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Friday, May 15, 2026 Volume 21 • Issue No. 20
Rick’s Run, Not Your Typical 5K SOUTH BERWICK Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Rick’s Run 5K Run/Walk. This is not just a race, it is a chance to celebrate life, support an incredible cause, and have a blast doing so. The run takes place Friday, May 22 at 6:30 p.m. at Spring Hill, 117 Pond Rd., South Berwick South Berwick. Rick’s Run is an annual event that brings the community together for a funfilled evening. This year’s Rick’s Run is presented by Village Veterinary Clinic, with 100% of the race proceeds going towards Veterans Forward. The 5k was created in memory of Richard A. Roy. Rick
was a Vietnam Veteran who suffered from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and lived with it day in and day out, until he passed. He served this country and all who knew and loved him saw the emotional, hidden wounds of that sacrifice. 100% of the funds raised go to “Veter-
ans Forward,” formally known as “Veterans Count,” a program dedicated to helping Maine veterans. The 5K is more than just a race, rather it is a celebration of life, an homage to Rick, and a way to support the nation’s heroes. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome.
Whether a seasoned marathoner, a fitness newbie, or one who just wants to enjoy a fun evening with family and friends, Rick’s Run is the place to be! Included in registration are: a personalized bib, a commemorative T-shirt and medal (shirts available on a first come,
first served basis), and entry to the post-race party, which will feature food from Weathervane Restaurant and Kona Ice Cream. This year, all registrations are for the race only. Participants who wish to stay for the dinner afterward can purchase a ticket during registration. Teams are eligible to compete for the first annual Rick’s Run Team Trophy, with a minimum of four participants per team; the four fastest times on each team will be counted. Children 12 and under can race for free with a paying adult. Those who want a t-shirt or plan to attend the dinner can add those options when registering. For more information and to register, visit www.forward motionevents.com/ricksrun.
Celebrate Baby Wildlife at the Wild Baby Birthday Bash! CAPE NEDDICK The Center for Wildlife is inviting the public to its annual Wild Baby Birthday Bash, a family-friendly event celebrating the arrival of baby wildlife patients and the birthdays of the Center’s 26 ambassador animals. The event takes place Saturday, May 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Center for Wildlife campus, 375 Mountain Rd., Cape Neddick. Visitors of all ages will have the chance to connect with wildlife during one of the busiest and most important times of the year in the Center’s Wildlife Medical Clinic.
Guests can explore the campus while participating in a variety of interactive and educational activities. Throughout the day, visitors can create birthday cards for ambassador animals, design enrichment activities, attend ambassador meet-andgreets, and engage in wildlife intake simulations that offer a hands-on look at how injured and orphaned animals are admitted and cared for. Attendees will also be able to observe live baby animal feeding demonstrations and learn more about rehabilitating young wildlife. Guests can also partici-
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WELLS The Wells Conservation Commission will host a free workshop on identifying and managing invasive plants on Thursday, May 21, at 6 p.m. at the Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Rd. The session will feature a panel of local specialists who actively work on invasive plant management in the region, including the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge, and Ogunquit’s Marginal Way. Panelists include Joan Griswold, chair of Ogunquit’s Marginal Way Committee; Vanessa Beaulieu, natural resource
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pate by bringing a “gift” for the Center’s patients and ambassador animals. Items can be selected from the Clinic Wishlist or Standard Wishlist on the Center’s website and brought to the event. Each donated item earns a raff le ticket, and additional tickets will be available for purchase. Contributions directly support the care of wildlife during the busy spring and summer seasons. “Baby season is one of the most demanding times in wildlife rehabilitation, but also one See BABIES on page 9...
specialist at the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve; Liz McGranaghan, forest ecologist at Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge; and Shawn Jalbert, a consultant and native plant specialist with Native Haunts in Alfred.
Disc ussion topics will cover how to identify invasive plant species, the impacts of infestations, and strategies for removal and replacement with native plants. The workshop is intended for homeowners, mu-
nicipal officials, landscapers, and builders. The event aims to help the community better understand and address invasive species while promoting thoughtful stewardship of local land, agriculture, and ecosystems. The event is free, and registration is not required to attend. For more information, visit www. wellslibrary.org/online-calendar. Image to the left: Volunteers Nancy, Richard, Jamie, and Helen, with a load of invasive plants that they removed from the trails of Wells Reserve. Photo from www.wellsreserve.org/ blog/pulling-pile-invasive-plants.
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