Ogunquit Pride Events Celebrate ‘Be Yourself and Be Proud’
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Ogunquit Pride will be on full display during LGBTQ Pride Month, kicking off with a series of special events scheduled June 1-7. This year’s theme, “Be Yourself and Be Proud,” will be reflected throughout the week’s events.
The first day of Pride Month, Monday, June 1, will be celebrated at MaineStreet Ogunquit, which will host a flagraising and community barbecue from 5 to 7 p.m.
Other Ogunquit entertainment venues will host drag shows, music, karaoke and LG
BTQ-themed films throughout the week.
The weekend kickoff takes place at a variety of businesses in Perkins Cove Friday afternoon, June 5, beginning with the un-
veiling of Meredith Reynells’ art exhibit “Love is Love” at Maine Art Collective, 119 Perkins Cove Rd., at 4 p.m. The exhibit honors the richness of diversity and inclusion within the LGBTQ com-
munity and beyond. Other activities in the Cove that evening include a Pride happy hour at M.C. Perkins Cove, a book signing at Perkins Cove Book Shop, and special sales at Perkins Cove
Music Fest Celebrates Waypoint Maine’s
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Waypoint Maine’s Music Fest hits the stage on Saturday, June 6, from 4 to 6 p.m., uniting music and mission in support of individuals with disabilities. Motor Booty Affair will headline the event, with Fugitive also performing. A rain date is scheduled for Sunday, June 7.
More than just an evening of great music, the festival is a celebration with a purpose, raising critical funds to support children and adults with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Proceeds from the event will benefit Waypoint Maine’s programs for children and adults.
Waypoint Maine, commonly referred to as “Waypoint,”
is a Sanford-based organization that provides programs and services for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Offerings include adult residential and day services, a therapeutic preschool and K-5 programs, and children’s and adult case management.
This year’s festival celebrates a major milestone: Waypoint’s 60 years of service to Maine communities. Waypoint provides a wide range of supports, including a special-purpose school, case management and clinical services, and safe living options such as shared
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Pottery Shop and Kiki’s. The Pride flag-raising celebration takes place Saturday, June 6, beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Veterans Park. The ceremony, emceed by Blake from Maine’s Coast 93.1, includes the flag raising, speakers and music, followed by a parade from Veterans Park to Dorothea Jacobs Grant Common. The parade will feature vintage cars, music by the Ideal Maine band and community members carrying the River of Pride flag.
living, group homes, and inhome supports.
The Music Fest will take place from 4 to 8 p.m. at Waypoint’s historic waterfront campus, located at 5 Dunaway
Enthusiasts
Get ready to rumble on Sunday, June 7 (rain date: Sunday, June 14) as Berwick’s 12th annual car show gets underway. On that day, 11 Sullivan Square is the place to be for car enthusiasts and visitors alike. Hosted by Charles S. Hatch Post #79 to benefit local veterans and their families, this popular family-oriented event features several hundred cars, trucks, motorcycles, and custom rides. Registration starts at 8 a.m. sharp, and the event runs until 2 p.m.
This year’s featured car is a 1965 Plymouth Barracuda, an iconic American pony car produced by Chrysler from 1964 to 1974, owned by Eric and Becky
are $25, while a Deluxe Ticket Package—including a t-shirt and koozie—is available for $40. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www. waypointmaine.org.
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Pilcher from Milton, NH. The Pilchers are the third owners of the show car, which sports a storm gray coat highlighted by a light blue stripe that pays tribute to the vehicle’s original color.
Stored in a barn for 16 years, the Barracuda was lovingly restored by its second owner, fulfilling a childhood dream that took seven years to complete. During the restoration, every piece of the vehicle was disassembled, but the owner was able to log only about 1,300 miles before he died. Now in the care of Eric and Becky, the Plymouth, with its distinctive wraparound rear glass, has traveled to over fifty car shows where it continues to pay tribute to the man who fulfilled his dream.
Throughout the day, Berwick Town Square will be alive with music courtesy of D.J. John Cox. The grills will be hot and ready to serve burgers, hot dogs, baked beans, breakfast
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Dr., Sanford. Attendees can enjoy food from local vendors and relax in the beer garden, sponsored by Shipyard Brewing Company and River Junction.
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York County Primary Elections Set for June 9
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Primary elections are scheduled for June 9, when Republican and Democratic voters will select party candidates for county, state, and federal offices. Winners will advance to the general election on Nov. 3.
Several York County government offices are on the ballot.
In York County Commission District 2, two Democrats are competing to replace Commissioner Richard Dutremble, who is not seeking another term after roughly 20 years in office. The candidates are Roch Angers, a Biddeford resident and former city councilor, and Doris Ortiz, who previously served on the
Biddeford City Council and now resides in Arundel. No Republicans are running in the district, which includes Arundel, Biddeford, Kennebunk, and Kennebunkport.
Two other York County Commission districts have single candidates in the primary. Republican incumbent Robert Andrews of Lebanon is seeking another term in District 1, which covers Acton, Berwick, Cornish, Lebanon, Limington, Newfield, North Berwick, Parsonsfield, Shapleigh, and South Berwick. Democrat incumbent Justin Chenette of Saco is unopposed in District 3, which includes Buxton, Hollis, Old Orchard Beach and Saco.
York County Sheriff William L. King Jr., a Democrat from Saco, is seeking a fourth
term and is unopposed in his party’s primary. David Corbett of Lyman is the only Republican candidate for sheriff in the primary. Dayton resident Brian Pellerin, who is unenrolled, has announced an independent bid for the Nov. 3 general election and has filed with the Maine Ethics Commission.
Democrat Katherine Slattery of Old Orchard Beach is the sole primary candidate for York County District Attorney. Slattery was first elected to the post in 2010 and is seeking another term.
Other county positions on the primary ballot include Democrat Bobby Mills of Biddeford for York County Treasurer. Wendy Caiazzo of Saco, who is unenrolled, is making an independent bid for York County Registrar of Deeds in the November election.
According to the Maine Secretary of State’s Office, nonparty candidates can gain access to the Nov. 3 general election ballot by submitting a specified number of nomination petition signatures to the Maine Secretary of State Elections Division by 5 p.m. June 1.
Article provided by Tammy Wells for York County Government.
Seacoast Printing & Awards of South Berwick. Participants who want to show their prized rides are encouraged to preregister at North Berwick Auto Center. For more information and to register, visit www.northberwickautocenter.com, www.berwickmelegionpost79.org or call 207-698-7400.
Free Beverage Training Session
Community Health at York Hospital, in partnership with Maine Liquor Licensing and Enforcement, will offer a free Responsible Beverage Service and Sales Training program for liquor licensees on Tuesday, June 9, at the Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Rd. RSVP deadline is Monday, June 1.
The state-approved training will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the library’s community room. A light lunch will be provided.
The program is open to all types of liquor licensees, including stores, bars, and restaurants. Participants who successfully complete training will be registered with the Maine Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages and Lottery Operations and receive a
certificate valid for three years. The first 25 establishments represented will also receive a free 2026 ID checking guide.
Training topics will include identifying minors and intoxicated customers, false ID detection, carding policies, the importance of written alcohol policies, and the effects of alcohol on the body. The session will be led by certified state instructors Sally Manninen of Community Health and Tim Roy, York County liquor inspector. To RSVP, email smanninen@yorkhospital.com. Participants are required to bring a valid driver’s license, passport, or official state identification card. For more information, email laura.cashell@yorkhospital.com.
Safe Haven Humane Society
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Alani was surrendered to Safe Haven with two, 6-monthold kittens who are in the process of being adopted.
Alani is a lovely Maine Coon–tabby mix. She is a year and a half old and has recently been weaned from her kittens. At-risk cats often grow up too quickly, and many never experience a true kittenhood because they can become mothers as early as 6 months of age.
Alani was stepped on when she was very young. She’s now recovered, but she did lose some of the peripheral vision in her left eye—but that hasn’t stopped her from enjoying every day to its fullest.
This lovely petite female enjoys being petted and played with. She would prefer to be an only kitty because she enjoys a clean litter box of her own.
Alani loves attention and is sure to blossom in a loving home. Maybe she’ll enjoy a second childhood, since she missed out on her first one.
It’s Alani’s time now! She’s finished her motherhood experi-
Safe Haven Humane Society 1420 & 1784 Post Road PO Box 91, Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-1611 / 216-9169 info@safehavenhumanesociety.org www.safehavenhumanesociety.org
Emma’s Angels
SOUTH BERWICKSweet Wobbles is looking for the perfect home. She has returned to Emma’s Angels after one of the rescue’s friends and volunteers passed away.
Wobbles was quickly adopted again, only to be returned when the other cat in the home was not happy with a new cat in the house.
Wobbles is a 3-year-old spayed tuxedo girl from Louisiana. She is a sweetheart who is good with other cats. She is looking for a quiet home to watch the birds from her cat tree.
To meet Wobbles, give Emma’s angels a call today.
Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer organization. The rescue is always seeking foster homes. Emma’s Angels provides food, treats, collars, and leashes; fosters provide the love. Call the number below for further details.
Emma’s Angels Rescue 30 Meeting House Road North Berwick, ME 03906 207-676-5599 cmonkiewicz123@gmail.com www.petfinder.com/member/ us/me/north-berwick/ emmas-angels-rescue-me151
ence and now and is ready to be someone’s special companion. Call Safe Haven today, or visit their website to schedule a meetand-greet.
Safe Haven has two matching gift campaigns currently running. The Critical Cat Care Drive matches donations up to $18,500. So far, the drive has raised raised $12,000.
A new matching gift fundraiser for Safe Haven’s Kitten Fund has been created, thanks to an anonymous donor’s $5,000 contribution. Why a kitten fund? The Kitten Fund supports care for more than 120 kittens, the current estimate of kittens that need to be rescued and brought in for care.
Safe Haven’s volunteer trappers are reaching out to rural communities to help residents overwhelmed with cats by assisting with spaying and neutering. The shelter accepts mother cats and kittens, as well as pregnant or
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Caleb’s Opus
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Senior dogs should not end up in shelters. Every once in a while, dogs come into rescue that settle so deeply into one’s heart that you can barely think about them without tearing up.
These sweet seniors are part of a heartbreaking rescue involving 26 dogs removed from a hoarding situation in the South. Twenty-six souls lived in conditions no dog should ever have to endure—neglected, overlooked, existing instead of living.
And somehow, through all of it, these two found comfort in each other.
They are not technically bonded, but after surviving what they have, they lean on one another. When the world around them became chaos, they were both familiar faces in the wake of fear. That matters.
Senior dogs in shelters are among the hardest things to witness, between the loud kennels and the constant stress. The confusion in their eyes when they realize they no longer have a home. They no longer under-
Caleb’s Opus Petfinder: https://me177.petfinder.com calebsopus@gmail.com www.calebsopus.org
Another Chance Animal Rescue
SANFORDSeveral months ago, a very frightened, lost kitten was brought to ACAR. For weeks she hid under a blanket in her cage and wanted nothing to do with the world. One of ACAR’s volunteers named her Dayle.
When she finally peeked out from under her blanket, volunteers saw a very sad, partially white-faced kitty who was brave enough to venture out just for food and water.
One volunteer took Dayle home to foster her, build her confidence, and help ease her fears of
Another Chance Animal Rescue 251 Route 4, Sanford 04073 41 Maine St, North Berwick 03906 (207) 850-1077 mycatrescue@icloud.com www.anotherchanceanimalrescue.org www.facebook.com/ anotherchancethriftshop
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What’s better than having one new best friend? Having two! My name is Champ, and I’m hoping to go home with my best friend, Jingles. We’re a bonded pair who have become experts at sticking together. Jingles is a little quieter than I am, but that’s okay—we balance each other out perfectly.
We’re looking for a home where we can live side-by-side, continue building our confidence, and enjoy life together. We’re two peas in a pod!
Some dogs just click, and that’s exactly what happened with us. We came to AWS together, and our bond has only grown stronger while we wait to find our new family. We rely on each other for comfort, routine, and confidence.
Jingles is timid at first, but I help him feel more comfortable when things seem unfamiliar. I’m usually the first to say hello,
the world around her.
After weeks of working with Dayle, the foster thought it might be helpful to bring a new kitten into the foster room to see if Dayle might find comfort and security with another feline in her presence.
Then, a little magic happened! Little Enoki, now 7 months old, totally fell in love with Dayle. At 10 months, Dayle was still a kitten herself, but quickly played the role of a mother cat. Little Enoki behaved as if she had found her long lost mother.
That is how this little love story began. Enoki and Dayle are now bonded soul mates. They chose each other because they knew it was meant to be.
Maybe, just maybe, they are meant to be with you.
Please call or text Judi, their foster mom at 207-651-1803 to learn more.
SAFE HAVEN HUMANE SOCIETY
Open 10am-2pm Weekdays, Saturdays by Appointment 1420 Post Road ( PO Box 91), Wells, ME 04090 • 207-646-1611 THRIFT/VINTAGE/ANTIQUE SHOP: Open 11am-4pm Daily 1784 Post Road, Wells • 207-216-9169 Help us pay our vet bills and other expenses! Thrift Store donations accepted
explore new places, and show him that new experiences aren’t so scary after all. In return, he keeps me grounded with his calm, gentle personality. We’ve become each other’s support system—watching a bonded pair build confidence together is something really special.
People sometimes think adopting two dogs means twice the work, but honestly, we make life easier. We keep each other company, help each other feel secure, and bring double the love to a home.
If you’ve ever considered adopting a bonded pair, we’d love the chance to show you just how rewarding it can be. Give our friends at AWS a call today!
www.animalwelfaresociety.org
stand where they are, and no longer know what comes next. Helping senior dogs has always been one of Caleb’s Opus’
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Maine Officials Launch Advisory Council on Data Centers
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The Maine Department of Energy Resources (DOER) and the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recently announced the launch of the Maine Data Center Advisory Council, established by Gov. Janet Mills via executive order. The council will hold a kickoff meeting June 3, with additional meetings scheduled throughout 2026 and a final report due to the governor and Legislature by Jan. 29, 2027.
The 17-member council, co-chaired by the commissioners of DOER and DEP, is charged with delivering policy recommendations on largescale data center development in Maine. The council’s work will focus on protecting ratepayers, maintaining electric grid reliability, minimizing environmental impacts, and enabling responsible economic development.
Members of the council represent state agencies, utilities, tribal nations, municipal government, environmental interests, labor, higher education, and the private sector to ensure a broad range of perspectives. The co-chairs may add additional experts to inform and support the council’s work as necessary.
“Through this Council, we will take a careful look at how large-scale data center de-
velopment could affect energy demand and costs for Maine people, as well as opportunities to mitigate potential impacts,” said co-chair Celina Cunningham, acting commissioner at Maine Department of Energy Resources.
“The Council will review Maine’s existing environmental regulations pertaining to largescale data center development to understand safeguards currently in place as well as opportunities to strengthen them. DEP is committed to ensuring this process gives those interests the serious attention they warrant, with opportunities for public input to shape recommendations,” said co-chair Melanie Loyzim, commissioner for Maine Department of Environmental Protection.
DOER is also directed in the executive order, in coordination with the Maine Public Utilities Commission, to identify and implement ways to protect ratepayers from energy cost increases attributable to data centers. DOER sent a letter to the commission to encourage it to initiate a proceeding to gather information on existing processes for large data centers.
Meetings of the Maine Data Center Advisory Council will be open to the public. The first meeting will be held Wednesday, June 3, from 9:30
UMS to Launch Shared AI Platform for Students, Staff
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The University of Maine System (UMS) is expanding its use of artificial intelligence with the adoption of a shared AI platform intended to support student learning, workforce preparation and administrative operations. The system has awarded its first enterprise-wide artificial intelligence platform contract to ChatGPT Edu, an education-focused version of the AI platform developed by OpenAI.
Under the two-year agreement beginning July 1, all UMS faculty members, staff members and matriculated students will have access to ChatGPT Edu, an artificial intelligence tool developed for higher education use. Use of the platform will be optional.
“Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how people
a.m. to noon via Zoom. For more information, email Tagwongo Obomsawin at tagwongo.obomsawin@maine. gov. To sign up for the Zoom link, visit https://tinyurl.com/ MaineDataCenterAdvisory Council.
work, learn, innovate and solve problems and how institutions operate across every sector,” said Chancellor Dannel Malloy. “Maine’s public universities have a responsibility to prepare students for a workforce where employers expect them to have the knowledge and skills to use these increasingly common tools. This strategic investment will help strengthen teaching and research … and improve efficiency in ways that ultimately benefit both Maine taxpayers and the affordability and quality of the University of Maine System for students and families.”
In September, a UMS artificial intelligence working group recommended making an AI platform available systemwide. A competitive request for proposals drew four qualified responses. ChatGPT Edu was selected over Google-based alternatives based on criteria including functionality, data protection, cost, education features and compatibility with the system’s existing information technology infrastructure.
Unlike free versions of ChatGPT, the systemwide platform will provide employees
and students at Maine’s public universities access to OpenAI’s advanced models, the ability to build custom GPTs for specific educational and operational uses and data privacy protections, including a provision that prompts and files will not be used to train OpenAI’s models.
The system will also offer professional development for more than 5,000 faculty and staff over the coming year, building on existing artificial intelligence programming delivered through its Maine Center. The program has trained employees across the state, including UMS staff, since launching in 2025. Education and training in artificial intelligence use will also be available for students.
The system is funding the first year of the $1.4 million, two-year contract with unbudgeted investment income. Some savings are expected from discontinuing individual subscriptions and licenses across UMS. Employees will continue to have access to technology and tools appropriate to their functions, consistent with available resources and existing policies.
Earlier this year, Arizona State University announced it would charge a new advanced technology fee to its students to cover related costs, including for AI tools.
Vice Chancellor Low said the UMS Board of Trustees will revisit funding for the second
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‘Resilience in Action’ Speaker Series Coming to Wells Public Library
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The Wells Reserve at Laudholm and the Friends of the Wells Public Library have announced a summer speaker series centered on climate resilience in action. The first event will be held Thursday, June 4, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Rd., Wells. The event is free to attend, and refreshments will be provided.
Heron Cove Chapel
Participants will learn how towns across Southern Maine are taking action to build resilience in their communities.
to increasing hazards.
A panel of community leaders and municipal officials from the area will discuss how they are using funding and support from the state’s Community Resilience Partnership to strengthen community resilience and adapt
too!
June 4 speakers include Jeff Brubaker, town planner, Eliot; Laurie Smith, town manager, Kennebunkport; Eric Labelle, public works, Kennebunkport; Jessica Brunacini, training and engagement director, Wells Reserve; and Liv Lenfestey, resilience training coordinator, Wells Reserve at Laudholm.
Each speaker will highlight a specific local project they are working on, including Eliot’s climate change vulnerability assessment and Kennebunkport’s flood mitigation designs, and will discuss how enrollment in the Community Resilience Partnership has helped make these projects possible. The program will also cover the background of the partnership, how it works, and what opportunities exist for Wells to benefit from it. The evening will conclude with an audience Q&A.
The Resilience in Action Speaker Series is a collaboration among the Wells Reserve’s Training and Engagement Program, Friends of the Wells Public Library, and Save Our Shores Maine. The next events in the series will be held July 23 and Aug. 25.
The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is Maine’s only National Estuarine Research Reserve and is open daily for science, education and public enjoyment. More than 50,000 people visit the reserve each year to explore seven miles of trails and learn about the importance of coastal ecosystems. It is funded by Laudholm Trust, a member-supported Maine nonprofit, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The Friends of the Wells Public Library was founded in 1979. Since becoming a 501(c)(3) organization in 2014, it has contributed more than $175,000 to the library. Its primary mission is to provide funding for library programs. Membership offers an opportunity to meet others who support the library.
For more information, visit www.wellsreserve.org or www. wellslibrary.org.
6/6: Greg Fitzsimmons Comedy
6/11: Atlantic Harmonies Youth Choirs Fundraiser
6/12: Rock This Town Orchestra Trio, Swingin’ thru the ‘50s & ‘60s
6/14: Jeff Pitchell & Texas Flood
6/19: Shades of Blues with Jon Butcher & Diane Blue 6/21: Bob Marley Comedy
6/26: Running On Jackson, The Premier Jackson Browne Tribute
7/3: Walter Parks & The Unlawful Assembly
7/11: Sean Chambers & The Savoy Brown Rhythm Section along with The James Montgomery Band
7/12: The Traveling Wilburys Revue
7/5: Steve Sweeney Comedy
7/10: Northern Cross, Tribute to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Donations to either fund may be mailed to Safe Haven, P.O. Box 91, Wells, ME 04090, or made online.
The thrift shop receives donations on Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m. Half of the donations must be carried to the third floor, where they are sorted and priced. Safe Haven is now without the college student team that previously assisted on Saturdays, as those volunteers have graduated and returned home.
Safe Haven is seeking several strong volunteers willing to help for two to three hours on Saturday
afternoons to carry donations to the third floor. It’s a good workout, and volunteers have noted it’s a great form of physical training! Those interested in volunteering can contact the shelter. Safe Haven also welcomes community service volunteers and families with adult children who would like to help.
Safe Haven no longer accepts large furniture, winter clothing, or Christmas items. The shelter currently accepts in-season clothing, linens, home décor, art, non-battery-operated toys, craft supplies, antiques, vintage items, and small home furnishings—as long as two people can easily carry them up the stairs. Thank you!
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Berwick Public Library
BPL Plant Sale
Saturday, May 30, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Proceeds to benefit Berwick Public Library. Raffl es! Plant donations accepted Thursday, May 28 and Friday, May 29, or given directly to volunteers on Saturday morning, 8:30-9:30 a.m. FMI: 207698-5737.
Chair Yoga
Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m., now until June 23. Space limited to 15 participants, registration required. Sponsored by Berwick For a Lifetime.
Genealogy Club
First Friday of every month, 1:303:30 p.m. The library has access to Ancestry.com and genealogy books. Volunteers are on hand to help. Upcoming: June 5.
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
Plant & Bake Sale
Saturday, May 30, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
All proceeds benefi t the library’s programs and services. Plant and baked goods donations welcome starting May 22.
Simpson Meadow Outreach
Monday, June 1 at 11 a.m.
Science Club
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Participants explore science through stories and hands-on experimentation. Starts June 4.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-676-2215 or visit www.da-hurd.lib.me.us.
Susan Forbes Metcalf, 86
YORK – Susan Forbes
Metcalf passed away Monday, September 22, 2025. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 20 at First Parish Cemetery, 180 York Street, York. Visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com for a full obituary and online condolences.
Douglas Earle Wood, 68
KENNEBUNK – Douglas Earle Wood, of Kennebunk, passed away peacefully in his home May 24, 2026, with his wife and son by his side, after a courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
Doug was born December 6, 1957, to Raymond and Marie
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Graves Memorial Library
On the Nightstand
Book Group
Saturday, June 6, 9:30 a.m. Participants bring in their current reads to discuss with the group.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.
Kennebunk Free Library
In Stitches
Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Masks required. Also meets on Zoom on the first Tuesday of every month. Upcoming Zoom: June 2.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-985-2173 or visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.
Ogunquit
Memorial Library
Garden Club
Friday, June 5, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-646-9024 or visit www.ogunquitlibrary.com.
Rice Public Library
150 Years at Sea:
The Oceanic Hotel
Wednesday, June 3 at 6 p.m. Historian Ann Beattie explores the fascinating history of the Oceanic Hotel on Star Island, one of New England’s last remaining Victorian-era resort hotels. Free.
Weekly Events
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Wood of Fryeburg. He attended Fryeburg Academy, where he was a dedicated athlete in baseball, football, and wrestling. When he wasn’t busy with sports, Doug cherished the company of his friends and family.
He graduated from the academy in 1977 and soon after met and married his wife, Andrea. They had one son together, Spenser.
Doug started his career as a Merchant Marine, working on
Call the library at 207-439-1553 or visit www.rice.lib.me.us.
South Berwick Public Library
Imagine Our Next Chapter:
A Community Conversation Tuesday, June 2 at 7 p.m., online. The library is imagining its next chapter, and the staff wants to hear from the public. Community conversations help library staff envision new ideas for the library. Light refreshments served during in-person meetings. Contact the library for Zoom link.
Virtual Author Talk:
Mary Savig
Wednesday, June 3 at 2 p.m., online. Smithsonian curator Mary Savig speaks on the history and significance of craft at state fairs— from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more! Contact the library for Zoom link.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-384-3308 or visit www.southberwicklibrary.org.
Wells Public Library
Fiction Book Club
Tuesday, June 2 at 6 p.m. This month: “Happiness Falls” by Angie Kim.
Tiny Art Show
The library is hosting a tiny art show for adults and teens! Register and pick up your canvas and paints now–June 15. June 15–30: bring in your masterpieces, the library displays them in July and August. Prizes! Registration required at kswejkoski@wellstown. org or 207-646-8181.
Weekly Events
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tugboats out of Texas. He later found his lifelong vocation in pest control, where he took pride in caring for his customers for 35 years.
Known for his jovial disposition and playful sense of humor, Doug was an avid gardener and bird watcher. If he wasn’t out tending his flowers and vegetables, you could find him feeding and admiring the local songbirds. He was a lifelong learner who enjoyed exploring his love of history and often had a surprising depth of knowledge at his fingertips.
While he took pleasure in his hobbies at home, he could always be coaxed out on an adventure with the promise of good food and drink.
Doug is survived by his wife, Andrea Wood, and their son, Spenser Wood; his brother, David Wood and his wife, Catherine; his three sisters, Debbie Larson and her husband, Char-
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The celebration continues at Grant Common with Picnic in the Park from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., featuring live music by Lee Ross and entertainment by DJ Don. In addition to music, attendees can visit LGBTQ vendors and allies offering programs, products and services,
For More Information
Call the library at 207-646-8181 or visit www.wellslibrary.org.
William Fogg Library
Food Drop Location
The library is now a food drop location for Footprints food bank. Donations of non-perishable items will be delivered to Footprints every two months.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-439-9437 or visit www.williamfogglibrary.org.
York Public Library
Author Talk: John Olszewski Saturday, May 30, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
True crime author John Olszewski discusses his body of work. Free, registration recommended.
Italian Conversation
First Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8 p.m. For those with intermediate to advanced conversational skills in Italian. Upcoming: June 2.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-363-2818 or visit www.yorkpubliclibrary.org.
lie, Diane Apgar and her husband, Stan, and Dayle Martin; sisters-in-law Gail Wood and Cathy Wood; and many loving nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Marie Wood; his brothers, Delph and Donald Wood; and his brotherin-law, Bill Martin.
and purchase lunch from participating food trucks. Additional events include Perkins Cove Kitchen’s Pride Dinner on Friday, June 5, from 4 to 9 p.m., Perkins Cove Kitchen’s Pride Brunch on Saturday, June 6, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and a Pride pool party at the Abalonia Inn on Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. Nikanos Mediterranean Bar & Grille will once again host its popular Drag Brunch on Sunday, June 7, starting at noon.
Businesses throughout Ogunquit will announce additional promotions, events, and fundraisers throughout the month.
New this year, the Ogunquit Rotary Club has reached out to area businesses, as well as Rotary members and nonmembers, to submit their Pride plans. The Ogunquit Rotary Pride Committee said the effort is meant to promote inclusion and celebrate the community.
Ogunquit Pride events are generously sponsored by Aland Realty, Backyard Coffeehouse, Bangor Savings Bank, Beach Bum Threads, Crew Ogunquit, Dunes on the Waterfront, Edward Jones/Jackie Pampinella, Kennebunk Savings Bank, MaineStreet Ogunquit, Nikanos, Ogunquit Playhouse, Ogunquit Rental Properties, Perkins Cove Bookshop, Sweet Pea’s Ice Cream, and Village Food Market.
For the most up-to-date schedule with full details, visit www.ogunquit.org/ogunquitpride.
The family will hold a visitation on Sunday, May 31, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with a service starting at 1 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home and Cremation, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg.
To make an online condolence, visit www.chandlerfunerals.com.
The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff at New England Cancer Specialists in Kennebunk for their excellent care and compassion. Doug will be forever missed. His laugh, kindness, and memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him. He will never be forgotten.
Town of Berwick
Berwick Walkers
Mondays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. at Evergreen Cemetery, Cemetery Rd., Berwick. The group aims to walk for at least thirty minutes. Each individual sets their own pace. FMI: berwickfal@gmail. com or 207-619-3519.
Town of Eliot
Absentee Ballots Available
Deadline to request an absentee ballot by telephone, or by written request is Thursday, June 4. The Town Clerk’s office, 1333 State Rd., will be holding extended hours for absentee voting and voter registration on Thursday, June 4, 5-7 p.m. Applications may also be requested online. FMI: 207-439-1817.
Towns of Kennebunk & Kennebunkport
Kennebunk Artisans
Marketplace
Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Waterhouse Center, 51 Main Street, Kennebunk. Featuring a rotating roster of area artists and artisans, bakers, farmers, fishermen, musicians, nonprofit organizations and more. FMI: www.kennebunkmaine. us/artisansmarketplace.
Town of Kittery
Absentee Ballots Available
Absentee ballots are now available to pick up at the The Kittery Customer Service Center & Clerk’s
Offi ce, 200 Rogers Rd. Last day to request: Thursday, June 4 at 6 p.m. Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 9, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. at the Kittery Community Center. FMI: www.kitteryme.gov/elections.
Invasive Plant Removal at Legion Pond
Monday, June 1 – Friday, June 12: Divers will remove invasive plants in Legion Pond using diver-assisted suction harvesting, or DASH, to
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target curly-leaf pondweed. Parking at the Legion Pond lot will be temporarily restricted for dive operations and equipment access. FMI: Public Works Department at 207-439-0333.
Town of North Berwick
Second Chance Closet
Mondays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the yurt next to Mary Hurd Academy, 77 High St., North Berwick. Free clothing, toys, books, shoes. Closet run by trained student volunteers. Donations of clothes, time, or cash accepted. FMI: rebecca.manning@ msad60.org or 207-676-2103.
Town of Ogunquit
Ogunquit Rotary Club
Food Drive
Now until May 31, to benefi t the Wells Food Pantry At St. Marys Church. Accepting canned goods, baking items (flour/sugar), diapers, and feminine hygiene products. Drop off sites: Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce, 20 Shore Rd., 207646-2939; Wells Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd, Wells, 207646-7775; and Ogunquit Police Department, 20 Cottage St., 207646-9361.
Town of South Berwick
South Berwick Democrats 6-7 p.m. on the fi rst Thursday of each month. The mission is to elect and support Democratic candidates. All area Democrats welcome. FMI and Zoom link: sobodemocrats@gmail.com. Upcoming: June 4.
Town of Wells
Absentee Ballots Available Absentee Ballots now available for the Tues., June 9 Annual Town Meeting & State Primary. Request by Thurs., June 4, during regular business hours (no special circumstances). Return by 8 p.m., Tues., June 9. FMI: www.well-
stown.org/m/newsflash?cat=11.
Town of York
Our Neighbors Food Pantry
154 Beech Ridge Rd., York. Offering food assistance to neighbors in need. Available 5 days a week, drive up or by appointment, weather permitting. Donations always welcome. FMI: 207-7527585.
York County
Free Tech Support
Southern Maine Energy Navigators offers free technical support to homeowners in Kennebunk, Kittery, Ogunquit, and Wells who are looking to make home energy upgrades. FMI: www.energynavigatorme.org or navigator@energynavigatorme.org.
Monthly Happenings
York County
Amateur Radio Club
First Sunday of the month, 2:45 p.m. at the Wells Town Offices, 208 Sanford Rd., Wells. 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. FMI: www.w1yca.org.
Upcoming: June 7.
Show Me The Money
Second and fourth Sunday of the month, 2-4 p.m. at York Elks Lodge #2788, 1704 Rte. 1, Cape Neddick. Doors open 1 p.m. Cash prizes, 50/50 raffle, Queen of Hearts drawings, pull-tab games, complimentary food at half-time. Open to the public. FMI: 207-3612788.
Men’s Group
First and third Monday of the month at the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells. A place for men to gather and talk about anything on their minds. The group also participates in social outings and fundraisers for the
community. For all ages. FMI: 978729-3098. Upcoming: June 1, 15.
Coffee with the Guys
First and third Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. at Dunkin’, 151 Harold L. Dow Hwy (Rte. 236), Eliot. Local men are invited to join in coffee and conversation. FMI: aipnedra@gmail.com. Upcoming: June 2, 16.
Kennebunk Amateur Radio Society
First and third Wednesdays of the month, 7 p.m. at The New School, 38 York St., Kennebunk. The New England Radio Discussion Society supports and promotes amateur (ham) radio. Topics include early and contemporary equipment, digital technology, internet integration, and making international contacts. Most meetings include a “tech talk” by members. FMI: 207985-2144. Upcoming: June 3, 17.
Wednesday Walks
First and third Wednesday of the month, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Docent and ranger Norma Fox leads a variety of walks designed to get outside and enjoy nature. For ages 12 and up. Free. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/ calendar, or 207-646-1555. Upcoming: June 3, 17.
Baked Bean, Chop Suey
Last Saturday of the month, 4:30-6 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 141 North St., Kennebunkport. Two types of home baked beans, American chop suey, mac-n-cheese, hot dogs, rolls, cole slaw, homemade pie. $12/person, $5/under 12. FMI: beachhikers@roadrunner.com or 207-967-3897. Upcoming: May 30.
Reiki Share
Monthly, 3:30-5 p.m. at Elevate Within, 266 York St., York. Par-
ticipants gather to elevate vibrations and create positive change through shared intention and Reiki. $15. 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: www.maineafg.org, 207-2841844, 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.
TOPS Weekly Meetings
Tuesdays, 5 p.m. at Bethel Christian Church, 129 Main St., North Berwick. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a nonprofit weight loss support group. FMI: 207475-6735.
Stay; Man to Man
Peer Support Group
Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Trailblazers, 102 Bills Ln., Wells. An open and affi rming environment for men to talk about issues on their minds. Discussions are lowkey, nonjudgemental, and peerled. Organized by Stay; For Life. Free. FMI: www.stayforlife.org or stayforlife2022@gmail.com.
GriefShare
Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. at York Bible Church, 61 York St., York. A 13-week faith-based support group designed to help participants find hope after the loss of a loved one. Runs until May 19. FMI and to register: www.griefshare.
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Weekly Recipe: Basic Vinaigrette, With Variations
It’s salad season! Below is an easy, basic, go-to vinaigrette recipe. Change up the flavors by choosing the vinegar that best suits the salad. The recipe yields 3/4 cup of dressing, enough for about six medium salads using two tablespoons per salad.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
3 Tbsp. Vinegar of choice (balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar)
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp. Maple syrup or honey
2 Medium cloves garlic, pressed or minced, or 1-2 tsp. garlic powder, to taste
1/4 tsp. fine sea salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
In a liquid measuring cup or bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Stir well with a small whisk or a fork until ingredients are completely blended.
solidifies somewhat in the fridge, don’t worry—real olive oil will do that. Let rest at room temperature fi ve to 10 minutes, or microwave briefl y, about 20 seconds, to liquify the olive oil again. Re-whisk and serve.
Balsamic vinegar: Makes a bold, slightly sweet dressing that works well on green salads with fruit, such as apples, strawberries or peaches.
Red wine vinegar: Works well with other bold flavors and bright vegetables, like tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber, cabbage, etc.—think Greek salads.
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Taste and adjust. If the dressing is too acidic, thin it out with a bit more olive oil, or balance the fl avors with a little more maple syrup or honey. If the mixture is bland, add another pinch or two of salt. If it doesn’t have enough zing, add vinegar by the teaspoon.
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for future use. Homemade vinaigrette keeps well seven to 10 days. If dressing
White wine vinegar: this is a more mellow vinegar and is especially nice with more delicate fl avors like cucumber and sweet corn. It works well with most green salads.
Greek/Italian variation: Use red wine vinegar. Add 1 to 2 tsp. dried oregano and, optionally, a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Recipe courtesy cookieandkate. com.
org/groups/261959, mace5@ maine.rr.com or 207-363-3965.
Moderate Exercise Classes
Wednesdays and Fridays, 9-10 a.m. at Dunaway Center Auditorium, 23 School St., Ogunquit. Emphasis on balance, strength, training, and laughter. No sign-up necessary. Free. FMI: 207-3618100.
GriefShare
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 130 Main St., South Berwick. Faith-based support group for those grieving the loss of a loved one. FMI and to register: https://find.griefshare. org/groups/286683.
Overeaters Anonymous
Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom, Call Susan at 207-752-3007 for link; 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.
Trailblazers Line Dancing
Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. at the Trailblazers, 102 Bills Ln., Wells. $5. FMI: 207-468-9747 or 207-4682588.
Community Supper
Thursdays, 4-5 p.m. at Mainspring: The Seacoast Service Collective, 22 Shapleigh Rd., Kittery. Free meals to the community every Thursday. FMI: 207-439-4673.
Friday, May 29
Sense of Wonder Walk
1-3 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm
SUMMER CLOTHES are arriving now. Lots of LARGER WOMEN’S CLOTHES!
White Tickets are 1/2 Price on Fridays & Saturdays
Wednesday-Saturday 10-4 Consignment/donations by appt: Monday-Tuesday 10-12:30
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Rd., Wells. Education Director
Suzanne Kahn leads a saunter through forest, fi eld, and marsh edges, taking intentional, quality time to connect with nature. $10/$8. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/calendar or 207-646-1555.
Saturday, May 30
Annual Plant Sale
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Kennebunkport, 141 North St. Tomato plants of different varieties, dahlias, perennial cultivars, lilacs, ferns. Perennials dug locally and repotted. FMI: 732-241-7151.
Eliot Garden Club Plant Sale
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Eliot Gazebo, State Rd. FMI: www.facebook. com/eliotmainegardenclub or eliotgardenclub@gmail.com.
Old York Garden Club
Annual Plant Sale
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Grant House, 200 Rte. 1, York. Herbaceous perennials, pollinator habitat plants, herbs, grasses and shrubs selected from OYGC members’ gardens. Experienced gardeners on hand to answer questions. Proceeds support OYGC education and outreach programs. FMI: www. oldyorkgardenclub.org/calendar.
Plant Sale
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Mill Field, Main St., North Berwick. Sales to benefit
North Berwick Food Pantry. FMI: 207-337-8598 or mainer777@aol. com.
Fundraising Breakfast
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Arundel Masonic Lodge, 10 North St., Kennebunkport. Fundraising breakfast to benefi t Caring Community Cuisine, sponsored by Arundel Lodge #76. Blueberry pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home
fries, toast, English muffi ns, fruit cups, coffee, juice. Caring Community Cuisine assists families coping with a cancer diagnosis by delivering specially prepared meals based on the nutritional needs of the individual. $10. FMI: vennelllm@gmail.com.
Republican Candidates Meet & Greet
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Wells Activity
Center, 113 Sanford Rd. Surprise nationally-known speakers TBA. Refreshments served. FMI: nford@ wellsgop.com or 207-468-2395.
Plant and Pie Sale Fundraiser
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Wells-Ogunquit Center, 200 Post Rd., Wells. Plants, pies, crafts, items for sale. FMI: 207-646-7775 or 207-468-
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BUDGET REVIEW
I grew up in Ogunquit, went to OVS, worked in a family business, ran a parking lot at age 17 for several years which paid for college and graduate school. For 40 years I worked in NYC as a photographer, filmmaker, and lawyer. I continued to visit Ogunquit frequently and became a resident again in 2021. My work includes:
- Conservation Commissioner, Chair of Conservation Commission
- Age Friendly Committee member, Sustainability Committee member
- President of the Ogunquit Memorial Library Board of Trustees since 2021
- Instrumental in having undeveloped land (24 acres) near the center of town donated for conservation in perpetuity
- Spearheaded The Boston Land acquisition (163 acres) through a petition prompting the Select Board to put the issue on the ballot for voters
- Legal work in Elder Law, The Innocence Project, Healthcare
- Member of the New York State Bar Association and the Maine State Bar Association
As a child, an adult said I asked too many questions and that “curiosity killed the cat”. My dad said go tell them “satisfaction brought it back”. And so I have remained curious and inquisitive which served me well in pursuit of my education and work.
If elected to the BRC, I will analyze budget requests and ask relevant questions. Price is what you pay, value is what you receive. Please help us get the best value for our tax dollars by voting for me for Budget Review Committee.
KENNEBUNKThe Speers Gallery at the Kennebunk Free Library presents “Tree Stories” by Cathryn
Falwell. The exhibit will run June 2-29, with a reception on Saturday, June 6, from 1 to 3 p.m. All are welcome.
Falwell worked in printmaking for many years before pursuing her dream of making children’s picture books. She has written and illustrated more than two dozen books and received numerous awards, including the Katahdin Award for Life‘Tree
Falwell’s exhibit features a collection of large-scale drawings inspired by walks in the Maine woods and along the lakeshore near her home in Auburn. She will also show selected illustrations from her children’s picture book, “David’s Drawing.” She works in charcoal, relief printmaking, and cut-paper collage.
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Choral Spring Concerts at YHS
The York High School Music Program will present its two annual choral spring concerts Monday, June 1 and Friday, June 5. The concerts will be held at the York Community Auditorium, 1 Robert Stevens Dr., and will begin at 7:30 p.m.
Under the direction of Rob Westerberg, with accompanist Deborah Clough, the program
will feature performances by the Honors Treble Choir, Chorus, and Chamber Singers. The concert will include a varied selection of choral literature showcasing students’ academic skills developed over the course of the semester.
There is no admission fee, and doors will open at 7 p.m. for more information, call 207-3633621.
The Little Bull Announces Retirement
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After nearly four decades of curating Native American jewelry, art, and culture, The Little Bull will close its doors at the end of the 2026 season. Founded in 1988, the shop has become a coastal Maine destination, known for its dedication to authentic Native art and strong cultural connection to the New England Native community.
Michelle and Ed Bullock, along with the team at The Little Bull, express their deep gratitude to the people of York and its visitors who have supported the shop. They are thankful for the relationships they’ve built and the artists they’ve worked with over the decades—a true privilege representing Native American jewelry and art in Maine.
Over the years, The Little Bull has played a vital role in supporting and promoting cultural awareness and appreciation in the area. The shop has organized over 25 powwows in
York, drawing thousands of attendees and creating meaningful opportunities for cultural exchange. The store has regularly hosted Native artists—basket makers, pipe carvers, silversmiths, painters, flute makers, bead workers—offering customers a chance to meet artists while viewing their work.
The Little Bull’s story is part of a larger family tradition. It continues the legacy of the Bullock family business, The Wandering Bull, which is now
operated by Ed’s brother and sister-in-law, Chris and Carolyn Bullock, in Washington, NH. Another of Ed’s brothers, Andy Bullock, is the director of the Mount Kearsarge Indian Museum in Warner, NH. All five siblings are lifelong, accomplished artists.
The Little Bull is excited to share upcoming events for the 2026 season, including a gallery show featuring David Rosales, June 6-7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and a retirement sale running throughout the summer, with discounts increasing as the season progresses. Operating hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through mid-June and 10
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a.m. to 9 p.m. daily during the summer season. While the storefront chapter is ending, Ed will continue his work as a silversmith, creating custom jewelry and connecting with what makes the store special: the people.
Ed shares a prayer from his father, Whirling Thunder:
“May the Great Spirit write happiness in your heart, and may the rainbow always touch upon your shoulder.”
The Little Bull is located at 16 Railroad Ave, York Beach. For more information, visit www.thelittlebull.com, call 207752-4902, or find them on social media.
time Achievement presented by the Maine Library Association in 2015. Her current work is a celebration of trees and the natural environment, and she hopes it invites viewers to take a walk, enjoy the wonders of nature, and perhaps make drawings of their own.
The Kennebunk Free Library is excited to showcase the work of the illustrator.
The Speers Gallery is located at 112 Main St., Kennebunk. For more information, visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.
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Kittery Community Market Opens 2026 Season
through Nov. 22 at 10 Shapleigh Rd., Kittery. Kittery Community
Market shares a parking lot with Blue Mermaid and Tributary Brewing Co., who often contribute to special events.
Each week, shoppers can expect 35 to 40 vendors, with a rotating mix of more than 70 local farms, food producers, makers, and small businesses. Full-time vendors combined with a changing weekly lineup of part-time vendors give visitors a fresh experience every Sunday.
The 2026 season will feature vendors offering fresh produce, flowers, seedlings, plants, meat, seafood, eggs, baked goods, prepared foods, artisan goods, soap and skincare products, refillables, gluten-free and vegan options, food demonstrations, and more.
In addition to weekly shopping, the market will also feature live local music, kids’ activities throughout the season, and special events that bring added energy to the market. August will
once again be Kids’ Month, with extra activities and special guests planned each week.
“Kittery Community Market has become so much more than a place to shop,” said manager Dot Avery. “It’s a Sunday gathering place where people can support local farmers and small businesses, listen to great music, bring their kids, meet their neighbors, and feel connected to the community around them.”
The market continues its commitment to food access and family-friendly programming. Kittery Community Market accepts SNAP/EBT and offers incentive programs designed to help more families enjoy healthy, local food. The Kids’ Power of Produce program gives each child who attends the market a $3 voucher to spend on produce each week, encouraging children to explore fresh fruits and vegetables while
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HNE Hosts Open Houses
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On Saturday, June 6, all 38 properties belonging Historic New England will be free and open to the public. Area history buffs are invited to join Historic New England for a fun day of storytelling and history.
Within the 12 miles between South Berwick and Portsmouth, NH, six Historic New England sites offer distinct architecture, impeccably maintained landscapes, and stories about the buildings and the families that occupied them.
Two houses in South Berwick will be open for tours. The Sarah Orne Jewett House, 5 Portland St., reflects the life, work, and independence of Sarah Orne Jewett, who created a life of artistic and personal freedom in Victorian America. The Hamilton House, 40 Vaughans Ln., features original, whimsical murals and antique furnishings. Its elaborate perennial garden and charming garden cottage offer visitors a place overlooking the river to stroll and picnic.
In York, the parlor at the Sayward-Wheeler House, 9 Barrell Ln. Ext., still contains furniture and portraits that were in place on the eve of the American Revolution. It is considered one of the best-preserved colonial interiors in the nation. For more information, call 207-384-2454.
Four houses on New Hampshire’s Seacoast will be open to the public, offering visitors a rare opportunity to explore centuries of local history within a short drive. Gilman Garrison House in Exeter stands as a monument to local history, preserving stories
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‘Love
is Love’ Art Exhibit at Maine Art Collective Gallery
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The Maine Art Collective Gallery, in collaboration with the Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce, is hosting a vibrant celebration Friday, June 5, from 4 to 6 p.m. as part of Pride Month. “Love is Love” features original work from Maine Art Collective Gallery, TaleSpinStudio, Gallery 11, and the Ogunquit Photography Gallery. The show celebrates the diversity and inclusivity of the LGBTQ community.
The gallery holds a strong belief that love knows no boundaries and values the unique contributions of every individual. The Maine Art Collective Gal-
lery is designed to be an inviting environment where creativity thrives, promoting open expression and a culture of acceptance.
The Maine Art Collective’s mission is to create spaces and opportunities for artists to show and sell their work. It is run by artists in a collective model. Artists keep the majority of their profits, allowing the collective to offer affordable art to the public.
The show takes place at 119 Harbor Ln. in Ogunquit. Maine Art Collective also maintains gallery spaces in Portland at 157 Middle St. and 9 Moulton St. For more information, visit www.maineartcollective.com.
June
OPA Celebrates 30 Years at Barn Gallery
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A Concert Extraordinaire is planned in celebration of Ogunquit Performing Arts’ 30th Annual Chamber Music Festival, featuring an eight-member ensemble of piano and strings, as well as the premiere performance of a newly transcribed overture by Rossini. The event takes place at the Barn Gallery, 3 Hartwig Ln., Ogunquit.
In recent years, the festival has featured an ongoing part-
nership with Boston Chamber Music, which each year assembles a special trio or quartet for the Ogunquit concerts, created exclusively for Ogunquit Performing Arts.
Pianist and ensemble leader Randall Hodgkinson has brought together eight musicians for this year’s concert. Players include Mark Berger, viola; Omar Chen Guey, violin; Alice Hallstrom, violin; Randall Hodgkinson, piano; Nicholas Johnson, cello;
David Russell, cello; Peter Sulski, viola; and Nathan Varga, bass.
The program will include the premiere of the overture to Rossini’s opera “Semiramide,” transcribed by Hodgkinson especially for this occasion and presented here in its first arrangement for this instrumentation.
Also featured will be Mozart’s “Piano Concerto in A major, K. 488,” and Brahms’ “String Sextet No. 1 in B-flat major, Op. 18.”
A wine reception to meet the artists follows the concert. Free parking is available at the Barn Gallery, with overflow parking available. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Cash or check only. Tickets are also available online at www.ogunquitper-
formingsarts.org. They may also be purchased at Ogunquit Town Hall, 31 School St.; Cricket’s Corner, 41 Shore Road; or the Ogunquit Welcome Center, 20 Shore Rd. For more information, visit www.ogunquitperformingarts. org.
Coastal Birds Program at KFL
KENNEBUNKEach spring, migratory shorebirds such as piping plovers, least terns, and American oystercatchers migrate to Maine’s shores to nest and raise their young. On Thursday, June 4, at 2 p.m., Maine Audubon will present at the Kennebunk Free Library on these birds, their habitats, behaviors, and conservation efforts to protect them for future generations. The presentation will include time for Q&A, along with take-
home materials to learn more about endangered and migratory shorebirds.
Kevin Mullan, outreach coordinator for the Coastal Birds Project at Maine Audubon, is a former park ranger who spent time monitoring and protecting piping plover and least tern habitats on beaches in southern Maine. He now works on the Coastal Birds Project to protect endangered piping plo-
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YPL to Host Program on Bird Migration and Banding
YORKEach spring, more than five billion birds migrate to North American breeding grounds in one of nature’s most extraordinary annual phenomena. On Monday, June 1, at 5 p.m., Maine Master Naturalist Frank Dehler will present a free public program at York Public Library exploring bird migration, banding research and the ecology of songbirds.
Drawing on more than 25 years of experience banding birds with Mass Audubon, Dehler will explain how migratory banding
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vers and least terns and to educate the public about these rare birds.
The program is free and wheelchair accessible. The Kennebunk Free Library is located at 112 Main St., Kennebunk.
For more information, visit www.kennebunklibrary.org, email kfl@kennebunklibrary. org or call call 207-985-2173.
stations operate and why the data they collect is essential to understanding the timing and behavior of songbird migration. His presentation will examine how migration timing differs among species, how climate change may be affecting migratory patterns, and what researchers can learn from bird banding about longevity, navigation and how young birds acquire migratory behaviors.
The program will focus particularly on wood warblers, a diverse family of migratory songbirds often cited as a classic example of evolutionary adaptive radiation. Participants will sharpen their identification skills while gaining a deeper appreciation for these colorful and resilient birds that travel thousands of miles each year.
Dehler, a longtime birder and educator, is a Maine Master Naturalist and experienced field naturalist who has led birding programs and migration walks throughout southern Maine, including at Mount Agamenticus.
The program offers participants an opportunity to better understand not only the wonder of migration, but also the scientific work that helps protect birds and
their habitats. The program is free and open to the public, and advance registration is required.
York Public Library is lo-
cated at 15 Long Sands Rd., York. For more information and to register, visit www.yorkpubliclibrary.org/calendar or call 207363-2818.
9747.
Spring Craft and Vendor Fair 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at North Berwick Community Center, 254 Lebanon Rd. Sponsored by North Berwick Rec. Dept. FMI: www. facebook.com/northberwickrecdept or 207-676-3206.
American Legion Riders 3rd Annual Benefit Yard Sale 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Hall’s Auto Center, 75 School St., Berwick. No early birds. FMI and vendor information: 603-866-7900.
Chicken Pot Pie Dinner 4 -5:30 p.m at First Congregational Church of Eliot, 1361 State Rd. Chicken pot pie and homemade cake. Eat in or take out. $15. Proceeds help fund the church’s missions. FMI: firstchurcheliot@gmail. com or 207-439-1105.
Designer Bag Bingo
Doors open 5 p.m., games begin 6 p.m. at Spaulding Center, 175 Port Rd. A fun evening of Bingo, with a chance to win a designer bag! Raffl es, 50/50, door prizes, cupcake and candy bar. $50. FMI and tickets: www.seniorcenterkennebunk.org or 207-967-8514.
New England Country Dance
6:30-8:30 p.m. (doors open 6 p.m.) at First Congregational Church of Kittery Point, 23 Pepperrell Rd. Live music by The Black Cat Quadrille with caller Sarah Mason. All levels welcome. Refreshments and bake sale fundraiser. $20 adults, $15 students. Limited tickets may be available at the door. FMI: www.kitterypointucc.org/country-dance.
Sunday May 31
Candidate Meet & Greet Cookout
2-5 p.m. at Trailblazers, 102 Bills Ln, Wells. Hosted by Caleb Chase HD 145, J.R. Fallon SD 34, Kathleen Chase, and Rep. Bob Foley. FMI: 207-468-9747.
Monday, June 1
Responsible Beverage Service & Sales Training Registration
Deadline
A free state-approved training for liquor licensees, held 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 9, at the Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Rd. Light lunch provided. Participants who successfully complete training receive state registration and a certifi cate good fro 3 years. First 25 establishments attending receive a free 2026 ID checking guide. Led by certifi ed state instructors Sally Manninen of Community Health and York County Liquor Inspector Tim Roy. RSVP: smanninen@yorkhospital.com. Bring a valid driver’s license, passport or official state ID. Sponsored by Community Health at York Hospital and Maine Liquor Licensing and Enforcement.
Wednesday, June 3
Gateway Golf Tournament
8:30 a.m. at Cape Neddick Country Club, 650 Shore Rd., Cape Neddick. Annual golf tournament is a premier networking opportunity to connect with fellow business leaders and community members. Cash and prizes, raffles, Continental breakfast, BBQ lunch, awards. Sponsored by Estes Oil and Cliff House Maine. $125/player. FMI: www.gatewaygolfofmaine.org or 207-363-4422.
Friday, June 5
“Sunsational” Fashion Show Fundraiser
~ Home & Business Services ~
~ Kudos ~
Traip Academy Third Quarter Honor Roll YAE Honors Graduating Students
Seniors
High Honors
Marie Bicu, Lucy Fullerton, Mackenzie Mason, Lillian Preston, Hannah Rowan.
Honors
Elise Abbott, Lydia Anderson, Zakoi Arsenault, Lucia Bolanos, Avery Bouffard, Hayden Bouffard, Ethan Burke, Jack Byron, Owen Campbell, Sadie Catalogna, Riley Chase, Tyzo Diallo, Keira Durgin, Keele Ford, Noelle French, Jonathan Wyatt Gordon, Cora Greenwood, Nola Jackson, Lucila Jimenez Lopez, Maximus Jordan, Jack Kern, Layla Kerr, Noah Matthews, Nancy Mauricio Jimenez, Marilia Suri Mauricio Lopez, Beoaodh McEllin, Katherine Meyers, Zedric Nipas, Susana Cecilia Niz Garcia, Abigail Painchaud, Ryan Tate Peterson, David Plaisted, Rowan Rhodes, Tristan Roehrig, Madelyn Rohan, Madelyn Rondeau, Aidia Royer, Everett Sawicki, Ellie Sears, Olivia Sillsby, Blake Simpson-Shepard, Guillermo Soto Marroquin, Terrence Swiger III, Xuka Tran, Eden Varney.
Commendations
Grace Kenney, Lileigh Nadeau. Juniors
High Honors
Ovidio Kern, Remick Matty.
Honors
Jackson Bertrand, Nataly Briones Ibarra, Greta Butler, Marielle Christiansen, Emma Clark, Nevaeh Clark, Elizabeth Cyr, Dylan D’Auteuil, Elyse D’Auteuil, Alexis Daigle, Rose Dembele, Madison Evans, Rorie Ford, Caylee Goodwin, Madeline Guay, Mason Irwin, Kate Jaca, Aubrey Jackson, Shea Johnson, Samantha Latchaw, Harper Malmquist, Lucas Marcy, Daisy McNally, Nancy Paola Niz Garcia, Madison Nunez, Berkeley Pearson, Gideon Quartararo, Jheidelys Rivera-Tavarez, Phebe Schroeck, Ryanne Semple, Hunter Tapley, Lillian Thompson, Aniya Venson, Sean Webster, Nathan Wilcox.
Commendations
Adrian Cunningham, Emarie Falzone, Adante Lee, Marlee Mickle.
Sophomores
High Honors
Ian Deichler, Jacqueline Diallo, Charlie Greenwood, Skye Kawasaki, EA Vargas.
Honors
Samuel Abbott, Raegan Allison, Kalel Ancheta, Gabriella Balazs, Sean Beaudoin, Owen Burke, Eben Camarato, Dominic Cameron, Peter Canty, Kyleigh Durgin, Adeline Economou, Rigney Fifi eld, Riley Folkers, Tierney Ford, Cameron Fraser, Dylan Gelestino, Cecilia Greene, Keira Hagen, Camden Johnson, Marilyn Kliger, Emily Krumsiek, Loudan Lang, Mathew Long, Ella McCoy, Braylin Miller, Lillyann Mohanty, Abbigail Preston, James Karl Rhodes, Iris Richard, Hippolyte Simon, Nathaniel St. Louis, Timothy Theriault, Dean Trainer, Norah Walsh, Orion White, Carter Wiles.
Commendations
Maxwell Ford, Misty Mathison.
Freshmen
High Honors
Lucy Gingras, Evelyn Leland, Trevor Straka.
Honors
Bryan Berthiaume, Trent Blaisdell,
YORKYork Adult and Community Education will hold its annual graduation and awards ceremony Thursday, June 4, at 6 p.m. at the York Community Auditorium, 1 Robert Stevens Dr.
The event will celebrate student learning, perseverance and community, honoring participants from a range of programs and backgrounds. Graduates and
Lyla Blethen, Brennan Burrer, Ayla Burrowbridge, Kendall Carter, Stella Caruso, Charles Coraccio, John Despres, Maeve Dowling, Daniel Fullerton, Lily Gilman, Caroline Guay, Sam Henry, Sophie Keefe, Emma Lemont, Trent Lizotte, Cayden Marcotte, Kenneth McKenney, Gabriel Mosqueda, Liam Murray, Makayla Pennington, Landon Phillips, Kyle Quigley, Abigail Saint, Cooper Shaclumis, Mayumi Sours, Cameron Wells.
award recipients include adult high school diploma students, HiSET graduates, English language learners, certified nursing assistant students, workforce and career training students, and members of the Collaborative Learning and Social Skills (CLASS) program, which supports adults building communication, confidence, and social connection.
Students represent a wide range of ages and life experiences, with many balancing work, family responsibilities, language barriers, and other challenges while pursuing their educational goals.
The ceremony will feature student speakers, awards, scholarships and recognition of achievements throughout the year.
The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.maineadulted.org/location/york-adult-education or call 207-363-7922.
FINANCE & CAREER
ELIOT -
The Marshwood Education Foundation awarded two spring cycle grants to Eliot Elementary School. Marshwood Education Foundation members recently visited classrooms to share the news with students and staff. Below are descriptions of the two grants:
From Classroom to Nature: Building Teacher Capacity for Outdoor Learning
This grant provides support for building foundational capacity for outdoor learning at Eliot Elementary School through an outdoor education consultancy with Anne Stires, M.Ed., founder and education director of the Juniper Hill School for Place-Based
The initiative will begin with the kindergarten team and gradually extend to the broader school community. Funds from the grant will allow Eliot Elementary to establish an intentional and sustainable nature-based learning model that will enrich student learning and strengthen their connection to the world around them.
Trolley Back in Time
“Trolley Back in Time” is a program for all students at Eliot Elementary School. The initiative will highlight the electric trolley system that once ran through Eliot and the landmarks along its route. Students in prekindergarten through first grade will explore the concept of the trolley through age-appropriate literature and hands-on activities. Secondand third-grade students will take part in a “day of riding the trolley,” traveling from place to place to locate historical sites and build an understanding of local history in their community.
For more information, visit www.rsu35.org.
~ Dining ~
756 York Street, York Harbor • 207-351-1100 www.LobsterCoveRestaurant.com
...AI from page 6
year of the contract during the fiscal year 2028 budget process. Any new student fee or charge would be subject to a public review process involving faculty, staff and students.
The University of Maine System has expanded its use of artificial intelligence in recent years. Last fall, The Chronicle of Higher Education reported on the system and Vice Chancellor Low’s use of AI in university operations, including areas such as market analysis, budgeting, and decision-making. The University of Maine’s flagship campus also recently launched UMaine AI, an initiative focused on artificial intelligence research, education and applications across disciplines, including computing and information sciences, engineering, health and life sciences, business, education and social sciences, in partnership with industry, government and community organizations. For more information, visit ai.maine.edu.
Statewide Blood Drive Honors Maine First Responders
STATEWIDE
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The American Red Cross is partnering with communities across Maine for a statewide virtual blood drive in honor
of first responders. Residents are encouraged to donate blood and platelets to support emergency preparedness efforts. The “Maine Stands Together”
Yi Spa in York
Blood Link campaign runs now through June 26.
Eligible donors can register to schedule an appointment at a location convenient to them. York County locations and dates are listed below. Platelet and plasma donations are available only at Red Cross Blood Donation Centers in Portland and Auburn.
Bring relief to your body while you relax, re-adjust, and rejuvenate.
647 U.S. Route 1, Suite 201, York, ME 03909
1 Huntington Common Dr, Kennebunk, ME 04043
The campaign follows an outpouring of support from communities across Maine and highlights the ongoing need for blood donations during emergencies. Recent events in Searsmont underscored the importance of maintaining an adequate blood supply before disasters occur.
The drive coincides with Trauma Awareness Month. According to the National Trauma Institute, trauma cases account
for approximately 41 million emergency department visits and more than 2 million hospital admissions nationwide each year.
Type O negative red blood cells and type AB plasma are especially critical in emergencies because they can be transfused regardless of a patient’s blood type.
for a chance to win one of two $7,500 gift cards.
Red blood cells help replace blood lost during trauma, while plasma helps maintain blood pressure and provides proteins necessary for clotting and immunity. Platelets help the body form clots and are often needed for patients with traumatic injuries, burns, cancer, and chronic diseases.
Donors are encouraged to complete a RapidPass health screening before appointments, stay hydrated, eat a healthy meal, and bring identification.
Those who donate blood from May 18-31 will receive a Red Cross beach towel while supplies last. Donors who give from June 1-28 will receive a $15 e-gift card and be entered
York County blood drives take place at the following locations: In Alfred on June 15, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Alfred Parish Church, 8 Kennebunk Rd.; Eliot on June 16, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Seacoast Waldorf School, 403 Rte. 236; Kennebunk at Kennebunk Masons, 159 Alfred Rd. on June 2, 12 to 5 p.m., on June 3, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and on June 16, 12 to 5:30 p.m.; Kittery on June 18, 12 to 5 p.m., at Kittery Lions Club, 117 State Rd.; Sanford at Mason Preble 143, 16 Elm St. on June 11, 12 to 4:30 p.m., and June 22, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; South Berwick on June 6, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., at South Berwick Community Center, 71 Norton St.; Wells on June 26, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at Wells Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd.
For more information and to sign up, visit www.redcrossblood.org/mainestandstogether.
CNA
& PSS Care Team Members
No certification? No experience? No worries! Paid on-site classes for Personal Support Specialists (PSS). $21/hour starting pay for newly certified professionals. Full-time and part-time shifts.
Full-time and part-time shifts. $23/hour starting pay.
Great Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement & Travel Stipend (if over 20 miles away)!
Grilling Fires Peak in Warmer Months
NATIONWIDE
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Grilling fires in the United States peak during the summer months, with July the highestrisk month followed by June, May and August, according to the National Fire Protection Association.
The report found that 20% of grilling fires were caused by grills that had not been cleaned. Other contributing factors included gas leaks or breaks and ignition on balconies, porches or near exterior walls.
Great jobs for students, retirees, veterans, or stay-at-home parents!
Between 2020 and 2024, fire departments responded to an average of 12,141 home fires each year involving grills, hibachis or barbecues. Those incidents resulted in 15 civilian deaths, 171 injuries, and about $241 million in direct property damage, with most losses occurring in structure fires.
The National Fire Protection Association recommends keeping grills clean, checking propane tanks for leaks, keeping grills away from structures and overhead hazards, and never leaving a grill unattended while in use. They also advise keeping children and pets at least three feet away from grilling areas and allowing coals to cool completely before disposal.
Gas grills accounted for the majority of incidents, involved in 76% of home grilling fires. Charcoal and other solid-fuel grills accounted for 13%.
For more information, visit www.nfpa.org.
...OPUS from page 5
greatest passions. Maybe it’s because they ask for so little, or maybe because they still love so deeply after humans have failed them over and over again.
Caleb’s Opus is trying to bring them to Maine, but this can’t be done without someone willing to open their home to them first: a foster, an adopter, or someone willing to give them the soft landing they deserve after a lifetime of instability and neglect.
They don’t need perfection or a fancy home. They just need peace. A couch, a bed, a quiet voice, a full belly, safety, and love.
Caleb’s Opus would truly love to keep them together if at all possible. Please help Caleb’s Opus help them.
...MARKET from page 16
supporting local growers.
“Our food access programs are a huge part of who we are,” said Avery. “When a child gets to choose their own produce, or a family can stretch their food budget a little further while shopping from local farms, that matters. These programs support both the people who need access to fresh food and the vendors who grow and make it.”
The market’s Customer Loyalty Program will also return for the 2026 season, giving shoppers a $5 market food voucher every fourth visit. The program encourages regular market visits while putting money directly back into the local economy.
For more information, visit www.kitterycommunitymarket. com.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
TEACHER IN YORK
First Parish Church seeks Sunday School teacher for multi-age class (PreK - 4th grade). Lead lessons, crafts, and activities using provided curriculum. ~3 hrs/wk (Sun 9:30-11:30, plus prep). $30/hr. Must be 18+ with experience working with children. Contact Melissa Vetter at 207-363-3758 or manager@firstparishyork.net
CLEANING PERSON WANTED: First floor for 1 person and 1 cat every two weeks! Call anytime: 207-337-1111 or 207-439-4715
Kittery / Eliot Line
~ Classifieds & News ~
Saturday, June 6
Community Yard Sale
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Wells Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., (Rte. 1), Wells. Nine models, ages 63-94, showcase clothing provided by Kiki’s of Perkins Cove, followed by dinner courtesy Avita of Wells. Wine provided by the Varanos, music by Donald Bernard. Raffle items drawn on the day of the show. Sponsored by Kennebunk Savings Bank and United Healthcare. $40/members. $45/ nonmenbers. FMI: 207-646-7775.
...HOUSES from page 17
from the region’s earliest days. In Portsmouth, Jackson House is the oldest surviving woodframe house in New Hampshire and offers a glimpse into early colonial life. Deemed one of the finest in Portsmouth, Langdon House is a grand Georgian showplace known for its elegant architecture and formal design. Just around the corner, Rundlet-May House displays early domestic technology and exceptional locally made furniture, owned by four generations of one family and carefully preserved to reflect changing domestic life. For more information, call 603-436-3205.
For more information, visit www.historicnewengland.com.
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. at First Congregational Church of Eliot, 1361 State Road, Eliot. FMI and rental fees: firstchurcheliot@gmail.com or 207-439-1105.
Petals & Paperbacks
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at York Woods Tree, 300 Harold L. Dow Hwy, Eliot. Book swap, coffee and food, mobile book trailer, local authors and vendors, plant raffl es, bookish plant displays. Free. FMI: www. yorkwoodstree.com or 207-7030150.
Saturday, June 6 –
Sunday, June 7
Tuskagee Days
At First Parish Church, 150 Main St., South Berwick. Second annual public celebration of South Berwick’s sister city, Tuskagee, AL. On Saturday: “Shoulder to Shoulder” celebration at 3:30 p.m., community supper 5:30 p.m. RSVP required by May 29. On Sunday: Family Music Festival, 1-4 p.m. at Shoetown Park, next to fi re station. Tuskagee musicians join local musicians to celebrate community and culture. VFW food and Rotary gelato available for purchase. FMI and to register: dmcdermo@gmail. com or www.commongroundsis-
tercities.org.
Sunday, June 7
Annual Berwick Car Show
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Sullivan Square, downtown Berwick. Hosted by Charles S. Hatch Post #79. 200 rare and vintage vehicles on display. Live music, food, raffles, family fun for all! Free. FMI: www. berwickmelegionpost79.org.
Rett’s Roost Superhero Beach Fun Run
9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. at Main Beach, Ogunquit. Participants run in support of Retts Roost, a local non-
YOUNG
STREET,
profit providing support to families affected by childhood cancer. Wear your best costume/cape and run for a great cause! $10/ kids, $35/adults, $75/families or groups. FMI and to register: www. rettsroost.org/event/superhero5k, info@rettsroost.org, or 508-8139222.
DOVER, NH, year round condo: 1 BR, BA, LR, kitchen, dishwasher, laundry. Short walk to downtown. $1950/mo. includes heat, hot water, storage unit. 207-479-2116 RENTALS
SOUTH
APARTMENT FOR RENT AVAILABLE JUNE 1
2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Head of Household Age 55+
$1,731 / MONTH with utilities included!
BERWICK
AMENITIES include: Heat, hot water, electricity, trash and snow removal, in a smoke-free building with on-site resident parking, on-site laundry facilities, 24-hour emergency maintenance, and pets allowed (breed restrictions apply). Must earn at least $4,327.50 per month, have a voucher or sufficient funds, to qualify. Max income: 1-Person Household $53,880, 2-Person Household $61,560, 3-Person Household $69,240, 4-Person Household $76,920.
Apply at https://youngstreet.avestahousing.org/ floorplans.aspx or contact Amy Stanganelli at 207-245-3297 or astanganelli@avestahousing.org.
2 Deck lounges w/ full cushions & rain covers, $175; 4 Captain chairs w/ canvas seats, $125; leaf tube & scoopers, $25; rolling garden work seat, $35; L-shaped dolly, $35; long-handled shovel, $20. Text Dottie 603-205-0370.
and residential homes – call or email Foxglove Cleaning today! 207-475-7474 foxglovecleaningco@gmail.com
SHIRLEY’S CLEANING For a spotless home. Trustworthy and dependable. 207-439-1363 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
Handicapped Accessible. Equal Housing Opportunity. Owned and managed by Avesta Housing.
& MOST ANYTHING OLD I come to you with cash. Call Will: 207-838-0790.
buy collections of recorded media and memorabilia. Call 603-918-8555 or email jpraineyrecords@gmail.com.
CDs. 207-570-9760
~ Classifieds & Sports & Outdoors ~
Cape Neddick Country Club Update
CNCC Men’s League
CAPE NEDDICK -
The 2026 edition of Cape Neddick Country Club Men’s Tuesday League held its first round 9-hole Four Ball matches on Tuesday, May 19.
Top scoring teams by flight were: Joe Colwell Flight, Tom Carey and Ray Pike III (5.5 pts); Armand Davy Flight, Nick Audet and Bennie McMinis (7.5); Rocky Galante Flight, Jory Feider and
Eagle Scout Project Provides New Lifeguard Stands at Wells Beaches
WELLS -
Life Scout Michael Kylie of Boy Scout Troop 327 recently completed construction of two lifeguard stands for the Town of Wells as part of his Eagle Scout project. He donated the stands to the town, where they have replaced damaged and worn equipment and are now in place at Drakes Island Beach and Wells Beach.
Tom Small (6.5); Tom McNeice Flight, Joe Bigley and Rob Sheridan (9); Marty Levine Flight, Allen Blais and Rick Wesley, and Chris Brown and Steve Williams (5.5 each); Robert Boston Flight, Eric Gould and Chris Rinko (7); Keith O’Connor Flight, Joe Aiello and Mike DePhilippo (5.5); and
Ken Shorey Flight, Tony Bossi and David Brother (6.5).
Individual low scores by tee were Black, Nick Keefer (+2); White, Nick Audet (Even); White/Blue Combo, Michael Torname (+6); and Blue, Mike DePhilippo (+6).
On Tuesday, May 26, each of the league’s thirty-two teams will flip sides of the course and compete against another one of its 5 flight opponents.
He built the stands without power tools and was supported by his father, Bill Kylie, and five other volunteers. The stands will be painted by lifeguards this spring and will be ready for when Ocean Rescue begins beach coverage this summer.
The Town of Wells thanked Kylie for his work and donation, as well as his father, Bill Kylie;
Kylie is a local student who, while working toward the rank of Eagle Scout, decided to build the stands after an idea he developed when his older brother was a member of Wells Ocean Rescue.
The Town of York is accepting Bid Proposals for surface preparation and exterior painting work at the Nubble Lighthouse Tower, 11 Sohier Park Road, York, ME 03909. The work includes full surface preparation, priming, and painting of entire lighthouse beacon. A full bid package can be picked up at the Parks and Recreation Office, online at www.yorkparksandrec.org, or emailed upon request by calling 207-363-1040.
All questions related to the bid specifications, requirements, dates, time of work, etc. shall be directed to Ryan Coite, Parks Foreman at 207-363-1040 or rcoite@yorkmaine.org.
Bid proposals will be accepted until Monday June 15, 2026, at 12:00 PM at York Town Hall, 186 York Street, York, ME 03909. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the previously mentioned time and date in the upstairs conference room at Town Hall. Bid proposals shall be sealed and clearly labeled “Surface Preparation / Exterior Painting - Nubble Lighthouse Tower’’. Bids sent by facsimile will not be accepted.
The Town reserves the right to reject all bid proposals and may choose to waive any discrepancies in the bid process.
TOWN OF BERWICK - PUBLIC NOTICE
The Berwick Planning Board will hold a Site Walk & Public Hearing on a proposed Mini-Storage & Storage and/or Maintenance Facility; submitted by Hampton River Rentals, LLC; located at 420 School Street (Map R54, Lot 15, Zone R3). The Site Walk is open to the public. This is an informational visit only. No testimony will be taken, and no votes or deliberations will take place.
Please contact the department with any questions at jbellissimo@ berwickmaine.gov or 207-698-1101 ext. 125. More information can be found in the May 7, 2026 Packet found at www.berwickmaine.gov/planning.
SITE WALK: PUBLIC HEARING:
Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Place: 420 School Street Place: Berwick Town Hall, Burgess Meeting Room
Wells Ocean Rescue Captain Kris Kimball, who coordinated the project; Ocean Rescue lifeguard William Huffaker, who assisted with the effort; and Department of Public Works crews, who helped safely place the stands while spotting nesting plovers.
Article courtesy the Wells Connector.
Berwick Academy
Baseball
May 20, (L) their New England Small Semifinal vs. Hamden Hall Country Day, 0-9.
Kennebunk High School
Baseball
May 26, (L) vs. South Portland, 0-4.
May 23, (L) vs. Thornton, 2-10. May 21, (L) vs. Sanford, 3-5.
Softball
May 22, (L) vs. Windham, 4-13. May 20, (L) vs. Gorham, 1-5.
Boys Lacrosse
May 22, (L) vs. Greely, 5-6. May 20, (L) vs. Marshwood, 10-12.
Girls Lacrosse
May 21, (W) vs. Falmouth, 15-4. May 19, (L) vs. Windham, 6-8.
Marshwood High School
Baseball
May 26, (W) vs. Windham, 13-3. May 23, (L) vs. Cheverus, 0-1. May 21, (L) vs. South Portland, 4-9.
Softball
CNCC Men’s Senior League CAPE NEDDICK -
The 32nd season of the Cape Neddick Country Club Men’s Senior League opened Thursday, May 21, with 34 golfers competing on the par-34 front nine.
Three of 16 two-man teams
May 23, (L) vs. Cheverus, 0-10.
May 22, (L) vs. Gorham, 0-12.
Boys Lacrosse
May 22, (W) vs. Mt. Ararat, 13-7.
May 20, (W) vs. Kennebunk, 12-10.
Girls Lacrosse
May 21, (L) vs. Scarborough, 9-13.
May 19, (L) vs. Massabesic, 6-9.
Noble High School
Baseball
May 21, (W) vs. Westbrook, 10-0.
Softball
May 22, (L) vs. Deering, 11-12.
May 21, (L) vs. Biddeford, 2-12.
May 20, (L) vs. Cheverus, 0-15.
Boys Lacrosse
May 22, (W) vs. Maranacook, 22-10.
May 20, (W) vs. South Portland, 11-6.
Girls Lacrosse
May 23, (W) vs. Biddeford, 8-7.
May 20, (L) vs. Traip, 5-13.
May 19, (W) vs. Deering, 8-6.
Traip Academy
Baseball
LEGAL & PUBLIC NOTICES
YORK WATER DISTRICT NOTICE
The York Water District recently posted its 28th Annual Water Quality Report on the internet at www.yorkwaterdistrict. org/ccr25. 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 2025
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.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PLANNING BOARD
Town of York, Maine
TIME: Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 7:00 P.M.
earned all t hree possible points from their opponents. Bill Poillucci, filling in as an alternate, and partner Lee Page shut out their opponents. The other teams to sweep both their four-ball and singles matches were Tim Hevey and Leon Weaver, and Scott Heminger and Ron Pardus. Individually, Poillucci led all golfers with a gross score of 4-over par 38. Alternate Tom Jolie finished in second place with a posted score of 6-over par 40. Jed Lowry led the field with a net score of even par, followed by Poillucci, Jolie, and Leon Weaver with scores of 3-over par 37. Weaver secured three Canadian Skins with net birdies on holes 4, 8, and 9
May 22, (L) vs. Lake Region, 0-22.
May 20, (L) vs. Waynflete, 3-16.
Boys Lacrosse
May 22, (L) vs. Massabesic, 3-18.
May 19, (L) vs. Wells, 4-20.
Girls Lacrosse
May 22, (L) vs. Wells, 6-7.
May 20, (W) vs. Noble, 13-5.
May 19, (W) vs. Lake Region, 12-6.
Wells High School
Baseball
May 20, (L) vs. Yarmouth, 10-14.
May 19, (L) vs. Lake Region, 4-5.
Softball
May 22, (L) vs. Lake Region, 0-15.
May 20, (L) vs. Yarmouth, 3-13.
Boys Lacrosse
May 22, (W) vs. Morse, 18-15.
May 19, (W) vs. Traip, 20-4.
Girls Lacrosse
May 22, (W) vs. Traip, 7-6.
May 19, (L) vs. Thornton, 6-14.
York High School
Baseball
May 22, (W) vs. Old Orchard Beach, 11-3.
May 20, (L) vs. Poland, 7-8.
Softball
May 22, (W) vs. Old Orchard Beach, 16-1.
May 20, (W) vs. Poland, 12-4.
Girls Lacrosse
May 22, (L) vs. Cape Elizabeth, 4-9.
May 19, (W) vs. Gray-New Gloucester, 12-2.
Scores from www.maxpreps.com.
PLACE: York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York
The York Planning Board will conduct a Public Hearing regarding proposed Zoning Ordinance, and Site Plan/Subdivision Regulation amendments as follows:
Zoning
1. Article 7 Workforce Affordable Housing Overlay
2. Article 4 Use Regulations
3. Article 12 Historic District Commission Property Tax Credit Printed copies of the proposed amendments (draft documents dated June 11, 2026) are available with the Town Clerk at the Town Hall, and digital copies are available on the Town’s webpage (www.yorkmaine.org).
Legal Notice to Corporators of Partners Bank, FKA SIS Bancorp, MHC
The annual meeting of the Corporators of SIS Bancorp, MHC, Sanford, Maine will take place at The Red Barn at Outlook Farm, 310 Portland St., South Berwick, ME on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. for the election of the Directors, the election of Corporators, and for the transaction of any other business that may be legally presented.
SCORE BOARD
~ Sports & Outdoors ~
Maine Offers Free Fishing Weekend May 30-31
STATEWIDE -
The State of Maine is offering a Free Fishing Weekend for the 2026 open-water season May 30-31, allowing the public to fish in inland waters without a license. While a fishing license is not required, all other fishing regulations, including bag limits and gear restrictions, remain in effect.
With more than 32,000 miles of rivers and streams, 6,000 lakes and ponds and mil-
lions of acres of land, the state offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Anglers can target native brook trout, Arctic char, landlocked salmon, bass, and other species.
Those looking to take advantage of the weekend may consider booking a licensed Maine guide.
For more information, visit www.maine.gov/ifw/fishingboating/fishing.
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Marshwood Baseball Update
Win 11-1 Over Westbrook
WESTBROOK -
Marshwood made the most of the five innings played on Wednesday, May 20. Junior
starting pitcher Sam Therrien pitched well and also contributed at the plate, going 3-for-3 with two runs, two RBIs and a walk.
Junior Sam Gennaro and
BA Boys Lacrosse vs Hamden Hall Championship McCoy Cup
NORTON, MA
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The Berwick Academy boys lacrosse team played at a neutral site Wednesday, May 20, at Wheaton College in Norton, MA, in the McCoy Cup championship. BA came up short in a 15-14 loss to Hamden Hall.
Berwick Academy finished the season 8-8.
Hamden Hall led 9-7 at halftime. BA outscored Hamden Hall in the second half and closed the gap late, scoring
with 36 seconds remaining to make it a one-goal game.
Ebbin Perkins led Berwwick Academy with five goals and three assists. Reed Kenney added three goals and two assists, Cole Cournoyer had three goals and one assist, Jack Goodrich finished with one goal and two assists, Liam Quinn scored one goal and Amir Makdad scored one goal. Goalie Landon Vivathana made 15 saves.
sophomore John Galuppo each had two hits. Juniors Michael Sbrizza and Ethan Winchester each 1 RBI. Senior Brady Isabelle w/ a RBI.
Lose to South Portland
SOUTH PORTLANDMarshwood lost to South Portland 9-4 on Friday, May 22, at the Wainwright Field Complex in South Portland. Juniors Sam Gennaro, Michael Sbrizza and Gavin Villineau each had two hits.
Go 11 Innings with Stags, Lose 1-0
PORTLANDMarshwood lost a 1-0, 11inning game to Cheverus on Saturday, May 23.
Junior right-handed pitcher Michael Sbrizza threw 9 1/3 innings, allowing one run and recording 106 pitches. He also had two hits at the plate.
CLUES ACROSS
Streetcar
Take __ of it!
SW Asia peninsula
Beating wings to escape from a perch
One who revitalizes
Indicates position
Dishonorable man
Singer King Cole
Short-tailed marten 22. One point east (clockwise) of due north
The god of the underworld
in ancient mythology 25. Dirt
26. Superconducting super collider
27. Not good 28. A way to sink
~ Puzzles ~
Most cars still need it
Political war chest
Cools down
Unwell 31. Follow orders 33. Deep ravine 35. Perfumery practice 37. Indian film director Sultan 38. Member of U.S. Navy 40. Wing-like 41. Very fast airplane 42. Slang for cigarette
