scholarship Raffle KENNEBUNK The Art Guild of the Kennebunks is pleased to announce that Springvale resident Rita Kay Bergeron won the painting in the annual AGK Scholarship Fund raffle. The winning ticket was drawn at the Moose Lodge in Kennebunkport during the 2021 Prelude celebration. The oil painting, created by long-time AGK member, Mary Ann Kennedy, features a pastoral water view of a section of Cape Porpoise. The title of the 14” x 26” painting is “Morning in the Cape” (pictured). When she learned she won the painting, Bergeron said, “I enjoyed my visit to the exhibit, and I often take a chance on a raffle for a good cause. I’m very happy I was picked as the winner.” The scholarship, valued at $500, will be presented to a Kennebunk High School student who intends to follow a career in the arts. President of the AGK, Linda Van Tassell, said, “Each year the Guild holds a raffle of a painting by one of our members to raise funds for the scholarship. Art teachers at Kennebunk High School select the

most deserving student. The scholarship is awarded in June at the high school graduation ceremony. The scholarship fund is one of the many activities the Guild provides to support the arts.” Last year the AGK celebrated its 40th Anniversary. Over the years, in addition to traditional painters, AGK expanded to include photography, printmaking, sculpture, textile art, woodworking, pottery and mixed media. In addition to providing members the opportunity to exhibit their works to the public, the Guild offers art demonstration, plus camaraderie and support with other artists. Artist are invited to join the guild by submitting several of their works for consideration by the Jury Committee early this spring. For more information, visit www. artguildofthekennebunks.com.

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14-18 and an adult division. Also this year, LEGO has graciously donated amazing prizes and there will be three winners in each category: Ages 3-5; Ages 6-8; Ages 9-13; Ages 14-18 and Adult. Winners will be announced on February 27. Official rules include: No official LEGO sets can be used; Voting will be done at the store by customers and the store’s team of toy experts; One entry per person; Maximum size of each entry is 18” wide x 18”

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Maine Tourism Association Reaches Centennial Mark STATEWIDE The Maine Tourism Association (MTA) celebrates its 100th year in 2022. Incorporated in January 1922, the MTA is the state’s largest advocate for all tourism-related businesses. Members include lodging, restaurants, camps, campgrounds, retail, outdoor recreation, guides, tour operators, transportation, amusements, and cultural and historical attractions. MTA is a private, non-profit association that works closely with the state of Maine. MTA operates seven state visitor information centers — Kittery, Fryeburg, Yarmouth, Hampden North and South, Houlton, and Calais — and answers the state’s email and toll-free visitor information phone line. MTA has been producing and distributing the state’s official travel planner, Maine Invites

You, since its inception in 1933. The association also produces the official state highway map, as well as many other publications over the decades to provide information and inspire travelers in Maine. MTA was founded as the Maine Publicity Bureau by Hiram W. Ricker, son of the founder of Poland Spring, with the goal of “advertising the attractions of Maine as a tourist state.” On May 1, 1922, the headquarters were opened in the Pine State Building, Longfellow Square, Portland. The found-

ing members each contributed $1,000 (over $15,000 in today’s money) while other membership dues were between $500 and $25 ($25 equals $376 today). The name of the organization was changed in 1999 to the Maine Tourism Association. To celebrate its centennial, the MTA is hosting regional events and webinars throughout the year as well as a Centennial Gala, concert, and golf tournament as its annual meeting in May. The gala will be held at Poland Spring Resort. A new logo will be used in 2022 in recognition of the Association’s 100th year. The logo is a version of MTA’s new primary logo unveiled last fall. The centennial logo acknowledges the milestone with the zeros in 100 overlapping to create a pinecone effect, reflective of the Maine’s nickname as the Pine Tree State.

IWCNE Awards $16K+ to Four Charities

CAPE NEDDICK The International Women’s Club of New England (IWCNE) recently awarded funds to four different organizations. Pictured from left to right: Aubrey Bussey and Cheryl Hoffman of Oyster River Womenade, NH; Leslie

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Community Colleges Receive Grant For Solar Industry YORK COUNTY The KeyBank Foundation has donated $400,000 to support a new Green Jobs for ME program to help fight climate change by increasing the production of solar energy in Maine. The Green Jobs for ME program will expand the Maine Community College System's electrical journey technician program to address the shortage of available licensed electrical workers which are needed, by law, to do the key electrical work necessary to connect solar panels to the electrical grid. "We are very proud to partner with the Maine Community College System (MCCS) to create a pathway for providing needed licensed electrical workers to the state," said KeyBank Maine Market President, Chip Kelley. "With Maine's goal of sourcing 80% of the state's energy from renewable sources by 2030, innovations in workforce development are critical and we applaud MCCS' initiative to provide training opportunities to achieve this." Green Jobs for ME will train an additional 100 electrical workers over the next four years by redesigning an existing two-year, part-time electrical program offered by Eastern Maine Community College to make it a full-time program that can be completed in less than one year. This accelerated program will reduce a student's time before sitting for the electrical journey

Jamie McGhee, Assistant Professor Electrical Engineering Technologies (in cap) and community college students demonstrate solar panel installation to (second from left) Michael Fischer, President, York County Community College; Chip Kelly, Maine Market President, KeyBank; and John Fitzsimmons, President, The Foundation for Maine’s Community Colleges. Photo credit: MCCS.

technician licensure exam by a full year and will also be offered at York County Community College which will ease the predicted bottleneck for the 200 solar projects that are currently in the permitting process. While four

of Maine's community colleges offer electrical programs, the need for electricians far exceeds the number of graduates. "York County Community College is excited to be a part of the expanding solar energy pres-

YORK COUNTY Friends of Mount Agamenticus has been selected by The Fabulous Find to be one of the January charities. With their assistance, Friends of Mount Agamenticus will be able to continue the goal of supporting the Mount Agamenticus Conservation Proence in Maine by training the electrical workers needed for this endeavor," said Michael Fischer, President, York County Community College. "We are grateful to KeyBank for this opportunity to bring this accelerated program to Southern Maine."

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OGUNQUIT The Ogunquit community celebrated the “winter grand opening” of Mornings in Paris with Paul and Katelyn Humphrey, owners of Ogunquit’s newest year-round eatery. Pictured from left to right: Team members Claudia Ridge, Sydney Richelieu, Henry Ram-

well, Colin Kitchen and manager Mark Schmidt; owners Katelyn and Paul Humphrey; Ogunquit Chamber board members Christina Chadbourne (Kennebunk Savings), Brian Crawford (Ogunquit Playhouse), and Jake Kirsch (The Crooked Pine); interim town manager Matt Buttrick; Bread & Roses

owner Mary Breen; and Ogunquit Chamber executive director Alice Pearce. Mornings in Paris is a Parisian-styled café located at 246 Main Street open year round with daily baked specialty pastries and more than 20 flavors of macarons. They also roast their own all-organic coffee.

gram. The Friends of Mount A is a volunteer advocacy and stewardship group that assists program staff in carrying out educational, interpretive, community outreach and public use objectives without compromising the integrity of the Mount A region’s sensitive ecological habitat. Support from this fundraiser will help refresh and supplement the Learning Lodge exhibits and other experiences planned for the upcoming seasons. Prior to that, members of the Eliot Historical Society accepted a check from Fabulous Find as well (see photo). These funds will be used by the historical society to help in the funding its outreach programs and activities and caring for their #8 Oneroom Schoolhouse Museum. The Fabulous also chose to benefit Seacoast Outright this past fall with a grant of grant of $7,318.71! The grant enables Seacoast Outright to continue their support and advocacy work on behalf of LGBTQ+ youth in the greater seacoast area. Fabulous Find is a boutique-style resale shop at 139 State Road (Route 1) in Kittery that identifies non-profits to support with the boutique’s income. All profits from the boutique are donated each month to local non-profits. To learn more, go to www.thefabulousfind.org.

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~ Ask The Computer Pro ~ Dear Computer Pro, I have a seven-month-old desktop that was running great until I upgraded to Windows 11. Since then, I lose my WiFi connection regularly. I have checked for updates and ran all the troubleshooters, but the problem persists. Thanks for any suggestions, Don Dear Don, Welcome to the world of Windows OS upgrades with offthe-shelf computers! Unfortunately, these types of issues are not that uncommon and, as you are now aware, can be very frustrating for the home user. The first thing I would try would be going back into the Windows Updates screen and scroll down and click “Advanced options.” Then, scroll down and click on “Optional updates” to see if there are any driver updates that you can easily do to resolve the issue. I would go ahead and do all updates in this section as they are still working out a lot of the little kinks with Windows 11 and the thousands of desktops and laptops that are out there. If that does not work, another trick that works every now and then would be to open “Device Manager” and scroll down to “Network adapters” and click on the little arrow beside it to expand that section. Once expanded, you will see all the network devices. The Wi-Fi device in my laptop is an “Intel® Wi-Fi 6 AX201 160MHz”. Yours should read something like “Realtek Wi-Fi 5 (2x2)”. Right click on the WiFi adapter and then choose “Uninstall device” from the menu that appears. Click the “Uninstall button” from the confirmation dialogue box to complete the removal of the device. Next, right click on “Network adapters” and click “Scan for hardware changes” from the popup menu. This will reinstall the WiFi adapter and may resolve the problem. Lastly, you can purchase a USB WiFi adapter and that should get you back online with a stable connection. I personally use the EDUP AC600M (https://amzn.to/3fSS6Wx) adapters and love them. They install without a need for drivers, and they just work! If you go this route, though, it would be best to go back into “Device Manager” and right click on the old WiFi adapter and select “Disable device” so that it is not used in the future. Good luck! Matt Dear Computer Pro, My old laptop died, and I bought a new one. I have a bunch of pictures and documents on my old laptop that I can’t get to because the old laptop is dead. Is there any way to get the pics and documents off the old laptop so that I can see them on my new laptop? I do not want them on

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Foundation Changes Name to TramutoPorter Foundation OGUNQUIT Donato Tramuto, founder of the Tramuto Foundation announces a formal name change to TramutoPorter Foundation, reflecting the selfless commitment of Jeff Porter to the foundation and the vision of making a more compassionate and kinder world. The Foundation was founded in 2001 by Donato Tramuto and Jeffrey Porter following the tragic loss of dear friends on September 11. The vision of the TramutoPorter Foundation has always been to take the time to deeply hear the stories of those in need and tune our attention to the challenges they face by moving from empathy to action. For the past 20 years, they have provided financial assistance to nearly 100 organizations and scores of individuals across the globe funding each year 2-4 college scholarships as well as

entering into partnerships with organizations whose vision it is to make the world more just and fair. “The name change to the TramutoPorter Foundation is a clear recognition of the commitment and dedication from my life partner, Jeff Porter,” stated Tramuto. “We are both excited and energized by the many possibilities to build upon the last two decades of advancing a more compassionate and kinder world.” Porter spent the majority of his career in human resources for corporations including Aprisma

SARSSM Announces Board Members YORK COUNTY Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine (SARSSM) recently announced the appointment of a new Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary to lead their Board of Directors and Executive Committee. This brings the total number of board members to eight. Prior to retirement, new Board Chair Barbara Dacri, who graduated with an MA in Psychology and Counseling from Assumption College, was Regional Vice President of Caron Treatment Centers and longtime Executive Director of Crossroads in Portland. Dacri brings critical nonprofit and board leadership experience and development expertise to SARSSM, as well as a deep understanding of the experiences of survivors of sexual violence. Dacri will replace Interim Board Chair Noel Sullivan. New Vice Chair Veronica Serrato, Esq., is a graduate of Harvard University and Boston University School of Law, former Executive Director for Boston’s Project Citizenship, and Senior Staff Attorney at both Volunteer Lawyers Project, Inc. and Casa Myrna Vazquez, Inc. – New England’s largest shelter and advocacy program for survivors of domestic violence. Serrato will fill the formerly vacant Vice Chair position.

New Board Secretary Emily Ambrose, a graduate of Cornell University, longtime and dedicated volunteer Helpline Advocate at SARSSM, and current Director of Strategic Growth & Culture at Energy Circle in Portland, brings marketing and communications expertise to the Board. Ambrose will replace former Secretary Mary Esty. Other current SARSSM Board Members include: Treasurer Barb McGuan, CPA, Principal at BerryDunn; Theresa Uminga, Corporate Vice President at New York Life Insurance Company; Shara Guzelian, Sergeant of Patrol Division at Biddeford Police Department; Christopher Causey, Esq., Partner at Bourque Clegg Causey & Morin LLC; and Maureen Mahoney, Individual and Group Counselor at Boston University Sexual Assault Response & Prevention Center. Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine provides free services in York and Cumberland counties to anyone affected by sexual harassment, sexual abuse, or sexual assault, through prevention programs, support, education, and advocacy. For support, call their free private 24-hour crisis and support helpline at 1-800-871-7741. For more information, visit www.sarssm.org.

Management Technologies, Caremark, Eaton Corporation, and The Timberland Company, where he received national recognition for designing and implementing progressive benefit programs. Porter moved into the hospitality industry in 2004, owning, running and selling several restaurants in Ogunquit, Maine. Porter has served on the Board of the Frannie Peabody Center, Maine’s largest AIDS Service Organization from November 2010 until September 2019, including as President of the Board from 2014 until 2019. He has been active in Share Our Strength, Maine and No Kid Hungry. Jeff believes deeply in their goal of ending child hunger in America by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need, every day. Tramuto and Porter spend summer months in Ogunquit.

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more than 250 pounds of food was collected and delivered to the Food Pantry. Pictured left to right are the Food Pantry Manager, James Colligan, who is accepting a $1,000 check presented by church volunteers, Barbara Vennell and Cindi Menard.

ogy from Northeastern University, in Boston, MA, and MSN in the Family Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Southern Maine in Portland. She has gained experience from positions held in Boston at Brigham & Women’s Hospital Audiology Department and the Emergency Department at Tufts Medical Center, along with those as both an RN and APRN at Southern Maine Health Care in Biddeford, Frisbie Memorial Hospital’s Rochester Hill Family Practice in Rochester, NH, and Atlantic Digestive Specialists in Somersworth, NH. Jessica Stewart, PA (photo on left), has joined her colleagues at Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine after earning her MS in physician assistant studies at the University of New England in Biddeford. Stewart had previously attended Lasell College in Newton, MA, where she received a BS in Athletic Training. Following which, she held positions as an athletic trainer at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Orthopedics Department in Lebanon, NH and Memorial Hospital Orthopedics Department in North Conway, NH, where she worked closely with orthopedic trauma and total joint team providers, gaining proficiency in patient evaluation, assessment, diagnosis and pre- and post-operative care. For details, visit www.yorkhospital.com, call 207-351-2385, or email info@yorkhospital.com.

schedule, pile driving operations will continue seven days a week during daylight hours with a second-shift prepping for the next day. “Dry Dock #1 is centrally located inside the shipyard’s industrial area across the river from the City of Portsmouth,” said Ettlich. “Every reasonable effort will be made to mitigate the impact on our seacoast neighbors during the execution

of this critical infrastructure work.” Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is America’s leader in attack submarine maintenance, repair and modernization. As a field activity of the Naval Sea Systems Command, Portsmouth is committed to expanding our undersea advantage and maritime superiority by continuing to safely deliver first-time quality work, on time and on budget.

YORK York Hospital is excited to welcome the following providers to its medical staff. Sara Dion, FNP-C, will soon join the team of providers at Great Works Family Practice in South Berwick, while Jessica Stewart, PA, is currently on the medical staff at Atlantic Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine in York and Portsmouth, NH. Sara Dion, FNP-C (photo on right), joins the staff at Great Works Family Practice in January. Dion earned her BS in Biol-

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FINANCE & CAREER $12M to Expand Apprenticeship Opportunities AUGUSTA Governor Janet Mills announced that the Maine Department of Labor is making available up to $12 million in grant funding for Maine businesses to significantly expand apprenticeships. These apprenticeships are part of a larger effort by the Mills Administration to address the longstanding workforce shortage issue in Maine. Backed by $11 million in Federal funding from the Governor’s Maine Jobs & Recovery Plan and additional funding from U.S. Department of Labor’s State Apprenticeship Expansion, Equity, and Innovation (SAEEI) Grant, these new grants can be used by businesses, labor unions, community-based organizations or industry associations to partner with Maine Department of Labor’s Registered Apprenticeship Program to develop new

apprenticeship programs and pre-apprenticeship programs or expand existing apprenticeship programs. Registered apprenticeship is a proven approach that connects workers to high-quality career pathways and meets employers’ talent needs by preparing and developing their current and future workforce. Apprenticeship programs help employers by upskilling and retaining workers and leads to wage growth for workers — both imperatives for Maine’s economic recovery. The State’s Registered Apprenticeship Program currently has 1,177 apprentices and 122 registered sponsors, representing 321 participating businesses in Maine. Apprentices in Maine who completed their program in the last two years, despite the pandemic, increased their wages, on average, by nearly 40 percent, and 94 percent of apprentices continue their employment with

R.E. Sales Up 2.41%, Prices Up 16.8% AUGUSTA Single-family existing homes across Maine remained in very high demand during the full sales year of 2021. According to Maine Listings, the statewide median sales price (MSP) reached $299,000 last year, a rise of 16.8%. The MSP indicates that half of the homes were sold for more and half sold for less. Sales also increased 2.41%. “Overall, 2021 was a record-breaking year for residential real estate in Maine,” says Madeleine Hill, 2022 Pres-

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ident of the Maine Association of REALTORS® and Designated Broker at Roxanne York Real Estate on Bailey Island. “The sales year ended with historic highs for the number of reported transactions (20,401) and median sales price ($299,000) since we began compiling data more than 21 years ago.” Statistics gathered by Maine Listings for the month of December 2021 indicate a 12.22% MSP increase to $303,000 compared to December 2020. Sales eased 12.65% comparing December 2021 to December 2020. “2021 began with positive momentum following the 2020 COVID-19 shutdown. Since July, sales demand has been strong but constrained due to tight for-sale inventory availability,” says Hill. “As a result of

their apprenticeship sponsoring business. “Apprenticeships are a win for our workers, our employers, and our economy, providing onthe-job training that results in a stable workforce, good-paying jobs, and a stronger, more diverse economy,” said Governor Janet Mills. “I encourage employers looking for workers across Maine to use these funds to expand their apprenticeship programs to get more people – especially younger folks – into new, exciting fields that can provide a good paycheck.” Grant funding will be awarded with a focus on promoting expansion within these

three COVID-affected sectors as well as other sectors, including but not limited to, clean energy, infrastructure (construction, trades, broadband, logistics), hospitality, education, agriculture, forestry and fisheries, and retail. Interested businesses, unions, education and training providers, community-based organizations, workforce development partners, and/or current or potential apprenticeship intermediaries such as business associations or chambers of commerce can apply for awards. Awards are expected to range from $250,000 to $3 million. The number and size of

awards will depend on the number of proposals received, industry sector(s) served, anticipated number of apprentices served, and available funds. Interested applicants can find more information, including eligibility requirements, and apply at www.maine. gov/dafs/bbm/procurement services/vendors/grants. Proposal submissions must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. on February 23. For more information on Maine’s Apprenticeship Program, visit www.maine.gov/ labor/jobs_training/apprenticeship/.

MaineCF Accepting Community Building Grant Proposals STATEWIDE The Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) is accepting proposals until 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, February 15, for funding support from its Community Building Grant Program. The Community Building Grant Program, which invests in the supply-demand imbalance, most markets have experienced decreased number of units sold but double-digit appreciation for median sold prices.” The National Association of Realtors reported a 6.8 dip in December sales of single-family existing homes. Prices, however, rose 16.1% over the past year to a national MSP of $364,300. Regionally, December sales in the Northeast declined 15.7% and the regional MSP reached $384,600, a rise of 6.3%. “As we move through the next year, we expect demand for residential real estate to remain high with buyers seeking the quality-of-life and safety offered by our beautiful state,” added Hill.

local projects and organizations that make communities stronger, last year awarded more than $1.3 million in grants. Generous donors also contributed $509,672 from donor-advised funds to award more grants through MaineCF’s Giving Together initiative. The Community Building Grant Program focuses on efforts to increase people’s skills, knowledge, abilities, or well-being as well as strengthen community resources. These community resources include organizations, partnerships, and natural and built environments. The program also requires applicants engage the people served in the design, delivery, and/or evaluation of the proposed work. The Community Building Grant Program is MaineCF’s largest grant program and is one of the only grant programs in Maine that supports

a broad range of projects and organizations across the entire state, including arts, education, environment, economic development, and human services. Learn more about the Community Building Grant Program qualifications and application at www.mainecf. org/apply-for-a-grant/availablegrants-deadlines/communitybuilding-grants/. Headquartered in Ellsworth, with additional personnel in Portland, DoverFoxcroft, Mars Hill and Rockport, the Maine Community Foundation works with donors and other partners to provide strong investments, personalized service, local expertise, and strategic giving to improve the quality of life for all Maine people. To learn more about the foundation, visit www. mainecf.org.

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Radon Detected at High Levels in More Than a Third of Maine Homes AUGUSTA – January is National Radon Action Month, an annual observance that focuses on increasing the public’s awareness of the health risk from radon, which is the second leading cause of lung cancer. During January and throughout the year, the American Lung Association is encouraging radon testing for everyone, including homeowners, renters, real estate agents, building managers and school administrators. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas emitted from the ground that is odorless, tasteless and colorless. It can enter a home through cracks in walls, basement floors, foundations and other openings. Radon can be present at high levels inside homes, schools and other buildings.

Radon gas is measured in picocuries per liter (pCi/L) of air. The EPA recommends taking action to reduce radon if the result is 4.0 pCi/L or greater aiming to get your radon level to the lowest level possible. According to the Lung Association’s State of Lung Cancer Report, an estimated 36.5% of Maine radon test results equal or exceed the EPA Action level of 4 pCi/L. Nationally, only 21.8% of homes are at or above the action level, making Connecticut residents at greater risk than those of most other states. “Radon in homes is more common than you think. In fact, at least 1 in 15 homes in the U.S. have elevated levels of radon and this is something that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Exposure to radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States,” said Albert

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of lung cancer even further The only way to detect radon in your home is to test the air. EPA urges anyone with radon levels above 4 picoCuries per liter (pCi/L) take action to fix their homes. Both the EPA and the American Lung Association recommend that mitigation be considered if levels are greater than 2 pCi/L. After high levels are detected, a radon mitigation system should be installed by a radon professional. Radon testing should always be done when you buy a home and after build-

ing a new home. Many states now require radon results (if known) to be disclosed during a real estate transaction. Some states require testing in priority buildings like schools and daycares. When high levels of radon are detected, professional radon mitigation should be a priority. Do-it-yourself radon mitigation is typically not an effective long-term solution. Some state health departments offer financial assistance or low interest loans for radon mitigation. Learn more about radon testing and mitigation at www. lung.org/radon.

Free Emergency Medical Technician Training at YCCC WELLS Thanks to generous funding from Maine Quality Centers, York County Community College (YCCC) is able to offer free emergency medical technician training (EMT) for those who meet the eligibility requirements. The EMT course prepares the student to enter the realm of emergency medical services (EMS) and is a necessity for personnel that wish to work on an ambulance, but also benefits fire fighters, police officers, industrial safety personnel, and other healthcare professions. The course provides knowledge of basic life support (BLS) to patients in cardiac arrest, experiencing medical emergencies, and those with traumatic injuries. Upon successful course completion, students are eligible to take the National Registry of EMT’s certification examinations. What does an EMT do? EMTs and paramedics typically: Respond to 911 calls for emergency medical assistance, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or bandaging a wound; Assess a patient’s condition and determine a course of treatment; Provide first-aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured patients; Transport patients safely in an ambulance; Transfer patients to

the emergency department of a hospital or other healthcare facility; Report their observations and treatment to physicians, nurses, or other healthcare facility staff; Document medical care given to patients; Inventory, replace, and clean supplies and equipment after use. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov), employment of EMTs and paramedics is projected to grow 6 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. Emergencies, such as car crashes, natural disasters, and acts of violence, will continue to require the skills of EMTs and paramedics. An eligible student must: be 18+ or older; be a Maine resident; have a high school diploma or equivalent; and be unemployed, underemployed, or employment impacted by COVID-19. Training at York County Community College in Wells will begin on February 28 and run for 15 weeks with class-

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Beware of Phony Forms when Signing Up for Free COVID-19 Tests STATEWIDE You hear about the free COVID-19 tests and do a search for it online. Or you see a post or ad on social media or receive an unsolicited email or text. These communications urge you to request your free tests immediately by clicking on a link. You follow the link to a website that looks official at first glance. It may have the United States Postal Service (USPS) logo, just like the real website. It also has a form to request your tests. But when you start filling out the form, you notice something unusual. This fake version may ask you for personal information, such as your Social Security number or Medicare ID. It could also request your credit card details, under the guise of needing to pay for shipping (note: the real page does not ask for payment or your SSN). Before you know it, you have given up your information to a scammer. Tips to identify a fake website: Look closely at the domain name. One way that fake websites trick people is by using a domain name that is extremely close to a real business’s or organization’s domain name. For example, the real COVID19 test request website is http://

special.usps.com/testkits. Scammers may swap two letters or make a slight misspelling. If you find a spelling error in the domain name, you’re not on the official site, and it’s best to close the tab. Watch out for tricky subdomains. Sometimes attackers hope you will confuse a subdomain with the real domain name. For example, a scammer might use the subdomain name usps.faketestkit.com hoping you won’t notice that “faketestkit.com” is not the correct domain name to get your free test kit, which is usps.com. The real website asks only for your name and address. You do not need to pay for the tests using the government program – even for shipping. And you will not be asked for insurance details, your Social Security number or any other sensitive information.

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Resources for Mental Health STATEWIDE The Maine Chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI Maine) releases two supportive resource guides for families and individuals impacted by mental illness. During a time mental health needs are high, NAMI Maine remains determined to help those find answers, respect their wisdom, and foster hope. The Hospital Guide: What Families Need to Know About Mental Health Treatment, is designed to help families and individuals navigate the mental health journey of treatment and recovery. Whether a person is supporting a loved one or this is a return trip to the hospital, NAMI Maine’s guide covers it. From seeking medical care, mental health treatment, to relapse and recovery, this resource provides up-to-date information and helpful support. The criminal justice See NAMI page 18...

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JENNA LIZEWSKI, DNP, FNP-C

Wells Family Medicine Welcomes Jill DiMartinis, MD and Michael Ross, DO Dr. Jill DiMartinis recognizes the significant change in medicine right now, and hopes to provide a friendly face to the community, and a physician that patients can rely on for compassionate care while navigating the challenges of the current environment. Dr. Michael Ross will be joining his YH colleagues at York Hospital Family Medicine in Wells, where he welcomes the opportunity to develop trusting relationships as he cares for his patients throughout their lives. Dr. Ross has an extensive background in both geriatrics and primary care.

Family Practice in Sanford Welcomes Jenna Lizewski, DNP, FNP-C Jenna Lizewski, DNP, FNP-C is excited to join the team at York Hospital Family Practice in Sanford. With experience in mental health, ER and primary care settings, Ms. Lizewski is passionate about preventative care and health education, and looks forward to sharing her knowledge and passion with her patients.

For more details on our newest family practice providers visit yorkhospital.com For help scheduling an appointment call Care Access at 207.351.2273

Safe, Trusted, Quality Care

York Hospital • 207.363.4321 • www.yorkhospital.com

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People and Business Profiles

Knights of Columbus Sponsor Waban’s 2022 Telethon SANFORD Members of the Knights of Columbus joined Jennifer Putnam, Waban’s Executive Director, and Gervaise Flynn, Deputy Director, to drop off a check for $1,800, as the first sponsorship donation for Waban’s May 2022 Telethon. Ray Sargent, District Deputy of the Knights of Columbus and Dennis Breton, Grand Knight of the St. Thomas Council, and their fellow knights helped raise the funds through the tootsie roll program, a tradition they’ve carried on for many years. For more than 50 years, Waban has been working on

Left to right: Dennis Breton, Grand Knight St. Thomas Council, Jennifer Putnam Waban Executive Director, Ray Sargent, District Deputy and Gervaise Flynn, Waban Deputy Director, celebrate the tootsie roll fund of $1,800 towards Waban’s upcoming Telethon, scheduled for May 2022.

behalf of children and adults with autism, intellectual, and developmental disabilities, helping them thrive. It offers many programs including residential services, adult day programs,

therapeutic preschool and K-4 programs, children’s and adult case management, employment services and clinical services. For more information, go to www. waban.org or call 207-324-7955.

Durika Assumes Duties as Public Works Officer at Shipyard KITTERY Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Mid-Atlantic, Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) officer Cmdr. Elizabeth Durika recently assumed duties as the Public Works Department, Public Works Officer (PWO) at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. Durika, a Falls Church, VA native and Kittery resident, is in her 18th year of serving in the U.S. Navy, said being a PWO is a capstone billet for CEC officers. “It brings together the skills and jobs I have held throughout NAVFAC to provide product and service delivery directly to the fleet,” said Durika. “Leading such an incredible team of professionals at PWD Maine is an honor and a privilege.” The history of PNSY goes back to 1800 when it launched its first product, the 74-gun warship USS Washington, in 1815. Today, the shipyard is charged with the responsibility to safely overhaul, repair and modernize U.S. Navy nuclear-powered attack submarines. As the shipyard’s PWO, Durika is responsible for the delivery of NAVFAC products and services – that is – the planning, design, construction, maintenance and repair of shore facilities. Durika noted that the largest challenge facing PWD Maine is the incredible influx of work required to support the Navy’s Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) coming to the yard, including immediate construction efforts, the planning for future projects, and sustain-

ment for the future. “The projects coming to the shipyard are incredibly complex and require lock-step coordination between the submarine overhaul schedules, the OICC (officer in charge of construction) project execution teams, and the public works team,” said Durika. “As the PWO, my primary responsibility is to the shipyard commander to enable fleet readiness by ensuring facility support to the warfighter.” Durika is one of two new PWOs at Navy shipyards in the Mid-Atlantic region, the other being Cmdr. Crystine Good at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, Virginia. Durika said she couldn’t be more excited. “Cmdr. Good and I were Navy ensigns together at CECOS (Civil Engineer Corps Officers School) and it is exciting to be both assuming the roles of (shipyard) PWOs at the same time,” said Durika. “Both of our organizations have recently experienced significant reorganization with SIOP on our installations.

One of the great parts of working as a PWO in the Mid-Atlantic region is that I’m able to pick up the phone and call any one of my fellow PWOs and share best practices, discuss processes, and leverage each other’s experiences.” Durika said it was evident during her turnover that she was stepping into a professional organization that truly aligns their workload to support shipyard and supported command operations, and how the PWD team understands their connection to enabling the warfighter. “The pride and professionalism across the PWD is palpable, and I am honored to be afforded this amazing opportunity,” added Durika. “I intend to continue this legacy of service to the fleet while continuing to foster the development of our incredible team.” NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic provides facilities engineering, public works, and environmental products and services across an area of responsibility that spans from South Carolina to Maine, and as

North Berwick Deputy Fire Chief Straffin Retires NORTH BERWICK North Berwick Fire Department Deputy Chief Larry Straffin recently retired after 50-plus years of dedication to the fire service. Straffin's fire career consists of North Berwick, Berwick, Rochester, Buxton, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, and Winslow, and is credited with educating many firefighters over the years through Maine Fire Service Institute and the NH Fire Academy. Straffin will remain as an associate member of the William Hill Firefighters Association and will continue

Veterans Gain Access to Oral Healthcare Thanks NE Delta Dental STATEWIDE Through a continued partnership with Dental Lifeline Network, (DLN) and several other veterans’ organizations, Northeast Delta Dental has donated over $200,000 in 2021 to improve the oral health of uninsured veterans, including donations to the Donated Dental Programs in Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. The company has contributed over $150,000 to several causes that provide access to oral healthcare for veterans including: Maine Veterans Dental Network, NH Veterans Dental Network and Littleton Veterans Dental Program. In addition, Northeast far west as Indiana. As an integral member of the Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic team, NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic provides leadership through the Regional Engineer organization to ensure the region's facilities and infrastructure are managed efficiently and effectively.

...NAMI from page 17 system can be daunting and difficult to understand. The Family Guide to the Criminal Justice System offers guidance to people impacted by mental challenges understand and navigate the criminal justice system. Whether a person is navigating the system personally or supporting a loved one, this guide is here to help. From coping, to understanding one’s rights, to re-entering the community, NAMI Maine’s re-

to educate firefighters into his retirement. Story and photos courtesy of Facebook.

source guide extends support and helpful information to Mainers. NAMI Maine recognizes the struggles families and individuals carry, especially now, during a time mental health needs are high and the healthcare system is stretched thin. Both resources deliver strong support, to leave those impacted feeling prepared, and remind Mainers they are never alone. Access resources at www. namimaine.org/resourcelibrary

Delta Dental has contributed over $50,000 to DLN to connect veterans in the tri-state area with volunteer dentists, hygienists, and other oral health care professionals to receive care, as many veterans do not have dental coverage through their VA benefits. “We are committed to decreasing gaps in dental care for veterans, said Tom Raffio, president and CEO, Northeast Delta Dental. “Oral health is directly connected to overall health, so it’s critical that we provide this care to our soldiers who have served on our behalf.” Since the program's inception, Delta Dental companies across the country, including Northeast Delta Dental, have contributed more than $400,000, including over $155,000 in 2021, which has supported the mobilization of $3.6M in oral health care delivered to over 2,000 veterans, according to DLN. Northeast Delta Dental alone has provided care to over 190 veterans this year through DLN programs and contributed more than $50,000. Other veterans programs that Northeast Delta Dental supported this year include: Veterans Celebration through the Centennial Senior Center (GoodLife); Vets & Pets program through Easterseals and Veterans Count through Easterseals. Northeast Delta Dental is a nonprofit member company of Delta Dental Plans Association (DDPA), administering dental benefits for over 965,000 people, with a network of 1,856 participating dentists, or 88% of the total dentists in the tri-state area. Learn more at www.nedelta.com.

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~ News ~ National Merit® Scholarship Program Semifinalist WELLS Wells High School senior Andrew Mott recently received two important pieces of good news. First, he learned that he is a National Merit® Scholarship Program (NMSP) Semifinalist, a prestigious honor for any high schooler. In addition, he was recently notified that he has been chosen to receive a full, four-year scholarship to Bowdoin College in Brunswick. “This scholarship is rarely granted and is indicative of Andrew's strong academic perfor-

mance,” noted Sherri AndersonWormwood of the Wells High School Guidance Department. “Andrew has taken every available honors/accelerated course, seven Advanced Placement courses, and three college courses in Psychology, Economics, and Creative Writing. He is an integral part of the WHS community, making solid, multi-year commitments to our Student Council, Interact (a community service club), and Math Club.” Mott’s school accolades include being a Student of the Tri-

mester, a Breakfast of Champions honoree, and awards from Maine Youth Leadership programs. He has also received awards in Mathematics, Science, and French. “Andrew Mott is most deserving of this scholarship,” commented WHS Principal Eileen Sheehy. “Warrior Country is very proud of Andrew. He will do great at Bowdoin College and beyond!” Chartered in 1794, Bowdoin College is a private liberal arts college offering 36 majors and 34 minors plus joint engineering pro-

Great Works School Food Drive

ELIOT/SOUTH BERWICK Tis the Season of Giving! Marshwood Great Works students collected thousands of dry and canned goods for our local food pantries over the last few weeks of December. The donations were split in half and donated to Eliot and the South Berwick food pantry. Because the South Berwick food

pantry is close enough, each student took two items and everyone walked in waves to the food pantry with their donations. The rest of the items were delivered by van. It was a wonderful experience for students and staff. Principal Gerald Burnell said he hopes this will become a new tradition for the school.

grams with four other institutions of higher learning including the University of Maine. In the fall of 2021 Mott learned that he was among 16,000 semi-finalists (highest scorers) in the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®), a standardized test administered to high school juniors by the College Board. Semifinalists in this academic competition have the opportunity to continue in the process towards becoming a finalist. Those who reach that level will be notified in February.

Established in 1955, the program is in its 67th year and is administered by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) of Evanston, IL.

2022 Winter Outings with GWRLT YORK COUNTY Join Great Works Regional Land Trust on a 2022 guided winter outing on the trails this season by snowshoe, ski, or winter boots – whatever the conditions require! This year’s winter hike series offers several returning winter outing favorites, many on properties which can only be accessed during the frozen winter months, such as Beaver Dam Heath and Tuckahoe Preserve in Berwick, or a trek across the beaver wetland at Orris Falls Conservation Area. The outing series also features two new trail explores at Goodwin Forest and the new Checkerberry Trail in South Berwick.

The first three outings are noted in this week’s Weekly Sentinel calendar of events page 6: Tuckahoe Preserve, Checkerberry Trail, and Orris Falls. One of GWRLT’s newest preserves, Goodwin Forest on Goodwin Road in Eliot, is the site of the snowshoe on Saturday, February 12, 10-11:30 a.m.. The trail was extended across Shorey’s Brook last fall, doubling the length of the trail. On Saturday February 19, we’ll take the annual trek out on Beaver Dam Heath in Berwick. Winter is really the only time to venture into the wetlands of the Heath. The hike will start in the forest uplands of the Heath,

from Grant’s Meadow Preserve, which boasts a ¾ mile loop trail, accessible year-round. The parking lot is on Diamond Hill Road, just south of Old Sanford Road in Berwick. Finishing out the month, on Saturday, February 26, 10 a.m. - noon, join board member and trail steward, Susan Pike for a tour of Rocky Hills Preserve. This extensive trail system is a great option for both skis and snowshoes. The winter hike season will conclude with a “Wednesday Wandering” snowshoe hike up Bauneg Beg Mountain in North Berwick on March See OUTINGS page 28...

~ Dining ~ Call 646-3355

oshua’s

Restaurant in Wells Like us on Facebook!

Open Wed-Sat at 5pm Closed Sun-Tues

Closed Valentine’s Day

1465 Main Street

(No gift certificates for sale)

www.joshuasrestaurantandbar.com

So. Sanford Maine 04073

OPEN YEAR ROUND 11:00 to 7:00, Closed Only Mondays

FAMOUS CHOWDERS and LEGENDARY SEAFOOD

ENJOY OUR FULL MENU FOR TAKE OUT! WW

PHONE ORDERS:

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Open Daily at 11:30am for Lunch & Dinner

124 Post Road / Route 1, Wells

Daily Specials Available 11:30am-8pm

Monday

Fried Seafood Combo $17.95 (choose 2 from haddock, shrimp, clam strips & sea scallops) with french fries & coleslaw

Tuesday

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

Wednesday

Full Rack of Baby Back Ribs $22.95 with baked beans, choice of 2 sides & biscuit

Thursday

Steak Bomb $11.95

Friday

Fried Haddock Platter $14.95 with french fries & coleslaw

Sunday

Chicken Parmesan or Shrimp Scampi $15.95 with garlic bread

Full Menu Available • Take-Out Cocktails & Beers!

Dine-In or Take-Out: Call (207) 641-0601 newenglandhousewells.com

Weekly Recipe: Fig and Date Coconut Balls Ingredients:

Directions:

1 cup of dried dates

Chop up dates and ﬁgs as ﬁne as possible and place in medium bowl

1 and ½ cups of dried ﬁgs

1 cup of ﬁnely chopped walnuts 2-3 tablespoons of coconut oil

1 cup of fresh shredded coconut

Chop up walnuts as ﬁne as you can and add to the bowl. Add coconut oil and mix well. If ingredients are a bit on the dry side, add a bit more coconut oil. Use a 1-inch ice-cream scoop and make small ball shapes and roll in the palms of your hands and squeeze slightly to ﬁrm up the mixture.

Roll the formed balls in shredded coconut and cover them well with the coconut. Place in container and between layers, place a sheet

of wax paper to prevent from sticking together. They store best in the refrigerator in an air tight container.

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~ Dining ~ Open 6 Days 7am-3pm Closed Wednesdays

Join us for our 4th annual

Cure Sanfilippo Syndrome Fundraiser on National Blueberry Pancake Day

Friday, January 28

Proceeds of each pancake ($1/pancake or $3/stack) will go to Cure Sanfilippo Syndrome (Childhood Alzheimer). We hope to surpass our $10,000 donation from last year! Shipping sales are also included in the proceeds so that for every $14 quart of blueberry pancake batter shipped, 100% goes to Sanfilippo – Just go to

mainediner.com/shipping

Off Season Specials! Open at 11:30 Thursday-Monday

Monday: ALL DAY Happy Hour

(cheese, lettuce, tomato, fries, draft beer, excludes Maine Beer Co Lunch)

Daily: $13 Dinner Specials 756 York Street York Harbor

www.mainediner.com 646-4441 • Route 1 North, Wells

($3 off apps, $2 off draft beer, and $1 off wine)

Thursday: Burger & A Beer $13

207-351-1100

Limited Edition “Get Stacked at Maine Diner” t-shirts available that day at Remember The Maine gift shop.

Happy Hour Thursday-Sunday: 3-5pm and All Day on Monday

THE OLD VILLAGE INN ______

“A New England Tradition since 1833”

Open Monday-Saturday at 4pm

for inside dining! Closed Sunday.

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We follow all of Maine’s COVID-19 rules.

For the safety of all we are following all CDC Covid recommendations.

250 Main St, Ogunquit (207) 646-7088 www.theoldvillageinn.net

We may be closed on Valentine’s Day but

U.S. Route 1, Kittery • (207) 439-0330

CELEBRATE 2022 WITH SEAFOOD!

Try Our Online Ordering: weathervaneseafoods.com Use Promo Code Seafood for 22% Off

Colossal On The Rocks House Margaritas $5.00 All Day, Every Day!

22% OFF Dine-In or Take-Out

Take 22% off your check, excluding alcohol. Dine-in or take-out. Limit one coupon per party/order. May not be duplicated, used for Thursday Wicked Cheap Twins, DoubleStuffed Lobster Rolls, Fish Friday features, Day of the Week specials, nor combined with any other discount or coupon offer. No cash value. WS

COUPON VALID THRU FEBRUARY 6, 2022

gift certificates are always available!

Iconic Rick’s Restaurant Space for Lease 2,300 Sq.Ft. Seating Capacity 100 Available January 1, 2022

IN YORK VILLAGE Contact Rick at 207-337-5224 or rciampa@maine.rr.com

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~ Dining ~

Join us for

VALENTINE’S DAY

Special Night Out? RENT AN IGLOO! Serving Dinner Inside, Outside & Curbside Friday-Monday from 4:30pm

Special Menu Items All Weekend

Friday: Wine Nights are Back

3-Course dinner and a bottle of house wine, $69 per couple!

Monday: Winter Pub Nights are Back

CLOSED MONDAYS & TUESDAYS

with live music and comfort specials $14 and under!

LIVE MUSIC

Monday Night with singer/songwriter Ryan Feeley Friday & Saturday Katherine Mayfield at the Piano Sunday Night with local duo Curt Bessette & Jenn Kurtz By June August, Starring Kirk Simpson! Spend an afternoon with a Literary Legend in this powerful one-man performance. Opens February 5! Details online.

658 Main Street Ogunquit, ME 03907 www.beachfiremaine.com

Gluten Free? No Problem. Even Fried Food!

207-646-8998

Bintliff’s Bubbles & Chocolate Wine Dinner

TAKEOUT WELCOMED

Check Out Our Website For Updated Seasonal Hours

Thursday, February 10 @ 6pm • $69 per person

Call (207) 646-8998

207.361.2272

220 Clay Hill Rd. Cape Neddick Just 2 Miles West of Ogunquit

clayhillfarm.com

$19.99

11 Water Street Kittery, Maine 207-439-1630 www.lobsterhouse.com www.facebook.com/ LHkittery

Quarter Pound Lobster Roll, Homemade Clam Chowder & Fries Monday-Saturday 11:30-3:30 Limit of 4 lobster rolls per coupon. Limit two coupons per party. Not valid with any other coupon/discount/complimentary certificate. Coupon only valid at time of purchase. Please present coupon before ordering. Expires 2/28/22 (WS)

Warren’s Awesome Dollar Menu is Back

*Order the Salad Bar for $13.99 & Add Any of the Items Below for Just $1 *Unless you order higher priced items shown in RED for upgraded selections!

STARTS 1/12/22 ICE COLD BEER (Limit 2 per Person)

Narragansett Draft Pint $1 Sea Dog Blueberry Ale Pint $2 Maine Beer Flight* $3

*4 Samples of our Favorite Maine Brew

GLASSES OF WINE (Limit 2 per Person)

Homemade Red Wine Sangria $1 Yellow Tail Pinot Grigio $2 Smoking Loon Merlot $2

COCKTAILS

(Limit 2 per Person)

APPETIZERS

French Onion Soup $1 Warren’s Spicy Bloody Mary $1 Boneless Blueberry Chipotle Cruzan Rum Runner $2 Chicken $2 Cranberry Apple Mule $3 Lobster Rangoons $3

COFFEE, COCOA & CIDER

STEWS & CHOWDERS

Warren’s Scarecrow $1 Peppermint Fredo Cocoa $2 Shipwrecked Coffee $3

Cup of Clam Chowder $1 Lobster Stew (Big Bowl) $3 Warren’s Award-Winning Lobster & Clam Chowder $4

(Limit 2 per Person)

$5 OFF $25 $10 OFF $35

Fridays, Saturdays Mondays, Tuesdays, & Sundays Wednesdays & Thursdays! Appetizers, Entrees or Desserts Choose Any Combination of the Three that Total to Either $35+ or $25+ & We’ll Deduct $10 or $5! (Depending on Day of Week)

Liquor and tax not included. Cannot be used with group menu. Maximum of three coupons/discounts/complimentary certificates may be used. $35/$25 per coupon must be spent. Coupon valid only at time of purchase. Please present coupon before ordering. Expires 2/28/22 (WS)

LOBSTER ENTRÉES Lobster Mac & Cheese $4 Lobster Stuffed Haddock $5 Baked Stuffed Lobster Roll $6 The Crazy Claw Casserole $7

POPULAR ENTRÉES Grilled “Beer Can” Turkey Tips $1 Chicken Parmesan $1 Linguine & Red Pepper Pesto $1 Mrs. W’s Seafood Sampler $2 Tuna Melt & Clam Chowder $2 Fried Memorial Bridge Sampler $3 Baked New England Schrod $3

Warren’s Lobster House

11 Water Street Kittery, Maine www.lobsterhouse.com 207-439-1630 ~ 207-439-2058 www.facebook.com/WLHKittery Dollar Menu promotion is for Dine In use only. Entire menu may be ordered for take-out anytime!

Order the “Dollar Menu” and visit our Candy Store for some free Sweets on Pete!

*Each person must purchase the Salad Bar for $13.99 to order from the “Dollar Menu” (no sharing permitted). May be used any time 11:30-closing. You must present coupon before ordering. Coupon only valid at time of purchase. Tax not included. Not good with any other coupon, discount, complimentary certificates, or group packages. ONE appetizer, stew or chowder, and/or entrée may be ordered for every Salad Bar purchased for $13.99. Dollar Menu items cannot be ordered for take-out. We cannot package anything ordered from the Dollar Menu (besides leftovers from items you started but could not finish) to take out of the restaurant with you. Valid 1/12/22-2/28/22. (WS)

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~ Obituaries ~

Richard ‘Dick’ Allaire, Sr., 87 WELLS – Richard ‘Dick’ Allaire, Sr. died on Friday, January 21, 2022 after several years of declining health. Dick was born in Biddeford and lived in Old Orchard Beach before moving to Wells in 1966. He was employed by the Sea Chambers Motel for 24 years before retiring. He was previously employed by Edgar Brooks & Son Plumbing. Dick is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ruth Ann (Clarrage) Allaire; two sons, Richard R. Allaire, Jr. and Michael T. Allaire and his wife Santa; two daughters, Michele Hashem and her husband Dan, and Rachel Allaire; and seven grandchildren, Joseph, Sarah, James, Leah, Anna, Thomas, and Keri Ann. No services are planned at this time. To share a memory or to leave a message of condolence, please visit Dick’s Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells is in charge of arrangements. • • • • • • • • • •

Patricia Lois (Pat) Ames, 88 KITTERY – Patricia Lois (Pat) Ames died on Saturday, December 11, 2021. Pat was born December 17, 1932 in Boston, MA, graduating from Watertown Sr. High School, then graduated with honors from Northeastern University, the first woman to graduate with a major in Computer Systems. She worked as a systems analyst for Raytheon Weapons Systems and later as an independent contractor to the U.S. Navy. It was while she was contracted with the Navy that Pat relocated to Southern Maine which became

her home for the rest of her life. Upon retirement, Pat purchased a Farm in North Berwick, making it her life’s work to restore the 17-room farmhouse. She is survived by a younger sister Nancy Fanara and her husband Charles of Westfield, MA; younger brother Richard Ames and his wife Judith of Austin, TX; six nieces and nephews; and 11 great-nieces and great-nephews. The family would like to thank many of Pat’s wonderful friends who gave generously of their time to help, especially as Pat became increasingly disabled and unable to complete many of her daily routines without assistance. We especially wish to thank Pat’s dear friend Nancy Hilton of Eliot who cared for Pat until her passing. Pat’s favorite hobby was birding so donations may be made to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home in North Berwick. Condolences and a full obituary can be found at www.johnsonfuneralhomeme.com. • • • • • • • • • •

SOUTH BERWICK – Althea M. Cole passed away January 7, 2022 with her children by her side. She was born on March 23, 1934, the youngest child of Chester and Lila Mathews and a 1953 graduate of North Berwick High School. In 1954, Althea married Carl (Gene) Cole, Jr. They lived in North Berwick where they raised four children. During their 59 years together, they enjoyed spending time with family and friends, bird watching, playing cards, and camping in their motorhome. Althea also enjoyed square dancing, crafting, and was an avid quilter.

She was predeceased by her parents, Chester and Lila Mathews; her loving husband Gene Cole; two brothers, Bernard and Carlton Mathews; sister Coralie Ross; and nephew Glenn Jepson. Surviving is her sister Edith Hall of Lebanon; three daughters, Kathleen Lovejoy and husband Larry of North Berwick, Darlene Welch and husband Mark of Arundel ,and Jolene Colwell and husband Kevin of Lebanon; son Brian Cole and wife Kristen of North Berwick, 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. At Althea’s request, there will be no services. Spring burial will be planned at Evergreen Cemetery, Berwick. In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider donations to Friends of Hyder House, 285 County Farm Road, Dover, NH 03820. Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home in North Berwick where condolences may be expressed at www. johnsonfuneralhomeme.com. • • • • • • • • • •

will hopefully have much more freedom of motion – and more fun! It’s hard to parent these kitties, we love them so much, but we must always do the right thing. Sometimes that means being rather strict with them. As you can imagine with all the special testing, care, surgeries, supplies and equipment Safe Haven needs, our budget is stretched thin. Our shop at 1784 Post Road, Wells, is a primary source of income to pay our vet

bills. We’re open Wednesday– Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturdays are the only day we can accept donations 12-3 p.m. We still welcome your Christmas décor, as our Christmas department is open year-round and people shop from it all the time! We accept like-new clothing, home décor, small furnishings, and useful items for the home. If you have large furnishings, please contact Joyce at 207229-8314. Thank you!

Althea M. Cole, 87

~ Pets ~ Safe Haven Humane Society WELLS Kitties with special needs get special privileges at Safe Haven. Lovely Fiona is a special need kitty because she has been diagnosed with heartworm. That’s rare. It’s not surprising to find heartworm in a dog’s bloodwork, but in cats it’s quite unusual and surprised us. Feline heartworm begins when a mosquito bites an animal that has heartworm, and then bites another, infecting it. That bite allows heartworm larvae to enter the kitty’s bloodstream. It’s very uncommon in cold climates for heartworm to show its ugly face in felines, but Fiona showed us it can happen, as her blood tests proved. Sweet Fiona is a beautiful silver tabby, only 1½ years old. Her owner died and she was left outside to fend for herself for sev-

Safe Haven Humane Society

eral weeks. She was eventually surrendered to Safe Haven. We are so happy she did not perish outdoors. Despite all this happening to her, she is very sweet and affectionate and loves to play. Because she has heartworm, she can not undergo anesthesia, so if she is not already neutered, we cannot have her spayed. There is no treatment for heartworm in cats. There is only the hope that her heartworms will die off because they do not reproduce in cats. Fiona could beat this by outliving the heartworms she’s hosting. Sadly, there’s also the chance that Fiona succumbs to his disease. Her future is unknown. We certainly do pray she beats Heartworm. In the meantime, this darling

girl wants someone to love her and play with her. If you wish to foster her, Safe Haven will pay for her medical needs, which are monthly applications of Revolution Plus and annual blood tests to see if the heartworms have died off. She is available in our Foster Program, or our Assisted Adoption Program both having the terms where Safe Haven pays all medical expenses. If you want to find out more about Fiona, please call Nancy at 207-2297094. Update on Pumpkin and Nicholas: Pumpkin did spend a night at the emergency vet. She had symptoms of a cold and had lost a bit of weight, but now she’s back at our Farmhouse Center taking her medications and doing fine. Nicholas became so bored recovering from his surgery (two broken legs) being confined to a small tent (doctor orders), he began chasing his own tail. Cabin fever! Seeing this, we asked his surgeon if we could move him into a larger tent and add some low-activity toys. He said yes. Nicholas is much happier now. In about a week, he’ll have his pins removed and

Emma’s Angels NORTH BERWICK Our sweet cat of the week is Nala! Nala is a one year old Gray and white Tiger girl who has come to Maine from Louisiana for a happy life. She is spayed and up on date on her vaccinations, just a sweet girl. Nala would do well in a home with a family or single person. Okay with other cats, but no dogs. She has the most beautiful coat, it almost looks blue. If you would like to meet Nala, call 207-676-5599. Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-base

207-216-9169 • 1784 Post Road, Wells

rescue in North Berwick. We rescue cats from the south as the need is great down there right now. Many of these beauties are in overcrowded kill shelters with almost no hope of adoption. Needed at this time: Dry dog and cat food. We feed Blue Buffalo chicken and brown rice. It can be left at our drop box at 30 Meeting House Road in North Berwick, and thank you in advance!

Help us pay our vet bills and other expenses!

Emma’s Angels Rescue

PO Box 91 / 1784 Post Road Wells, ME 04090

(207) 646-1611 / (207) 216-9169

info@safehavenhumanesociety.org www.safehavenhumanesociety.org

SAFE HAVEN HUMANE SOCIETY Shelter: 207-646-1611 • PO Box 91, Wells, ME 04090

THRIFT/VINTAGE/ANTIQUE SHOP: Open 11am-4pm Wednesday-Sunday

Donations Accepted 12-3pm on Saturdays Only (FMI 207-229-8314)

VOLUNTEERS & DONATIONS NEEDED

30 Meeting House Road North Berwick, ME 03906

207-676-5599

axel1759@aol.com

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~ Obituaries ~ celebration of David’s life and his interment will take place in Merrimac, MA, in the spring. David asked that donations in his name be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. • • • • • • • • • •

David Breton Emery SOMERSET, MA – David Breton Emery, resident of Somerset, MA, passed on January 16, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in 1956, he was the son of the late Constance and Rev. H. Merrill Emery of Somerset. David attended Somerset High School where he graduated in the top ten of his class in 1974. He studied piano for many years and enjoyed many hours playing the instrument. He was an avid writer who corresponded with many he met; always remembering special occasions as well as offering comfort to those in need. David was also an artist who created vibrant works. He supported artisans from around the world, and regularly donated to charity. David lived with mental illness his entire life and will be remembered by many in the local community. He was a tireless, tenacious advocate for the mentally ill and faced each stigma and injustice with renewed purpose and strength. His life’s work was to impart first-hand knowledge to those he met, leaving them with a better understanding of the organic basis of mental illness as well as the challenges those with mental illness face in the community, health care system, and greater society. For those who showed David kindness and patience, he was always, and his family is now, very grateful. David is survived by sisters, Deborah A. Furtado and Beatrice D. Strozina of Wells, and Elizabeth C. Tidwell of Westport MA; brother Jonathan M. Emery of Las Vegas, NV; his very dear niece, Casey R. Tidwell of Fall River, MA; nephews, Owen I. Tidwell of East Providence, RI, and Matthew David Tidwell of Somerset. Arrangements are with Hathaway Home for Funerals, 1813 Robeson St., Fall River, MA. A

Lennie Tibbetts, 63 BERWICK – Lennie Tibbetts passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022, of kidney disease. He was born June 7, 1958 in Rochester, NH, son of Byron and Reba (Chates) Tibbetts, and was a 1977 graduate of Noble High School in Berwick. Lennie married his high school sweetheart Donna in 1980, whom he was married to for 41 years. Together they had two daughters, Lindsay and Brittany. Lennie was a loving, devoted husband and father who cared deeply about his family. Lennie was the proud owner of Lennie Tibbetts Excavating. He took great pride in his work, always working by himself. Many would say he was the best bulldozer operator around. He always remained humble. His other passion was tractor pulling. He so looked forward to that time of year! He collected many trophies over the years, but it wasn’t about that to him – it was about spending time with his brother, nephews, and many friends he made along the way. Lennie was such a likable person. He had nicknames for everyone. He made everyone laugh, always! But his best attribute was being a wonderful husband and the best dad. He lived for his girls. Loved watching them play sports and watching Lindsay coach. Lennie’s light dimmed a bit with the loss of his daughter Brittany – but his love for the lake seemed to bring him peace. It was a place he wanted to be whenever possible. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. So strong! His hugs made you feel so

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comforted and safe. He will be missed by many. He would want everyone to always laugh! Lennie was predeceased by his parents, Byron and Reba Tibbetts; and his daughter Brittany Tibbetts. He is survived by his wife Donna (Guptill) Tibbetts; daughter Lindsay Tibbetts with love Ryan Camire; brothers, Leland Tibbetts with wife Dottie Tibbetts, and Larry Tibbetts; sisters, Linda Tiberio with husband Joe Tiberio, and Leah (Bonnie) Tibbetts; sister-in-law Brenda Souza; brother-in-law Robert Merrill with wife Mary; many many nieces and nephews who loved Lennie with all their heart. Uncle Lennie, Uncle Dill, Big Guy, Len Dog, Holmes, Tibb… Until we all meet again… A Celebration of Life will be held this summer. Any donation in Lennie’s name should be made to a children’s hospital of your choice. Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home in North Berwick, where condolences may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhomeme.com. • • • • • • • • • •

Robert Gerard Woods, 67 EXETER, NH – We announce with great sorrow the passing of Robert Gerard Woods, 67, on January 16, 2022. Robert – Bob to those who knew and loved him – was born on October 20, 1954 to Ralph S. Woods and Bette Woods (O’Brien) in Pittsfield, MA. After graduating from West Springfield, MA, High School in 1972, he attended the University of New Hampshire. For many years, Bob was a familiar face around York Beach as an instrumental part of the family business, Burrnette’s T&T. His gregarious nature also served him well as a real estate agent in the greater Sea-

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bereaved’s feelings in the patterns of community support which are psychologically beneficial. Flowers, however, express the inexpressible – they are symbolic.

missing – that the funeral was depressing. The funeral meets the bereaved’s need for support. Death throws people into despair and depression by separating them from one who has provided love, companionship, and security. The funeral and customs provide the means by which those close to them can give their support and share their suffering. The funeral period provides for the expression of sorrow. Only through talking about the past can the bereaved person realize the extent of the relationship with the deceased, and accept the loss and suffering. Only through weeping and talking to good listeners can they release their grief and feelings of guilt and hostility. Experts in grief therapy believe that it can be expressed best through rites, rituals, and ceremonies. The ceremony deals primarily with intellectual concepts and doesn’t fully engage the

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~ Real Estate ~

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~ Home & Business Services ~

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~ Home & Business Services ~ ROOFING & GUTTERS

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~ Classifieds ~ FIREWOOD / PELLETS

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RENTALS AVAILABLE HOUSE RENTAL, SHARED LIVING: 41 Brown Lane, Wells will be taking applications starting January 23. $300 per week, per bedroom, per person. The entire Cape house is shared with three others. All expenses/utilities paid from your rent. 207-251-1018 WINTER RENTAL Wells Beach! Now thru May 31. Third ﬂoor, one bedroom, one bath. $1500/month includes all utilities. No pets. No smoking. One person only. 207-351-6797. 207.384.4008

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CENTER FOR ACTIVE LIVING

Kitchen Utility Associate The Town of York, a coastal community comprised of the villages of Cape Neddick, York Harbor, York Village, and York Beach, is accepting applications for the position of Kitchen Utility Associate. The Town of York is seeking a new member of their team to assist the Center for Active Living’s Chef in the kitchen. Job duties include but are not limited to; maintaining and cleaning the kitchen work area, equipment, and utensils, use proper sanitation techniques according to state laws, serve food on the line, clean and organize the service area following meals, and assist the chef with food preparation and service, often in a fastpaced environment. Employee works under the general direction of the Center for Active Living Chef. In the absence of the Chef may receive direction from the Center for Active Living Director. A complete list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements can be provided upon request. Town of York is an Equal Opportunity Employer. An employment application is available online at www.yorkmaine.org. Application, resume, and cover letter should be returned to Human Resources Department, Town of York, 186 York Street, York ME 03909 or emailed to klagasse@yorkmaine.org by February 1, 2022.

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Applicant must be skilled in multitasking and be a major team player. Job requires coordinating services of all kinds for our resident population. Outreach and community building on a daily basis. Services include transportation, meal program, health connections, and events of all kinds. A sense of humor is an absolute must. This can be a long-term full-time position for the individual that fits well with our team. Pay commensurate with experience.

YORK HOUSING IS HIRING Resident Services Coordinator

Send resume to patricia@yorkhousing.info Equal Opportunity Employer.

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~ Sports & Outdoors ~

State Park Attendance Increased

STATEWIDE Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Commissioner Amanda Beal and the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands (BPL) announced an 8% increase in final attendance for Maine State Parks in 2021 compared to the previous all-time attendance record in 2020. In 2021, Maine State Parks welcomed more than 3.3 million visitors, compared to 3 million in 2020. In addition, three of the last four years have reported record-breaking visitation across Maine’s twelve state park campgrounds and 48 State Parks and Historic Sites collectively. By November 2021, Maine State Parks had already surpassed the 2020 record. Beginning with a tremendous turnout for annual First Day Hikes and regular visitation for winter park use, including hiking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, recordbreaking camping and day-use visitation continued straight through summer and fall. In 2021, best practices and key learning from 2020 ensured BPL staff were prepared to protect the health of coworkers and park visitors. COVID-19 sparked park amenity curtailments and

temporary closures during the 2020 season. BPL continues to adapt its plans as new health advisories are issued. Maine State Park camping reservations open February 1 and camping reservation details are as follows: Sebago Lake State Park only open Tuesday, February 1, 9 a.m. with a storm date if Maine State Government is closed of Wednesday, February 2; All Maine State Park Campgrounds open Friday, February 4, 9 a.m. with storm date of Monday, February 7. Book camping reservations online at www.campwithme. com or reach the camping reservation call center by dialing 1-800-332-1501 or 207-6249950. Seasonal reservation call center hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. Group campsite and picnic shelter reservations for all parks open Tuesday, February 1, 9 a.m. Note that group and shelter reservations are by phone only and should be made directly with the individual parks. Find park phone lines, instructions, and fees online at www.maine.gov/ dacf/parks/index.shtml.

Richard Makes YCCC History

...OUTINGS from page 19 2, 10-11:30 a.m. Enjoy views of the White Mountains to the west and the Cape Elizabeth Light to the northeast. Great Works Regional Land Trust is a non-profit organization founded in 1986 to provide conservation options to the landowners of Eliot, South Berwick, Berwick, North Berwick, Ogunquit and Wells. Over 7,000 acres have been protected. GWRLT is committed to saving the best of our region by protecting working landscapes and wildlife lands for current and future generations. Space on hikes is limited to 25 people. Call the Great Works office at 207-646-3604 or email info@gwrlt.org to reserve a spot. Anyone interested in joining any of these hikes is encouraged to visit the website at www.gwrlt. org or call the office for more information, confirmation of the hike status and last-minute suggestions for footwear. All hikes are open to the public and free of

WELLS Kenneth Richard has made York County Community College history as the first student-athlete to earn national recognition. In YCCC’s inaugural season, Richard was named to the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) National All-Academic Award Recipient. In order to earn this recognition, student-athletes must have 24 or more credits on their transcript and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher (on a 4.00 point system). The award recognizes merit and excellence in the classroom as a student-athlete within the USCAA. Richard ran cross country for the Hawks this season and will be participating on the track charge to Land Trust members. A $5 donation per person or $10 donation per family is suggested for non-members. (GWRLT photo below)

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GUNSMITHING SERVICES Expert cleaning and repairs, stock alterations, recoil pads. Over 50 years experience. Very reasonable rates. 207-450-8957

ITEMS WANTED

HELP OFFERED

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

OFFICE HELP - OFFERED Experienced Office Manager to assist with office functions: Receivables, payables, invoicing, etc. Reasonable rates. References avail. Email acoalrr@yahoo.com.

WANTED TO BUY Antiques * Silver * Gold * Coins CHRIS LORD ANTIQUES

ITEMS FOR SALE

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.

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ASSORTED YARD TOOLS for sale in good condition. 207-646-8397

Berwick Academy 48, Bancroft School 31

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Girls Basketball January 14

Seacoast Christian 46, Temple Academy 23

January 19

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January 25

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and field team as well. He had his standout performance at the Maine States Meet this year, running an 8K in 34:32.0. “Our Hawks community is so proud of Kenny,” boasts Acting Dean of Student, Jennifer Laney. “He works incredibly hard in the classroom and on the trails. Kenny is an extraordinarily dedicated student-athlete who leads by example.”

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Kennebunk Savings Supports Local Food Pantries KENNEBUNK Kennebunk Savings put a bow on 2021 with $27,000 in donations to local food pantries and meal programs. Their annual giving for the year totaled over a million dollars in donations and grants. Last year, the community bank celebrated its 150th year in operation. “We’re always mindful of the fact that times of celebration for some can be stressful for others,” said Bradford C. Paige, president and CEO. “And while we work to alleviate food insecurity in our communities year-round, it’s something of a

tradition around here to do a big push around the holidays.” Recipients of 2021 seasonal donations include Community Outreach Services in Kennebunk, Footprints Food Pantry in Kittery, and Cross Roads House in Portsmouth, NH. “Footprints Food Pantry is sustained by the generosity of our community,” said Megan Shapiro-Ross, the organization’s executive director. “The donation from Kennebunk Savings fuels our ability to provide fresh produce, quality proteins and a variety of dairy products to local families as we continue

to focus on reducing the impact of hunger in our community.” The bank’s Community Promise campaign, which began in 1994, is an annual investment in the local community. At least 10% of the bank’s annual profits are donated to local nonprofits each year. Families seeking help this winter can dial 211 to be connected with many helpful services including financial assistance, help with domestic violence, recovery treatment & resources, health care, mental health care, or heating and utilities assistance.

Students Share Research at Career Readiness Symposium NEWTON, MA Sarah Webb of Wells and Anna Richardson of Berwick attend Lasell University. Recently, the students shared original research and projects, and engaged with core competencies identified by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) at the annual Career Readiness Symposium. Webb shared a sociology

research presentation, "Why Do People Immigrate to the United States and How Are They Faring Here?" with a specific focus on immigrants from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The presentation incorporated the NACE competencies of professionalism, leadership, and career and self-development. Richardson presented the latest edition of “Polished”,

Lasell's student-run fashion magazine. The presentation incorporated the NACE competencies of professionalism, leadership, equity and inclusion, and career and self-development. Richardson is one of the magazine's editors. Lasell's Career Readiness Symposium takes place every fall and asks students to present original research, projects, or

Meyer Recognized for Work ELIOT Rep. Michele Meyer, D-Eliot, has been recognized for her work in the state legislature and as House chair of the Health and Human Services Committee by a number of organizations. Meyer was named a 2021 Legislative Hero by the Maine Council on Aging, a statewide network dedicated to addressing the public policy concerns facing older adults in Maine. The award recognizes lawmakers who have led efforts to benefit the state’s older residents. Meyer was also the Maine Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Legislator of the field skills that align with core career competencies shared by NACE. Part of the symposium's goal is to collectively assist students in identifying and pursuing opportunities that allow them to become proficient in those areas as preparation for successful transitions into the workplace. For more information, contact Samantha Mocle, assistant director of communications, at smocle@lasell.edu or at 617-2432386.

Year. Maine AAP highlighted her work to end the sale of flavored tobacco products that entice children and teens to use and become addicted to nicotine. The Maine Association of Community Service Providers, or MACSP, recognized Meyer with its 2021 Legislative Leadership Award. MACSP, an association of organizations that provide support to children and adults with intellectual disabilities, autism and brain injuries in Maine, cited Meyer’s leadership advocating for people with disabilities as well as the direct care workforce who support them. As House chair of the Health and Human Services Committee, Meyer has played a central role in crafting policies that benefit Mainers. Her work this term has included efforts to address Maine’s direct care workforce crisis, help more Mainers enter the healthcare professions and support Maine children and families. Meyer, a registered nurse, is serving her second term in the Maine House, District 150 (formally 2) in Eliot and parts of Kittery and South Berwick. She is seeking re-election to a third term.

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