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Volume 20 • Issue No. 6

An Evening of Art and Chocolate to Benefit Science Museum KITTERY & DOVER, NH It’s a feast for the senses at “An Evening of Art & Chocolate,” a fundraising event happening Saturday, February 17, 6-8 p.m. at the Star Theatre/ Kitter y Community Center (KCC) in Kittery. The event benefits Friends of the Earth, Sea & Space Center in Dover, NH, and will feature a silent auction, delectable creations from local bakers, chocolatiers and dessert makers, and a hot chocolate bar. Numerous items will be

up for auction, including paintings, photographs, pottery, jewelry, pen and ink, metalwork and more, with topics ranging from nature to space. Artists

featured include Denise Brown, Robert Steedman, John Gianforte, J. Benn, Gale Miller, Red Door Pottery, Marcia Peverly, Crystal Ward Kent, Joseph St.

George, Designs by Lucinda, Sarah Minor, Caroline Parent, Deneille Spohn Moses, Jane Wooster Scott, Nugent Jewelry, amongst others. Some highlights include astral photography by John Gianforte, hand-crafted metalwork napkin rings in a marine theme by Gale Miller, water color paintings by Robert Steedman, hand-painted child’s furniture by Vermont artist Leigh Perham, photography by Neil Troost and hand-painted place-

mats by floor cloth artist Sarah Minor. Caroline Parent, a Dover, NH artist who works in fused glass, has created a spectacular sea-themed work especially for the Earth, Sea & Space Center. Also up for bid are two maritime paintings by landscape painter William Fisher, who opened the William Fisher Art School in Kennebunkport. Among the more unusual items up for auction is an origiSee CHOCOLATE on page 14 . . .

Free Tax Return Preparation in York County YORK COUNTY AARP Foundation TaxAide is ready to help Maine taxpayers prepare and file their 2023 tax returns. This is a free service provided by IRS-Certified AARP volunteers. The program is open to taxpayers of all ages, and AARP membership is not required to use this service. AARP Foundation TaxAide also strongly encourages people to file even if they are not required to. Many lower-income Mainers may be eligible for additional Maine state refunds for property tax/rent relief and sales tax relief. Tax prep centers have been set up in Eliot, Kittery, South Berwick, Wells and York, and are available by appointment now through April 12. Appointments are required to participate.

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Please note appointments are only for one tax return per tax year. If a household has more than one tax year to file or needs a tax return done for other family members, additional appointments are required. Participants are asked to arrive 15 minutes ahead of time to fill out a Tax Intake/Interview form. Please bring the following: a Picture ID (driver’s license or similar) for taxpayer and spouse; Social Security card (or an official Social Security document containing SSN) for all persons on the tax return; all tax docu-

ments for 2023. Examples: SSA1099, W-2, 1099-R, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-B, 1098, 1099NEC, Brokerage Statements, etc.; 1095 forms for Marketplace (ACA) health insurance; details on rents or property taxes paid in the calendar year 2023; a copy of last year’s tax return; a bank check for direct deposit, strongly recommended; any correspondence from the IRS. Local Tax-Aide Sites: Eliot: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. 2:30 p.m. until April 9; Thursdays, 1-4 p.m., through April 11.

At William Fogg Library annex, 116 Old Road, Eliot. FMI: 207439-9437. Kittery: Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. through April 10; Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. through April 11. At the Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Road, Kittery. FMI: 207-439-3800. South Berwick: Fridays, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. through April 12. At the Senior Center, 71 Norton Street, South Berwick. FMI: 207-384-3310. Wells: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., through April 9. At Wells Public Library Com-

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Introducing Ogunquit’s Newest Art Collective OGUNQUIT & CAPE NEDDICK A group of distinguished, local visual artists are forming a new group called Ogunquit River Painters. Their intent? To re-establish a community that reflects the rich traditions and styles of the painters who arrived in Ogunquit over a century ago and founded a thriving art colony. Ogunquit has a rich artistic history that traces back the early 1900s, starting with American painter Charles H. Woodbury. The natural beauty of Ogunquit attracted Charles, who along with many of his contemporaries, ended up establishing a thriving summer art colony there. With the opening of the Ogunquit Playhouse in 1933, the town quickly became a popular vacation destination

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as well, attracting vacationers, beachgoers, and those seeking cultural enrichment. The Ogunquit Museum of American Art, founded in 1951 by Henry Strater and then known as “The Museum of Art of Ogunquit,” has historically exhibited both past and present artists from the area. This rich legacy of local art

history is what sets Ogunquit apart from other resort towns along the Maine coast. The seasoned artists who founded Ogunquit River Painters, Claire Bigbee, Ric Della Bernarda, Paul Noel, and Doug Taylor, intend to partner with town management, local businesses, and existing art estab-

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lishments to promote local artists who will keep those forebears’ traditions alive, in the hopes of strengthening the town’s artistic heritage and attracting new artists. “We not only need to celebrate this rich artistic history, but we have a responsibility to do what we can to continue to bring new art enthusiasts to the area by attracting, encouraging, and supporting artists of all types” says Bigbee. Ogunquit River Painters intends to work with the town to initiate new programs that will attract new artists and art businesses to Ogunquit. Future proposals include a parking program for artists to visit and paint for the day, offering incentives for established galleries to open

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WAA Offers Free Black History Month Curriculum NATIONWIDE National nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) recently announced free access for educators with lesson plans highlighting Black History Month. The WAA TEACH program, spearheaded by retired educator and Gold Star Mother Cindy Tatum, aims to equip educators with a service-based curriculum to instill the values of freedom and honor in students nationwide. In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month, calling upon the public to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” In honor of Black History Month, the Wreaths Across America TEACH Program has developed lesson plans that honor

coming exceedingly rare in York County. This achievement is due to a unique collaboration among YLT, Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT), and US Fish and Wildlife Service to conserve an ecologically significant property that will benefit the health of the river for generations to come.” Nadilo noted that the catalyst for the project was a private landowner who approached YLT to see if there was interest in purchasing the parcel for conservation. The original property included a home, which was portioned off and sold. Occasionally, land trusts acquire large properties with houses on them and then sell the house while placing the See LAND on page 22 . . .

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Creative Connection at Eliot Aging in Place

10 a.m. every third Wednesday until May 15. Unleash creativity with a new topic each session. No artistic ability necessary, all supplies provided. FMI: maureenelliotaip@gmail.com. Upcoming: February 21.

Cozy Kitchen at Post 188

Ever y second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at American Legion Memorial Post 188, 455 Main St. Eliot. After more than a decade of inactivity, the “Cozy Kitchen” is ready to serve Eliot and Kittery. FMI: post188@gmail.com. Upcoming: February 14.

Towns of Kennebunk & Kennebunkport Cards & Camaraderie Community Game Night

Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. and Fridays, 9-11 a.m. at The Center, 175 Port Rd., Kennebunk. Enjoy games at the Center, or bring one of your own! Have fun and meet new friends. No skills required, open to all adults in the community. Sign-ups appreciated, but not required. FMI: 207-204-0004 or karleensideas@gmail.com.

Recycling Schedule Update

All trash and recycling should be out at curbside no earlier than 3 p.m. the day before collection and no later than 6:30 a.m. on collection day. Trash barrels and recycling bins must be removed from the curb 24 hours after collection. FMI and updated schedule: www.kennebunkportme.gov/solidwaste-recycling.

COS Food Pantry

Community Outreach Services (COS) food pantry at 19 Park St., Kennebunk, provides both perishable and non-perishable food to

residents of Arundel, Kennebunk, and Kennebunkport. All food orders require an appointment. FMI: www.coskennebunks.org or 207-985-3844.

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11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Kittery Community Center (KCC), 120 Rogers Rd., Kittery. The KCC provides meals to all who need or want one, on the third Wednesday of each month. Drop in for a bowl of soup, salad and a fresh slice of pie. No reservations required. Suggested donation: $5 per person. FMI: www.kitterycommunitycenter.org/ meals or 207-439-3800. Upcoming: February 21.

Stickers are available at the Town Clerk’s office for free. The vehicle’s license plate number will be needed to attain one. Stickers must be afﬁxed to the bottom of the passenger side windshield. FMI: www.southberwickmaine. org/departments/transfer_station/ index.php.

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

Town of Kittery KCM Seeks Vendors

It’s that time of year again! Kittery Community Market (KCM) is currently seeking local farmers, food vendors, artisans, and entrepreneurs to join in the 2024 season. The market will be open Sundays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. starting June 2, running through November 24. Full and part-time spots are avail-

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Footprints Food Pantry & Phinn’s Pet Food Pantry

Footprints provides fresh groceries and household supplies for area families in need. Footprints can deliver to those without a car or who are homebound. Call ahead for delivery. Phinn’s Pet Food Pantry, a part of Footprints Food Pantry in partnership with Maine Meat, provides supplies for pets in the Kittery and Eliot areas. Donations always needed. 37 Old Post Rd., Kittery, Tuesdays 5:306:30 p.m., Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m, Saturdays 9-10 a.m. FMI: www.footprintsfoodpantry. org or 207-439-4673.

Town of North Berwick February Hannaford Community Bag Program

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February Vacation Camp

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Wells Dredge

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Monthly Happenings Amateur Radio Society

Every other Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the New School, 38 York St., Kennebunk. The club informally gathers to support and promote amateur (ham) radio, with topics including early and contemporary equipment, digital technology, internet integration, and maintaining international contacts. Most meetings include a “tech talk” by a New England Radio Discussion Society member. Upcoming: February 20, March 5, March 19. FMI: 207-967-8812.

OPTIONS Clinic

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Wells, on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. Sweetser Drugs & Alcohol Clinician Lacey Bailey provides education about and resources for overdose prevention. FMI: www.knowyouroptions.me, www.sweetser.org, lmbailey@sweetser.org, or 207468-4015. Upcoming: February 14.

Bean & Casserole Supper

Every third Saturday of the month, 4-5:30 p.m. at the Trailblazers, 102 Bills Ln., Wells. All you can eat! $9 per person for ages 11 and up, $5 for age 4-10, free for younger. FMI: 207-468-9747. Upcoming: February 17.

Weekly Happenings Historic Walking Tours

Explore the history of the homes that line Summer Street in Downtown Kennebunk. Led by a Brick Store Museum tour guide. Reservations required. FMI: www. brickstoremuseum.org or 207985-4802.

Coffee with the Commander

Thursdays in February, 8:30-9:30 a.m. and 6-7 p.m. at American Legion Post 188, 455 Main St., Eliot. Post 188 invites all to a free, informal time to meet with Post 188 leadership. FMI: 207-703-2727, 207-439-3299, dghands@comcast.net, or post188@gmail.com.

Friday, February 9 International Women’s Club of New England Fundraiser

1 p.m. at Pilgrim Hall, First Parish Church, 180 York St., York. Fundraising event to beneﬁt the International Women’s Club of New England. A “Super Bowl” variety of soups and bread to be served, along with football bingo! FMI: 207-251-1746.

Yoga for Grief

5 p.m., online or in-person. Sponsored by Rhett’s Roost. $22 suggested donation, free for bereaved parents and siblings. FMI and to register: www.rettsroost.org/event/ yoga-for-grief.

Saturday, February 10 Whoopie Pie Sale

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Union Congregational Church, 18 Church St., York. Regular and gluten-free whoopie pie options. 6” Freshly made Super Bowl subs: $7, supplies limited. Super Meal Deals also available. Cash, local checks, Venmo accepted. Entrance and ramp are located near the rear of the parking lot. Storm date: February 11, 12-2:30 p.m. FMI: tinlzzy9@ gmail.com.

Science Saturdays at GWRLT

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Great Works Regional Land Trust (GWRLT), 610 Main St., Ogunquit. Learn about

the basics of tree identiﬁcation, and how conservation works to preserve wildlife and plant life. The hike depends on weather and conditions on the heath, limited to 15 participants. Free for GWRLT members; suggested donation of $5 per person, $10 per family, for non-members. Preregistration required at info@gwrlt.org or 207646-3604.

Art in Nature: Block Printing Workshop

2-5 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Discover that inner artist by creating hand-printed designs. No experience needed, all materials provided. Participants will leave with their block print and a set of handmade greeting cards. For ages 13 and up. $16/$12. Registration required at caryn@ wellsnerr.org or 207-646-1555.

Spaghetti Supper

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

Winter Wonderland

4:3 0 -7 p.m. at Noble Middle School, 46 Cranberry Meadow Rd., Berwick. For families with children up to 12 years. Dancing,

crafts, dinner, photo opps! A great time with friends and family as everyone dances the night away. Sponsored by Berwick Parks and Rec. FMI and tickets: srogers@ berwickmaine.org or 207-6981101 x 115.

Monday, February 12 Fuller Forest Guided Hike

3:30-5 p.m. at Fuller Forest Preserve, 33-69 Bartlett Rd., York. Take a woodland ramble, look for signs of wildlife, and learn how to identify trees in the winter. Maine Master Naturalist Sally Harold guides the walk. Hike difﬁculty: easy; appropriate footwear encouraged, as some areas may be icy. Free and open to the public, registration required at https://bit. ly/FullerHike.

Wednesday, February 14 Wednesday Wandering with GWRLT

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Rocky Hills Preserve, Punkintown Rd., South Berwick. Rocky Hills Preserve is a 200-acre preserve that is part of a large block of conservation land around York Pond. Hike limited to 25 participants. Preregistration required. FMI: info@gwrlt.org or 207-646-3604.

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~ Pets ~ Safe Haven Humane Society WELLS Safe Haven is accustomed to having a kitty who needs an expensive surgery on the urgent list. But currently there is not one, but three kitties in dire need of very costly diagnostics and/or surgeries. The shelter is starting a fund drive just for their medical expenses, which will cost an estimated $18,000 combined. As the public is probably aware, the prices of emergency and surgical vet care have soared. They are staggering, and as a non-profit, Safe Haven struggles to keep within their budget anyway. It can be overwhelming when they are hit with three urgent medical crises at once. Let’s meet these three kitties: Bubby’s story sounds like a Hallmark movie. This friendly orange kitty with deformed ears

(pictured) was abandoned by his owners, who moved away and left him behind. Alone on the streets, Bubby found friendship with a homeless kid, who even tried to sneak him into the homeless shelter. His attempt was discovered, and Bubby was evicted. Luckily, the caseworker realized how much Bubby meant to this young man and helped him find a safe place for Bubby to get the loving care and medical attention he needed. After a tearful goodbye, Bubby was surrendered to Safe Haven. Safe Haven is giving Bubby everything he needs to live a happy, healthy life. His ears are so badly damaged that each one needs a surgical ablation, to the tune of $12,000. The surgery is performed one ear at a time. Then Bubby must rest and recover, before the second ear is

done. Bubby has already had his first ear surgery, and is recovering beautifully in a very loving foster home where he is being spoiled wonderfully. If Bubby had not gotten the surgery, his future would be a life of pain. But now Bubby will have a long, pain-free life. Teresa, age 7, came to the shelter with another kitty from someone who could not keep them. Even though she already had cancer, Safe Haven did not turn away Teresa. The volunteers lovingly accepted her into Safe Haven. Her kitty companion was adopted, while Teresa

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stayed on as “everyone’s favorite.” Teresa quickly earned her free-roaming rights throughout the building, and became a permanent fixture in the kitchen. This sweet orange darling got unlucky again, when she was diagnosed with diabetes. That complicates her health, which is already compromised by lymphoma. Teresa needs expensive diagnostics and medical consultation to regulate her diabetes. These vet visits will cost several thousand dollars. But she must get this care to ensure a long and healthy life. Eaton is the third cat. During December she lived outside, behind a bush. A kind woman spotted her and gave her shelter. Now she is safe at Safe Haven, where she has received extensive medical care. Eaton still needs costly dental surgery on her gums and teeth. She is very sweet and deserves a happy, pain-free life. Each of these kitties deserve a chance to enjoy a happy life in good health. Safe Haven is counting on the public’s help. Donations in any amount to help curb ongoing medical expenses are always welcome, and can be sent to Safe Haven, PO Box 91, Wells, ME 04090. Thank you so much!

Emma’s Angels NORTH BERWICK We have a special little pup for adoption this week. Meet Toffee! Toffee is a little over one year old. He is a feist, or maybe a Carolina dog – those ears! Toffee came to us from Morgan City, LA. He is neutered and up to date on his vaccinations. Just a happy-go-lucky guy who gets along with everyone. Toffee would do well in an active family or as a walking buddy for a single person. He weighs in at 35 lbs. If you would like to meet this cutie give us a call. Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer organization in North Berwick. Needed at this time: we are low on everything! Any donations of dog or cat food are greatly appreciated. Donations can be left in our drop box at 30 Meeting House Road in North Berwick. The box is checked daily. We thank you for your support!

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~ Obituaries ~ back to Maine, where Elmer became a warden for Inland Fish & Game. Elmer and Viola, along with their daughter, moved to East Musquash Lake in Topsfield, and later moved to North Berwick. Viola taught herself to play piano “by ear.” She played PAR 3 golf, bowled weekly, and swam at the YMCA – “14 laps.” Viola was a part of the early beginnings of Hackmatack Playhouse in Berwick. She appeared in “Arsenic and Old Lace,” alongside friends Marie Dutch and Stan Thompson, Jr. Viola worked briefly at the local shoe shop, at the A&P in North Berwick and at the Ogunquit Information Bureau. She also owned the antique shop at the center of town. “Vi” said she had no spiritual gifts, but always encouraged people from behind the scenes. She was a member of First Baptist Church for 60 years. For 14 years, she offered her home for Bible Study class. Vi loved sitting on the porch in the sun, but mostly she loved her cats. Viola was predeceased by her husband Elmer and infant son; brother Gilbert Bishop of Norridgewock; and sister Pauline (Bishop) Lewis of Silver Springs, MD. She will be missed by her

Viola (Bishop) Fogg, 97 NORT H BERW ICK – Viola (Bishop) Fogg went to her Lord Jesus, passing peacefully in the arms of her son, Jon. She had lived with Jon and his wife Deborah in Brooksville, FL, for four years. She had been a North Berwick resident for more than 60 years, prior to selling her farm at 107 Maple Street. Viola was born February 15, 1926 in Madison, daughter of Joseph Mullen Bishop and Deline Bishop. She loved music, tap danced at fairs and for local events, and played basketball. After high school, Viola moved to the Washington, DC area where she lived with her sister, Polly. When Elmer Fogg returned from the military after being stationed in North Africa and Italy, he and Viola married and moved

son Jon Fogg and wife Deborah of Brooksville, FL.; daughter Susan (Fogg) Greenwood and husband Wayne of Wesley Chapel, FL; grandchildren, Wendy (Greenwood) Baisley and husband Caleb of Merrimac, MA., Holly Beth (Greenwood) Romano and husband Tony of Sanford, Jason Fogg and wife Heather of Rochester, NH, Jon Fogg, Jr. and wife Amanda of Dexter, MO, and Holly (Stubbs) Patricks and husband Mike of Newport News, VA; great-grandchildren, Alisha Romano of Sanford, Sawyer and Camryn Fogg of Rochester, NH, Dillon and Kaleigh Fogg of Dexter, MO, and Devin Romano of Lebanon; great-great grandchildren, Cooper and Carter Campbell of Sanford; as well as many nieces and nephews. Vi’s favorite scripture was Proverbs 3:5: “Trust in the Lord with your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” Interment will be in the spring at Forest Hills Cemetery, Park Street, in Madison. Per Viola’s request, there will be no services. • • • • • • • • • •

to Nancy (Nickeson) Kane and loving father to Bruce, Sue, Marcia and Erica. One of the kindest souls on this planet, Vic was a gentle, giving man who worked tirelessly as an advocate for the homeless and those in need. His selfless nature was such that those around him always came first. Anyone who knew him could not help but to love Vic’s infectious smile, humor and the way he always appreciated the little things in life. Vic loved golfing and fishing, and was an overall sports enthusiast. He spent his retirement in Palmetto, FL, with Nancy. He was predeceased by his parents and his loving wife, Nancy, of nearly 60 years, and leaves behind his children and their spouses: Bruce and Shelley Kane, Sue and Richard Satterwhite, Marcia and Kelly Reil, and Erica and Rob Sullivan. Vic also leaves behind nine grandchildren: Natalie, Vanessa, Trevor, Kristopher, Maya, Matt, Jake, Stephanie, and Zack. As well as five great-grandchildren: Grace, Emma, Abbey, Sidney, and Ava. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A memorial service honoring Vic’s life will be held Tuesday, February 20, at 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Bradenton, FL. • • • • • • • • • •

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WELLS – Kathryn Mary Shackford of Wells passed away February 2, 2024. She was born March 8, 1946 in Rochester, NH, to George and Antonia (Gourdourus) Hill. Kathr yn was raised in Dover, NH, and was part of the

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John Ray Weymouth, 55 NORTH BERWICK - John Ray Weymouth of Maple Street passed away peacefully, February 1, 2024 at Wentworth-Douglas Hospital after a brief period of failing health. John was born October 21, 1969 in Sanford, the son of Leslie and Sandra (Bentley) Weymouth. John graduated Noble High School in 1987 where he See WEYMOUTH on page 7 . . .

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~ Obituaries ~ . . . WEYMOUTH from page 6 participated in football. In his free time, he loved mudding on Ridlon Road. In 1997, John was in a lifealtering motor vehicle accident which changed his future but not his attitude and outlook on life. He never complained or lost his sense of humor at the hand he was dealt. John remained his own happy self, giving orders whenever it felt necessary. He loved when his nephew and niece, Sam and Grace, slept over at Uncle’s house. John would give them rides on his feet in the wheelchair, watch movies, introduce Sam to the wonders of “Star Wars” and treat Grace to whatever teddy bear she wanted. He attended their track and CrossCountry meets, Eagle Scouts ceremonies and Tae Kwon Do events. John enjoyed planning and preparing the meals for himself and his dad, beginning at the grocery store, and did all the cooking. He owned an extensive movie collection, loved his computer, and watched all the Boston teams: Celtics, Patriots, Red Sox and Bruins. The family built a trail for John through the woods behind their home that he enjoyed each and every day, except for that one day that the chair stopped working, and Dad had to pull him back to the house with the tractor! John had his own platform tree stand where he contin-

ued to enjoy hunting, as he had since his youth. In 2003, he went on a hunt to Jackman with his brother-in-law Stephen, where John bagged his first moose. He was always up for an adventure. John was predeceased by his mom Sandy, brother-in-law Stephen Fleming, cousin Daren Thyng, and several aunts and uncles. He will be forever loved by his dad Leslie Weymouth, sister Jessica Fleming, nephew Sam Fleming, and niece Grace (Fleming) Oso and husband Damian, all of Sanford; aunts and uncles, Owen and Lynn Thyng of North Berwick, Wayne and Gail Weymouth of Wells, Sibyl Bentley of Springvale, Daniel and Melodie Bentley of Rochester, and Gil Larsen of Florida; many cousins; and his loving companion, his dog, “B.” The family will forever be grateful to John’s caregivers who became like family: Lisa Winchell, Janice Pomerleau, and Michelle Dumont. They made life a bit easier every day. A time of visitation will be held Friday, February 9, 3-5 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market St., North Berwick. Come share a Johnny story. Interment in the spring. Friends who wish may contribute to Maine Adaptive Sports & Recreation, PO Box 853, Bethel, ME 04217. Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home where condolences, stories and pictures may be shared at www. johnsonfuneralhomeme.com.

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~ Library News ~

Berwick Public Library Handy Helper Tool Collection

Items include a folding walker, jar openers, ergonomic gardening tools, seatbelt extenders, and lots more.

Memory Kits

The library has have three Memory Care kits available as part of their Library of Things: Early Stage, Middle Stage, Late Stage kits help those dealing with various levels of memory challenges.

Noble High School Teen Book Club

The Berwick Public Library is partnering with Noble High School to offer a teen book club called The Chapters. All Noble High School students are welcome. The book is “Four for the Road,” by K. J. Reilly.

Volunteers for BLA Board

The Berwick Library Association Board is seeking new members. The board maintains the library building and supports library operations. Terms are for three years.

Winter Emergency Preparedness Kits

Emergency Preparedness kits. Kits provided by Berwick for a Lifetime. Limited supply; sign up at the circulation desk to reserve.

Boards, Builds & Books

Library of Things

Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

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The Library of Things contains items like power tools, musical instruments, nature explorer backpacks, games, camping tents, and even kayaks, all available to borrow with a valid library card.

Passes Available

The library has passes available for area gardens, museums and state parks. Park passes are valid for up to a 17-passenger vehicle. For more information and pass reservations contact the library.

Online Book Sale

Online book sale is available to peruse 24/7. Sale list includes all books on the book sale shelf, and is updated weekly. Hardcovers are $2, paperbacks $1.

Nifty Needleworkers

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Playgroup Story Time for Toddlers Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Minecraft Club

The library now offers Winter

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

Preschool Story Time

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

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Laptops to Borrow

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The library recently received a Remote Work through Libraries Small Project Grant from the Maine State Library. To better support remote workers and entrepreneurs, they now offer ﬁve Dell and ﬁve Mac laptops to borrow for up to three hours for in-library use. The library is a great resource for remote workers, offering free high-speed internet, adjustable standing workstations, a Keurig machine, and access to a variety of books.

Library STEM Kits

Kits include astronomy, createa-chain-reaction, engineering, gaming, human body, hydraulics engineering, metal detecting, natural disasters, 4-H galactic

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

Teen/YA Book Club

Mondays at 3:45 p.m. Come chat about group recommendations!

LEGO Club

Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.

Cubing Club

Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Yarn Divas Knitting and Crochet Club

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Crafternoon

Wednesdays, 2:30-4 p.m.

Hand & Machine Sewing and Crafts Thursdays, 1:30-3 p.m.

Science Club

Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

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Movie Matinee

Saturday, February 10 at 2 p.m. Spend a fun afternoon with someone special! Enjoy a bit of dancing “cheek-to-cheek” with Fred and Ginger in a special showing of “Top Hat.” Light refreshments and sweets will be served. Please use the white door in the parking lot. Free; donations always welcome.

Your Health Matters Book Club

Tuesday, February 13, 12 p.m. Lunch-time book discussion of “Sober Curious” by Ruby Warrington. Copies of the book available at the library. In partnership with the Kennebunkport Public Health Department.

Hibernation with CFW

Tuesday, February 13, 3:15-4 p.m. An informative program featuring a special guest from the Center for Wildlife (CFW), a private, nonproﬁt conservation and environmental education organization in Cape Neddick. What will it be? A bird? A bat? Come in and see! For all ages, pre-registration required.

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The library encourages visitors to check out the ongoing book sale in the basement. Thousands of books and DVDs in great condition for sale at very low prices. Inventory is always changing. All proceeds go to beneﬁt the library.

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Community Art Show

Work created by staff, volunteers, and library members. The exhibition showcases a diverse range of artistic styles and mediums. New pieces come and go as items sell, with half of proceeds from each sale going to beneﬁt the library.

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~ Library News ~ . . . GRAVES from page 8 Come in for technology help! Staff members help with technology needs, any time during library hours. No appointment necessary.

What’s Your Story?

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

Portside Readers

Wednesdays at 7 p.m. on the library’s Facebook, YouTube channel and on the Town of Kennebunkport’s cable channel 1301. Stories, poems, tales, essays, drama, songs and more by the Portside Readers, a small group of local actors, writers, book club members and musicians.

Port Knitters

Wednesdays, 1-3 p.m. Calling all fellow knitters! Bring in any current knitting project and supplies.

Fabulous Friday Family Story Time

Fridays at 10 a.m. Stories, finger plays, songs and crafts, puzzle cubes, Viewmaster, photo booth, “I Spy” terrarium, seasonally themed scavenger hunt, and more! For ages 0-5; however, all ages are welcome. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate. No registration is required.

For More Information

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invitation for the public to participate in a focus group as part of their strategic planning process. Public input plays a crucial role in shaping the future direction of the library. The focus group provide a platform for open discussions about the strengths, opportunities, and challenges to face. Upcoming dates: Tuesday, February 20, 5:30-7 p.m.; Friday, February 23, 2-3 p.m.; Tuesday, March 5, 9-11 a.m.; Monday, March 11, 1-2:30 p.m. Registration required.

Story Time

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

Dragon Hunters and Treasure Seekers Guild

Mondays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. For new and experienced players. Bring in a character from a previous game, make a new one, or use an existing character from the starter set. All other supplies provided. Ages 10 through teen; new players always encouraged.

Spanish Conversation

Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Practice conversational Spanish with educator and native Spanish-speaker Eva Hernandez. Eva is looking forward to getting to know people in the community through this program. Registration is appreciated

but not required. This program is free and wheelchair accessible.

In Stitches

Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Masks required. Grab that half-finished project and enjoy the company of others. All skill levels are welcome. Also meets on Zoom on the first Tuesday of every month.

Tech Time

Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 2-5 p.m. Technology can move too fast for some to keep up. The library is here to help. Sign-up for 45-minute one-on-one appointments. Learn to download eBooks and apps, make heads or tails of a new device, and troubleshoot software.

Fiber Arts Group

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

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Saturday, February 17, 12-2 p.m. Sweet Stitches is a crafting group for knitting, crochet, sewing, cross stitch, and other fiber arts. The group also works with The Warming Project which is always looking for help to make blankets, scarves, mittens, hats, and socks for the unsheltered on the seacoast.

February Book Club

Tuesday, February 20, 10:30-11:30 a.m. with a Zoom option. Discussing “The Vanishing Half” by Brit Bennett.

Wednesday, February 21 2:30-4 p.m. This group meets monthly to document the formal and informal history of Ogunquit. Bring your knowledge and memories!

Book Arts

Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Interested newcomers are welcome to join in and learn the art of bookbinding.

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Oneness Meditation

Every third Saturday of the month, 10-11:30 a.m. Take a break, quiet the mind, and discover the benefits of meditation in a sacred transfer of energy, with Deeksha. No registration required. FMI: marael@me.com. Upcoming: February 17.

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The library now has 2023 Tax Forms available: Federal 1040 & 1040-SR (plus instruction booklet); Maine 1040ME; Maine Tax Form request information. AARP TaxAide information begins February 7 at the Kittery Community Center. FMI: www.kitteryme.gov.

Portable Optical Microscopes

The library now has two portable microscopes available for check out. Microscopes ﬁt in the palm of the hand, use standard batteries, and come with accessories to attach smartphones for taking photos.

Bluegrass Jam Band

Every other Saturday, 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Bluegrass and country musicians get together on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month to jam! Sessions are open to the public – bring an instrument and start picking!

Story Time

Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. on the second ﬂoor. Stories,

play, and a small take-home craft or coloring page. For children up to age 5 and their caregivers. No registration necessary.

LEGO Club

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

Teen Crafternoon

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

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Writer’s Group

Saturdays, 2-3 p.m.

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Thursdays at 2 p.m.

Dungeons & Dragons

Thursdays, 5-7 p.m. For middle and high schoolers. Beginners welcome at any time.

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York Public Library YPL Walking Club

Mondays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Join a rotating selection of favorite librarians for a guided walk around town. Tour starts at the library lobby. Call ahead for details and to RSVP.

Preschool Story Time

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Stories, movement and songs. For ages three to ﬁve, with a caregiver. This is a drop-in program.

Baby and Toddler Time

Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Stories, songs, rhymes, lap bounces, social playtime. For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.

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Wednesdays at 3 p.m.

LEGO Club

School-Age Story Time

Fiber Arts

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Thursdays at 10:30 am.

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5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. “Lessons in Chemistry,” by Bonnie Garmus. Upcoming: February 13.

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

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

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to meet for stories, songs, and movement, all followed by a craft.

Fridays at 3 p.m. Build master creations with LEGOs provided by the library. The library also has Rubik’s cubes on hand with instructions on how to solve them. All ages welcome.

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LEGO Club

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LEGO and Rubik’s Cube Club

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

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Mondays at 10:30 a.m. For children ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. Lap activities, rhymes, songs, and ﬁnger-plays.

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Wednesday, February 14 at 1 p.m. Play snarky bingo and make crafts that celebrate the love between best friends! Snacks will provided. For students in grade 5 and up.

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

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Wednesdays, 3 - 5 p.m. Build something amazing! Each builder will create something to put on display until the next meeting. Kids kindergarten through fourth grade can participate with a caregiver. This is a drop-in program.

Saturday, February 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Indulge in a tempting array of chocolate goodies the annual chocolate sale to beneﬁ t the library. Rafﬂe prizes too.

Poetry Tea Party

Saturday, February 10 at 10:30 a.m. Monthly Poetry Tea Party. Bring a favorite poem – your work or someone else’s – and share while snacking on tea and cookies.

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Every other Thursday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bimonthly meetup for any and all hand-crafters! Upcoming: February 15. Fridays, 3-4 p.m. in the Wheeler Room. A casual weekly gathering for those interested in having civil discussion about the previous week’s current events.

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home & garden Lovely Lavender By Cheryl Farley, Contributing Writer “And still she slept an azure-lidded sleep, In blanched linen, smooth, and lavender’d” – From “The Eve of St Agnes,” John Keats Who can resist cool, crisp linens scented with lavender? Or a garden path lined with its wispy spikes of aromatic amethyst-tinted blossoms? For centuries this herb has delighted mankind with its alluring scent, its loveliness and its culinary, health and beauty benefits. The word “lavender” derives from the Latin root lavare, which means to wash. It was a staple of the Roman baths, where the oil from its leaves was used to purify the body and spirit. Since ancient times, lavender f lowers have been sewn into sachets to aid with relaxation and rest. While lavender is typically associated with England due the abundance growing there, it actually hails from the temperate regions of the Mediterranean, and was most likely brought to Europe by the Romans. Cleopatra is said to have seduced both Julius Caesar and Mark Antony with its sultry scent! Throughout history this herb was also used to strengthen nerves, relieve nausea, and as a sedative. As an external compress it was used to relieve sprains, and its oils to repel insects. Today, we use lavender in many of the same ways as well as in soap, lotion, perfume, room freshener, laundry detergent and more. Today there are as many as 115 varieties of lavender throughout the world. Here in the Northeast, the most commonly cultivated variety is English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), which is hardy to Zone 5. Hidecote and Munstead are two tried-and-true favorites that can be found in many gardens here in Maine, as they can withstand the coastal winters with little care. Lavender is a lovely bushy perennial that can grow up to three feet tall. It produces small blue-violet f lowers along its many spikes which are striking against its lovely blue-green needle-like foliage. French and Spanish lavender can also thrive in the garden bed, but must be treated as an annual as they are only hardy to Zone 8. They can be potted and brought indoors to winter over and replanted in late spring. For folks living in Zone 4 and colder, the English lavenders can be mulched over outdoors for protection, or also potted and brought inside to enjoy all winter. Lavender is easy to grow and readily available in most garden centers. It is best to purchase young potted plants in the spring and set them in the ground once the threat of frost has passed. Starting from seed is only for the most intrepid, as they can take up to three months to germinate, and require spe-

The Timeless Symbolism of Roses on Valentine’s Day

cific conditions and temperatures to succeed. If planting in the fall, larger more established plants will help ensure their survival through winter. The plant is not fussy about soil but does need to drain well. Soggy feet will not do! Be sure to amend dense clay soi l wit h compost or manure before planting. Setting the plants about two to three feet apart will allow them to grow to their full width, with plenty of room for the violet spikes to sway in the summer breezes. Lavender thrives in sunny spots that provide at least six to eight hours of sunlight a day, and pairs nicely with any plant in the garden bed, roses in particular. Try planting some at the base of climbing roses for an intense aromatic treat in June. To repeat the thrill with a second bloom later in the season, be sure to harvest the lavender and deadhead the roses after that first wave of blooms. Lavender not only brings a sense of romance to the garden; it also attracts butterf lies and bees and other pollinators. Once lavender is in bloom and while some of the buds have yet to open, it is time to harvest for drying. When gathering stems, grab only what can fit within the circle of your forefinger and thumb. Wrap each bundle three times around (or more if smaller bunches) with an elastic band. Take a paper clip and hook one end on the rubber band and the other end on a bar, rope or wire to hang for several weeks. Be sure to place in an area that is well ventilated and out of direct sunlight to prevent fading. Once dried, the plants can be placed in baskets, jars, or vases for display or made into wreaths that can last for years. Loose dried petals can be used for sachets to scent dresser drawers and closets. Oh! And, a bouquet of roses mixed with lavender makes a lovely bouquet to present to a loved one on Valentine’s Day!

WORLDWIDE Valentine’s Day abounds with rich symbolism, and among its enduring emblems, roses stand out as an unequivocal expression of love. While heart-shaped boxes of candy gained popularity in the 1800s as a sweet gesture between sweethearts, the tradition of gifting roses dates back even further, tracing its roots to ancient civilization. The significance of roses in matters of the heart can be traced back to the rituals of the Ancient Greeks and Romans, who adorned themselves with rose garlands during wedding ceremonies, symbolizing love, beauty, and fertility. However, it was a later historical figure who played a pivotal role in cementing the association between roses and love. King Charles II, during his

travels to Persia, discovered the profound significance of flowers in conveying expressions of love. Among them, red roses stood as a powerful symbol of deep affection. Upon his return to Europe, King Charles shared this newfound “language of f lowers,” igniting a trend that would soon captivate the hearts of many. Yet, even before K ing Charles’ journey to Persia, the practice of assigning meaning to flowers was already common practice throughout Europe. Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, the wife of a British ambassador to Turkey, observed and chronicled this practice in her letters home to England in 1716. Although her interpretations were later found to be inaccurate, her writings contributed to the popularization of the language of flowers, where specific blooms

conveyed nuanced emotions. Today, the tradition endures, and on Valentine’s Day, red roses reign supreme as the quintessential symbol of love and devotion. Couples around the world exchange bouquets of the deep red blooms, each petal whispering of that timeless message of affection. While heart-shaped boxes of candy may symbolize sweet sentiment, it is the rose, with its rich history and universal appeal, that truly embodies love on Valentine’s Day. Article content provided by MetroCreative. The Weekly Sentinel does not endorse any products or services suggested by articles from MetroCreative.

Making Valentine’s Day Roses Last Longer NATIONWIDE Valentine’s Day spending shows little sign of waning. Floral arrangements are among the most popular purchases on this special day. According to Rio Roses, customers spent $2.3 billion on flowers for Valentine’s Day in 2022. Valentine’s Day tends to be the busiest day for florists, as plenty of people want to surprise sweethearts with bouquets and other floral arrangements. Red roses account for 70% of all Valentine’s Day flower purchases. Early in 2023, Finance Buzz researched the average cost of a dozen roses in each state so shoppers could expect what they would pay to gift their loved ones, and the average price for a dozen roses in the United States was $80.16. Pennsylvania had the most affordable roses, and Hawaii, the most expensive.

Roses can be costly, and recipients may want to do their bests to ensure the flowers last as long as possible. The following are a few tips to help keep those beautiful blooms fresh and pretty for as long as possible: Unwrap the bouquet from any plastic as soon as possible to let the flowers breathe. Also, recut the stems with sharp scissors at a 45-degree angle. Remove any leaves from the stems that would end up sitting in the water when the roses are placed in a vase. Wash the vessel to rid it of dirt, dust and any grime to give the roses the best start possible. Use lukewarm water to fill the vase. Water that is too hot or too cold may shock the blooms and shorten their life span. Fill the vase to three-quarters full. Use the f lower food that

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FEBRUARY 14 Service & Lunch 11:30 AM - 1 PM Gather with us for a light lunch of soup, bread, and fruit, before we observe the Ash Wednesday Service led by Rev. Maren Tirabassi.

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People and Business Profiles

KFL Expresses Gratitude to Holiday Giving Campaign KENNEBUNK The Kennebunk Free Library (KFL) is delighted to extend its heartfelt appreciation to Cole Harrison Insurance and all generous individuals who contributed to the success of 2023’s Holiday Giving campaign. Together, KFL not only met but exceeded their fundraising goal, unlocking a $5,000 challenge gift from Cole Harrison Insurance and the KFL’s Board of Trustees, resulting in a grand total of $41,406 in donations. “Cole Harrison’s commitment to match $2,500 in donations has had a profound impact on the success of our Holiday Giving campaign. Their commitment to our cause not only amplified the financial contributions, but also served as a tremendous source of motivation for our community,” expressed Michelle Conners, Library Director. Donors provide the stability and resources needed to continue KFL’s mission to inspire and enable the community to discover, learn, and connect. It is because of community partners like Cole Harrison Insur-

Left to right: Patrick Foley, Cole Harrison; Michelle Conners, KFL Director; David Fazzina and Blue, Cole Harrison; Linda DeFelice, Linda Miller Cleary, Laura Dauphinais, and Judy Pitchforth, KFL Trustees; and John Kreie, Cole Harrison.

ance and private supporters that the library is able to expand the diverse range of services and programs that make it a vibrant hub of exploration and connection. Financial support allows KFL to: Expand collections. Donations help KFL purchase new books, resources, and materials that cater to the evolving interests and needs of our patrons. Enhance technological infrastructure. In the digital age, staying technologically relevant is crucial Contributions enable KFL to invest in modern technology and provide essential digital resources to the community. Facilitate educational programs. From literacy initiatives to workshops and seminars, donations empower KFL to or-

ganize and host a variety of creative and educational programs that benefit people of all ages. Maintain a welcoming environment. Donor generosity allows the library to provide a clean, comfortable, and inviting space for individuals, families, and groups to come together, learn, and engage with one another. Cole Harrison’s commitment to KFL reflects a shared vision of fostering a vibrant and thriving community. As the two organizations celebrate their ongoing partnership, each looks forward to a future filled with continued collaboration and support from the community. For more information, visit www. kennebunklibrary.org and www. coleharrison.com

York Hospital’s Patrick Taylor Among “Top CEOs of Maine” YORK York Hospital is pleased to announce that President and CEO Patrick A. Taylor, MD, MBA, has been named among the “Top 25 CEOs of Maine for 2023” by Key Executives, ranking tenth overall. The award is based on research and data compiled by Key Executives, which provides the latest information on today’s leading corporate executives across the U.S. and covers a range of topics including leadership, innovation, technology, collaboration, and organizational effectiveness. Dr. Taylor arrived at York Hospital in April 2021, one year into the COVID-19 pandemic, and faced unprecedented challenges. During his three-year tenure, he has partnered with the executive leadership team and a forward-thinking board of trustees to implement strategic initiatives that align with the hospital’s mission to enhance the health and wellness of the patients and communities it serves. The results include improvements in quality, safety, and service which support the delivery of convenient, accessible, and affordable care that is both high touch and high tech. Among the most significant

improvements was the installation of the Philips Incisive CT Scanner, which provides patients with the latest in imaging technology and allows earlier and faster diagnoses for a variety of conditions. Additionally, York Hospital worked with U.S. Senators Susan Collins and Angus King in 2022 and 2023 to secure grants through omnibus funding of the Health and Human Services appropriations committee. The funding includes $2.5 million toward the renovation of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and $155,000 for York Hospital’s Recovery Center to expand substance use disorder prevention efforts and improve access to treatment in Southern Maine. Also notable are the numerous health care awards York Hospital has received throughout the past year while under Dr. Taylor’s leadership. These include: A five-star rating for “Overall Hospital Quality” by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), one of four Maine hospitals to achieve this distinction; Five stars from Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers & Systems (HCAHPS) for “Excellence in Nurse Communication”; Healthgrades “Outstanding Patient Ex-

Edward Jones Introduces Irene P. Bowen and York Harbor Office YORK The financial services firm Edward Jones has hired Irene P. Bowen as the financial advisor to open Edward Jones’ first branch office in York Harbor at 15 Woodbridge Road, Suite 1. “I’m eager to become acquainted with all the people of York,” Irene said. “I’m looking forward to settling down here, and I am planning to become an active member of the community.” Edward Jones, a leading financial services firm in the U.S. and Canada, has over 19,000 financial advisors serving 8 million clients with $1.9 trillion in

assets. For more information, contact Bowen at 207-361-4665 or irene.bowen@edwardjones. com.

Fortin Opens New Tax Prep Business OGUNQUIT Ogunquit resident Scott Fortin recently opened a new tax preparation service, Fortin Financial. Fortin holds a business degree in economics and accounting from USM. He is an enrolled agent with the IRS and has more than 20 years of personal and small business tax preparation experience. Current owner of the Bourne Bed and Breakfast and previous owner of the Mariner Resort, Scott and his wife, Tina, have been area business owners for over 20 years.

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SMHC Opens New Wound Care Center SANFORD Southern Maine Health Care (SMHC) has expanded its wound care services with a new wound care center in Sanford. Southern Maine Health Care Wound Care offers comprehenperience Award” for the fourth consecutive year, scoring in the top 15% nationwide; Women’s Choice Awards in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Orthopedics, Outpatient Experience, Small Hospitals Comprehensive Care and Best Mammogram Imaging Center, most ranked within the top 3% in the U.S.; An “A” Grade in Social Responsibility from the Lown Institute for performance as care providers, employers, and community partners; Healogics Wound Center of Distinction award for “Outstanding Clinical Outcomes and High Patient Satisfaction” for the sixth consecutive year; “Patient-Centered Medical Home Recognition for Pediatric, Primary Care and Internal Medicine Practices” from

the National Committee for Quality Assurance. “I am proud to serve at York Hospital. I am inspired by our caregivers to whom this recognition is a tribute and energized by the continued trust the community places in us each day,” said Dr. Taylor. York Hospital is an independent, non-profit hospital that has been a staple in the community since 1906. Licensed for 79 beds, over 275 physicians on the medical staff serve the main hospital campus in York, along with seven community sites throughout Southern Maine. For more information, visit www.yorkhospital.com.

sive and innovative approaches to wound care including hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) to treat complex wounds resulting from diabetes, radiation burns, vascular disease, trauma wounds, pressure ulcers and more. HBO has been proven to accelerate wound healing by increasing the level of oxygen in the tissue and improving the healing efficiency of the white blood cells. The wounds are exposed to 100% oxygen under pressure to patients in a closed single-person chamber. “We have been looking forward to bringing this needed service to our patients who live in York County,” said SMHC Wound Care Specialist Jessica Morse, MD. “Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is another level of advanced wound care that can help heal wounds that may have not responded to other therapies.” In addition to treating See CARE on page 18 . . .

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~ Arts & Entertainment ~ The Four C Notes at SPAC

SANFORD Celebrate Valentine’s Day with North America’s top tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Showtime is 7 p.m. Saturday, February 10, at the Sanford Performing Arts Center (SPAC) 100 Alumni Blvd, in Sanford. Created by “Jersey Boys” star John Michael Coppola, The Four C Notes deliver an authentic show with their spectacular vocals, matching vintage

outfits, and crisp choreography. Backed by a dynamic seven-piece rhythm and horn ensemble, the ensemble will perform all the favorites: “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” “Workin’ My Way Back To You (Babe),” “Let’s Hang On,” “December 1963 (Oh, What A Night)” and many, many more. For more information, visit www.sanfordpac.org or call 207206-1126.

The Telling Room Honors Young Writers Statewide STATEWIDE The Telling Room, a literary arts education organization whose mission is to empower youth through writing and share their voices with the world, is thrilled to recognize fourteen young authors from across Maine as county winners in the 17th Annual Statewide Writing Contest. A “School for Clouds” is a poem written by Deanna Ferris while she was an eighth grader at Wells Junior High School. Deanna loves finding fun shapes and animals in the clouds, and decided to give a more human aspect to the clouds in her poem. A voracious reader, Deanna loves reading anything and everything she can get her hands on, and enjoys writing poems inspired by the many aspects of the sky. Each year, The Telling Room encourages Maine youth to submit work to the annual contest. This year, a total of 300 creative writing submissions were received. The winners were selected by a panel of judges that included booksellers, local authors, editors, publishers, Telling Room alumni, and current Telling Room students. Students in the school’s Publishing Workshop set the standards by which each piece of writing was judged and had the final say in selecting winners. To recognize the wide geographic participation in this year’s contest, The Telling Room honored one writer from each of Maine’s fourteen participating counties as a county winner, in addition to the grand prize winner. Lily Jessen’s poem “Never” was selected as both the grand prize winner and the Cumberland county winner. Additional county winners include: “The Rubik’s Cube” by Belle Beauchesne, Hebron Academy, Lewiston (Androscoggin); “Only Child” by Taylor Cou-

lombe, Fort Kent Community School, Wallagrass (Aroostook); “It’s Not as I Once Dreamed” by Christina Nelson, Spruce Mountain High School, Jay (Franklin); “I Melt In Music” by Luci Misiaszek, age 15, Mount Desert Island High School, Trenton (Hancock); “The Unfortunate Dragonfly” by Nhi Nguyen, Oak Hill High School, Litchfield (Kennebec); “A Cow Named Horse” by Imogen Esmé Egenson of Hope (Knox); “Silent Shadows” by Lily Coleman, the Center for Teaching and Learning, Edgecomb (Lincoln); “Ballet-Slipper Pink” by Kate Dilworth, Hebron Acad-

6th Annual LEGO Build-Off OGUNQUIT Village Toy Funatic’s 6th Annual LEGO Build-Off kicked off Saturday, January 20, and runs through Friday, February 23. Kids of all ages are invited to use their imaginations to build an original LEGO creation with their existing kits, and to compete with other master builders. Contestants use their personal LEGO sets to build a unique vision from an experience, a favorite location, a scene from a book, a super cool vehicle, a colorful building, a crazy f lying machine, or a favorite animal – the possibilities are limitless! Once complete, original creations can be brought into the store to enter the contest. Participants are encouraged to pull from their exiting LEGO sets to make unique and new creations, but are discouraged from replicating exact official LEGO sets. Entries will be displayed in the store’s front windows on Main Street, and all masterpieces will be returned to their builders after the contest ends. emy, Norway (Oxford); “Nocturnal Beast” by Camryn Harvey, Bangor High School, Bangor (Penobscot); “I am a Crow” by Imogen Dedek, Mt. Ararat Middle School, Topsham (Sagadahoc); “Dear You,” by Aaliyah Yarde, 11th grader at Nokomis Regional High School, Palmyra (Somerset); “Our Last Encounter” by Nevyn Harvey, Belfast Area High School, Belfast (Waldo); “A School for Clouds” by Deanna Ferris, Wells Junior High School, Wells (York). For more information, visit www.tellingroom.org or call 207774-6064.

Contestants are encouraged to bring designs in for display as early as possible. The earlier participants bring in their creations, the more time friends, family and the public can enjoy every amazing build. Village Toy Funatic knows that LEGO is not just for kids – big kids love LEGOs, too! There are age brackets available to everyone, making the contest suitable for families and groups: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-8, Ages 9-13, Ages 14-17, and “Adult Big Kids” over 18. Maximum size of each entry is 15” x 15”, the size of a LEGO base plate. Please secure entries onto a stable board base, and remember to come up with a creative name for the design! Voting will be done instore by both customers and Village Toy’s team of Toy Experts throughout the contest. One entry per person only, please.

Winners will be announced on Saturday, February 24. The toy shop encourages everyone to beat the winter blues and join in on the fun! The BuildOff is an excellent opportunity for participants to unleash their creativity and construct their very own LEGO masterpieces. Now is the time to show the world that creativity! Village Toy Funatic is located 232 Main Street, Ogunquit. For more information, visit www.villagetoyfunatic.com or call 207-646-7728.

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OGUNQUIT The crew over at CREW Ogunquit recently hosted a waffle-eating contest to celebrate the latest addition of waffles to their breakfast menu. Contestants and members of the Ogunquit community came together that morning to celebrate the joy of warmth during the cold winter months, and to see who could eat the most waffles in 10 minutes. The waffles were of a large and fluffy Belgian style, so each 1/4 counted as one waffle. The morning was filled with merriment, laughter, prizes, bragging rights, and of course, delicious waffles! Officer Scott Flanagan of the Ogunquit Police Department was declared the winner, with an astonishing count of 26 waffles in 10 minutes (six-and-a-half full waffles). CREW Executive Chef Bjorn DelaCruz was the Master of Ceremonies at the event, and was appropriately dressed in a

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The Garage Bell Band, A Valentine’s Day Musical Treat SOUTH BERWICK Ha ndbel l qua r tet T he Garage Bell Band will perform on Valentine’s Day, Wednesday, February 14 at South Berwick Public Library. The concert will begin at 6 p.m. and is free and open to the public, courtesy of the Friends of the South Berwick Library. The Garage Bell Band is drawn from the acclaimed Granite State Ringers (GSR) handbell choir. The small group started in the summer of 2020, when public health restrictions limited everyone to small, socially-distanced outdoor gatherings. Driven by their love for making music, a few members from GSR gathered in Music Director Joan Fossum’s garage to ring for fun, and lo, the Garage Bell Band was born. Since their humble beginnings, the group has provided music for local churches, and has soloed at the inaugural Okevents to come. CREW Ogunquit is open seven days a week at 8 a.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Known for their live music, friendly service, fun public events and excellent food and libations, the neighborhood restaurant and bar has a friendly, casual beach vibe, and is enjoyed year-round by tourists and locals alike. CREW Ogunquit is located at the corner of Shore Road and Route 1 in Ogunquit. For more information, visit www.crewogt. com. Photo above: Wi n ne r Ogunquit Police Officer Scott Flanagan (left) celebrates his win with Bjorn DelaCruz, CREW executive chef (right).

tobellfest, an annual gathering of New England handbell ringers. In 2021, the band made its international debut at the Hemingway Society’s annual Virtual Holiday Party. Current members include Joan Fossum, Heidi Prior, Hilar y Justice, and Debbie Young. Keyboard and vocals will accompany the handbells during the concert. The Friends of the South Berwick Library supports the li. . . CHOCOLATE from page 1 nal cel from the 1992 film “Porco Rosso,” by Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese animation film studio founded in 1985 by directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, and producer Toshio Suzuki. Studio Ghibli is celebrated worldwide for its beautifully crafted animated films, characterized by imaginative storytelling, stunning visuals, and profound themes. Some of their notable works include “Spirited Away” (2001) and “Princess Mononoke” (1997). Additionally, the coat worn by Brad Pitt’s stunt double in the feature film “Fury” (2014) is also up for bid. Guests will enjoy chocolate temptations from Cakes by Jacqueline, Kilwin’s of Ports-

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mouth, NH, and Cait’s Cupcakes of Berwick, to name a few. There will be a hot chocolate bar where guests can customize their drinks with chocolate shavings, marshmallows, peppermint sticks and whipped cream. Additionally, guests can enter raffles for a Spicy Shark gift pack, two winter-themed gift baskets, and an autumn stay on the Maine coast in Edgecomb. An Evening of Art & Chocolate is sponsored by Chinburg Builders, Hydroterra Environmental Services LLC and Kennebunk Savings Bank. Artist profiles will be featured on the Friends of the Earth’s social media websites. Tickets are $25 in advance

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~ Arts & Entertainment ~ “For the Love of Student Art”

YORK York Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the York Art Association (YAA), announce the upcoming “For the Love of Student Art” showcase, a vibrant celebration of artistic talent featuring works from area students. Hosted at the YAA gallery, located at 394 York Street in York Harbor, the showcase is a testament to the creativity and skill of the community’s young artists. The show is scheduled to run Thursday, February 15 to Sunday, February 18, with an opening reception from 5-7 p.m. that Thursday. Artwork will remain open for viewing during regular gallery hours. Visitors can explore the diverse expressions of artistic talent during these hours. York Parks and Recreation sends a heartfelt “Thank you!”

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to all the dedicated art teachers from the York Schools for their invaluable contributions in making student art accessible to the public. The YAA’s gracious hospitality in hosting the event is also appreciated, emphasizing the collaborative spirit within the community. The opening reception and exhibition align with YAA’s mission, which values, promotes, and supports the visual, performing, and literary arts. “For the Love of Student Art” is an extension of YAA’s commitment to providing enriching programs and events for the benefit of the community. The gallery is free to view, and welcomes all art enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the creativity of York’s budding artists. For more information, email ndarby@yorkmaine.org, visit www.yorkartassociation.com or call 207-363-1040. . . . PAINTERS from page 1 new branches in Ogunquit, and organizing new art events aimed at benefiting local businesses and attracting tourists with an interest in art. In addition, Ogunquit River Painters plan to work with the Ogunquit Museum of American Art to continue the tradition of Henry Strater’s original vision for “art of Ogunquit.” Ogunquit River Painters’ first group show debuts Friday, February 16, 4-7 p.m. at Cliff House Maine, 591 Shore Road, Cape Neddick. The public is welcome to meet the artists and view their work. For more information and to join Ogunquit River Painters, visit www.ogunquitriverpainters.com or contact ogunquitriverpainters@gmail.com.

February Exhibit: “Barn Quilts: An Interior View” KENNEBUNK The Speers Gallery at the Kennebunk Free Library (KFL) presents the exhibit “Bar n Quilts: An Interior View,” by local ar tist Mar yfrances S. Smith. The exhibit is now open, runs through the month of February. Maryfrances S. Smith is a designer, painter, and quilter. For over 60 years, she has been creating beautiful embroidery, costumes, and quilts using a needle. Painting has been a parallel passion of hers for many years, starting with floorcloths in 2000. A floorcloth is a type of floor covering that is typically made from heavy canvas or other durable fabric, and is often painted or stenciled to create decorative designs. Floorcloths have been used historically as a practical and artistic way to cover and protect floors, similar to traditional rugs or carpets but made from fabric. Using traditional quilting motifs along with original abstract designs, Smith weaves memories of both her Pennsylvania roots and her Maine lifestyle with a deep passion for color and geometric design. Her paintings use these geometric patterns to suggest movement and flow, creating abstract feel-

ings and instincts evoked by a memory or a visual scene. “Barn Quilts: An Interior View” takes a different approach from the conventional use of exterior barn quilts often found on the exteriors of rural barns in New England and throughout the country. Barn quilts are large, colorful, often geometrically patterned square panels that are typically mounted on the exteriors of barns, sheds, or other structures. They are inspired by traditional quilt block designs, and serve as a form of public art. Barn quilts are used to add visual interest to rural landscapes and to celebrate the cultural heritage of quilting. Patterns are painted onto wooden boards or other durable materials and then affixed to the sides of the buildings. Each barn quilt can have its own unique design, and the patterns can range from traditional to contemporary styles. Over the years, they have gained popularity as a form of rural art and cultural expression. Smith’s approach is to use barn quilts – in a much smaller size – inside the home, bringing to life the spirit of those unrecognized artists who would create during those spare moments

after working their “day jobs.” Her work honors those who, with limited resources, would express their creativity through resourcef ul practices: using natural dyes, staining walls with unique designs, or reconfiguring old clothing into bed coverings. For Smith, the act of painting these quilt designs not only combines her skills and talents, but also connects her with the many family members before her, whose perseverance continues to nourish her spirit. Kennebunk Free Library is pleased to show the unique work of this talented local artist. The public is invited to view the exhibit in the library’s Speers Gallery, 112 Main Street, Kennebunk, during regular library hours, when the gallery is not in use for library programs. For more information, visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.

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~ Calendar of Events ~ York County Republican Committee Meeting

. . . FEB.14 from page 5 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Union Congregational Church, 18 Church St., York. Gather for a light lunch of soups, breads, and fruit before the Ash Wednesday service. Led by Rev. Maren Tirabassi. FMI: email yb18crew@gmail.com or 207-363-4821.

Conservation Strategies at Mt. Agamenticus

1 p.m. at Fellowship Hall at First Parish Church, 180 York St., York. Join Old York Garden Club (OYGC) for a discussion on the long-term efforts to combat invasive plants and promote native habitats at Mount Agamenticus. Parks Natural Resource Manager Robin Kerr will be leading the discussion. $5 guest donation appreciated. FMI: www.oldyorkgardenclub.org.

Ash Wednesday Service

6 p.m. at Church on the Cape, 3 Langsford Rd., Kennebunkport. FMI: www.churchonthecape.org or 207-967-5787.

Doors open 6:30 p.m., business meeting 7-8:30 p.m. at Alfred Town Hall, 16 Saco Rd., Alfred. Meeting to focus on the results of the 2024 Municipal Caucuses, the upcoming State Convention, and early and absentee voting in the Presidential Primary. FMI: communications@yorkgop.org or 207-468-2395.

of York Land Trust, as she guides participants through breath, movement, and stillness to deepen the connection to self and the environment. All-levels gentle Vinyasa flow class; beginners welcome. Please bring a yoga mat. Free and open to the public, limited to 12 participants. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Registration required. FMI and to register: https:// bit.ly/ameliayoga.

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12-1 p.m. via Zoom. Cliffs, bedrock, embankments, and salt marsh are all parts of Maine’s coastal mix. In this lunch-andlearn hosted on Zoom by the Wells Reserve, presenter Steve Podsiadlo will explain Maine’s coastal marine geology. Fifth in a series. Free. FMI and to register: www.wellsreserve.org/calendar or 207-646-1555.

Lead with the Heart Yoga

4:30-5:30 p.m. at York Land Trust, 1 Long Neck Marsh Rd., York. Join Amelia Nadilo, Executive Director

Sign-in: 9-10 a.m.; caucus: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Berwick Town Hall, 11 Sullivan St., Berwick. FMI: BerwickGOP@gmail.com.

GWRLT Hike at Rocky Hills Preserve

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Punkintown Rd., South Berwick. Join GWRLT board member and hiker Sue Pike for an aerobic exploration of Rocky Hills Preserve. Hit the trails and focus on keeping a quick pace while taking in the surroundings. Terrain: hilly and difficult. All hikes open to the public, free for

GWRLT members. Preregistration required. FMI: info@gwrlt.org or 207-646-3604.

The Oneness Siddhi

10:30 a.m. at Rice Public Library, 8 Wentworth St, Kittery. Oneness Siddhi is a state of spiritual enlightenment where individuals realize and experience unity with all of creation, entering an enlightened state of being. Guided by Oneness Meditation Trainer Jewel Permut and hosted by Oneness Meditation Trainer Marael Sorenson. The event is free. Seating is limited, registration required. FMI and to register: www.eventbrite.com/e/ experience-enlightened-statestickets-823918722077.

A Concert for Peace

2 p.m. at Philip W. Hussey Auditorium, Noble High School, 100 Noble Way, North Berwick. Presented by Rotary District 7780, a benefit for the Rotary Peace Scholars Program. Featuring Rock My Soul, Amare Cantare, Fourth Street Jazz, Noble Chamber Singers, Garrison Players, Showstoppers, and special guest Randy

Armstrong. $25. FMI: https://our. show/concertforpeace2024.

Sunday, February 18 Lent Sunday Services

10 a.m. at Church on the Cape, 3 Langsford Rd., Kennebunkport. Special sermons and hymns. FMI: www.churchonthecape.org or 207-967-5787.

Classic Film Sunday: Sabrina

2 p.m. at Ogunquit Performing Arts, 23 School St., Ogunquit. Starring Audrey Hepburn, Humphrey Bogart, and William Holden, “Sabrina” follows the story of a chauffeur’s daughter who falls in love with the younger son of her father’s wealthy employer. After a transformative stay in Paris, she returns home as a sophisticated woman, leading to romantic entanglements and personal growth for all involved. Directed by Billy Wilder, this film began the lifelong collaboration between Hepburn and clothing designer Givenchy. Admission, parking, and popcorn are free. FMI: www.ogunquitperformingarts.org or 207-646-6170.

FINANCE & CAREER SBA Disaster Relief Loan Program STATEWIDE The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced recently that federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) are available in Maine for small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private nonprofit organizations with economic losses due to excessive rain that occurred April 30 through October 15, 2023. The declaration includes the primary counties of Androscoggin, Aroostook, Cumberland, Franklin, Hancock, Kennebec, Knox, Lincoln, Oxford, Penobscot, Piscataquis, Sagadahoc, Somerset, Waldo, Washington, and York in Maine and the adjacent counties in New Hampshire. “Working capital loans from the SBA are essential to eligible small businesses when the Secretary of Agriculture declares a disaster due to farmers’ crop losses,” said Francisco Sanchez, Jr., associate administrator of SBA’s Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience. “These loans help sustain rural economies when a disaster occurs.” Under the declaration, the SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is

available to eligible farm-related and nonfarm-related entities that suffered financial losses as a direct result of this disaster. Apart from aquaculture enterprises, SBA cannot provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, and ranchers. The loan amount can be up to $2 million with interest rates of 4% for small businesses and 2.375% for private nonprofit organizations, with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not accrue, and payments are not due, until 12 months from the date of the first loan disbursement. The SBA sets loan amounts and terms based on each applicant’s financial condition. Eligibility is based on the size of the applicant, type of activity and its financial resources. These working capital loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable, and other bills that could have been paid had the disaster not occurred. The loans are not intended to replace lost sales or profits. The SBA helps power the American dream of business ownership. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, SBA helps entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need

Scholarships Available for Hospitality Careers NATIONWIDE Nearly $1 million in scholarship money is now available to students pursuing careers in the hospitality industry. Those interested in seeking opportunities in hospitality are encouraged to submit their applications by March 11. The scholarships are provided through the The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF), and are intended to cultivate the vast career opportunities available in the restaurant and hospitality industry, which offers over 60 different professions in the field. The 2024 application is open to students at all stages of life, whether they are going through a career change or pursuing an industry-related post-secondary degree. Financial awards range from $2,500 to to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. Completed disaster relief loan applications need to be submitted no later than September 26. Applicants may apply online by visiting www.sba.gov/ disaster, by emailing disastercustomerservice@sba.gov, or by calling 800-659-2955.

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$10,000 and can be used toward tuition and fees, books, room and board, and other schoolrelated expenses. “Our industry is vibrant, growing, and offers unlimited advancement potential for the people who want to invest in their careers,” said NRAEF president Rob Gifford. “These scholarships are a valuable way we’re equipping students from all walks of life with resources to reach for their dreams and supporting their formation as future restaurant industry leaders.” Last year, close to 300 people ranging in age from 17 to 66 received a NRAEF scholarship to support associate and bachelor-level studies in culinary arts, supply chain management, human resources, tourism and hospitality management, computer science, and more. Together, they represent the growing diversity in the industry, with nearly 47% self-identifying as a member of a community of color and 33% indicating they are the first generation in their families to pursue a post-secondary degree. Funding for 2024 NRAEF scholarships is supported by Burger King Foundation, the Coca-Cola Company, Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers, DiRoNA, Darden Foundation, Glenn Petrini Smile Award, HJ Heinz Foundation, Hormel, The J.M. Smucker Company, PepsiCo, Rachael Ray’s Yum-O! Organization, Rich Family Foundation, UniPro, Women’s Foodservice Forum. As a supporting philanthropic foundation of the National Restaurant Association, the NRAEF enhances the hos-

pitality industry’s training and education, career development, and community engagement efforts. The NRAEF and its programs work to attract, empower, and advance today’s and tomorrow’s restaurant and foodservice workforce. NRAEF programs include: ProStart, a high-school career and technical education program; Restaurant Ready/ HOPES, which partners with community-based organizations to provide people with skills training and job opportunities; helping military servicemen and women transition their skills to restaurant and foodservice careers; financial assistance for students pursuing restaurant, foodservice and hospitality degrees; and the Restaurant & Hospitality Leadership Center (RHLC), accredited apprenticeship programs designed to build the careers of service professionals. For more information and to apply, visit www.chooserestaurants.org/scholarships or email holiver@nraef.org. . . . ART from page 14 or $30 at the door. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Earth, Sea & Space Center, the nonprofit organization developing a state-of-the-art science center in Dover, NH. The Star Theatre/Kittery Community Center (KCC) is located at 120 Rogers Road, Kittery. For more information, visit www.kitterycommunitycenter.org/star-theatre. For ticket information, visit www. earthseaspacemuseum.org or call 603-436-7778.

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FINANCE & CAREER Tax Credits for Eligible Mainers STATEWIDE This tax season, hundreds of Maine residents are eligible to receive federal and state Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC) and Child Tax Credits, which can provide a much-needed income boost and reduce any federal taxes owed. But not everyone is aware of their eligibility. People who worked in 2023 could qualify for extra money from these credits which could help more people afford the rising costs of essentials like food, clothing, and shelter. Eligible Maine individuals and families must file a federal tax return by April 17, to get these tax benefits. “The Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit can provide a vital income boost worth thousands of dollars to eligible individuals and families in Maine,” says Kelley Glidden, CA$H Maine Coordinator. “Many eligible people have no idea that they qualify for these tax credits or how to get them. We encourage all Mainers to visit cashmaine.org to make a tax filing appointment and get any credits that are due to them.” The Earned Income Tax

Credit helped 95,110 Maine tax filers claim $197,207 in EITCs in 2019. For 2023, each eligible worker aged 25-64 without kids could receive as much as $600, and workers with kids at home could receive up to $7,430. To qualify for the federal EITC, Maine tax filers must have a Social Security number for everyone listed on their tax return and must have earned under $24,210 without kids or less than $63,398 with kids in 2023. A person may be eligible for the EITC if they worked at any point during 2023, even if it was part-time, temporary, or gig work. The Chi ld Tax Credit helped 63,440 tax filers in Maine claim $108,378 in Child Tax Credit refunds in 2019. Households eligible in 2023 could receive up to $2,000 for each child under 17 years old. Up to $1,600 of the Child Tax Credit is available as a refund to families that earned more than $2,500 in 2023. Adults with an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) issued by the IRS who have a child with a Social Security number in their household could be eligible for the credit. Because of the pandemic, the EITC and Child Tax Credit

were expanded and made available to more families in 2021. That expansion has since ended, but there is good news - if a person was eligible for the 2021 expanded EITC, the 2021 expanded Child Tax Credit, or any of the three rounds of stimulus checks and did not claim them, it is not too late to still claim. If someone qualified for and did not get the first two stimulus checks, they must file a 2020 tax return by May 17, 2024. Maine people can learn more about filing prior year returns on the IRS website. CA$H Maine is a local statewide organization committed to helping Maine people understand their eligibility for the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit, and how to get these credits when filing their taxes this year. CA$H Maine is a statewide collaboration of nine coalitions, comprised of 50 non- and for-profit partners, working together to help empower Maine individuals and families to achieve longterm financial stability. It is a year-round resource, providing outreach and education about ways to make the most of your money. For more information, visit cashmaine.org.

MaineCF Scholarships Available STATEWIDE The Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) offers more than 700 scholarships available to graduating high school seniors, graduate students and adult learners pur-

suing myriad areas of study and professional certifications. In 2023, MaineCF awarded $3.23 million in scholarships to 1,357 students, including older, nontraditional students who returned to school. MaineCF

Lewiston-Auburn Area Response Fund Deadline STATEWIDE The deadline to contribute to the Maine Community Foundation’s (MaineCF) Lewiston-Auburn Area Response Fund is Tuesday, February 20. To date, the fund has received more than $5 million in contributions. “The Maine Community Foundation is grateful for the outpouring of support from more than 3,000 donors across the world,” President and CEO Deborah Ellwood said. “While these contributions cannot dull pain of this terrible tragedy, we hope they can help ease the

burden on victims, families and the broader community.” The fund was established on October 27, 2023, as a taxand fee-free fund to which people can contribute to support those impacted by the tragic mass shootings at Schemengees Bar & Grille and Just-In-Time Recreation in Lewiston on October 25, 2023. MaineCF has waived its administrative fees, so that 100% of every dollar donated goes to help victims, families and nonprofit organizations supporting the recovery effort. A deadline for contributions is necessary for the fund’s

offers both long-term support for adult learners seeking degrees and short-term scholarships for earning workplace credentials and licenses. “There is no part of Maine we don’t reach and MaineCF scholarships offer support to students of all backgrounds and from all corners of the state,” said Jackie Shannon, MaineCF scholarship manager. This spring, MaineCF will travel across the state to host workshops during which students and families can get answers to frequently asked quessteering committees to allocate contributions in a timely manner. Within the fund, there are two ways to direct contributions: to victims and families or to the broader recovery effort. All donations will be distributed in accordance with the protocols finalized by the fund’s steering committees. Donations can be made at www.mainecf.org/lewiston or by mail to: LewistonAuburn Area Response Fund, Maine Community Foundation, 245 Main St., Ellsworth, ME 04605. Donations by mail must be postmarked by February 20. The Maine Community Foundation brings people and resources together to build a better Maine through strategic giving, community leadership, personalized service, local expertise and strong investments.

More Than $20M to Combat Homelessness STATEWIDE Recently, U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Vice Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that 15 organizations and state agencies in Maine have been awarded a total of $20,850,852 to support housing assistance to homeless individuals and families, as well as those f leeing domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. This funding was provided through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) Program. “Too many Mainers will be forced this winter to go without having a safe place to eat, sleep, and call home,” said Senator Collins. “As Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I was pleased to champion these substantial investments that will address the urgent needs of vulnerable populations in Maine, helping to ensure our neighbors have access to the necessary support to regain stability and independence.” The grant funding is allocated as follows: The State of Maine, $12,256,655; Preble Street, Portland, $2,451,945; Maine Coalition to End Domest ic Violence, Aug usta, $1,802,995; City of Bangor, $1,231,588; Maine State Housing Authority, $1,230,524; Community Care, Bangor, $803,937; Through These Doors, Portland, $336,282; New Begin-

tions and application support. The Maine Community Foundation brings people and resources together to build a better Maine through strategic giving, community leadership, personalized service, local expertise and strong investments. For more information about their scholarship programs, visit www. mainecf.org/scholarships.

nings, Lewiston, $164,339; Safe Voices, Auburn, $161,580; Volunteers of America: Northern New England, Brunswick, $159,800; Penquis C.A.P., Bangor, $100,000; Kennebec Behavioral Health, Waterville, $54,720; OHI , Bangor, $47,190; Community Housing of Maine, Portland, $33,014; Tedford Housing, Brunswick, $16,283. L a st Ja nu a r y, Se n ator Collins announced that the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Bill she co-authored was signed into law as part of the year-end omnibus funding package. The legislation allotted more than $3.7 billion in funding to help design and implement local solutions to end homelessness, including through programs like the CoC Program. In November, Senator Collins introduced the Runaway and Homeless Youth and Trafficking Prevention Act of 2023 with Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL). This bipartisan legislation would reauthorize key federal grant programs to provide states with funding to help thousands of homeless young people nationwide. The CoC Program is designed to promote a community-wide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness; to provide funding for efforts by nonprofit providers, States, and local governments to quickly re-house homeless individuals, families, persons fleeing domestic violence, and youth while minimizing the trauma and dislocation caused by homelessness; to promote access to and effective utilization of mainstream programs by homeless individuals and families; and to optimize selfsufficiency among those experiencing homelessness.

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Health & Fitness

AgeWise Initiative Provides Vaccines to Mainers STATEWIDE Amidst a spike in COVID and Influenza cases this winter season, Maine’s five Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) in partnership with Northern Light Health, are providing vaccines and immunization education to thousands of Mainers across the state through the AgeWise Maine Initiative. Since its launch in 2023, AgeWise Maine has hosted over 215 immunization clinics throughout the state and administered over 8,965 COVID and flu vaccines. The Initiative continues through April. T he AgeWise Mai ne Initiative is one of only three statewide immunization efforts funded by USAging’s Aging and Disability Vaccination Collaborative grant in the United States. In January 2023, Southern Maine Agency on Aging (SMAA) received the grant to provide 8,000 immunizations to older and disabled adults statewide, in partnership with the four other Maine AAAs. Along with the large number of vaccinations, AgeWise’s immunization education campaign has also made over 2.5 million impressions on individuals statewide. “This past year, Mainers 60 and older accounted for 50% of COVID cases in the state and 95% of the deaths from COVID,” shared Megan Walton, SMAA CEO. “An important part of our work at Maine’s Agencies on Aging is to ensure that older adults remain healthy and thriving. The AgeWise Maine Initiative

continues to help thousands of Mainers stay up-to-date on immunizations to protect themselves and their families from serious illness. By holding clinics in rural areas and making it easy for individuals to find and sign up for clinics, we’re also removing some of the barriers individuals may otherwise face when trying to access immunizations.” Maine’s five Area Agencies on Aging (Aroostook Agency on Aging, Eastern Area Agency on Aging, SeniorsPlus, Southern Maine Agency on Aging, and Spectrum Generations) are the state’s central resource for older adults. They provide meals, family caregiver support, expert advice on insurance and drug benefits, classes to help folks age well, and information on critical community resources. These services help prevent Mainers from seeking higher-cost healthcare services such as ER visits, prolonged hospital stays, or institutional care. AAAs help individuals remain securely housed and active participants in their communities at a fraction of the cost of nursing home or institutional care alternatives. The next clinics in the area are: February 21, 1-3 p.m. at YMCA Trafton Center, 19 Elm St., Sanford; and February 28, 1-3 p.m. at Southern Maine Agency on Aging, Sam L. Cohen Center, 30 Barra Rd., Biddeford. AgeWiseMaine vaccines are available to adults 18 and older, regardless of whether they have insurance. For more information and a complete list of participating clinics, visit www. agewisemaine.org.

AHA Encourages All Mainers to Learn CPR this February STATEWIDE Febr uar y is A mer ican Heart Month, and the American Heart Association (AHA), the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives for all, is urging all Maine families to learn the lifesaving skill of CPR. With more than 350,0000 people experiencing cardiac arrests outside of a hospital, including 23,000 children, CPR is a critical skill that kids as young as 9 years old can learn. Joining the Nation of Lifesavers, an AHA initiative focused on doubling the survival rate of cardiac arrest by 2030, is easier than ever with many learning options available to families. In Maine, families can take an online CPR course, learn and practice Hands-Only CPR with a CPR Anytime® Training Kit, watching a 60-second video to learn Hands-Only CPR, or find a certified Heartsaver™ certification course near them. “If you are called to respond in a cardiac emergency, knowing CPR may save the life of someone you love,” said Brian Shankey, executive director for AHA Northern New England. “We are committed to extending the chain of survival in Maine through education because the power to save a life is in each of our hands.” There are three main types of CPR: Traditional, Child and Infant, and Hands-Only. Traditional CPR is the method that combines chest compressions two inches in depth at the rate of 100-120 beats per minute with two breaths. Infant and Child CPR is similar to traditional CPR, but has some key differenc-

es. Child CPR is performed with chest compressions at the depth of two inches with one or two hands, followed by two breaths. Infant CPR is performed with chest compressions at the depth of 1.5 inches with two fingers, followed by two breaths and repeat. Hands-Only CPR is chest compression-only CPR and has been shown to be equally effective as traditional CPR in the first few minutes of emergency response. It involves two simple steps that anyone can learn from a 60-second video available at www.heart.org/handsonlycpr. The AHA is committed to turning a nation of bystanders into lifesavers. Their initiative ensures teens and adults can learn about CPR and AED use, share that knowledge with friends and family, and engage employers, policy-makers, philanthropists and others to create support for a nation of lifesavers. The long-term goal: to ensure that in the face of a cardiac emergency, everyone, everywhere can perform CPR. CPR can double or triple a cardiac arrest victim’s chance of survival, which is key since about 90% of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests die. The AHA advocates for a world of longer, healthier lives, and is dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations and millions of volunteers, AHA

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Health & Fitness Bill to Address Nursing Shortage Passes the Senate NATIONWIDE Recently, U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Jacky Rosen (D-N V), and Mike Braun (R-IN) announced that their Train More Nurses Act has passed the Senate unanimously. The bipartisan legislation aims to address the nationwide nursing shortage by directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Secretary of Labor to conduct a review of all nursing grant programs to find ways to increase faculty at nursing schools, particularly in underserved areas. It also increases pathways for Licensed Practical Nurses to become Registered Nurses. “In the midst of a growing demand for medical treatments and services, health care providers across Maine continue to face a significant shortage of nurses. One challenge in growing the nursing workforce to meet this demand is the limited supply of nursing faculty available to increase student enrollment and train the next generation of nurses,” said Senator Collins. “I am

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pleased that the Senate passed this bipartisan legislation that will identify strategies to close the faculty gap and other potential solutions to strengthen our nursing workforce, ultimately improving access to care, particularly in underserved communities in Maine and across the country.” Collins is working to address Maine’s health care professional shortage and improve medical care access in the state. Her Maximizing Outcomes Through Better Investments in Lifesaving Equipment for (MOBILE) Health Care Act was signed into law in 2022, allowing community health centers to use federal funds to establish new mobile health care units to increase access to health care services in rural and underserved communities. Last July, Collins announced that she advanced $3,057,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending for the University of Maine to develop a doctoral nursing program in the Fiscal Year 2024 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education appropriations bill.The bill now

STATEWIDE Radon, recognized as the second leading cause of lung cancer, is detected at elevated levels in about 36.5% of homes in Maine, according to findings from the “State of Lung Cancer” issued by the American Lung Association (ALA). The American Lung Association in Maine urges everyone to take action to protect lives by testing their homes for radon and mitigating any high levels detected. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas emitted from the ground. It is odorless, tasteless and colorless, and can enter a home through cracks in floors, basement walls, foundations and other openings. Radon can be present at high levels inside homes, schools and other buildings. It is responsible for an estimated 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year and is the leading cause of lung cancer in people who have never smoked. In Maine, about 36.5% of awaits consideration by the full Senate and House. For more information, visit www.collins.senate.gov/newsroom.

radon test results equal or exceed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) action level of 4 pCi/L, according to the report. “Radon in homes is more common than you think. In fact, high levels of radioactive radon gas have been found in every state but most places in the country remain under-tested, so this isn’t something that should be taken lightly. Exposure to radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States,” said Lance Boucher, director of advocacy for the Lung Association. “Testing for radon is the only way to know if the air in your home is safe. The good news is that it is easy to test. Do-it-yourself test kits are simple to use and inexpensive.” After high levels are detected, a radon professional should install a radon mitigation system, which is easy and relatively affordable. A typical radon mitigation system consists of a vent pipe and fan and properly sealing cracks and other openings. This system collects radon gas

leading cause of cooking fires, it’s clear that carefully monitoring what’s on the stove and in the oven is critical to ensuring a firesafe evening.” Candles, which also represent a leading cause of home fires, need to be used with caution. NFPA data shows that half of all candle fires started when a flammable object – such as furniture, bedding, curtains, home decorations, or clothing – was too close to a lit candle. In 21% of home candle fires, the candle was either left unattended, discarded, or otherwise misused. Over onethird of candle fires, 36%, started in the bedroom. Carli recommends using f lameless or battery-operated

from underneath the foundation and vents it to the outside. Concerned Mainers are encouraged to contact their radon program for a list of certified professionals in your state. Some state health departments offer financial assistance or low interest loans for radon mitigation. A great place to start is by visiting https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ mecdc/environmental-health/ rad/radon/rntesting or Lung. org/Radon-Basics. The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information, visit: wwwe. Lung.org. or call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872).

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~ Sports & Outdoors ~ Rett’s Roost To Be Recognized by the Maine Mariners OGUNQUIT & PORTLAND On Sunday, February 18, Rett’s Roost will be recognized as the nonprofit of the day by the Maine Mariners as they match up against the Virginia Admirals. The game will take place at Cross Insurance Arena in Portland. Doors open at 2 p.m., the puck drops at 3 p.m.,

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Feb. 5, (L) vs. St. Dominic, 47-57

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Feb. 5, (L) vs. Lake Region, 40-45 Feb. 2, (W) vs. Cape Elizabeth, 48-35 Jan. 30, (L) vs. Yarmouth, 39-46

York High School Boys Basketball

Feb. 1, (L) vs. Yarmouth, 43-58 Jan. 30, (W) vs. Cape Elizabeth, 62-38

Girls Basketball

Boys Basketball

Boys Ice Hockey

Feb. 2, (L) vs. Scarborough, 31-67 Jan. 30, (L) vs. South Portland, 14-45

Traip Academy Boys Basketball

Feb. 3, (W) vs. Cape Elizabeth, 11-1 Feb. 1, tied vs. Scarborough, 2-2 Jan. 27, (W) vs. Gorham, 4-2 Jan. 20, (W) vs. Cheverus, 5-2 Jan. 13, (W) vs. Brunswick, 3-2 Jan. 6,(L) vs. Gorham, 1-3

Girls Ice Hockey

Feb. 3, (L) vs. Edward Little, 1-3 Scores from www.maxpreps.com. Alpine Skiing from Coach Eric Oberg.

Girls Alpine Skiing

Feb. 2, SMAA Slalom: Falmouth 14 Kennebunk 48 Marshwood 50 Gorham 64 Windham 70 Scarborough 107 Marshwood Scorers: Hadley Prewitt, 1:31.23 (1st)

Left to right: Kate Ford, club member and York Hospital director of Volunteer & Student Experiences; Mary Ellen Valhos, practice manager, York Oncology Services; Dr. Patrick Taylor, York Hospital president and CEO; Susan KellyWestman, York Hospital Oncology social worker; and Jan Underhill, the club’s “Put Away Cancer” tournament co-chair.

YORK York Hospital President & CEO, Dr. Patrick A. Taylor and York Hospital Oncology caregivers recently accepted a check for $10,643 from the York Paddle Tennis and Pickleball Club (YPPC). For the third consecutive year, funds were raised through the club’s end-of-season “Put Away Cancer” tournament to help cancer patients through York Hospital’s Living Well With Cancer Fund. Jan Underhill leads fundraising activities for the YPPC and thanked club members and

volunteers who contributed to the success of the annual fundraiser. “Club members and volunteers are so giving and generous and really want to help this community. I personally have two friends going through breast cancer treatment and unfortunately many of our members, if not all, also have a personal experience with cancer. Having the opportunity to help others and ease some of their treatment and recovery challenges is inspiring,” shared See CLUB on page 27 . . .

~ Dining ~ DINE-IN OR TAKE-OUT FROM 11AM EVERY DAY

Jan. 31, SMAA Giant Slalom: Falmouth 16 Marshwood 34 Kennebunk 56 Windham 71 Marshwood Scorers: Quinn Maguire, 1:01.41 (1st) Lucas Glidden, 1:08.99 (8th) Troy Bascio, 1:11.26 (12th) Reid Chamberlain, 1:11.60 (13th) Jan. 30, SMAA/WMC Crossover Slalom: Falmouth 26 Fryeburg 36 Marshwood 38 Greely 84 Wells 143 Marshwood Scorers: Quinn Maguire, 1:28.11 (1st) Lucas Glidden, 1:49.15 (9th) Reid Chamberlain, 1:50.07 (10th) Troy Bascio, 1:59.32 (18th)

York Paddle & Pickleball Club Donates Over $10K to Hospital

Boys Basketball

Noble High School

Girls Basketball

60’ x 90’ open-side ice skating rink in downtown Kennebunk. The rink offers free ice skating seven days a week, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Skaters are encouraged to bring their own skates, as rentals are not available at the rink. Skates can be rented at Gorham Bike & Ski, 2128 Post Road, Route 1, Wells. For more information on skate rentals, visit www.gorhambike.com or call 207-604-1136.

Wells High School

Feb. 1, (W) vs. Yarmouth, 51-37 Jan. 30, (W) vs. Cape Elizabeth, 45-17

Feb. 5, (W) vs. Gray-New Gloucester, 82-78 Feb. 2, (W) vs. Greely, 54-47 Jan. 30, (W) vs. Westbrook, 78-57

skating, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing at their 70-acre facility. Snowshoes, skates, and a limited number of cross-country ski packages are available for rent. Please check in advance to confirm ice/snow conditions. For more information, visit www.wellsrec.org or call 207-646-5826. The Waterhouse Center, located at 51 Mai n St reet (Route 1), Kennebunk, is a

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

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~ Dining ~ WINE PAIRING DINNER Monday, February 12

Details and menu on our website. (Gluten Free Menu)

FEBRUARY SPECIALS

* DINE-IN ONLY & EXCLUDES HOLIDAYS *

Experience our special Valentine

Recipe for Romance Open special hours on Feb. 14

for lovers!

Serving Valentine’s Day dinner 4:30-8:30pm on Wednesday 2/14 Closed Tuesday 2/13 & Thursday 2/15

Sundays:

Frost: Fire & Ice

$10 Burgers All Day

Sunday @ 1pm

Choose from the Beachfire, Piggy, or Veggie Burgers.

Join us for some pre-game poetry, as the brilliant Kirk Simpson brings to life the beloved Pulitzer-price winning poet, Robert Frost, in this dramatic one-man play by June August. Tickets at $25 per person plus food & beverage from Clay Hill’s a la carte menu. Limited seating. Reserve at (207) 361-2272.

Tuesdays:

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Sunday

Chicken Parmesan or Shrimp Scampi $15.95 served over locally-made linguini

Monday

Fried Seafood Combo $17.95

choose 2: haddock, shrimp, clam strips, or sea scallops, with french fries & coleslaw

Tuesday

Fried Buttermilk Chicken $14.95

with green beans, mashed potatoes & bacon gravy

Full Menu Available Take-Out Cocktails & Beers!

Wednesday

BBQ Grill Combo $17.95

choose 2: 1/2 rack baby back ribs, BBQ chicken breast, BBQ shrimp, or BBQ salmon with 2 sides

Thursday

Steak Bomb $11.95

Maine Family Farms shaved ribeye, sauteed onions & mushrooms, with American cheese, on a grilled sub roll, served with 1 side

Fried Shrimp Roll $11.95

All natural shrimp, no added phosphates or chemicals, served with homemade cocktail sauce & 1 side

Friday

Fried Haddock Platter $16.95 with french fries & coleslaw

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~ Dining ~

Monday 2/12 Dinner Specials 4:30-7:30pm

Lobster Risotto Bone-in Pork Chop Beef Stew Shrimp or Chicken Alfredo Salmon Salad * all entrées come with sides * Sandwiches Also Available • Fogarty’s Pies!

756 York Street, York Harbor • 207-351-1100 www.LobsterCoveRestaurant.com

1151 Route 1, York, ME 03909 • 207.606.0556

Angelina’s Ristorante 655 Main St • Ogunquit

TUSCAN GRILLE & WINE BAR OPEN 7 NIGHTS A WEEK

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Mondays

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Our annual break this year will be February 19 through April 2. We hope to see you on our last night – Sunday, February 18!

MENTION THIS PROMOTION

An innovative dining experience where you choose your own pasta and sauce! Select from 6 different pastas and 11 different sauces, served with salad and Italian bread.

Tuesday: Pasta É Basta $24

A glass of Italian red or white wine, homemade soup or salad, and choose one of 9 special pasta dishes!

Wednesday: Community Night 3-Course Dinner $28 6 Entrées to choose from with soup or salad, and dessert.

Thursday: Personal Wine Dinner $69 per couple

3-Course dinner with 6 entrées to choose from, soup or salad, dessert, and a bottle of wine of your choice.

Sunday: Sunday Suppers $28

11 Classic Italian dinners to choose from with a cup of homemade soup or mixed baby green salad.  Specials above not available on holidays or holiday weekend 

Valentine’s Night in Italy ...ACTUALLY, ANGELINA’S!

Our rose petal covered dining room is the only place to bring the one you love. We will be offering the convenience of ordering from our regular menu as well as open seating. Make reservations early for the perfect Valentine’s Day dinner at Angelina’s.

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People and Business Profiles

KeyBank Promotes Meagan Calhoun as Area Retail Leader STATEWIDE KeyBa n k recent ly a nnounced that Meagan Calhoun has been promoted to the position of Area Retail Leader for Southern Maine as of January 29. In her new role, Meagan leads the sales and service efforts of fifteen KeyBank branches extending from Kittery to Norway. Previously a branch manager in Key’s Eastern Pennsylvania market, Calhoun relocating to Maine for her new role and will report to Louis Hoxha, Northeast Regional Retail Leader. “Meagan is a high-performing leader, who has managed and developed successful branch teams and has a passion

for serving clients and talent development,” said Hoxha. “We are thrilled to have her take on this new leadership role in southern Maine as she grows her career with Key.” Calhoun joined KeyBank in 2020 as a personal banker in Key’s Landsdale, PA branch and

MaineHealth Names Britt Crewse as New Regional President STATEWIDE MaineHealth announced recently that following a nationwide search, it has selected Britt Crewse, MBA, MHS, CPA, to serve as its next regional president overseeing operations at Maine Medical Center (MMC) in Portland and Southern Maine Health Care (SMHC) in Biddeford and Sanford. Crewse has assumed his role with the start of the new year. “We are very pleased to have identified and attracted a candidate of Britt’s caliber and commitment to providing high-quality health care,” said Andrew Mueller, MD, Chief Executive Officer of MaineHealth. “Britt comes to us with more than 30 years of health care experience and an impressive list of accomplishments. In getting to know Britt, it became clear to us that he shares MaineHealth’s passion for our vision of working together so our communities are the healthiest in America and I believe he will make excellent contributions to our care team.” Crewse served as the chief executive officer of the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS, since 2020. In that role, he oversaw University Hospital, Wallace Conerly Critical Care Hospital and Wiser Hospital, all on the Medical Center’s Jackson campus. During his time there he has helped to lead measurable improvements in quality, safety and patient experience. He previously served as chief operating officer of adult hospitals between 2018 and 2020. Prior to the University of Mississippi, Crewse had leadership roles at Duke University Health

System in Durham, NC, Ernst & Young LLP and Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Ga. He holds a Master of Health Science and Master of Business Administration from the University of Florida. “MaineHealth’s care team has an incredible reputation for providing patient-centered care, educating caregivers and researching better ways to provide care,” Crewse said.” It’s that mission, the dedicated professionals behind it and the positive impact they have together on the communities they serve that drew me to Maine Medical Center and Southern Maine Health Care.” In his role as regional president, Crewse will oversee all clinical care and operations for both MMC and SMHC. For more information, visit www. mainehealth.org.

was promoted to branch manager in 2021. She also served as a co-chair of the bank’s Key4Women chapter in Eastern PA, a program that brings leadership development, networking opportunities, and financial resources to women business owners and managers. Prior to joining Key, she worked for Univest Bank in Pennsylvania, and also as an insurance sales representative with both Allstate and State Farm. Headquartered in Cleveland, OH, KeyCorp is one of the nation’s largest bank-based financial services companies, with assets of approximately $188 billion. For more information, visit www.key.com.

Kennebunk Savings Promotes Melesa Dore to Branch Manager WELLS Kennebunk Savings recently named Melesa Dore as assistant vice president, branch manager of its Wells location. Dore previously worked at a public accounting firm in Portland as an accountant. She was employed there for several years before deciding accounting was not the right fit for her. In 2019, she found Kennebunk Savings. Dore started as a customer service assistant with the Bank and quickly rose through the ranks, most recently working as the assistant branch manager in Sanford. As a branch manager, Dore is responsible for all the day-to-

Hussey Seating Company Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer NORTH BERWICK Hussey Seating Company, a leading provider of seating solutions, RECENTLY announced the appointment of Charles (Chuck) W. Nadeau as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With a rich background in finance and operations, Nadeau brings over 25 years of leadership experience to his new role at Hussey Seating Company. Before joining Hussey Seating Company, Nadeau served as the CFO and COO at Treadwell Franklin Infrastructure Capital and as President for civil engineering consultant, James W. Sewall Company. His extensive career includes leadership roles in diverse industries, from insurance and consumer goods to private capital lending. Mr. Nadeau’s most recent focus has been on infrastructure finance and project development, reflecting his commitment to contributing to the growth and success of organizations. Nadeau holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Finance from the University of Maine and a Master of Science in Finance from Bentley University. His management experience spans start-ups, turnarounds, and stabilized business ventures, providing him with a unique insight into the lifecycle

dynamics of successful organizations. In welcoming Nadeau, Hussey Seating Company President and CEO Brian Deveaux expressed enthusiasm for the new addition to the leadership team. “We are thrilled to have Chuck Nadeau join us as our Chief Financial Officer. His extensive experience and proven track record make him a valuable asset to our company. We look forward to his strategic contributions as we continue to grow and innovate.” Nadeau also shared his excitement about joining Hussey Seating Company, stating, “I am honored to join the Hussey Seating Company family. It’s an exciting time for the company, and I am eager to contribute to its continued success. I look forward to working with the talented team at Hussey Seating and helping drive

escape plan. Founded in 1896, NFPA® is a global self-funded nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property, and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. The association delivers infor-

mation and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission. For more information, visit www.nfpa.org.

. . . FIRE from page 19 Never leave a child alone in the presence of a burning candle. Keep matches and lighters out of children’s reach. In addition, NFPA encourages the public to make sure they have working smoke alarms and to develop and practice a home

day operations of the branch but as she will readily admit, her favorite part of her job is working with people. “I love helping customers achieve their dreams big or small, whether it’s opening an account to save money to purchase their first home or car or getting their first credit card to start building credit to make those larger purchases in the future.” “Melesa’s enthusiasm for banking and genuine desire to help people made her a natural fit for the branch manager position in Wells,” said Al Giobbie, vice president, senior retail experience manager at Kennebunk Savings. “We’re excited to see her receive this well-deserved promotion.” Dore graduated with an accounting degree and a Masters of Business Administration from Husson University in Bangor. She enjoys volunteering with the Sanford backpack program and speaking with high school students about financial wellness topics. Kennebunk Savings is a mutual savings bank founded in 1871, serving York County, Maine and Seacoast New Hampshire. Each year, the Bank donates 10% of its after-tax earnings to local nonprofits through their Community Promise. 2024 will mark the 30th anniversary of the Community Promise and the bank’s total giving will pass the $20 million mark. For more information, visit www.kennebunksavings.com. financial excellence to support the company’s strategic goals.” Founded in 1835, Hussey Seating Company is a leading global provider of spectator seating solutions for the sports and entertainment, education, esports, and performing arts markets. Through customercentric engineering and design, Hussey Seating is committed to creating exceptional seating that brings families and communities together to create lasting memories. For more information, visit www.husseyseating.com.

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~ News & Classifieds ~ . . . CLUB from page 23 Underhill. While accepting the donation, York Hospital President and CEO Dr. Patrick A. Taylor said the hospital was extremely grateful to the York Paddle & Pickleball Club for this donation to the Living Well with Cancer Fund. He added that “It is wonderful to know that club members are thinking of helping others as they gather in sport to compete with compassion. YPPC club members and volunteers have collaborated to raise close to $40,000 in just three years of tournament play. These incredible donations assist people who are being treated for cancer in a myriad of ways – from free exercise classes, support groups, acupuncture, yoga, art classes, and massage – as well as helping with expenses like wigs, prosthetics, rent, heat, groceries, and gas. All this community support really does help ease the emotional and financial burdens associated with each cancer journey, and we are deeply grateful for the club’s support.” For more i n for mat ion about YPPC, visit yorkpaddletennisclub.org or contact them at yorkpaddletennisclub@ gmail.com.

MOVING SALE

POP-UP SALE VITO’S VINTAGE VIBE Housewares, Art, Decor, Lamps Sat., Feb.10 • 10 AM - 5 PM 44 Landmark Hill Lane, Kittery #323-509-9748 CASH, VENMO, ZELLE FB & IG vitosvintagevibe

MUSIC LESSONS TUNETOWN HAS THE BEST OF BOTH! Now offering private in-person AND virtual lessons on all instruments. Call today to schedule yours! www.tunetownmusicgear.com 207-641-8863

REAL ESTATE WANTED WANTED TO BUY a camp, cottage, or seasonal home: Liveable or repairable. On a lake or pond within 1 hour of Portland. Cash sale. No brokers. Please call (207) 749-1718 or email us at realvalue92@gmail.com. HOME WANTED First ﬂoor bedroom needed. Most conditions acceptable. Flexible on price. Compassionate buyer. Replies conﬁdential. No commission. (207) 650-7297 or mainebuyers@gmail.com

HELP OFFERED SMALL BUSINESS HELP Retired businessman will help your business or non-proﬁt! 207-632-5857

YARD CARE

EMPTY UNIT? An ad in The Weekly Sentinel will help fill your space quickly.

1-877-646-8448 ads@theweeklysentinel.com

MOVING SALE! Everything must go! Tools, housewares, lawn care, baby items, etc! Fri 2/16 & Sat 2/17 • 9am to 2pm 287 Route 103, York

EAGLE LAWN SERVICE Fall & Storm Clean Ups, Snow Removal, Tree Limb Removal, Lawn Repair & Seeding, Mowing, Trimming, Blowing, Moss Control & Removal. Call 207-351-2887.

ACCOUNTING ACCOUNTING + TAX SOLUTIONS Over 40 Years of Experience with Tax Prep & Bookkeeping 207-646-5244 pattygraves37@gmail.com

GUNSMITHING

FIREWOOD & PELLETS

FIREWOOD Seasoned • Green • Kiln Dried Cut - Split - Delivered 207-216-2983 Wood Pellets

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

Call for Pricing!

Eliot Agway

207-439-4015

GREEN FIREWOOD Cut, Split & Delivered Clean & Guaranteed Full Cord North Berwick 207-409-6567

AUTOS WANTED

YOU NEED CASH? WE NEED CARS. LET’S DO THIS! If you are selling or trading your car or truck and

WANT MORE $$$

CALL US FIRST, LAST, OR ANYTIME!

Contact Hoaty at Village Motors

CALL 207-384-5057 • TEXT 207-209-8445 EMAIL VILLAGEMOTORS@COMCAST.NET

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

ITEMS WANTED WE BUY VINTAGE CLOTHING! Men’s and women’s, from the ’90s and older, all seasons, casual to formal. We launder and repair. Downsizing? Want help with a clean-out? Give us a call: 207-245-8700 RECORDS WANTED I buy collections of recorded media and memorabilia. Call 603-918-8555 or email jpraineyrecords@gmail.com. **LOOKING TO BUY** Vinyl Records, Rock or Metal CDs and Cassette Tapes. Call or Text 207-570-9760 WANTED TO BUY Antiques * Silver * Gold * Coins CHRIS LORD ANTIQUES

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

(207) 233-5814 • ME & NH

RENTALS

WELLS, ROUTE 1, OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT: Private, furnished ofﬁce for rent with heat/AC & internet included. Centrally located with parking. $500 month-to-month or lease. Call or Text 207-310-7700

WINTER RENTAL: WELLS BEACH. Fully furnished. Queen bedroom plus bunkbed room for storage or guest. One bath. Top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. Quartz countertops. New ﬂooring and tile. Gas stove. W/D. Samsung Smart TVs. SONOS. No pets. No smoking. Nov. 15th - May 15th, 2024. Two persons max. $2000/month. Includes all utilities. 207-351-6797

WELLS, SHARED CAPE HOUSE: All utilities included, year round, private bedroom. $350 per week. Damage deposit and references required. 207-251-1018 WELLS, ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT: All utilities included, year round. $400 per week. Damage deposit and references required. 207-251-1018

CLEANING SHIRLEY’S CLEANING For a spotless home. Trustworthy and dependable. 207-439-1363 THREE PINES CLEANING is seeking new clients in the southern ME/NH area! We specialize in house cleaning and short-term rental turnovers. We offer a high-quality, reliable service with weekly, biweekly, and monthly options. We look forward to hearing from you! www.threepinescleaning.com threepinescleaning@gmail.com 207-389-5008

PAINTING WEBB PAINTING Small Residential Interior Painting Booking Small Weekend Jobs Free Estimates 207-337-1489

HELP WANTED Rainscape is seeking an experienced IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN! Competitive pay and hiring immediately! Inside work in the winter – no plowing! 603-427-1390 / LC@rainscape.net

WINTER RENTAL: WELLS BEACH. Fully furnished. Third ﬂoor apartment. Queen bedroom. One bath. Water views out of every window! Sterns and Foster mattress. Samsung Smart TV. SONOS. Private deck with ﬁre pit. One tenant only. No pets. No smoking. Nov. 15th - May 15th, 2024. $1800/month. Includes all utilities. 207-351-6797 YORK: $2900/month plus utilities. 2 BRs, 1.5 BAs, partially furnished, renovated, townhome w/ 1-car garage. Includes trash P/U, plowing, pool, tennis court. Great location, 2 miles to beach, close to hwy. 1 Year lease. No pets. Available now! 508-280-6706

207.384.4008

96 Portland St, South Berwick, ME www.century21barbarapatterson.com

SOUTH BERWICK

Brand New, 2 Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished, • 6 Month Rental $2800 / Month, All Utilities Incl.

OGUNQUIT: Year-round, 3-4 BR, 3 BA Colonial with 2-car attached garage, 1/2 mile from Ogunquit center and Marginal Way. $3,200 monthly plus all utilities, plowing, and yard maintenance.

Ogunquit Rental Properties 207-646-1500

HELP WANTED

Misty Harbor Resort is hiring for

MAINTENANCE - Full Time HOUSEKEEPING - Full & Part Time FRONT DESK - Full & Part Time Apply in person at Misty Harbor Resort, 60 Mile Road, Wells www.mistyharborresort.com

PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES

Town of Kittery Seeks Contractor for Demolition The Town of Kittery seeks a contractor to demolish and dispose of an abandoned concrete/cinderblock building at 45 Woodlawn Avenue (formerly used as the Town’s recreation center). The building has had a Phase 1 and Phase 2 Brownfields assessment and does contain typical hazardous materials associated with buildings of this age and type. Demolition will need to be conducted in accordance with federal and state regulations regarding containment and care of hazardous materials, transport of hazardous materials, and disposal of hazardous materials. Deliver proposals to the Town Manager’s Office at Kittery Town Hall, 200 Rogers Road, Kittery, ME 03904, no later than 3 PM on March 7. For a complete description and instructions on how to submit a proposal, please visit www.kitteryme.gov/bids. Questions will be accepted via email to Kendra Amaral, Kittery Town Manager, at kamaral@kitteryme.org.

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People and Business Proﬁles

KSB Donations Help Alleviate Food Insecurity KENNEBUNK Last quarter, Kennebunk Savings (KSB) made a series of significant donations to local food banks and pantries in the area. A batch of donations totaling $30,000 was distributed to food pantries all over the region: 28 nonprofits in total, including House of Hope in Berwick, Footprints Food Pantry which serves Eliot and Kittery, the Sanford Backpack Program, and Community Action Partnership of Strafford County in Dover, NH. A focus on food insecurity has long been a part of the Bank’s Community Promise giving program, now in its 30th year. “We like to think we’re a neighbor who happens to be a bank,” said

Bradford C. Paige, president and CEO. “Our annual tradition of giving to local pantries is just one way we try to be neighborly.” One grant recipient was Table of Plenty, a nonprofit serving 275 meals per week in Berwick and Kittery. “Many of our guests are isolated seniors, single parents and those struggling financially due to the economic hardship of inflation,” explained Diana Marzinzik, president of Table of Plenty. Cross Roads House, a shelter in Portsmouth, NH, is another grant recipient. “Food insecurity will, most likely, continue to grow as Seacoast residents have to make choices between paying rent, having heat for the winter,

and feeding themselves,” said Will Arvelo, executive director. “We are seeing more New Hampshire residents become “economic refugees” at the shelter because they are being priced out of housing.” The work continues year round. At Kennebunk Savings, food insecurity is a perpetual focus of their annual giving and volunteering. “We’re here to help,” Paige said. “We’re always here.” Marzinzik shared that she continues to find the work “so very rewarding.” This year, Table of Plenty will have shared over 12,000 meals with our neighbors in need. Arvelo is thinking about

Partners Bank Collects Winter Clothes During Coat Drive

Crystal Callahan, receptionist at the Partners Bank main ofﬁce in Sanford, is standing at the “Coats for All” donation table and encouraging those who walk in to donate winter clothing to beneﬁt The Salvation Army.

YORK COUNTY The cold winter temperatures are here, and Partners Bank has done their part to keep the community warm. One of those efforts was a donation drive called Coats for All, which took place from December 2023 through January of this

year. Coats for All was held at the Partners Bank main office in Sanford, and was spearheaded by an employee well-known to the public, receptionist Crystal Callahan. She announced at the beginning of the drive, “I am so excited to give back to our community and help this

great cause. Great opportunity to clean out closets and get more use out of things you no longer need!” The bank’s main office collected more than coats; mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves were welcomed as well. The total number of winter coats and accessories was 22 pieces for men, 102 pieces for women, 62 pieces for boys, 55 pieces for girls, and 10 pieces for babies, for a sum of 251 winter items which were then donated to The Salvation Army. Partners Bank is headquartered in Sanford, Maine, with additional branch locations in Spring vale, South Sanford, Limerick, Buxton, Waterboro, Wells and York, as well as Portsmouth, Rye, and Kingston, NH. Partners Bank is a mutual savings bank that operates solely

Weekly Recipe: Chocolate Ganache What better way to surprise that special someone on Valentine’s Day than with a delicious, homemade Chocolate Ganache!

Ingredients: 8 oz. good quality chocolate (semi-sweet or bittersweet), ﬁnely chopped 1 cup heavy cream Optional: 1-2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened

Instructions: Begin by chopping the chocolate into small, uniform pieces. Place them in a heatproof bowl and set aside. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Avoid boiling it. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate. Let it sit for a minute to soften the chocolate, then gently stir until the chocolate is

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Richard St. Pierre Joins Norway Savings Bank as SVP and SFO STATEWIDE Norway Savings Bank is pleased to announce the recent hire of Richard St. Pierre as Senior Vice President (SVP) and Senior Finance Officer (SFO). St. Pierre will work closely with Brian Shibles, who currently serves as the EVP, chief financial officer, and treasurer, as he prepares for retirement in 2025 after a 23-year career with the bank. In his new role, St. Pierre will oversee the overall management of the bank’s financial accounting, budget, investments and facilities management. St. Pierre has more than 20 years of executive leadership experience, including 10 years in community banking. St. Pierre graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from the University of

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in a thicker ganache, while more cream makes it thinner. For extra flavor, add vanilla extract, or a liqueur such as orange curaçao, Amaretto, or Irish cream. Ganache can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat gently in the microwave or over a double boiler before using. Romantic!

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~ News ~ . . . ACRES from page 22 cal significance of the York River, which offers habitat for shorebirds, wading birds, waterfowl, nearly 30 species of fish, shellfish, and other marine life. But the watershed has gained prominence because it is also home to the saltmarsh sparrow, a medium-sized bird with rust-colored wings, orange face, and gray plumage that lives only in the tidal saltmarshes of the East Coast. The small songbird’s population is rapidly declining, according to University of Maine ornithology professor Brian Olsen, and could go extinct as soon as 2035. The bird is currently listed as endangered in Maine and is under review for federal protection under the Federal Endangered Species Act. The saltmarsh sparrow breeds, nests, and raises its young in marshes from Kittery to Thomaston, says Olsen, seeking the highest-elevation portions of saltmarshes. While the birds are adapted to typical floods during monthly lunar tides and storms, they are not adapted to prolonged flooding and rising seas. “We know that the saltmarsh sparrow is under threat from sea level rise associated with climate change,” said Nadilo. “Because these birds nest exclusively in tidal marshes, they need upland habitat during storm events and floods, which is exactly what this new conservation win provides.” Saltmarshes are one of southern Maine’s most biologi-

cally productive ecosystems. The fragile wetlands provide habitat for a diversity of coastal plant and animal life. According to deMaynadier, some of these species are of conservation concern due to their low population numbers and specialized habitat requirements. According to MCHT Senior Conservation and Community Planner Jeremy Gabrielson, MCHT has identified 67 marshes along the Maine coast that need protection. The organization is currently focused on 27 where there is relatively intact habitat, connectivity to nearby ecological systems, and where marsh migration is feasible. Gabrielson says that large storms like the ones seen so far in 2024 are becoming more commonplace on the Maine coast and elsewhere as a result of climate change. Conserving marshes, which act as a buffer to flooding and storm surges, will help protect human and ecological communities. “Partnerships such as the one formed by York Land Trust, Maine Coast Heritage Trust, and US Fish and Wildlife Service not only represent a big climate win, but they can also provide a helpful model to accomplish much needed conservation,” notes Nadilo. York Land Trust is a nonprofit organization that protects and cares for significant natural lands and waterways in the greater York area for the benefit of the community and the environment. YLT stewards more than 3,600 acres of community lands,

including Public Access Preserves, Limited Access Preserves and Conservation Easements on privately owned lands. YLT has also protected an additional 1,500 acres in York. For more information, visit www.yorklandtrust. org. Maine Coast Heritage Trust is a nonprofit land conservation organization with initiatives ranging from preserving coastal access for communities to high impact ecological work focused on reconnecting waterways and improving coastal resiliency to climate change. MCHT began on Mount Desert Island in 1970 and continues to serve as the local land trust for the MDI community with over two dozen preserves in the area. MCHT has become a leader in Maine’s land conservation efforts and maintains a growing network of almost 150 coastal and island preserves coast-wide. For more information, visit www. mcht.org. The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1966 for the purpose of migratory bird conservation along key coastal estuaries, salt marshes and tidal rivers that f low into the Gulf of Maine. Today, the refuge spans some 50 miles of coastline from Kittery to Cape Elizabeth, and protects 5,800-acres of public lands where populations of threatened and endangered wildlife species and migratory birds thrive in diverse habitats. The refuge collaborates with partners to ensure conservation across a network of protected lands, while also facilitating public access for

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