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2025 Area Memorial Day Events and Parades

Unless otherwise noted, all Memorial Day parades and events take place on Monday, May 26. (Photo to right: Ocean View Cemetery in Wells) Berwick

Memorial Day Parade Parade runs 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., leaving promptly from Berwick Town Hall, 11 Sullivan Street, and will feature Noble High School and Middle School bands, area veterans and auxiliaries, local Scout troops, and the Berwick Fire Department. Held rain or shine; in case of rain, the observance will take place at 11 a.m. in the Town Hall auditorium. Partici-

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pants should arrive by 10:30 a.m.

The route runs from Sullivan Street to Wilson and Allen Street/Route 236, pausing at Lord’s Cemetery for a brief service. Parade then continues down Sawmill Hill to the Somersworth-Berwick Bridge for

a short ceremony honoring those lost at sea, before reconvening in Sullivan Square for a ﬁ nal ceremony and roll call of Berwick veterans who died in past wars. FMI: www.berwickmelegionpost79.org or Bryan English, Post #79 Com-

mander at 603-988-4388.

Kennebunkport

Salutes to Our Fallen Heroes

7:30 a.m.: American Legion Monument; 7:45 a.m.: Cape Porpoise Memorial; 8 a.m.: Cape Porpoise (1812) Cemetery; 8:15 a.m.: SP4 Terry Down Memorial; 8:30 a.m.: Arundel Cemetery; 8:45 a.m.: North Street Cemetery.

Memorial Day Parade

7:30 a.m.: Masonic Hall breakfast for marchers; 8:45 a.m.: Temple Street access closed, parade participants and residential trafﬁc only; 9 a.m.: Parade participants in place on Temple Street; 9:30 a.m.: Parade commences; 10 a.m.: Parade returns to Dock Square

for Ceremony; 10:30 a.m.: Parade complete. Any veterans (whether or not you are an American Legion member) who want to march: Meet at the Kennebunkport Masonic Hall for breakfast and information. Be on Temple Street no later than 9 a.m. to participate. Participants Include: American Legion Post 159, American Legion (motorcycle) Riders, Kennebunk Middle School Band, Kennebunk High School Band, Kennebunk Boy Scout Troop 304, Kennebunkport Police Department, Kennebunkport Fire Department.

Kittery

Memorial Day Ceremony

BaconFest 2025 Sizzles into North Berwick

BaconFest, a signature fundraiser for Continuum Arts Collective, returns Saturday, May 31, at 76 Lower Main St., bringing with it a 50-pound BLT bar, a cooking competition, and a full day of live music. It’s also the official launching pad of Summer in the Seacoast, setting the tone for the season with bold flavors, big sounds, and community spirit.

Now in its 14th year, BaconFest continues to celebrate creativity, connection, and, of course, bacon. The event features the beloved Bac-Off cooking contest, more than 10 gallons of infused spirits, and

performances by seven bands across two stages.

Bands perform on the Main Stage and Shady Oak Stage throughout the afternoon and evening. The schedule is subject to change, and organizers are working to add an outdoor stage lineup.

On the Main Stage: Jarred Garneau Band, 12:30 p.m.; The Reconstructed, 1:30 p.m.; A Moment of Green, 2:30 p.m.; Jon Nolan & Good Company, 3:30 p.m.; North Village, 4:45 p.m.; Soggy Po Boys, 6:30

p.m. On the Shady Oak Stage: Cannon Rogers at 4:15 p.m.

The annual Bac-Off competition invites the public to submit homemade bacon or pork-based dishes for a chance to win the coveted Top Hawg trophy, as well as yearlong bragging rights. Attendees receive a rubber pig upon entry and vote for their favorite dish by placing it in the mason jar beside their top pick. Voting takes place from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m., with the winner announced at 6 p.m., followed by a trophy presentation.

2025 Bac-Off Rules: All entries must be homemade. Entries must be submitted by the individual who created the dish. Each entry must include bacon and/or pork. Recipes do not need to be original. All entries are marked with a mason

Wood Island Museum Opens This Weekend

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Opening a Maritime Museum in August of 2024 was a huge milestone for Wood Island Station, located at Kittery Point. And now, the museum’s staff is ready to open Memorial Day weekend for the 2025 season!

Located at the confluence of the Piscataqua River and the Atlantic Ocean, the Wood Island Life Saving Station stands as a testament to bravery and maritime history.

Established in 1908, the historic station housed the courageous “Surfmen” of the U.S. Life Saving Service, the precursor to the U.S. Coast Guard.

After years of neglect and the threat of demolition, the Wood Island Life Saving Station Asso-

ciation (WILSSA) meticulously restored this landmark. Efforts included rebuilding structural elements and sea walls, as well as launching the historically accurate 1930s rescue boat Mervin Roberts. The station has now been revived to its former glory.

After more than 15 years of being volunteer-run, the Wood Island Life Saving Station has

appointed Laura Calhoun as its first Executive Director. Calhoun brings experience from the non-profit and museum sectors, including roles as Program Director at Cross Roads House and Exhibitions and Collections Manager at the UNH Museum of Art. She holds a BFA from Tufts University and a master’s in Museum Studies from

Harvard University. Raised in Portsmouth and now living in Kittery, Calhoun is excited to apply her expertise to Wood Island and continue the station’s mission of “Helping Others, Then & Now.”

WILSSA is excited to share that Kittery Point-based nonprofit CoastX will host hands-on, ocean-based experiential programs at Wood Island. These programs aim to educate and empower middle and high school students in Southern Maine and Seacoast New Hampshire, helping them develop the skills and insights needed to tackle real-world coastal and climate change challenges. In July, CoastX will run its

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Maine National Guard Enters Peak Training Season Kittery to Host Free Bicycle Rodeo for Kids

Maine Ar my and Air National Guard units are entering their “annual training” window, and Mainers can expect to see increased military presence throughout the state. This is routine and planned yearly training. This summer training window typically peaks from May to July and is associated with a surge in military vehicle movements, helicopter flights, construction projects, and vari-

ous other activities at a multitude of locations. Annual training enables individuals and units to come together and refresh proficiency on their respective assigned tasks and missions for more prolonged periods of time than their monthly “drill weekends.”

Annual training season also encapsulates most of the Guard’s Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) projects across the state. IRT is a Department

of Defense program that enables the military to train on missionrelated tasks while simultaneously providing key services (health care, construction, transportation, and cybersecurity) in the community.

This summer, Guardsmen will participate in IRT projects at the Lake George Regional State Park, the East Millinocket Mill, and the Escort Station Airstrip – with more projects likely later in the year.

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The town of Kittery, in collaboration with the Bicycle Coalition of Maine and Seacoast Area Bicycle Riders, will host a free bicycle rodeo for children on Sunday, June 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Horace Mitchell Primary School, 7 School Lane, Kittery Point.

instructional rides on a closed traffic skills course. Participants will also learn the rules of the road in a safe, supportive environment.

Helmets are required, and each child must bring their own bicycle and helmet.

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In 2024 alone, the Maine National Guard saved Maine entities over $800,000 in manpower and equipment expenses by providing construction services to state parks, monuments, and wildlife conservation programs across the state.

For more information, visit www.me.ng.mil and https://irt. defense.gov.

The event aims to promote bicycle safety and build confidence among young riders through a series of fun and educational activities. Children will have the opportunity to participate in helmet fittings, basic bicycle mechanical checks, and

Organizers are seeking 10 adult volunteers to help the event run smoothly. Those interested in volunteering can contact Jason Garnham at jgarnham@kitteryme.org.

“Let’s roll into summer with bike safety and smiles!”

For more information, visit www.kitteryme.gov.

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online, and businesses are invited to consider sponsorship opportunities for regional recognition.

Admission is free for 18 and under, with a total attendance cap of 25 children. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.continuumarts.org/events/baconfest-2025.

BaconFest 2025 will feature a gourmet BLT bar with 50 pounds of fresh bacon, plus fixings. Guests can also enjoy Lu Dogs, charcoal-cooked pizza, bacon-flavored popcorn, and a wide variety of side dishes. Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to share. For adults, the bar will include fresh-infused cocktails, local beer, spritzers, sangria, and other treats. As organizers put it, “If you go hungry at BaconFest, it’s your damned fault!”

BaconFest is a fundraiser for Continuum Arts Collective, a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides musical instruments, art supplies, creative instruction, and experiences to students in Maine and New Hampshire. Proceeds help equip young artists with the tools they need to thrive. For those unable to attend, donations are accepted

BACON

York Adult Education Seeks Course Proposals for Fall 2025

York Adult and Commu-

nity Education (YACE) is preparing a fresh lineup of in-person and live online classes for the upcoming year and invites

community members to submit course proposals in areas such as art, health, finance, community building, and technology.

registration, and logistics to get the course up and running. Enrichment courses begin September 15.

To have an idea considered, please complete the Course Proposal Form by June 4. The form helps staff evaluate whether the class aligns with the program’s mission and meets community needs. If approved, York Adult Education will handle advertising, student

Marine Art Camp, where students will enjoy an immersive experience combining marine science education and instruction in artistic and creative expression. Through hands-on artistic practice, participants will explore the relationship between life above and below the Piscataqua River, gaining a deeper appreciation while interpreting the complexities of marine ecosystems through various art forms.

A week long camp will be offered both in July and August. Students will learn to use underwater Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), work alongside marine biologists, ocean engineers, and artists aboard the M/V Utopia, a 38foot Coast Guard- inspected lobster boat exploring the ocean like never before! Students will learn basic seamanship, ocean surveying and engineering skills

Instructors are paid, though those who wish to volunteer their time as a way to give back are also welcome. Staff will work collaboratively to shape it into a fun, manageable class that fits the instructor’s schedule.

For more information, visit https://york.maineadulted. org or call 207-363-7922.

by conducting underwater missions exploring, observing, and collecting data on marine life, habitats, and debris.

Wood Island is now accepting reservations for the Wood Island Life Saving Station tour. The tour lasts approximately two hours, including about 60 minutes on the island. Trips currently run on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, and ticket prices include museum admission. Children age 2 and under ride free. Reservations are strongly recommended. Due to limited access to the island, visitors with mobility challenges are encouraged to contact the organization in advance to discuss suitability. To book a trip, visit www.portsmouthharbor.com/our-cruises/ wood-island-tours.

For more information, visit www.woodislandlifesaving.org, www.coastx.org, or email contact@woodisland.ccsend.com.

Friday Lunches All Summer Long

Starting May 23 | Every Friday at 11:30 AM

Enjoy lunch specials like FREE New England Clam Chowder with your purchase of a Lobster Roll, refreshing cocktails & unbeatable midday vibes!

Memorial Day Monday | Lunch + Dinner

May 26 | Doors Open at 11:30 AM

We’re open all day! Close out the long weekend with great food, drinks & company.

Pride Weekend at TFP

June 6–8

Celebrate with us all weekend long — themed piano bar nights, boozy freeze pops, face paint & more!

Father’s Day BBQ

Sunday, June 15 | Doors Open 11:30 AM Brews, burgers, brisket & bold flavors made just for Dad!

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Safe Haven Humane Society BlixxHorses Hosts Weekend of

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Lenora, with her tortoiseshell coat and crisp patches of white, is a gorgeous example of a calico cat. This lovely fouryear-old female has gorgeous colorations. Her bright yellow eyes watch for opportunities to show everyone how sweet she is.

This is a great kitty with a warm and happy personality. She has so much to give – she’s friendly with fellow felines, catfriendly dogs, kids, and adults.

Emma’s Angels

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Emma’s Angels has a special little girl this week available for adoption. Meet Ellie! Ellie is a 6-month-old lab/terrier mix from a severely overcrowded shelter in Louisiana. She is good with absolutely everyone, and would make a great family pet in a household with kids, other dogs, and cats. Ellie weighs 27 lbs. right now, and is spayed and up-to-date on her vaccinations. Fully grown, she should weigh about 40 lbs. She would love to take trips to the lake or hit the trails this summer with her people. If you would like to meet Ellie, call us!

Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based organization in North Berwick. There is a drop box ready to receive donations located at 30 meeting House Road in North Berwick. If you need help feeding your pets, please reach out. Emma’s Angels can help!

Emma’s Angels Rescue 30 Meeting House Road North Berwick, ME 03906 207-676-5599 axel1759@aol.com www.petﬁnder.com/member/ us/me/north-berwick/ emmas-angels-rescue-me151

Lenora will be a wonderful addition to any lucky person or family looking for a gentle and happy new family member.

It was difficult to surrender Lenora to Safe Haven. A family member had developed an allergy to her.

Lenora loves to play with a laser pointer and pounce on the light. She plays with enthusiasm and delight, and when she’s sleepy, loves to snuggle and cuddle until her batteries are fully charged.

Please call the Safe Haven shelter at 207-646-1611 or check Lenora out online at www.safehavenhumanesociety.org, then click “Adoptable Pets.”

How could it be Memo-

Haven Humane Society 1420 & 1784 Post Road PO Box 91, Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-1611 / (207) 216-9169 info@safehavenhumanesociety.org www.safehavenhumanesociety.org

Caleb’s Opus

YORKPicture Camden, his six littermates, and their mom sitting together in a small cage at a high-kill shelter in the South, watching people walk by. Around them, boxes and bins overflowed with puppies. Due to limited resources and space, the shelter couldn’t keep and care for them all. Although the staff are doing their best, they struggle to keep up.

Caleb’s Opus’ very special friend and rescue partner stopped by the kill shelter that day and knew she had to save Camden and his entire family. She brought them to her shelter with the goal of finding them loving homes in New England.

Camden is a happy, healthy, energetic puppy looking to find his dream family. He will be 10 weeks old when he arrives in a few weeks and is expected to weigh about 8 lbs. He will be neutered, up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccines, dewormed, and microchipped. Caleb’s Opus will provide Camden

rial Day already? To start things right at the Thrift and Vintage Shop at 1784 Post Road in Wells, Safe Haven is having a 50% off sale on all books from Friday, May 23 through Tuesday, May 27. The shop is open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the exception of Saturday, May 24, when the shop will be open until 5 p.m. Safe Haven accepts quality donations every Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. These generous contributions help cover the shelter’s veterinary costs and support the ongoing rescue of at-risk kitties. It definitely takes a village, and the village’s broad selection of unique offerings. Thank you!

with a martingale collar, harness, and leash to keep him safe.

Camden’s mother weighs 30 lbs. The rescue team is unsure of the father’s size, so Camden’s adult weight is uncertain. He has two sisters and four brothers traveling with him to Maine. Check them out on our Petfinder page listed below.

Can you open your home to foster a puppy or adult dog until they find their forever family? Caleb’s Opus provides

Caleb’s Opus Petﬁnder: https://me177.petﬁnder.com calebsopus@gmail.com www.calebsopus.org

Wine, Horses, Community

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The public is invited to visit BlixxHorses from Friday, May 23 to Sunday, May 25, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 5 Portage Way in Kennebunk.

Guests can support the organization’s operating expenses by bidding on or purchasing gift cards donated by local businesses. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy time with the horses, engage in conversation, and have a sip of wine provided by a local winery.

BlixxHorses, a nonprofit

founded in 2007, offers therapeutic, non-riding programs that promote meaningful connections between people and horses. Based in West Kennebunk, the organization focuses on emotional wellness, education, and lifelong commitment to horse care. Their individualized programs help participants build trust, reduce stress, and appreciate the value of horses beyond traditional riding. For more information, visit www.horsetherapy.me or call 207-985-1994 (voicemail).

Animal Welfare Society

KENNEBUNKHello everyone, my name is Harmony and I’m here with my friend, Valerie! We’re a loving pair of sisters who can’t wait to find our new home together. One thing to know about us is that my friend Valerie is fully blind. While she can’t see, she uses her other senses and her best friend (me!) to help her find her way. And let me tell you, it doesn’t stop her from being an awesome cat. Together, we’re very easy-going cats who will find happiness in a low-key, loving home.

We’ve been staying with a wonderful foster family, and

here they share why me and Valerie are so easy to love:

“Harmony is a small beauty with white paws and expressive green eyes. She loves to snuggle up on the sofa with you. She’s playful and loves paper towel rolls, noisy balls and little mouse toys. Harmony is known

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

info@animalwelfaresociety.org www.animalwelfaresociety.org

SOCIETY

207-646-1611 • 1420 Post Rd ( PO Box 91), Wells, ME 04090

10am-2pm Weekdays, 9:30-11:30am Saturdays THRIFT/VINTAGE/ANTIQUE SHOP: 207-216-9169 • 1784 Post Road, Wells Shop: 11am-4pm Daily, Cat Visits: 1-4pm Sundays

us pay our vet bills and other expenses! Thrift Store donations accepted Saturdays 12-3pm. FMI: 207-229-8314

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Virtual Event Introduces Greenhouse Technology to Growers

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On Wednesday, May 28 at 6 p.m., the University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a free Zoom seminar introducing the basics of greenhouse technology for Maine growers and farmers. Designed for those new to controlled environment agriculture or looking to improve an existing setup, the session offers practical guidance on key systems and strategies.

Participants will learn about different types of greenhouse structures and materials, along with heating, cooling and ventilation options. The presentation also covers basic automation, environmental controls, and lowcost solutions tailored to small

Available for Part Time Work

Retired York Resident

ORGANIZATIONAL / ADMINISTRATIVE

Organizing home and office, setting up files, creating efficient methods to get things done, calendar management, record keeping, helping create calm out of chaos!

PET SITTING

Love cats and dogs! Would enjoy feeding, walking, and entertaining your pet.

ELDERLY COMPANIONSHIP

V isiting to check in, running errands, providing encouragement, reading aloud, doing a puzzle, light housekeeping.

Responsible, Honest, Relationship Builder

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and mid-size farms. In addition to technical insights, the session explores how greenhouse systems can extend the growing season, improve crop quality and support farm profitability.

The program is open to farmers, agricultural professionals, educators, and anyone interested in protected agriculture.

For more information and to sign up for the link, visit https:// tinyurl.com/U Maine-FarmTech.

Chamber to Host Workshop on

AI Basics for Small Businesses

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On Thursday, May 29, from 1 to 3 p.m., the Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce will host a workshop covering the basics of using artificial intelligence (AI) in business operations.

AI experts Frank Kenny and Norma Davey will show small business owners and their employees how to streamline processes and improve efficiency through practical AI tools

Maine National Guard Enhances Cybersecurity Readiness at Cyber Yankee 2025

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Approximately 30 Soldiers and Airmen from the Maine Army and Air National Guard recently participated in Cyber Yankee 2025, a premier regional cyber defense exercise. Designed to bolster cyber readiness across New England, the exercise provided realistic training to enhance the combined response of military, government, and private sector teams to prepare for cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure.

Personnel from Bangor, Augusta, and South Portland units joined over 300 participants from across the country and abroad for the two-week training exercise held at the New Hampshire National Guard’s Edward Cross Training Complex in Pembroke, NH. Cyber

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Yankee has grown over the past 11 years from a small event with fewer than 100 participants into a nationally recognized, multiagency, multi-national effort focused on protecting vital systems such as gas, electric, and water.

“The goal of Cyber Yankee is to enhance cooperation between the National Guard, federal and state government agencies, and private industry,” said Capt. Sean Osler, the Plans & Resources Flight Commander with the Maine Air National Guard’s 265th Combat Communications Squadron in South Portland. “We train now to build relationships and trust. The first time we meet our partners shouldn’t be during a realworld emergency.”

Cyber Yankee 2025 featured simulated cyberattacks from criminal and nation-state actors, mirroring the types of threats that are increasingly disrupting today’s digital infrastructure. Through realistic, scenario-based operations, participants collaborated across agencies to respond to simulated incidents in real-time.

“Cyber Yankee gives us the rare opportunity to train shoul-

der-to-shoulder with those we’ll depend on during an actual cyber crisis,” said Maj. Ethan Evans, the team leader for the Maine Army National Guard’s Defensive Cyber Operations Element. “It’s not just about technical skills-it’s about building trust and improving the speed and clarity of our response as a unified team.”

Participants in this year’s exercise included Army and Air National Guard members from all six New England states, as well as representatives from the U.S. Air Force Reserve, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Space Force, and over ten private utility and technology companies. Key federal agencies such as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Department of Energy also played critical roles.

Cyber Yankee 2025 also welcomed participants from six allied nations, part of the Department of Defense’s State Partnership Program, which fosters long-term security cooperation between U.S. states and foreign militaries.

As the exercise rotates among host states – Massachusetts in 2024, New Hampshire in

and strategies. The session is designed for those with little to no experience in AI and will include real-world examples of how businesses are already benefiting from automation and data-driven decision-making. The event is open to local entrepreneurs, managers, and staff interested in learning how to integrate AI into their day-today operations.

Registration is $10 for chamber members, $15 for nonmembers. For details and to register for the link, visit https:// tinyurl.com/AI-SmallBusiness.

2025, and Connecticut in 2026 – the Maine National Guard remains committed to advancing a whole-of-nation approach to cyber defense, demonstrating leadership and readiness in the evolving digital battlespace. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/CyberYankee25.

Article provided by Maj. Ethan Evans for Maine Army National Guard.

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all necessary supplies at no cost – all they ask is that you provide love and care. Fostering doesn’t have to be a full-time commitment. Even offering your home a few times a year can make a life-changing difference. By fostering, you’re helping save a dog’s life.

Caleb’s Opus is a small, foster-based rescue dedicated to finding loving homes for misplaced, abandoned and homeless dogs who need help the most. Please visit our website at www.calebsopus.org for an application and to learn the meaning behind our name.

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to ‘help’ you when you’re on your computer by sitting in the most convenient places. She’s curious about the outside world and can watch the birds at the feeder for hours! She’s a loving and gentle kitty and is a wonderful companion.”

“Valerie’s very loving and gentle but is very shy at first. While she is fully blind, once she gets the lay of the land in her surroundings, she has no problem getting around. Valerie’s a beautiful long-haired black cat who loves any toy with a bell or something that can make sound for her to find. She prefers a quieter atmosphere so she can hear what’s going on. Valerie approaches people on her own terms but once she’s engaged, she’ll roll at your feet. They’re both so easy to love!”

While we’re friendly, lowkey cats, we’ll need some time to settle into our new home. We’ll help each other feel comfortable as we adjust, and soon it will feel like we’ve always been part of the family. If you enjoy quiet nights in with reading or watching TV, we might be the perfect companions for you!

The Town of Kittery invites the community to join the Kittery/Eliot VFW Post 9394 for a Memorial Day Ceremony at Orchard Grove Cemetery, 85 Rogers Road, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The event will feature local speakers and provide an opportunity to reflect, remember, and honor the brave individuals who have served and sacrificed for our country.

North Berwick

Memorial Day Breakfast: Saturday, May 24

8-10 a.m. at the North Berwick American Legion Post 87, 24 Main Street. Memorial Day Veterans Breakfast. Eggs, pancakes, hash browns, bacon, sausages, fruit salad, orange juice, and coffee will be served. All are welcome. Free, donations appreciated.

Memorial Day Parade

Parade starts at 8:30 a.m. All veterans are welcome to participate. Assemble by 8 a.m. on Main Street, in front of the North Berwick Town Hall parking lot. The parade begins on Main Street, proceeds through the town center, turns right onto Market Street, then left onto Wells Street (Route 9) for a brief ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Bridge at Doughty Falls honoring those lost at sea. It continues onto Elm Street (Route 4) and Lebanon Road for a ceremony at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. The parade will then return to Main Street and conclude with a Memorial Day ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park honoring local veterans who gave their lives in past wars. FMI: post87legion@yahoo. com or 207-676-1791.

South Berwick

Memorial Day Observances

VFW Post 5744 and the Town of South Berwick will host a series of Memorial Day events beginning with a competitive Bike Rodeo at 10:30 a.m. at Central Elementary School. A wreath-laying ceremony will follow at 11 a.m. at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in front of Town Hall.

Memorial Day Parade

The parade will step off at 11:15 a.m. from Central Elementary School, proceeding along Main Street to Portland Street and ending at Soldiers Memorial Island. Commemorative ceremonies at the All Wars Memorial will begin around 11:30 a.m. The guest speaker will be Capt. Keith Turnbull, commanding officer of the USS Washington (SSN-787).

Wells

Memorial Day Parade

Parade starts at 9 a.m. The Town of Wells invites residents and visitors to join in honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice, as well as all who have served or continue to serve in the Armed Forces. Veterans and active-duty service members are encouraged to participate. Participants should gather at 8:30 a.m. in the Wells High School parking lot (200 Sanford Rd.). RSVPs are appreciated but not required. The parade begins at Wells High School and proceeds east on Sanford Road (Route 109), then south on Post Road (Route 1) to Ocean View Cemetery, where a brief ceremony will be held. The procession includes local veterans, school bands, Scout troops, and civic organizations. FMI/RSVP: rkelley@ wellstown.org or 207-361-8130.

York

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Town Halls Closed

Most area Town Halls will be closed on Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day. Town Halls resume operations Tuesday, May 27.

Towns of Kennebunk & Kennebunkport

Free Community Soup

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 138 York St., Kennebunk. Held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Upcoming: May 27.

Town of Kittery

Invasive Plant Removal at Legion Pond

Divers will remove invasive curlyleaf pondweed from Legion Pond using diver-assisted suction harvesting (DASH), Monday, May 26

– Friday, May 30. Parking at the Legion Pond lot will be temporarily restricted for equipment access. FMI: 207-439-0333.

Town of North Berwick

North Berwick

Republican Committee

Meets monthly a t 6:30 p.m. at North Berwick Town Hall, 21 Main St., Room 212. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Open to all registered North Berwick Republicans. FMI: northberwickgop@gmail.com or Chair Mark Rouillard at 207-432-1777.

Upcoming: May 28.

Town of South Berwick

Emery’s Bridge Road Closure

Emery’s Bridge Ro ad is closed due to structural failure of the culvert between 215 and 235 Emery’s Bridge Road. A customengineered culvert is being fabricated and will be assembled on-site. The closure is expected to last three to four months. As

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of Friday, May 2, a 3-ton weight limit was put into effect. Updates provided as available. FMI: www. southberwickmaine.org/news.

York County

Republican Committee

Monthly meetings at Alfred Town Hall, 16 Saco Rd., Alfred. Doors open 6 p.m., business meeting 6:30-8 p.m. All area Republicans welcome. FMI: ycrcsecretary@ yorkgop.org or 207-590-1909.

Monthly Happenings

York County

Amateur Radio Club

2:45 p.m. at the Wells Town Ofﬁces, 208 Sanford Rd., Wells, on the ﬁrst Sunday of the month. The York County Amateur Radio Club promotes amateur radio knowledge, offers educational programs, and organizes special events. Membership open to all; ham license not required. Upcoming: June 1. FMI: www.w1yca.org.

Dementia Support Group

4-5:30 p.m. at Home Instead, 71 Post Rd., Wells. Last Tuesday of the month. A free dementia support group offered by Home Instead and the Alzheimer’s Association. RSVP required. Upcoming: May 27. FMI: 207-641-1155.

Amateur Radio Society

Every other Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the New School, 38 York St., Kennebunk. Informal gathering to support amateur (ham) radio. Most meetings include a “tech talk” by a New England Radio Discussion Society member. Upcoming: May 27, June 10. FMI: 207-967-8812.

OPTIONS Clinic

9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Wells Police Dept., 1563 Post Rd., Wells. Second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Education and re-

207-468-4015.

TREE Meeting

Every other Saturday at the Kittery Community Center, 120 Rogers Rd., Kittery. TREE (Thrive, Recover, Educate, Empower) is a group for people healing from or dealing with a narcissist. FMI: kitterytree@ gmail.com.

Show Me The Money

Every fourth Sunday, 2-4 p.m. atYork Elks Lodge #2788, 1704 Rte. 1, Cape Neddick. Complimentary Food at Half Time. Open to the public. FMI: 207-361-2788. Upcoming: May 25.

Reiki Share

Monthly, 3:30-5 p.m. at Elevate Within, 266 York St., York. Monthly Reiki Share. Participants gather to elevate vibrations and create positive change through shared intention and Reiki. A chance for the Reiki community to practice as a group. FMI: www.elevatewithinyourself.com/events.

Weekly Happenings

Al-Anon

Weekly meetings throughout York County offering a mutual support group for those affected by another’s drinking. In-person, Zoom, and hybrid meetings available. FMI, meeting times and locations: www.maineafg.org, 207284-1844, or 800-498-1844.

Tobacco & Nicotine Support

Mondays, 6-7:30 p.m. at St. David’s Episcopal Church, 138 York St., Kennebunk. In-person group provides information and supportive resources to those trying to quit. Free and conﬁdential. FMI: edward.perka@yahoo.com.

GriefShare

~ Calendar of Events ~

Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. at York Bible Church, 61 York St., York. A 13week faith-based support group designed to help participants ﬁnd hope after the loss of a loved one. FMI and to register: www.griefshare.org/groups/261959 or Mary Mace at mace5@maine.rr.com.

TOPS Weekly Meetings

Tuesdays, 5 p.m. at Bethel Christian Church, 129 Main St., North Berwick. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non-profit weight loss support group. FMI: 207475-6735.

Stay; Man to Man Peer Support Group

Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., in the barn at Laudholm Farm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. A comfortable, destigmatized environment for men to meet and chat about

issues on their minds. Discussions are low-key, nonjudgemental, and laid-back. Organized by Stay; For Life. Free. FMI: www.stayforlife.org or stayforlife2022@gmail.com.

GriefShare

Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 130 Main St., South Berwick. FMI and to register: www.griefshare.org/ﬁndagroup.

Overeaters Anonymous Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at First Federated Parish Church, 150 Main St., South Berwick; Fridays at 9 a.m. at First Parish Church Hall, 180 York St., York. For those who struggle with food, weight, or unwanted food behaviors. Free. FMI: www.oa.org.

Mainspring...

Community Supper

Thursdays, 4-5 p.m. at Mainspring: The Seacoast Service Collective, 22 Shapleigh Rd., Kittery. Free meals to the community on Thursdays. FMI: 207-439-4673.

Gateway Farmers Market

Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. behind York Visitor Center, 1 Stonewall Ln. (off Rte. 1), York. Opening

See WEEKLY on page 10 . . .

~ Calendar of Events ~

Saturday, May 24. Free rafﬂe, hot dogs, live DJ from WBYY-FM. No pets, smoking. Sponsored by When Pigs Fly. FMI: www.gatewayfarmersmarket.com or 207363-4422.

Jesus is Alive – Come Meet Him Sunday!

Sunday, May 25

8 a.m. Holy Communion & Sermon

10 a.m. Eucharist, Music, Sermon

Bible activity bags available during services!

BLESS THE U.S.A.

Celebrant & Preacher: The Rev. W. Patrick Gahan (Fr. Pat)

Retired Rector, Christ Episcopal Church, San Antonio, TX

Eucharistic Minister: Ann Bryzs

Lectors: Dr. Mark Constantian & Ann Brzys

Ushers: Barry Kean & Joe Leonhard

Organist & Choirmaster: Harold Stover

Friday, May 23

Karaoke

7-10 p.m. at American Legion Post 56, 647 Rte. 1 Meadow Brook Plaza, York. FMI: www.ramsdellrogers.56.com or 207-363-0376.

“A Safe Passage”

7:30-9 p.m. at STAR Theatre, 120 Rogers Rd., Kittery. It’s New Year’s Eve 1979, and a lonely lighthouse keeper isn’t certain he wants to see 1980. He’s lost his wife and daughter, along with his will to go on. He sees a young woman about to jump into the sea, and races to pull her back from the brink. But things aren’t quite what

they seem. $20/$30. FMI: www. portsmouthnhtickets.com/e/asafe-passage.

Friday, May 23 –Sunday, May 25

BlixxHorses Bids & Visits Fundraiser

11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at BlixxHorses, 5 Portage Way, Kennebunk. The public is invited to help BlixxHorses with operating expenses by bidding on or purchasing gift cards donated by local businesses. Enjoy the horses, conversation, and a sip of wine, courtesy a local winery. BlixxHorses is a 501(c)3 Maine Educational Non Proﬁ t providing interactive, therapeutic nonriding programs since 2007. FMI: blixx@myfairpoint.net or 207-985-1994.

Saturday, May 24

Spring Bird Walk

8 a.m. at Desrochers Memorial Forest, South Berwick. Participants walk the trails to identify birds. For all birding levels. Bring binoculars, if you have them. FMI: email ConseveSB@outlook.com.

Plant & Pie Sale

8:30-10 a.m. at St. Martha Church, 30 Portland Rd. (Rte. 1), Kennebunk. Plants from Seacoast Garden Club members’ gardens potted in fresh soil, labeled with care information and organized by sunlight requirements. Homebaked pies: blueberry, strawberry-rhubarb, mixed berry, etc. Proceeds to beneﬁ t the Seacoast Garden Club. FMI: seacoastgardenclub@gmail.com.

Plant Sale

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at First Congregational Church of North Berwick, 15 High Street, North Berwick. Annual plant and bake sale, proceeds to beneﬁ t the church. FMI: roseﬂ @ maine.rr.com or 207-206-6234.

Saturday, May 24

Punkintown History Hike

10 a.m. at Rocky Hills Preserve, Punkintown Rd. just past Punkintown Place, South Berwick. Step back into history with Brad Fletcher and learn about the colorful past of Punkintown. Sponsored by Great Works Regional Land Trust. Free, suggested donation: $5. Registration required at www. gwrlt.org/event/history102624/.

Splash into Spring

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Main Beach, 135 Beach St., Ogunquit. A funﬁlled morning of family-friendly activities: bubble play zone, seashell painting stations, more! Activities take place in Main Beach parking lot. Sponsored by Ogunquit Parks & Recreation. FMI: www.ogunquit. gov/294/parks-recreation-comm ittee.

Chicken BBQ

12-4 p.m. at Elks Lodge 2788, 1704 Rte. 1, York. Drive thru, takeout, or dine in. $15 cash/check only. Karaoke with Paul to follow, 6-9 p.m. Public welcome. FMI: 207-361-2788.

Kids Karaoke

3:30-5 p.m. at American Legion Post 56, 647 Rte. 1 Meadow Brook Plaza, York. FMI: www.ramsdellrogers.56.com or 207-363-0376. Gala Reception at Barn Gallery 4-7 p.m. at Barn Gallery, 3 Hartwig Ln., Ogunquit. Featuring artwork from 50+ artists of the Ogunquit Art Association. Free and open to the public. FMI: www.barngallery. org or 207-646-8400.

Sunday May 25

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser 8-10:30 a.m. at The Atlantic Hall, 173 Main St., Cape Porpoise. Homemade blueberry pancakes, real maple syrup, sausages, juice and coffee. $10/adults, $5/kids. All proceeds go beneﬁ t The Atlantic Hall. FMI: www.atlantichall.org or 207-710-3560.

Honoring the War Dead

4-6 p.m. at First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 114 Main St., Kennebunk. Honor the war dead by exploring how future wars can be prevented. Includes two short video presentations. Free. FMI: 207-985-3700.

Tuesday, May 27

Wonderful Weeds

2-4 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. The weeds we often disregard and destroy are lifegiving and healing. Discover the medicines and foods underfoot on the Wells Reserve’s Laudholm See MAY27 on page 29 . . .

~ Library News ~

Libraries Closed

Most area libraries will be closed

Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.

Berwick Public Library

Annual BPL Plant Sale

Saturday, May 31, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., outside the library. BPL seeks plant donations: perennials, annuals, herb and vegetable seedlings, houseplants. Plants should be potted and labeled. No invasives allowed – full list available at www.maine.gov. Drop off on the left side of building Friday, May 30, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., or give directly to volunteers on Saturday morning, 8-9 a.m.

Weekly Events

See website for details.

For More Information

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

D.A. Hurd Library

Sensory Garden Cleanup

Tuesday, May 27, 9:30-11 a.m., weather permitting Come help get the Sensory Garden ready for the growing season! The garden provides a space for educational nature programming, and all produce grown is donated to the community.

Donald Laverriere, 81

SOUTH BERWICK –

Donald Laverriere passed away on March 13, 2025. He was born on November 14, 1943, in Biddeford to the late Joseph Laverriere and Irene (Piette) Laverriere. Don graduated from St. Louis High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree from UMO and worked at SUBMEPP (Submarine Maintenance Engineering Planning and Procurement) for many years. In 1993, he married the love of his life, Bettina (Porrazzo) Laverriere. Don was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a member of the Masonic Lodge in Maine.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Joseph Laverriere; his sister, Toni Worcester; his sisters-in-law, Claudette Laverriere and Helen Laverriere; and his brother-inlaw, Davide Porrazzo.

Outreach

to the Olde Woolen Mill

Thursday, May 29 at 2 p.m.

Nature Journaling Workshop

Tuesdays, 4:30-6 p.m. Four-week nature journaling workshop series led by 4-H educator Rebecca Tay and Maine Master Naturalist Allison Donohue. Sessions held at the Negutaquet Conservation Area.

Last session: June 3. FMI: dwwwdahurdlibrary.org/workshopdetails.

Weekly Events

See website for details.

For More Information

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

Graves Memorial Library

Library Closure

The library will close at noon on Friday, May 23, and remain closed through Monday, May 26, for annual carpet cleaning.

Death Cafe

Wednesday, May 28 at 9 a.m. A safe and relaxed space to discuss topics related to death and dying through thought-provoking, lifeafﬁrming conversation. Facilitated by Dr. Marilyn R. Gugliucci, hosted by Kennebunkport Public Health Department and Graves Library.

Registration required.

Evening Book Group

Thursday, May 29 at 5 p.m. This month: “James” by Percival Everett.

Monthly Movie Night

Thursday, May 29 at 6:45 p.m. Movie TBA, for all ages. Light refreshments served.

Furry Tales Story Time Friday, May 30 at 10 a.m.Preschoolers and their families explore the world of animals with stories, playtime, crafts, songs, movement, and animal time. In partnership with the Animal Welfare Society of Kennebunk. Special guest: Maxwell the pup!

Weekly Events

See website for details.

For More Information

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

Kennebunk Free Library

Spanish Conversation

Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Conversational Spanish with educator and native Spanish-speaker Eva Hernandez. Registration appreciated, not required.

French Conversation

~ Obituaries ~

Don is survived by his loving wife, Bettina Laverriere of South Berwick; children Deek Laverriere and wife Susan of Seabrook, NH, and Michelle Lapierre and husband Mark of Lyman; stepchildren Ted Richardson and wife Heather of South Berwick, and Tina Teal and husband Shawn of Farmington, NH; brother Adrien “Andy” Laverriere of Florida; brothersin-law George Porrazzo and wife Debbie of Texas, and Joseph Porrazzo and wife Diane of Arizona; and sister-in-law Toni Mann and husband Bob, of Washington.

Don was a cherished grandfather to Ashley McGahey, Kyle Francoeur, Barbara, Max, Carter, and Logan Richardson, and Ashton and Tristan Teal, and a beloved great-grandfather to Cyler McGahey. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Funeral Mass was officiated by Father Andrew Nelson, on March 22 at St. Martin’s Church. Burial will be on Thursday, June 5, at 1 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery, Agamenticus Road, in South Berwick.

L. Louise Treadwell, 88

SOUTH BERWICK – On Friday, May 16, 2025, L. Louise Treadwell passed away with family by her side.

She was born April 24, 1937 in South Berwick, the daughter of John and Geraldine (Lirette) Cunningham.

Louise was predeceased by her parents and brother, John Cunningham. Louise is survived by son Michael Treadwell, daughter Donna Treadwell-Sitomer, and several nieces, nephews and grandkids.

A graduate of Berwick Academy, Louise began her career at Eastern Air Devices, where she became NASA certified in electrical connections. She worked there until the birth of her first child. Later, she was employed by GFS and Wentworth-Douglass Hospital for many years.

Louise enjoyed painting oil on canvas, china painting, knitting, and crocheting. She was a truly gifted artist who studied with the famous artist Alfred Brulé, and was a long-time student of the Professional Porcelain Artists Association.

Mondays at 6:30 p.m. For those looking to converse in French. All skill levels are welcome, but conversations will typically be at an intermediate-advanced level. No registration required. Free and wheelchair accessible.

Tech Time Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 2-5 p.m. Learn to download eBooks and apps, make heads or tails of a new device, troubleshoot software, and more. Sign-up for 45-minute one-on-one appointments.

Weekly Events

See website for details.

For More Information

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

Ogunquit

Memorial Library

Seaside Speakers Series

Friday, May 23, 10-11 a.m. Author Peter D. Brown will discuss his book, “I Am Jayvyn” a work of historical ﬁ ction about the slave trade in America.

Decoupage Shell Painting

Saturday, May 31, 12 2:30 p.m.

Create beautiful decoupage shells with artist Lisa LaFlam. Limited to eight participants, registration re-

Louise was kind, loving, selfless, and generous. She was always there for her family and friends, and she cherished her time with them. She had a deep love for her husband of 58 years, Don, and cherished their two children, Michael and Donna, as well as their four grandchildren: Eric, Hunter, Taylor and Mason. She will be dearly missed.

Services will be held Wednesday, May 28 at Tasker Funeral Home, 621 Central Ave., Dover, NH. Visitation is at 11 a.m., followed by a service at noon. Burial at Woodlawn Cemetery in South Berwick.

quired.

Weekly Events

See website for details.

For More Information

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

Rice Public Library

Friday Matinee: “Encanto” Friday, May 23 at 2:30 p.m. A vibrant animated musical about a Colombian girl named Mirabel who, despite not having magical powers like her family members, discovers her unique role in saving their enchanted home. Bring snacks!

Weekly Events See website for details.

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

South Berwick Public Library

Pre-K Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Baby Storytime Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

Mindfulness Meditation Thursdays in May at 12:30 p.m. Peaceful meditation sessions for all levels, led by Taintor Davis Child.

LEGO Club

Thursdays, 1-5 p.m.

Crafternoon Fridays, 12-4 p.m. A different craft every Friday!

Weekly Events

See SBPL on page 12 . . .

Installing and servicing water filtration systems for the removal of arsenic, radon, hard water minerals, iron, manganese, and PFAs in ME, MA, and NH since 1989 Installation headed by staffed licensed Master and Journeymen plumbers

Recognized by Water Technology Magazines for excellence Authors of various articles on water quality issues affecting New England

~ Library News ~

See website for details.

For More Information

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

Wells Public Library

Teen Crafting: Mini Bookshelves

Wednesday, May 28 at 1 p.m. Join Sabrina for an afternoon of crafting the perfect mini bookshelf, perfect to keep in your pocket or bag! For students grades 5 and up, snacks provided. Free.

Crafty Kids

Thursdays at 3 p.m. for all ages .

up to 17. Drop-in art projects include painting, drawing, gluing, collaging, and more. All materials provided for free. FMI: aherman@ wellstown.org.

Conversational French Thursdays at 4 p.m. An informal approach to practicing or re-learning French! For all levels.

Fiber Arts

Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Show off latest knitting creations, get tips on crochet techniques, chat with old friends. For all ages and levels of ability.

LEGO & Rubik’s Cube Club Fridays at 3 p.m. All ages welcome.

Weekly Events

See website for details.

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

William Fogg Library

Photographer Corey Cain Thursday, May 29 at 6 p.m. Photographer Corey Cain returns to the library to show his work over the last seven years documenting the return of the American bald eagle to Maine.

Weekly Events

See website for details.

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

~ Kudos ~

York Public Library

Art Exhibit: Beverly Hallam “Chasing Light” On display during library hours now through August 27.

A Mindfulness-Based Sleep Workshop

Wednesday, May 28, 6:30 p.m. Anja Schneider of Salt Air Spirit introduces relaxation techniques, breathwork, and mindful evening routines to promote deeper, more restorative sleep.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Thursday, May 29, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health/human services workers, and others learn how to help

adolescents (12-18) experiencing mental health, addiction challenges, or crisis.

Free Film: “The Public Library”

Thursday, May 29 at 6:30 p.m.

Documentary explores how public libraries shaped a nation and remain a beloved sanctuary for Americans today.

Sound Bath with Ankati Day Friday, May 30 at 6 p.m. Participants meditate to the sounds of tuned quartz singing bowls.

Weekly Events

See website for details.

For More Information

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

KHS Student Among First to Graduate from New Program at YCCC

WELLS & KENNEBUNK -

A Kennebunk High School student was among the first local high school students to complete a groundbreaking dual enrollment pilot program in Hospitality Services at York County Community College (YCCC), culminating with a graduation ceremony held on Thursday, May 8.

Hank Flynn received postsecondary microcredentials for completing the course, which opens doors to internships and employment opportunities with area businesses. Flynn’s mother, a YCCC graduate herself, was there to cheer on her son.

The year-long program, the first of its kind at YCCC and in the state of Maine, was designed to be accessible to all learners and

introduced students to multiple facets of the hospitality industry, including kitchen operations, dining services, grounds maintenance, guest services, and laundry. Professional chef instruction was a cornerstone of the curriculum.

“I have never had better students than you guys,” said instructor Charles Galemmo at the graduation ceremony. “It’s been a lot of fun and a real pleasure teaching you.”

Students from Kennebunk and Wells High Schools attended classes on the YCCC campus twice weekly, receiving instruction and participating in field trips to local hospitality-based businesses, particularly The Nonantum Resort in Kennebunkport.

The program was devel -

oped through a partnership between Megan Murray and Robin Reidy, transition coordinators from Kennebunk and Wells High Schools, and Caitlin Grant, YCCC’s Dean of Economic and Workforce Development.

“We are so grateful for this partnership with YCCC and for the generosity from our local organizations like the Nonantum Resort,” said Murray. “We look forward to developing similar programs like these in the future.

Maine Regional School Unit 21 includes six schools in Arundel, Kennebunk, and Kennebunkport: Kennebunk Elementary (Pre-K-2), Kennebunkport Consolidated (K-5), Mildred L. Day (K-5), Sea Road (3-5), the Middle School of the Kennebunks (6-8), and Ken -

Local Students Receive Recognition

Belmont University, Nashville, TN

Raigen Michniewicz of York and William Paradis of Lebanon have been named to the Spring 2025 Dean’s List, having achieved a GPA of 3.5 or above.

College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA

The following students made the Dean’s List for Fall 2024, earning a GPA of 3.5 or higher: Michael Cammarota of Cape Neddick, Chloe Carbonneau of Wells, and Anna Woolf of Kennebunk.

Emerson College, Boston, MA

The following students were named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2024 semester by having a GPA of 3.7 or higher: Maya Eichorn of Kennebunk, Anna Scarpone of Kittery, Ella Scarpone of Kittery, Owen Williams-Hughes of South Berwick, Matthew Leclerc of York, Caroline Skerry of York, Bernadette Nelson of Kennebunk.

Emmanuel College, Boston, MA

The following students were named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2024, maintaining a GPA of 3.5 or higher: Abigail Balonis of York, Marek Bretz of Cape Neddick, Isabella Harris of Kittery, Antonia MacEwen of Wells, Edward Ridolfi of Kittery Point, and Alyssa Wheeler of Wells.

Foreign Languages Honor Society, Scranton, PA

Corrin Hasty, of South Berwick, was among 30 University of Scranton students inducted into Alpha Mu Gamma, the national honor society for students of foreign languages.

Hasty is a freshman criminal justice major at the Jesuit university.

Flagler College, St. Augustine, FL

Avery Waddell, from South Berwick, received a bachelor of science in coastal environmental science this May.

Goodwin University, East Hartford, CT

Sarah Payant of Wells earned a place on the President’s List for Fall 2024, scoring a perfect GPA of 4.0.

Grove City College, Grove City, PA

Samuel Belmonte of York has been named to the Fall Dean’s List with Distinction, having achieved a GPA of 3.85 to 4.0.

Hamilton College, Clinton, NY

Ivy Hammer-Gumbrell, of Kennebunk, has been named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2024, earning a GPA of 3.5 or above.

Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, Baton Rouge, LA

Amelia Sullivan, of Kittery, was recently elected to membership into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at University of Maine. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10% of seniors and 7.5% of juniors are eligible.

National Technical Honor Society

The following Marshwood High School students have been inducted into the honor society. At Sanford Regional Technical Center: Cole Goodwin, Academy of Business; Esme Gori, Academy of Business; Ethan Waddell, Academy of Business; Bryan Smith, Auto Collision Repair; Riley Smith, Digital Design; Caebre Sullivan, Early Childhood Education; Paige Souder, Emergency Medical Technician; Rielly Glidden, EMT & Firefighting; Anyea Edelman, Health Occupations; Alyssa Moore, Health Occupations; and Emma Wiggin, Health Occupations. At Dover Career Technical Center: Laura Horvath, Animal Science; and Lucy Parker, Animal Science.

Ohio University, Athens, OH

Alysa Rachkoskie of Lebanon, enrolled in the Chaddock & Morrow College of Fine Arts, has been named to the Fall Dean’s List, having achieved a GPA between 3.5 and 3.999.

Ohio Wesleyan University, Delaware, OH

Katalina Abell, of South Berwick, was inducted into the university’s chapter of the Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society for achieving a GPA of at least 3.5 during her first year on campus.

Radford University, Radford, VA

Chase Eckert from Berwick has been named to the Fall 2024 Dean’s List, earning at least a 3.4 GPA

Saint Anselm College, Manchester, NH

nebunk High (9-12). RSU 21 offer students a supportive, academically challenging environment to reach their full potential and

The following students have been named to the Dean’s List, achieving a GPA of 3.4 or higher: Caroline Carven of Kittery Point, Hayden Furber of Kennebunk, Delaney Glode of Kennebunkport, and Quinn MacDonald of Kennebunkport.

Salve Regina University, Newport, RI

The following students were named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2024, earning a GPA of 3.6 or higher: Elise Chandler of Wells, Natalie Filippov of South Berwick, and Ryan Iritano of Moody.

Siena College, Loudonville, NY

Jordan Collins of Berwick was named to the President’s List for Fall 2024, earning a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Christopher Nass of Kennebunk was named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2024, earning a GPA between 3.5 and 3.89.

Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH

The following students have been named to the Spring 2025 President’s List, earning a GPA of 3.7 or above: Samantha Chase of Wells, Vanessa Dailey of Wells, Bryce Ruest of Wells, James Wiggins of Wells, Kyler Parker of Wells, Caleb Labbe of Wells, Lindsey Doyon of Arundel, Daniel Governale of Arundel, Andrew Welch of Kennebunkport, Jennifer Curran of Kennebunk, Kayla Richardson of Kennebunk, Lee Kitchen of Kennebunk, Brendan Connearney of York Harbor, Alexandria Norton of York, Katelyn Raia of York, Robert Underwood of York, Amelia LeeRogers of South Berwick, Christina Conley of South Berwick, Christina

graduate with the knowledge and skills to apply across a contentrich curriculum. For more information, visit www.rsu21.net

Edson of North Berwick, Stephen Maibaum of North Berwick, Roxanne Sprague of North Berwick, Connor Camire of North Berwick, Kyra Manibusan of Kittery, Holly Kirkendoll of Kittery, Tanner Love of Eliot, Andrea Martocchia of Eliot, Margaret McGaffigan of Cape Neddick, Laura Bailey of Berwick, Alexandria Tibbetts of Berwick, Kurtis Marquis of Berwick, Shelly Miller of Berwick, and Jonathan Champlin of Berwick. The following students have been named to the Spring 2025 Dean’s List, earning a minimum GPA of 3.500-3.699: Heather Boivin of Lebanon, Nathan Sidman of York, Danny Harris of York, Daniel Abatangelo of North Berwick. State University of New York, Potsdam, NY

Liam Price, of Kennebunk, is set to graduate this May with a bachelor of arts degree in environmental studies.

Stonehill College, Easton, MA

The following were among those who marched at Commencement this May: Christina Dargie of York, Sophia Gorman of York, Sydney McDermott of Wells, Kelsey Rizzo of Kennebunk. Christina Dargie, from York, was recently honored at the institution’s Student Life Awards. This program celebrates campus community members for their outstanding contributions to the betterment of Stonehill. Grace Verde, from Berwick, was recently inducted into Lambda Epsilon Sigma, Stonehill College’s honor society. The organization recognizes outstanding juniors and se -

See KUDOS on page 26 . . .

~ Arts & Entertainment ~

“Sense of Wonder” Photo Contest

WELLS

The Friends of Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge are inviting photographers of all ages to submit photos for the 5th Annual “Sense of Wonder” Photo Contest. Submissions will be accepted until June 15. Photographers may submit up to three photos by uploading their work to the Friends’ website, listed below. Other methods of submitting digital images may be considered by emailing the Friends of Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge at the email address listed below.

Twelve winning images will be selected by a panel of judges based on content, clarity, composition, and overall impression. These images will be featured in the 2026 Rachel Carson Refuge calendar, available in October. A “Best in Show” photo will be chosen for the calendar cover. Additionally, a special “Young Photographer Award” will be given to a photographer aged 17 or younger.

Photo submissions must be taken on Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge property, which includes areas in Wells, Kittery, Biddeford, Saco, or any other designated Refuge land. Judges will be looking for images from all four seasons, so photos taken in previous years are welcome.

The Friends accept photos from any camera type, including smartphones. All styles of photography, including color, black-and-white, high dynamic range alterations, and other artistic changes deemed necessary and interesting by the artist, are acceptable. Submitted photographs must be original to the artist submitting them. No sub-

missions with watermarks will be accepted.

Photo specifications: Horizontal or landscape orientation only (no vertical); high resolution (300-600 dpi), JPG format, between 8-20 megapixels (minimum 2550 x 3300 pixels).

Participants may submit up to three photos by Sunday, June 15. By entering, all artists agree that submitted photos may be used in promotional and marketing materials (with artist credit) by the Refuge and the Friends.

The Friends of Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge support the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge in its mission to preserve land for migratory birds and local wildlife.

The Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge is located in York and Cumberland counties and consists of eleven divisions totaling 5,600 acres scattered throughout the towns of Kittery, York, Ogunquit, Wells, Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Biddeford, Saco, Old Orchard

Students Crowned Champions in Vocabulary Bowl

WELLS

Spring has sprung – and so have the results of Vocabulary.com’s Spring 2025 Vocabulary Bowl, the world’s largest academic competition. Wells Junior High School clinched the top spot in Maine’s Middle School Division, a remarkable achievement that places them in the top 5% of competitors.

The Vocabulary Bowl is a biannual online competition

Beach, Scarborough, and Cape Elizabeth.

The refuge was named for the author, conservationist, and Maine summer resident Rachel Carson, who among other books authored “The Sense of Wonder,” a book inspired by her years along the Maine coast and her days connecting with nature with her nephew, Roger.

For more information, visit www.friendsofrachelcarsonnwrt.org/photo-contest or email friendsofrachelcarsonnwr@gmail.com.

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Salt & Sand Fine Art Gallery Opens for Season

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ebrates its second season with a wide variety of new art created by artists living throughout Maine and New England. Opening on Memorial Day weekend, the gallery is located at 2 Morning Walk Lane (#8A), in Kennebunk – just a short walk from Kennebunkport and Dock Square.

“As an artist and art lover myself, I am thrilled with the exceptional new collection of art and artists we are offering for the new season,” said gallery owner Deanna Levesque Neal.

“As you walk throughout the gallery, each artist’s work and take on the world around them invites [the viewer] into their perspective in unique and com-

pelling ways. I am so excited for people to experience the collection!”

Featured artists for the 2025 season include: Susanne Larkham. Susanne’s contemporary representational pastel paintings offer a full-spectrum of color conveying harmony, depth and meaning within the scenes she depicts.

Linda Sullivan. An awardwinning landscape artist with a passion for painting in and around coastal Maine, Sullivan works in a modern impressionistic style that embraces color and shape, influenced by her many years working as a design professional.

Judith-Grace Miller. Vibrant brushstrokes, a thoughtful understanding of the world around her, and an intrigue of people are just a few of the hallmarks of Miller’s work. An observer of nature and people, Miller’s oil paintings interpret beauty around her, and compel the audience to do the same.

Mark Malinowski. Whether it’s a botanical, seascape, landscape, building or vessel, Malinowski vibrantly captures moments in time that are meaningful to him, interpreting those moments into art that becomes a shared experience.

John Kessler. Kessler’s goal is to bring to life those special everyday occurrences, and to celebrate and storytell around them. His oil paintings provide a chance to stop, look, and revel in the beauty of New England moments.

Howard Wang: Combing a classical impressionist style with a modern flavor, Wang’s oil paintings, both en plein air and in studio, emotionally con-

nect with the viewer to enjoy and share a moment of life’s true beauty.

Amy Barlett-Goodness. Barlett-Goodness’ acrylic, graphite and mixed-media abstracts are bright, bold, unpredictable and honest. Using color, line, layers, texture and mark-making, she creates an emotional, unapologetic conversation with her audience.

Christine Chaffee. Based in Harpswell, Chaffee creates acrylic paintings that explore and interpret the beauty of Maine’s rocky coastline, evoking feelings of calm, connection, stillness, and memory.

Verne Orlosk. Revealing detail, depth, movement, color and light are key objectives for Kennebunk glass artist Verne Orlosk. She enjoys the challenge of combining glass’s physical qualities with her vision for each piece. Each work represents moments of contemplation, discovery and the permanence of beauty.

Salt & Sand Fine Art Gallery’s grand re-opening weekend runs Friday, May 23 through Sunday, May 25, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The gallery’s full summer schedule starts Wednesday, June 4. For more information, visit www.saltandsandfineart.com.

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York. Parade starts at 10 a.m. and concludes with a Remembrance Ceremony at The First Parish cemetery, 180 York Street. The parade features marching units, bands, local organization floats and a veteran memorial wreath laying unit. FMI or to reserve a seat on the Parade Trolley: Committee Chair Don LeFante at dlefante@ yorkmaine.org.

Summer Art Exhibitions at the Wells Reserve

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The Wells Reserve at Laudholm’s Coastal Ecology Center Gallery reopens for the season with “Awash,” an exhibit featuring coastal watercolors by local artist Suzanne Demeo and sculptures by the Baxter Academy Plastics Project. The show is on display through July 20. An opening reception with the artists will take place Thursday, May 29, from 5 to 7 p.m.

The front gallery showcases sublime watercolors of seaweed and the intertidal zone painted by local artist, student, and educator Suzanne Demeo. Through this work, Demeo deftly captures the intricacies and variation found in the rocks, seaweed, and coastal landscapes of southern

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Maine, evoking a sense of place and wonder. She credits an Introduction to Marine Biology class –offered by York County Community College and taught at the Wells Reserve research lab – with opening her eyes to the particular beauty of this subject matter. “Clinging to rocks, or washed up on the wrack line, seaweeds are spectacular and underappreciated, visually and in terms of their contributions to the intercoastal environment,” Demo shared.

In contrast, marine debris scavenged from Portland’s Back Cove becomes colorful, courageous art in the hands of high school students from Baxter Academy, a free STEM charter school in Portland. The Baxter Academy Plastics Project, estab-

lished in late 2021, is a student-led, community-driven initiative that researches, repurposes, and raises awareness about plastic pollution by transforming trash that would otherwise linger in the ocean into meaningful art. The project has earned recognition at the Maine State Science Fair, the Gulf of Maine Research Institute’s Student Symposium, and the 2024 BioME Student Showcase. It is even featured on NASA’s website for its efforts to combine science, sustainability, and creativity. All proceeds from the sale of these works benefit Baxter Academy.

The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is located at 55 Skinner Mill Road in Wells. The exhibition

will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Coastal Ecology Center Gallery. Site admission is $6 for adults, $2 for children, and

For more information, visit www.wellsreserve.org/gallery.

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Leavitt Theatre Opens for 100th Season Rice Pudding Ends Season with Celebration, Book Launch

Classics of the silent film era return to the big screen this summer at Ogunquit’s Leavitt Theatre, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary after serving the community continuously since 1925. The theater plans a season of vintage cinema with live music in the historic venue. The series gives area film fans a chance to see movies from the pioneering days of cinema as

they were intended to be shown – on the big screen, with an audience, and accompanied by live music.

The season starts on Wednesday, May 28 at 7 p.m. with “Go West” (1925), a classic silent comedy starring Buster Keaton. Admission is $15 per person.

In “Go West,” Keaton heads out to ranch country, where the stone-faced comedi-

an encounters roma nce with – a cow! Can he save his love from a trip to the livestock yards? Rustle up some belly laughs as Buster must once again prove himself worthy to all those who doubt him.

Keaton’s co-star is cow named Brown Eyes, with whom the actor worked extensively prior to filming. Brown Eyes received a credit in the movie, and even got a salary for her acting – $13 a week.

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Keaton’s female co-star is actress Kathleen Myers. Joe Keaton, the comedian’s father and a popular vaudeville performer, appears briefly in a barbershop scene.

Much of “Go West” was shot on location in Kingman, AZ., during the summer of 1925, in temperatures approaching 120 degrees.

The final event of Rice Pudding’s 10th anniversary season is a celebration book launch and reading by poet Kimberly Cloutier Green, who will read from her newest collection, “Openings for Light to Pass Through” (Bauhan, 2025). The evening of Thursday, May 29 will begin with music by Agnes Charlesworth (vocals, keyboard, bass), Lee Anne Ames (vocals, saxophones), and Chloe Green (vocals, bass, guitar). It will also include community readers Shelley Girdner, Steve Hagen, Rebecca Hennessy, and John Shea, who together will serve as the new production team for the live Rice Pudding Poetry Series going forward.

Refreshments and a book

sale and signing will follow the program. Doors open at 6 p.m., with music and poetry beginning at 6:15 p.m. All are welcome to this special evening of poetry, music, and conversation!

Rice Public Library is located at 8 Wentworth Street in Kittery. For more information, visit www.rice.lib.me.us.

“Now, New, Next” at Annex Contemporary Dance Company

Live music for each silent film showing is provided by Jeff Rapsis, a New Hampshirebased performer and composer who specializes in scoring silent films. When accompanying silent films live, Rapsis uses a digital synthesizer to recreate the texture of a full orchestra. He improvises the music in real time as the movie plays on the screen. Rapsis aims to help modern moviegoers appreciate silent film as a vital art form rather than something antiquated or obsolete.

Admission is $15 per person, general seating. The Leavitt Fine Arts Theatre is located at 259 Main Street (Rte. 1), in Ogunquit.

For more information, visit www.leavittheatre.com or call 207-646-3123, or visit www.jeffrapsis.com.

YORKAnnex Contemporary Dance Company (ACDC), is pleased to present “Now, New, Next” – an evening of powerful live performance that connects the timeless with the cutting edge. The event runs for two nights: Friday, May 30, and Saturday, May 31, at 7:30 p.m. at The Dance Annex Studio for the Dance Arts, located at 647 Route 1, Meadowbrook Plaza, in York. Audiences gather in the company’s intimate studio theater for this bold and thought-provoking program.

Curated by ACDC Director Julie Hebb, a former principal dancer with New York City’s Rebecca Kelly Ballet, “Now,

New, Next” features a dynamic blend of company repertory and fresh choreographic voices. The evening includes “Gateways,” a moving new work by Biddefordbased choreographer Kelsie Steil that explores the spectrum of joy, death, and the beauty found in everyday life. Guest choreographers Christine Jacques and Patricia Harms, co-directors of Range of Motion Arts in Rollinsford, NH, present their energetic, 10-dancer ensemble piece “Right On.” Each performance concludes with a special audience Q&A featuring guest artists and company members.

Founded in 2015, ACDC is the resident professional dance company of The Dance Annex Studio in York. Known for its high-caliber performances and community engagement, the company brings exceptional contemporary dance to New England stages, collaborating with artists and musicians from across the region and beyond.

Tickets are $20 to $40, and reservations required. For more information and to reserve, visit www.thedanceannexstudio.com.

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Marshwood High School Presents “Puffs”

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Marshwood High School students are presenting a funny, adventurous, and moving play: “Puffs, Or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic.”

The show runs Thursday, May 29, Friday, May 30 and Saturday, May 31 at 7 p.m.

The comedy by Matt Cox retells the well-known story of a British boy wizard from the perspective of the Puffs: “For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs, who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world.” Though not the

most popular students at school, the Puffs are well-known for their kindness, dedication, loyalty, and inclusivity.

“The play covers seven years in just about two hours, so it’s a bit of a whirlwind,” says director Josh Livingston. “The characters face many challenges – mortal and otherwise – including the struggle to find a sense of belonging. Along the way, they discover just how strong and capable they really are.”

Like in the original books, there’s a dynamic young trio at the center of “Puffs” – Wayne, whose parents also died when he was a baby; Oliver, a math whiz from New Jersey whose skill serves no purpose at wizard school; and Megan, whose mom

is locked away in wizard prison. Each finds community in the Puffs, and strength in one another.

Freshman Hollis Quinn said, “Playing the role of Megan is so fun and empowering because I get to follow her character’s journey through accepting who she really is, and honoring how her differences are what make her a unique individual.”

Senior Jacob Cardoza plays Wayne, and says he has found a certain kinship with the character: “This has been a great play to close [the school season] out on. It sums up what drew me into theater in the first place: the cast and the connections. Wayne has been a great character to get to know as

York High School to Hold Choral Spring Concerts

open at 7 p.m.

certs will be held at the York Community Auditorium and will begin at 7:30 p.m. Doors

Admission is free. Under the direction of Rob Westerberg with accompanist Deborah Clough, the program will feature performances by the Honors Treble Choir, Chorus and Chamber Singers, which includes twenty YHS singers selected for this year’s Maine All

well, because he mirrors what I’ve felt in the past: this desire to be remembered for something, to stand out, to connect with others.”

Ultimately, the play explores the ways in which everyone is vulnerable, and it celebrates “the part of you that works hard, the part that remains loyal and true despite whatever terrifying monsters are thrown your way.”

PUFFS is rated PG-13 due to some adult language and situations.

For more information, visit yorkschools.org.

State Music Festival. There will be a varied set of choral literature as a showcase of the students’ academic skills developed over the course of the semester.

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“Come From Away,” a Heartfelt Tale of Friendship and Resilience

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“Come From Away” is a stirring story of resilience, friendship, and hope in the face of unspeakable tragedy. Opening the Ogunquit Playhouse’s 93rd season last weekend and playing through June 14, “Come From Away” is the true tale of what happened on 9/11, when 7000 passengers on 200 planes were safely rerouted from the air and landed in the remote town of Gander, Newfoundland.

The town’s population nearly doubles, swelling from 9,000 to 16,000 people. But the residents of Gander, along with a few neighboring towns, are undeterred, giving new meaning to the phrase “it takes a village.” They find places for their unexpected visitors from around the world to sleep, shower, eat, drink, and pray. They open their homes and hearts, gather clothing and supplies, connect guests with people who speak their languages, and even care for their animals – including a crate full of monkeys, one of whom is pregnant.

Cultures clash and nerves run ragged, but uneasiness turns to trust, and gratitude grows into enduring friendships through an ordeal that becomes a blessing to all involved.

Irene Sankoff and David Hein wrote the book and vibrant musical score. The show became a hit on Broadway, in the West End, and on tour.

Richard Hinds directs and choreographs the Ogunquit pro-

duction, which includes a dramatic set design by Nate Bertone and a wonderful ensemble cast.

The actors take on multiple roles, bringing vibrancy and refreshing comedic moments to what would otherwise be a depressing

tale. They sing and dance beautifully, and play violin, piano, flute, guitar, mandolin, and several percussion instruments with graceful ease.

The show is written in such a way that each cast member has

their moment to shine. I loved them all, but want to give a shoutout to Hashini Amarasinghe, still an undergrad at Elon University, for her outstanding performances as the news reporter and as a flight attendant. Also, David Benoit is a delight as Claude, the mayor of Gander, as well as several other roles. Kyle Nicholas Anderson is a hoot as Kevin. So, too, is Joy Hermalyn as Beulah, the Gander teacher who rallies the troops. Hermalyn also shines as a distraught plane passenger. Shout-outs to Liz Pearce and Kent Lewis, whose charac-

Oral History Training at Brick Store Museum

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The Brick Store Museum is launching an Oral History Training Workshop Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Nearly everyone knows someone whose story “needs recording,” and the museum aims to collect as many local histories as possible by recruiting and training an Oral History Interview Team to help document the experiences of community members. The museum welcomes anyone interested in preserving personal histories for generations to come. The workshop is designed to introduce potential oral history practitioners to the fundamentals of conducting a life-course oral history. Participants will learn how to identify interviewees, conduct pre-interview research, and prepare for meaningful and

professional oral histories. The session will cover best practices for conducting oral history interviews and ensuring the ethical and responsible documentation of personal narratives.

Throughout the workshop, participants will explore key interviewing techniques, learn to create a comfortable environment, ask open-ended questions, and engage narrators in sharing rich and detailed accounts of their experiences. The practical aspects of recording will also be addressed, with guidance on selecting equipment, recording remotely or in person, and organizing recorded materials for preservation and access.

Legal and ethical considerations will be discussed in depth, including issues of privacy, copyright, and the responsibilities of oral historians in handling sensitive content. Participants will receive samples of necessary forms and documents to facilitate their own oral history projects. By the end of the session, attendees will

have the foundational knowledge and confidence to conduct oral history interviews within their local communities independently.

The workshop will be taught by Molly Graham, a professional oral historian and radio documentarian. Graham trained at the Salt Institute for Documentary Studies in Portland. She has her master’s degree in library science and archives management from Simmons College. Graham is the former director of the oral history program at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum and as-

ters find love in Gander, and to Ben Roseberry as Oz, who runs the Gander airport and brings the first news that something is amiss in New York. Kudos to Isaiah Bailey, John El-Jor, Mary Kate Morrissey, Erica Spyres, and Dayna Dantzler for their many roles.

“Come From Away” is a must see start to the Ogunquit Playhouse’s 93rd season. It will make you laugh, cry, remember, and marvel at the resiliency of the human spirit, and what happens when people unite for the good of their fellow humans.

For more information, visit www.ogunquitplayhouse.org.

sistant director of the Rutgers Oral History Archives. She is the co-founder of Oral History & Folklife Research, Inc., with the mission of preserving the stories, voices, and cultural traditions of Maine and beyond. Currently, she is the oral historian for NOAA’s Voices Oral History Archives, where she collects, preserves, and curates oral histories documenting historical environmental change and its impacts on fisheries, oceans, and coasts. A registration fee of $10 covers materials costs, with snacks included. Participants can register in advance at www. brickstoremuseum.org/calendar.

Pilot Open Call for New Artists

YORKSurf Point has launched a pilot open call for the Surf Point x New Art Dealers Alliance (SP x NADA) Portfolio Review, open to artists living in Maine and New Hampshire. The initiative is part of a pilot program between Surf Point in York, and the New Art

Dealers Alliance in New York City, designed to increase visibility for regional artists, foster cultural exchange, and support the broader arts ecosystem in which artists and gallerists work. Maine and New Hampshire artists are invited to apply. The portfolio review call opened Monday, May 19, and will close once 150 submissions are received. Portfolios will be reviewed by Lauren Marinaro (Marinaro Gallery, New York City), Alex Nazari (Gattopardo, Los Angeles), and Nicoletta Pollara (Night Gallery, Los Angeles), the inaugural 2025 Gallerists-inResidence at Surf Point. Nine artists will be selected for studio visits with the visiting gallerists. Applicants may also choose to keep their portfolios accessible to additional gallerists and arts professionals affiliated with Surf Point.

Applications must be submitted through Artwork Archive, and applicants are required to create a free account to apply. To streamline the process, SP x NADA recommends setting up an account and uploading images in advance. This opportunity is open to working artists age 21 and older who reside in Maine or New Hampshire and are not currently enrolled in an undergraduate program.

Submit three images or videos of recent work (created within the past three years), including the title, medium, dimensions, and year for each image. For all submission details and more information, visit www. surfpoint.me.

For The Crust:

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Weekly Recipe: Strawberry Delight

12 graham cracker sheets (about 6 ½ oz.)

1/4 cup light brown sugar

6 Tbsp. salted butter, melted Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish

For The Filling:

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

2 (8 oz.) packages cream cheese, at room temperature

2 cups powdered sugar

2 tsp. vanilla extract

1 (3 oz) package strawberry gelatin

1/2 cup boiling water

1 lb. strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced

Directions:

For the crust: Process graham crackers and brown sugar in a

food processor until ﬁnely ground, about 1 minute. With processor running, slowly pour in melted butter. Mix until the texture of coarse sand.

Spray a 9-by-9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Transfer graham cracker mixture to the dish and press into the bottom, using the flat bottom of a measuring cup to make an even layer (press ﬁrmly). Freeze for at least 20 minutes and up to two days.

For the filling: In the bowl of a stand mixer fi tted with the whisk attachment, beat cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl. Combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla in the same bowl. Beat on mediumhigh speed until light, fl uffy, and smooth, about 3 minutes. Remove from mixer and whisk in 1/3 of whipped cream by hand, then gently fold in the rest with a rubber

spatula. Spread half the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust in an even layer.

In a medium bowl, stir together strawberry gelatin and 1/2 cup boiling water until dissolved, about 2 minutes.

Beat 1/3 cup of gelatin into the remaining cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated. Spread over the top of the plain cream cheese layer.

Toss sliced strawberries in the remaining strawberry gelatin to fully coat. Spoon over the cream cheese in an even layer. Chill until set, at least 4 hours and up to 12 hours. (If chilling longer than 4 hours, cover with plastic.)

Recipe and photo courtesy The Pioneer Woman: www.thepioneerwoman.com.

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The Maine State Chamber of Commerce has launched a four-part webinar series designed specifically for employers navigating immigration and workforce compliance. Led by Katie Nokes Minervino, head of Pierce Atwood’s Immigration Practice Group, the series will break down key aspects of employer verification compliance and considerations, providing practical guidance to help employers stay informed

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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced the selection of $38 million in Brownfields grants for communities across Maine. The funding includes Brownfields Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund and Cleanup grants, which support efforts to assess, clean up and redevelop contaminated properties for new uses.

The funding awarded includes $6.5 million for 10 selectees through Assessment Grants, which support brownfield inventories, planning, environmental assessments and community outreach. An additional $22.21 million has been allocated to eight recipients through Cleanup Grants to fund remediation activities at brownfield sites owned by the grant recipients. Another $3 million has been awarded to three organizations through Revolving Loan Fund Grants, allowing them to offer loans

and compliant in a rapidly evolving landscape. The sessions are presented for general information purposes only and will not offer specific legal advice.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 22: “Form I-9: The Basics” provides an overview of Form I-9 fundamentals for anyone responsible for I-9 compliance, now or in the future. Topics include completing and retaining the form, re-verification requirements, correcting

errors, conducting self-audits, and best practices for avoiding discrimination. Note: This event will have already taken place by the time of publication.

Thursday, May 29: “Form I-9: Beyond the Basics” provides guidance on topics beyond the form itself, including electronic I-9 creation and storage, alternate virtual document review methods, E-Verify, and more.

Thursday, June 5: “Workers with Temporary Status” covers key considerations in the

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Webinar Series for Employers Navigating Immigration, Workforce Compliance

hiring process, including verifying employment authorization, determining when employer sponsorship is required, avoiding discrimination, tracking expiration dates for Form I-9 reverification, and understanding recent changes in work-authorized status for certain worker classifications.

Thursday, June 12: “Preparing for Inspection and Enforcement” helps employers understand how to respond if they receive an I-9 Notice of Inspec-

tion or other immigration enforcement at the worksite.

The session covers the I-9 inspection process, other situations requiring employer cooperation, and best practices for preparation.

Once registered, participants will receive a Zoom link that is valid for all four webinars.

$38M in Brownﬁelds Grants to Cleanup Communities Across Maine

and subgrants to support cleanup efforts at eligible properties.

Brownfields Supplemental Revolving Loan Fund Grants in Maine include $6.65 million for four high-performing recipients to help communities continue their work to carry out cleanup and redevelopment projects on contaminated Brownfields sites. Supplemental funding for Revolving Loan Fund Grants is available to recipients that have depleted their funds and have viable cleanup projects ready for work.

“Today’s Brownfields announcement reflects EPA’s commitment to clean air, land, and water for every American. From rural towns to urban centers, we are helping communities across New England clean up contaminated sites and unlock new opportunities for economic growth and revitalization,” said EPA Regional Administrator Mark Sanborn. “We’re returning blighted properties to productive use – and showing that a clean

environment and economic development can go hand in hand.”

“These investments in Maine’s Brownfields sites will help clean up environmental hazards while laying the groundwork for future economic development,” said U.S. Senator Susan Collins. “By transforming blighted properties into sites ready for redevelopment, this funding will support jobs, attract new investment, and improve lands across our state.”

“Cleaning up and rehabilitating former industrial sites is a win for everyone in Maine,” said U.S. Senator Angus King. “This $38 million investment from the Environmental Protection Agency represents a federal commitment to support us as we protect our state’s natural beauty and the health of Maine people while also energizing our economy.”

Area selected applicants include the Southern Maine Planning and Development Commission, which was awarded $650,000 in supplemental fund-

ing for its Brownfields Revolving Loan Fund program, adding to $19.3 million previously awarded by the EPA. The program has funded 26 cleanup projects, completed or underway. New funds will support projects including the International Woolen Mill Boiler House in Sanford and the Best Automotive site in Kittery.

The EPA’s Brownfields Program, launched in 1995, has provided nearly $2.9 billion in grants to assess and clean up contaminated properties and

For more information and to register, visit https:// tinyurl.com/MaineChamberI-9-Webinar. return blighted sites to productive use. In New England, these investments have revitalized hundreds of sites, created jobs, and improved community quality of life. Nationally, the program has leveraged more than $42 billion in cleanup and redevelopment funding and helped create over 220,500 jobs through public and private investments.

For more information, visit www.epa.gov/brownfields.

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Health & Fitness

On Thursday, May 8, the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services Committee voted in favor of a bill sponsored by Sen. Donna Bailey, D-Saco. L.D. 1018, “An Act to Protect Health Care for Rural and Underserved Areas by Prohibiting Discrimination by Participants in a Federal Drug Discount Program,” aims to preserve the 340B program in Maine. The program helps safety-net providers – such as federally qualified health centers and nonprofit hospitals –deliver health care services to patients.

first established, 340B has helped community health centers and clinics provide essential health care to residents. It is particularly important for Mainers in rural areas who would otherwise have to travel long distances to seek help for their medical needs.”

phine a day,” he said. “Thanks to the savings generated by the 340B program, we launched a comprehensive tapering initiative and successfully reduced opioid use. More than 1,000 patients have been tapered off opioids entirely, and the number receiving more than 100 milligrams of morphine equivalents a day has fallen to fewer than five. At the same time, we have significantly expanded access to recovery services across our organization.”

As introduced, L.D. 1018 is a nondiscrimination bill that would prohibit the pharmaceutical industry from requiring hospitals and federally qualified health centers to partner with entities that do not offer the 340B program. The bill seeks to prevent discrimination by drug manufacturers, carriers, and pharmacy benefit managers, and assigns enforcement authority to the attorney general.

“As the Senate chair of the Legislature’s Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services Committee, I remain deeply committed to making health care more affordable and accessible for Mainers across the district and the state,” said Bailey. “With this bill, we are taking action to preserve and protect the critical 340B program. For decades, since it was

During the bill’s public hearing, Kristopher Ravin of Penobscot Community Health Care testified that the 340B program is pivotal for community clinics. “In 2013, more than 1,300 patients at PCHC were prescribed chronic daily opioids, with an average dosage equivalent to 290 milligrams of mor-

Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi and West Virginia have already passed laws to protect access to the 340B program. Maine has 144 Federally Qualified Health Centers, with locations from Aroostook to York County.

STATEWIDEOn Tuesday, April 29, a bill to advance Maine’s climate action plan to reduce greenhouse gases sponsored by Senator Mark Lawrence, D-Eliot, received initial approval from the Maine Senate. LD 837, as amended, “An Act to Require Positions Taken by the Public Advocate to Be Consistent with the Costeffective Implementation of the State’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reductions Obligations,” passed the Maine Senate by a vote of 18-15 of members present.

This bill would require the Public Advocate, when taking a position on any matter in any proceeding or forum pursuant to the Public Advocate’s authority, to exercise independent judgment to ensure that the Public Advocate’s position is consistent with the cost-effective implementation for ratepayers of greenhouse gas emissions reductions obligations.

During the work session, the Committee slightly amended the bill to increase the transparency of the program. In the coming weeks, the Committee will report out the bill and send it to the Senate and House for votes.

Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi and West Virginia have already passed laws protecting access to the 340B program. Maine has 144 federally qualified health centers, with locations spanning from Aroostook to York County.

During the work session, the committee made minor amendments to increase program transparency. In the coming weeks, it will report the bill and send it to the Senate and House for votes.

A full viewing file of the bill can be found at https://tinyurl. com/RuralHealth-FedDrugDiscounts. For more information, visit www.mainesenate.org.

“As Maine continues to transition to a clean-energy economy in an effort to preserve our natural resources and reduce carbon emissions, we must ensure our state policies are in accordance with state law,” said Lawrence. “As the Public Advocate continues her work in the best interest of Maine ratepayers, it’s critical we’re also advancing our state energy policies to build a cleaner Maine for future generations to thrive and prosper. LD 837 aims to support both efforts; reducing costs and reducing our carbon footprint. It’s a win-win for Maine people.”

“This bill is an important opportunity to ensure that the Public Advocate considers greenhouse gas emissions reduction in its work and engages actively in the conversations about how we best meet our state climate goals, while ensuring reliable and affordable power for Maine people,” said Hannah Pingree, Director of the Governor’s Office of Policy Innovation and the Future (GOPIF) in testimony to the committee.

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niors who have demonstrated an excitement for both learning and sharing their knowledge.

Tufts University, Medford, MA

The following students were named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2024, requiring a GPA of 3.4 or greater: Liv Carpenito-Kronenfeld of Cape Neddick, John Hopkins of York, Tyler Maling of Kennebunk, Makayla Moriarty of Kittery, Cameron Runte of York, Jeremy Stern of Ogunquit, Greta Yauch of York, John Hopkins of York, Makayla

LD 837 faces further votes in the Senate and House before heading to the Governor’s desk for a signature.

For more information, visit www.mainesenate.org.

Moriarty of Kittery, and Liv Carpenito-Kronenfeld of Cape Neddick.

University of Tampa, Tampa, FL

The following students were named to the Dean’s List for Fall 2024, maintaining a GPA of 3.75 or higher: Holiday Adams of Arundel, Cole Binette of Kennebunk, and John Remick of York.

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on the last Tuesday of every month 4-5:30 p.m. at Home Instead, 71 Post Road, Wells If you or a loved one are going through the Dementia journey and could use some support, please join us.

Alex Kerbaugh, DMD

~ Classifieds ~

ANTIQUES

I BUY ANTIQUES & MOST ANYTHING OLD I come to you. Call Will: 207-838-0790.

ITEMS WANTED

RECORDS WANTED

I buy collections of recorded media and memorabilia. Call 603-918-8555 or email jpraineyrecords@gmail.com.

LOOKING FOR... rock/pop vinyl records, rock/pop cassettes, metal/rock CDs. 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

EMPTY UNIT?

An ad in

The Weekly Sentinel will help ﬁll your space quickly

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10+ HOME NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE, YORK

Saturday, May 31 • 8am to 12pm

Orchard Farm to Organug Ln. Visit tent on Orchard Farm Rd. off Rte. 1 near Nick’s Steakhouse for a map of homes. Free coffee, snacks, water. Rain date: June 7.

LAND WANTED

Cash Buyer – Christine 781-380-7731 EXT 200

CLEANING

SHIRLEY’S

YARD SALE

Saturday, May 31 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

6 Paddy Creek Hill Road

Kennebunkport in Red Barn Scholarship Fundraiser for PEO Chapter E/ME Women Helping Women

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE

May 24th & 25th • 9am-3pm

221 Mountain Rd. Cape Neddick Antiques, Tools, Furniture, Household Items, Toys, Beanie Babies, Clothes, Wedding Dress, DVDs, Disney VHS & More!

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE

Saturday 5/24 & Sunday 5/25

8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fleetwood Dr, Wells (Off Rte 9B) Weather Permitting

YARD SALE

Saturday, May 31, 9am-2pm 826 Morrills Mill Rd. N.Berwick Antiques & vintage, XC skiis, massage table, all kinds of stuff! Cash only, please.

GARAGE SALE: Rain or Shine

Saturday, May 24, 9:00-3:00

RENTALS

BASEMENT APARTMENT IN ELIOT: Fully furnished 1 BR with garage, close to I-95, all utilities included. $1500 monthly. 207-439-4715 or 207-337-1111

2024 HOME IN WELLS with 2 bedrooms starting June 2025. One year lease, ﬁrst, last, and security deposit. $1900/month. Call 207-649-4559. Leave name and phone # if no answer.

ITEMS FOR SALE

LOAD RITE BOAT TRAILER

All aluminum. Made to haul 20’ canoe. Call 207-206-5081 in Wells.

FOR SALE

Oil Lamps, Coke-a-Cola Memorabilia, Dale Earnhardt Sr. Memorabilia. For Pickup Only. Call 207-351-1619.

ELECTRIC

RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL WORK

Stephen Zanichkowsky, York, ME Lic. #MSS60022769 • Insured 207-767-0966 • stephen@gwi.net I return all calls!

YARD CARE

6 Elizabeth Lane, Kittery Point Vintage collectables including sports memorabilia, toys, and books. Children and household items, and much more.

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HELP OFFERED

for an application or call

HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED

GUNSMITHING SERVICES

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

CASHIER & STOCK PERSON

Part-time or full-time. Starting pay $17/hour, increased based on experience. Inquire within preferred at Ogunquit Trading Post 10,000 Gifts, 97 Post Road, Moody, ME 04054. FMI: Call 207-646-5654 or email clogan1@maine.rr.com.

CLEANING PERSON WANTED: First ﬂoor for 1 person and 1 cat every two weeks! Call anytime: 207-337-1111 or 207-439-4715 Near Kittery / Eliot Line

DOG LOVERS DREAM JOB!

Our dog daycare program runs Monday-Friday, ﬂexible parttime hours. If you enjoy dogs and are comfortable managing groups of dogs indoors and out, come join our upbeat, fun team on our 7-acre facility in York. Call 207-363-0099, email info@itsadogsworld.me or visit www.itsadogsworld.me.

Gogan Landscaping in Wells is hiring seasonal LANDSCAPE LABORERS. Competitive pay, based upon experience. Landscaping and hardscaping, Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.

Resumes and contact: Kim Gogan at 207-752-4550 or kim@goganlandscaping.com. www.GoganLandscaping.com

Maintenance Person

Pay commensurate

to train the right candidate.

www.mistyharborresort.com

TROLLEY DRIVERS WANTED

Ogunquit Trolley Company, located in the southern Maine resort community of Ogunquit, is seeking drivers -- full time and part time -- for our scenic trolleys during the summer season.

The 2025 schedule begins July 1. Our daily running hours (9:00 am to 9:00 pm) continue through Labor Day. We run a limited schedule from Labor Day to Columbus Day.

Requirements include CDL license with passenger endorsement and a clean driving record. Applicants must enjoy working with the public and present a pleasant demeanor to visitors and residents alike. Interested candidates should email or call us at ogunquittrolley@maine.rr.com or (207) 251-4531 to apply. FMI: See our website at www.ogunquittrolley.com.

YORK WATER DISTRICT NOTICE

The York Water District recently posted its 27th Annual Water Quality Report on the internet at www.yorkwaterdistrict. org/ccr24. This report contains information about your water, its quality and safety.

It also includes:

• Facts about your system

• Places to get more information

• Any detected contaminants

• Highlights from 2024

If you would like a printed copy of this report, contact the York Water District at 207-363-2265, and we will gladly send you one.

LEGAL NOTICE:

NOTICE OF SEIZED VESSEL AND MOORING GEAR

Notice is hereby given that, on 6-14-2024, the New Hampshire Division of Ports and Harbors, seized a 1977 Silverton 31’ vessel with Maine registration number 4324J, along with its associated mooring gear, for mooring permit # 8207. The seized vessel and mooring gear are currently being stored at the Market St. Marine Terminal, Portsmouth, N.H. The owner may redeem the vessel and mooring gear within 90 days of this notice by paying all charges and fees related to the impoundment, removal, and storage of such vessel and mooring gear. Any owner seeking to redeem the vessel and mooring gear shall contact Richard Hartley, Assistant Director of the Division of Ports and Harbors, by email at r.hartley@peasedev.org or by U.S. mail at 555 Market St., Portsmouth, N.H. 03801. Failure to timely redeem the vessel and mooring gear may result in the destruction or public auction of the vessel and mooring gear per N.H. RSA 12-G:52-b.

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University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI

Benjamin Eneman, of York, will graduate this May with a College of Letters and Science, Master of Arts.

LEGAL NOTICES

ADVERTISEMENT FOR SITEWORK BID IN BERWICK

Great Falls Construction is requesting pricing for offsite improvements at ‘The Edge at Berwick’, located around The Edge at 20 Sullivan Street, Berwick, ME.

Sitework companies interested in obtaining bid documents and information, please email jcurran@ greatfallsinc.com, Attn: Julie Curran. Bids due Tuesday, June 17 by 5pm.

Notice of Public Hearing

The York County Budget Committee will be holding a Public Hearing on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 6:00 P.M. The purpose of the meeting is to hear any comments on the proposed fiscal year 2026 York County budget. The Hearing will be held at the York County Government Building, 149 Jordan Springs Road, Alfred, ME.

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO FORECLOSE BY POWER OF SALE

A MORTGAGE AND SECURITY AGREEMENT RECORDED IN YORK COUNTY REGISTRY OF DEEDS AT BOOK 17162, PAGE 943 ON A CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE TOWN OF WELLS, COUNTY OF YORK, STATE OF MAINE, BEING KNOWN AS 49 FERN STREET, WELLS, MAINE BY VIRTUE of and in execution of the Power of Sale provisions contained in a certain Mortgage and Security Agreement, dated December 16, 2015, given by RIVER DRIVE CONSTRUCTION CO., INC., as Borrower, and JOSEPH P. LANGAN, as Mortgagor, to SANTANDER BANK, N.A., as assigned to BBR INVESTMENTS LLC by a certain Assignment of Mortgage and Security Agreement, dated December 30, 2019, and recorded in the York County Registry of Deeds in Book 18164, Page 471 (the “Assignment”), which granted, among other things, a mortgage and security interest in a certain lot or parcels of land, together with any buildings and improvements thereon, situated in the Town of Wells, County of York, State of Maine, being known as 49 Fern Street, Wells, Maine (the “Property”). The Mortgage is recorded in the York County Registry of Deeds in Book 17162, Page 943 (together with the Assignment, the “Mortgage”).

AND WHEREAS, there have been various breaches and defaults of the conditions of said Mortgage and related instruments and for the purpose of foreclosing all of the same, there shall be sold at Public Sale the Property at the following time and place:

On June 10, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Molleur Law Office, 190 Main Street, Third Floor, Saco, Maine, 04072, consisting of a certain lot or parcel of land in the Town of Wells, County of York, State of Maine, all and singular, the premises described in the Mortgage, and more particularly described as follows:

A certain tract or parcel of land, together with the buildings and improvements thereon situate at Drake's Island, so-called, in the Town of Wells in the County of York and State of Maine, and being Lot numbered 56 as shown on “Plan of J. D. Eaton Estate, Wells, Maine” dated October 1921 by Libby & Johnson Engineers, and the revision thereof, dated November 15, 1927 by Libby & Dow, which plan as revised is on file in the York County Registry of Deeds, Plan Book 10, Page 71. Said lot is otherwise bounded and described as follows, to wit:

Lot Numbered 56 is bounded - Beginning at an iron pipe driven into the ground in the southwesterly sideline of said Fern Street at the northerly corner of Lot Number 72 as shown on said plan, thence running northwesterly along the southwesterly sideline of said Fern Street, seven and fifty five hundredths (7.55) feet to a corner; thence continuing northwesterly corner of said Fern Street, sixty two and forty five hundredths (62.45) feet to and iron pipe driven into the ground at the easterly corner of Lot Number 55; thence turning and running southwesterly along the southwesterly sideline of said Lot Number 55, one hundred and two tenths (100.2) feet to and iron pipe driven into the around in the northeasterly sideline of Lot Number 46 as shown on said plan; thence turning and running southeasterly partly along the northeasterly sideline of said Lot Number 46 and continuing in the same general southeasterly course along northeasterly sideline of Lot Number 47 as shown on said plan, in all a distance of ninety seven and forty five hundredths (97.45) feet to an iron pipe driven into the northwesterly sideline of a large lot shown on said plan and lying southeasterly of Lot Number 55 and lying southwesterly of said Lot Number 72, but not designated by number on said plan; thence running northeasterly partly along the northwesterly sideline of this unmarked lot and continuing in the same general northeasterly course along the northwesterly sideline of said Lot Number 72, in all a distance of one hundred and four tenths (100.4) feet to said Fern Street and the point of beginning, containing 8,207 square feet, more or less.

The above described premises are conveyed together with a right of way over Fern Street in common with others who have a similar right. The Grantees hereby agree to bear their share of the expense of maintenance of said Fern Street with those who are likewise

obligated. Said premises are conveyed subject to the following restrictions, vis: - that no building other than private garages and usual outbuildings shall be erected thereon to cost less than $2,500, nor shall any building be erected or maintained thereon nearer to any street, avenue or way than fifteen (15) feet.

TERMS OF SALE

The Property will be sold in its entirety and will require a deposit of $20,000 to bid.

The Property will be sold at auction beginning at 10:00 a.m. on June 10, 2025, at Molleur Law Office, 190 Main Street, Third Floor, Saco, Maine, 04072. All bidders will be required to make the deposit, in cash or certified U.S. funds made payable to BBR Investments LLC in order to register to bid (the “Deposit”), with the balance due and payable 21 days from the date of public auction.

The Property shall be sold to the highest bidder, who must leave the Deposit as a non-refundable down payment. Unsuccessful bidder's funds will be returned immediately after the auction.

All of the Property shall be sold “AS IS, WHERE IS, AND WITH ALL FAULTS.” BBR Investments LLC assumes that bidders have inspected the Property prior to the sale. The Property is offered for sale “AS IS, WHERE IS, AND WITH ALL FAULTS” unrepaired and without any express or implied warranties of any kind or nature.

BBR Investments LLC reserves the right, in its sole discretion, (i) to suspend, postpone, modify the terms of the sale, or any timing or order of sale of the Property or continue the sale to such subsequent date as it may deem necessary or desirable; (ii) to bid upon and purchase the Property; (iii) to reject any and all bids for the Property, for any reason; (iv) to accept contingent backup bids, without in any way limiting BBR Investments LLC’s right to retain the deposit of a non-closing or otherwise defaulting successful bidder; and (v) to amend the terms of sale set forth herein by announcement, written or oral, made before or during the foreclosure auction, with any such amendment being binding on all bidders.

The Property shall be sold subject to any outstanding real estate taxes assessed by and due and payable to Treasurer, State of Maine, and for real estate taxes due for the current year and any other unpaid assessments due to municipal or quasi-municipal corporations.

The balance of the purchase price will be due on or before the closing date. The closing will be held within 21 days of the auction of the Property.

Additional terms may also be announced at the time of the auction. BBR Investments LLC, the foreclosing mortgagee, and its assigns, reserve the right to bid without making the required deposit and, if BBR Investments LLC, or its assigns, is the high bidder, to pay for the Property with a credit against the debt owed to it.

For more information on the above-described Property contained in the legal description, legal and bidding details, as well as additional terms, contact Micah A. Smart, Esq., Murray, Plumb & Murray, 75 Pearl Street, Portland, ME 04101, (207) 699-0052.

DATED at Portland, Maine this 12th Day of May, 2025. BBR INVESTMENTS, LLC

By: /s/ Micah Smart

Micah A. Smart, Esq., Bar No. 5771

Murray, Plumb & Murray

P.O. Box 9785 Portland, ME 04104-5085

(207) 699-0052

Attorney for BBR Investments LLC

York County Community College, Wells, ME

The following students have been named to the All-Maine Academic Team in recognition of their outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and service: Nataleigh Blackman of Sanford, Pamela Meads of Kennebunk, Andrew Melendez of Berwick, and Christos Stathoplos of Moody. They will receive a $500 scholarship from

the Maine Community College Board of Trustees. The All-Maine Academic Team is a program of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges. Students are nominated and selected for the team by their college.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLANNING BOARD

Town of York, Maine

TIME: Thursday, June 12 at 7:00 P.M.

PLACE: York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York

The York Planning Board will conduct a Public Hearing regarding proposed zoning ordinance amendments as follows:

1. Article 7 Special Provisions (Open Space Conservation Subdivision Application)

2. Article 5 Dimensional Regulations

3. Article 6 Supplemental Use Requirements

4. Article 2 Definitions

5. Article 10 Workforce Affordable Housing Overlay District

6. Article 7 Special Provisions (Elderly Housing Standards)

Printed copies of the proposed amendments (draft document dated May 16, 2025) are available with the Town Clerk at the Town Hall, and digital copies are available on the Town’s Webpage, www. yorkmaine.org.

PUBLIC NOTICE: NOTICE OF INTENT TO FILE

Please take notice that William & Susan Sullivan, 303 Atlantic Avenue, Wells, ME 04090, are intending to file a Natural Resources Protection Act Coastal Sand Dune permit application with the Maine Department of Environmental Protection pursuant to the provisions of 38 M.R.S.A. §480-A thru 480-BB on or about May 30, 2025

This application is for the demolition and reconstruction of a single-family home located within a frontal and back sand dune system at the following location: 303 Atlantic Avenue, Wells, ME 04103 (Tax Map 128 Lot 123)

A request for a public hearing or a request that the Board of Environmental Protection assume jurisdiction over this application must be received by the Department in writing, no later than 20 days after the application is found by the Department to be complete and is accepted for processing. A public hearing may or may not be held at the discretion of the Commissioner or Board of Environmental Protection. Public comment on the application will be accepted throughout the processing of the application.

The application will be filed for public inspection at the Department of Environmental Protection’s office in Portland during normal working hours. A copy of the application may also be seen at the municipal offices in Wells, Maine. Written public comments may be sent to the regional office in Portland where the application is filed for public inspection: MDEP, Southern Maine Regional Office, 312 Canco Road, Portland, ME 04103.

Town of Eliot

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE

AUTHORITY: Eliot, Maine Planning Board

PLACE: Temporary Town Hall, 28 Levesque Dr., Unit 9 with Remote Videoconference Option

DATES: June 3, 2025

TIME: 6:00 PM

Notice is hereby given that the Planning Board of the Town of Eliot, Maine will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 6:00 PM for the following application:

• 76 Cedar Road (Map 71, Lot 25), PIO# 071-025-000, PB25-3: Residential Subdivision(5 lots). Applicant: David Springer (Applicant’s Representative: BH2M). Property Owner: David Springer.

Interested persons may be heard and written communication received regarding the application(s) this public hearing. Copies of the above information are on file and available for review in the Planning Office at Eliot Temporary Town Hall, 28 Levesque Dr., Unit 9, Eliot, ME 03903. The meeting agenda and information on how join the remote Zoom meeting will be posted on the web page at www.eliotme.gov/AgendaCenter. Temporary Town Hall is accessible for persons with disabilities.

NOTICE OF PROPOSED SUBDIVISION

Per Section 41-141 of the Eliot Town Code, notice is hereby given that the Town has received a preliminary plan application for the above-mentioned subdivision. The proposal is for a conventional subdivision consisting of five (5) residential lots and one (1) additional lot abutting Cedar Rd. that would remain open space. The parcel to be subdivided is 21.5 acres. The new lots would be between 3.0 and 4.2 acres. Each lot would be served by an individual well and septic system and would be accessed by its own driveway from a proposed new cul-de-sac street from Cedar Rd. A stormwater facility to manage stormwater runoff would be placed on Lot 1 near the open space lot.

The receipt date for the preliminary plan application is April 28, 2025, when the preliminary plan application package was submitted and review fees were paid.

People and Business Profiles

American Legion Auxiliary Honors Dedicated Member

NORTH BERWICK

The North Berwick American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 87 recently presented its 2024-2025 annual Member of the Year award to one of the most dedicated and enthusiastic members of the Unit for her outstanding contributions to the organization over the past year.

Since joining four years ago, Victoria Bradburn has exemplified the true spirit of volunteerism. With a consistently positive, can-do attitude, she quickly became an active and valued member of the Auxiliary.

“Whether it’s stepping up to help behind the scenes or standing shoulder to shoulder with our Legion members on the front lines of their fundraising efforts, she does it all with energy and heart,” said Auxiliary President Helga Rollins.

On Poppy Day, Victoria

proudly joins members of the Legion, of which her husband is a member, collecting donations from the community. Her commitment does not end there – she also has taken on the important role of resident cashier, managing the Petty Cash box in support of the Legion Treasurer when needed.

Rollins lauded Victoria’s behind the scenes support of the Auxiliary and the Legion.

“Beyond her financial duties, she has also been instrumental in shopping for food and supplies, always ensuring that events which this community enjoy so much such as the bean suppers and Memorial Day breakfasts run smoothly and successfully.” Rollins continued, “we are grateful for her continued service and are fortunate to have such a dedicated individual in our ranks. Her presence strengthens

our Unit and reminds us of the incredible impact one committed volunteer can make.”

For more information, email unit87nb@gmail.com.

Traip Student Shadows Senator Lawrence at State House

campus. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/calendar or 207-646-1555.

Wednesday, May 28

Technology Basics for Farmers

6-7 p.m., via Zoo m. For farmers just starting out with controlled environment agriculture or looking to enhance their existing setup. Session covers: types of greenhouse structures and materials; heating, cooling, ventilation options; basic environmental controls and automation; common challenges and low-cost solutions for small farms. FMI and to register: https://tinyurl. com/TechBasicsForFarmers.

Thursday May 29

AI for Small Business

1-3 p.m., online. AI exper ts Frank Kenny and Norma Davey show small business owners and their employees how to streamline processes and elevate business with artificial intelligence (AI). Sponsored by the KennebunkKennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce. FMI and to register: https://tinyurl.com/AI-S mallBusi ness.

Art Opening at Wells Reserve

5-7 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. The Wells Reserve gallery reopens for the season with “Awash,” featuring artist Suzanne Demeo’s watercolors of seaweed and the intertidal zone, plus marine debris sculptures by Baxter Academy students. On view through July 20. FMI: www. wellsreserve.org/calendar.

Friday, May 30

Potluck Supper, Security Talk 5:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 23 Pepperrell Rd., Kittery. Potluck and learn: “Security While Traveling” with speaker Brad Todd. Topics: lost/stolen devices/ docs, protecting electronics/data, internet security, safe payments, email safety, common scams, and home security while away. Bring a dish and join in the conversation! FMI: 207-439-0650.

Saturday, May 31

Old York Garden Club

Annual Plant Sale

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Grant House, 200 Rte. 1, York. Perenni-

AUGUSTA -

On Thursday, April 17, Senator Mark Lawrence of Eliot hosted Oliver Marple of Kittery, a senior at Traip Academy, at the Maine State House. Marple was Sen. Lawrence’s student shadow for the day, partaking in a reallife legislative learning experience.

“I was glad to welcome Oliver to the Maine State House and offer him a close up look into the role of a Maine state senator. He joined me for policy discus-

als, pollinator plants, grasses and shrubs. Proceeds support OYGC scholarships, Town of York civic beautification plantings, and community-wide outreach. FMI: www. oldyorkgardenclub.org/annualplant-sale.

Plant and Bake Sale

9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the North Berwick Mill Field, 11 Canal St., North Berwick. Sale to benefit the North Berwick Food Pantry. A donationbased event to help NBFP continue to feed friends and neighbors in need. FMI: 207-606-4581.

Berwick Public Library

Plant Sale

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Berwick Public Library, 103 Old Pine Hill Rd, Berwick. BPL seeks plant donations: perennials, annuals, herb and vegetable seedlings, house plants. Plants should be potted and labeled. No invasives – full list available at www.maine.gov. Drop off Friday, May 30, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., or give directly to volunteers on Saturday morning, 8-9 a.m. FMI: 207-698-5737.

ShredFest

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Nvest, 69 York

Rev. Dr. Patrick Gahan Officiates St. Peter’s for May and, June

CAPE NEDDICK -

St. Peter’s by the Sea Episcopal in Cape Neddick has announced the Rev. Dr. A. Patrick Gahan, recently retired rector of Christ Episcopal Church in San Antonio, TX, will officiate as preacher and celebrant for the Sunday services in May and June. Rev. Gahan and his wife, Kay, will be in residence at the rectory during their time at St. Peter’s.

Rev. Gahan graduated from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Belton, TX, in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science in education. He earned a Master of Divinity in 1984 from the Seminary of the Southwest in Austin, TX, and was ordained as a priest that same year.

Often referred to as Father Patrick, the reverend received a Doctorate of Ministry in 2001 from Seabury-Western Episcopal Seminary in Evanston, IL.

sions on my bills, sat in on committee meetings and observed session in the chamber. I hope it was a memorable and fulfilling experience for him,” said Sen. Lawrence. “As a Traip Academy graduate myself, I know personally how the school prepares their students for success. It was great to offer Oliver an additional learning opportunity and a chance to see his government in action.”

The Student Shadow Program provides an opportunity for

St., Kennebunk. Free shredding event open to the public. Service provided by Secure Shred Mobile Shredding, performed on premises. Breakfast, lunch provided by Betty’s Kitchen. FMI: www.planwithnvest.com or 207-985-8585.

WOSC Plant and Pie Sale

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells.Plants, pies crafts, items for sale. Rain or shine, inside venue backup plan. FMI: 207-646-7775.

Penny Sale

4 p.m. at St. Aspinquid Masonic Lodge, 101 Long Sands Rd., York. Over 130 prizes, including gift cards. 200 tickets: $10; Grand Prize tickets: 6 for $5. Drawings begin at 6 p.m. You do not need to be present to win! Kitchen will be open. Proceeds to benefit York High School classes of 2026, 2027 and 2028. FMI: kathyjlocke1957@ yahoo.com or 207-351-8602.

Baked Beans and Chop Suey 4:30-6 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 141 North St., Kennebunkport. Two types of homebaked beans, American chop suey, mac n’ cheese, hot dogs,

Rev. Gahan has written numerous pamphlets and books on faith, and on relationships with Jesus. He is delighted to be back in Maine at St. Peter’s. St. Peter’s by the Sea Episcopal is located at 535 Shore Road in Cape Neddick. For more information, visit www. st-peters-by-the-sea.org, or call 561-329-4300.

students from Senate District 35, selected by their school administrators, to visit the State House and learn what it is like to be a state senator. Students accompany Sen. Lawrence for the whole day, attending session, meetings and committee hearings.

Photo to the left: Oliver, in the Senate President’s Office, after ringing the bell to call the members of the Senate to the Chamber for session.

For more information, visit www.mainesenate.org.

rolls, cole slaw, homemade pie. Adults and children 12 and over: $10; children under 12: $5 FMI: 207-710-7060.

Masquerade Party Scholarship Fundraiser

5-9 p.m. at Sanctuary Arts, 117 Bolt Hill Rd., Eliot. Live music by Satigata, dancing and chanting, May pole, bonfire, pot luck, photo booth, face painting, festive masquerade costumes! Proceeds to benefit Sanctuary Arts scholarships and programs. FMI and tickets: www.sanctuaryarts.org.

Community Bonfire

6-9 p.m. at North Berwick Rec Department, 266 Lebanon Rd., North Berwick. Music, food truck, and fun! FMI: 207-676-3353.

Sunday, June 1

Bicycle Rodeo 1-3 p.m. at Horace Mitchell Primary School, 7 School Ln., Kittery Point. Kids’ bike safety event featuring helmet checks, basic maintenance, and a closed-course skills ride. Helmets and bikes required. Volunteers needed. Free. FMI: jgarnham@kitteryme.org or www.kitteryme.gov.

~ Sports & Outdoors ~

BA Lacrosse

BA vs. Mount St. Charles

On Monday, May 19, Berwick Academy Boys Lacrosse played Mount St. Charles, from Woonsocket, RI, in the semi-finals of the McCoy Cup. BA won 21-9. Mount ended their season with a record of 5-9, while BA is now 9-3. Berwick led throughout the day, with scoring distributed to many players: Ebbin Perkins with 5 goals, and 1 assist; Nate Fitch with 4 goals; Reed Kenney with 3 goals and 1 assist; and Cole Travaglini had a great day with 7 assists. Berwick Academy will play in the McCoy Cup finals on Wednesday, in Providence, RI. This championship is a rematch of last year’s McCoy Cup finals with BA against King School from Stamford, CT. Submitted by Coach Bill Clapp.

Berwick Academy

Baseball

May 19, (W) vs. Kents Hill, 10-1.

May 17, (L) vs. Pingree, 3-11.

May 14, (W) vs. Concord, 5-3.

Kennebunk High School

Baseball

May 16, (L) vs. Marshwood, 2-11.

May 15, (L) vs. Bonny Eagle, 1-4.

May 13, (W) vs. Westbrook, 13-3.

Softball

May 19, (W) vs. Falmouth, 17-0.

May 16, (W) vs. Biddeford, 12-6.

May 14, (W) vs. Massabesic, 8-7.

May 13, (W) vs. Bonny Eagle, 4-2.

Boys Lacrosse

May 16, (W) vs. Wells, 18-8. May 13, (W) vs. Bonny Eagle, 10-1.

Girls Lacrosse

May 19, (W) vs. Scarborough, 16-6.

Marshwood Grad Shines at Black & Gold Invitational

SMITHFIELD, RI -

Senior Kelvin Peterson of Eliot recently won the 100meter dash to lead the Wheaton College men’s track and field team at the Black & Gold Invitational, held at the Track and Turf Complex at Bryant University in Smithfield, RI.

Peterson clocked a time of 10.82 seconds – the sixth-fastest in school history – and won the event against a field of NCAA Division I, II, and III competitors.

First-year Gael Vera (Westminster, MA) placed eighth with a time of 11.08 seconds, and junior GJ Mualis (Taunton, MA) finished 16th with a mark of 11.35.

May 15, (W) vs. Marshwood, 13-7.

May 13, (W) vs. North Yarmouth, 16-2.

Marshwood High School

Baseball

May 16, (W) vs. Kennebunk, 11-2.

May 15, (W) vs. Falmouth, 1-0.

May 13, (W) vs. Windham, 10-0.

Softball

May 19, (L) vs. Westbrook, 4-11.

May 16, (L) vs. Gorham, 3-13.

May 14, (L) vs. Biddeford, 1-15.

May 13, (W) vs. Scarborough, 10-6.

Boys Lacrosse

May 17, (L) vs. Freeport, 7-13.

May 13, (L) vs. Cheverus, 8-13.

Girls Lacrosse

May 16, (W) vs. Portland, 17-7. May 15, (L) vs. Kennebunk, 7-13.

Noble High School

Baseball

May 17, (L) vs. Falmouth, 0-1.

May 15, (W) vs. Sanford, 5-2.

May 13, (W) vs. Portland, 4-0.

Softball

May 19, (L) vs. Bonny Eagle, 1-18.

May 16, (L) vs. Westbrook, 0-15.

May 14, (L) vs. Gorham, 2-18.

Boys Lacrosse

May 16, (W) vs. Westbrook, 9-2.

May 15, (W) vs. Traip, 13-11.

May 13, (L) vs. Thornton, 4-19.

Girls Lacrosse

May 16, (L) vs. Gorham, 6-17.

May 13, (L) vs. Waynﬂete, 3-15.

Traip Academy

Baseball

May 19, (L) vs. Old Orchard Beach, 3-14.

May 15, (L) vs. Waynﬂete, 2-15.

Boys Lacrosse

May 16, (L) vs. Biddeford, 0-5.

Rip Tides Edge Trade Winds by 2 Points to Earn Team Victory

SCARBOROUGH -

On May 14, two pairs of teammates won their respective flights in Seacoast Golf’s Individual Stableford Tournament at Nonesuch River Golf Club in Scarborough. “2023 Golfer of the Year” and the event’s Agamenticus medalist, Guy Paladino, (75-6 = 69) led the field of 43 golfers with 37 Stableford Points and finished in first place in the McClary Flight. Dan Carr (85-15 = 70) posted four birdies and an eagle on his way to winning the Foster Flight. Bauneg Beg Division medalist Ken Seus (80-7 = 73) earned 33 points to capture the Constitution Flight.

Dave DeBaie (91-17 = 74) scored at least one point on all but one

May 15, (L) vs. Noble, 11-13.

May 13, (L) vs. Wells, 6-16.

Girls Lacrosse

May 14, (W) vs. Sanford, 9-8.

Wells High School

Boys Lacrosse

May 16, (L) vs. Kennebunk, 8-18.

May 13, (W) vs. Traip, 16-6.

Girls Lacrosse

May 16, (W) vs. Waynﬂete, 7-5.

May 13, (L) vs. Gorham, 5-8.

York High School

Baseball

May 19, (W) vs. Fryeburg, 8-4.

May 16, (W) vs. Poland, 10-0.

May 14, (L) vs. Greely, 1-11.

Boys Lacrosse

May 16, (L) vs. South Portland, 7-12.

Scores from www.maxpreps.com.

hole, earned 32 points, and won the Stark Flight.

In the “All 10 Balls” Franchise Team Game, the Rip Tides, led by Steve Hodge’s 34 points, edged the Trade Winds 272-270. The win moved the Tides into second place, trailing the league-leading Winds by 3 points. While Seus maintained his lead atop the Bauneg Beg Division in the race for “2025 Golfer of the Year,” Currents’ teammates Paladino and Carr are now tied atop the Agamenticus Division individual standings.

In the Premium games, Carr won the most Canadian skins and finished T1 with Michael Martel in the Aggy Division “Tough 9” game. Seus and Rob Sheridan each won two skins, and Ed Peterson and Sheridan tied for first in the BB Division “Tough 9” competition.

The next Seacoast Golf event is at The Oaks in Somersworth, NH, on Wednesday, May 28. The format will be Stroke Play Four Ball consisting of two-man teams from the same Franchise Team.

~ Sports & Outdoors ~

CNCC Men’s Twilight League

CAPE NEDDICK -

The 2025 Cape Neddick Country Club (CNCC) Men’s Twilight League season opened with the traditional “Here We Go” Tournament on Tuesday, May 13. Sixty-two of the 98 league participants opted to play in the nine-hole Individual Stableford tournament. The golfers were separated into seven flights, named after highly-respected past members of the 65-year-old

league.

The seven golfers in the Joe Colwell Flight (long-time CNCC professional) played the par 36, 3434 yard back nine from the Black Tees. Michael Martel shot a 41, earned 19 Stableford points, and finished first in the flight. Peter Kuchinsky (42) and Kevin Doherty (39) each earned 17 points. The tie for second place was broken when Kuchinsky earned 1 more point on the

par 5 thirteenth hole than did Doherty.

Ten golfers from the Armand Davy Flight also played the back nine and teed it up from the 3279 yard White Tees. Nick Audet (41, 15 pts) finished first and three golfers (Dan Soule, Jr., Liam Burke, and Paul Tobin) tied for second with Soule grabbing the prize money as a result of his net par on the tenth hole.

Jory Feider topped nine other golfers to win the Rocky Galante Flight. Golfers in that

flight also played from the White Tees on the back none. Feider’s 44 and 15 points helped him edge second-place David Yarian (48, 14 pts). The remainder of the field competed in four flights on the par 34 front nine.

Twenty-six competed in three separate flights, playing from the 2488 yard White/Blue Combo Tees. Rob Sheridan (41, 19 pts) won the Marty Levine Flight. Ed McDonough (43, 16 pts) won the Tom McNeice Flight. Mike DePhilippo (36,

20 pts) won the Robert Boston Flight. Nate

pts), Steve Williams

and Joe Aeillo (46, 17 pts) finished in second place in those respective flights. In the newlynamed Keith O’Connor Flight, Bob Ackley (49) and Bill Sawyer (52) each earned 15 points, with Ackley prevailing for the win due to his net birdie on the par 5 third hole.

The twelve-week regular season four-ball matches began on Tuesday, May 20.

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