Arundel Heritage Day is set to take place Saturday, September 13, with the field opening at 10 a.m. The event offers a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages.
Visitors can enjoy games like checkers for young and old, pony rides, displays of antique farm engines and hand-operated tools, and blacksmithing, hand spinning, and chair caning demonstrations. Restored vintage garden tractors will also be on display.
Local organizations, including the Arundel Conserva-
tion Trust, the League of Women Voters of Maine, and the Friends of Kennebunk Free Library, will have booths set up with information about their programs. The Friends of the Kennebunk Free Library will also host a book sale, with proceeds from the sale going towards towards the
library’s many public programs.
Local crafters, artists, and artisans will offer a range of products, such as honey, soap, and beeswax items; upcycled livestock feed bags; crocheted, quilted, and fabric items; wooden keepsake and jewelry boxes, cutting and game boards; and hand-stitched quilts. Acrylic and wood items, including pens, coasters, key chains, and cell phone holders, will also be showcased at the event.
seafood from The Lobster Company. A “Ladies’ Skillet Toss” contest, sponsored by the Arundel Conservation Trust, will take place during the event. A Civil War encampment offers living history information and a display of 18th- and 19th-century schoolgirl embroideries. Live music will be provided by the Kennebunk River Band and musician Beau Dalleo.
Food options include a bake sale and hot dogs from Arundel Heritage Society, as well as lobster rolls and fried
Arundel Heritage Day promises a full day of familyfriendly activities, crafts, food, and history. It’s an event not to be missed!
For more information, visit www.arundelhistoricalsociety. org/heritage-day.
Home and Garden Tour Blooms with Community Spirit
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On Saturday, September 6, the 2nd Annual Ogunquit Home and Garden Tour brought the community together for a day of beauty, generosity, and shared purpose – raising $94,000 to support Rett’s Roost, a local nonprofit that provides healing retreats and peer support programs for families impacted by childhood cancer and child loss.
The tour featured seven homes and gardens across Ogunquit, shared by the owners who welcomed visitors inside to take in the breathtaking views, designs, and landscapes. Each home featured the story of a family supported by Rett’s Roost, highlighting the organization’s impact on their lives. Gift cards
showcasing artwork from children who attend Rett’s Roost retreats were made available for purchase, and one home hosted several raffle prizes throughout the day.
The event was made possible by the efforts of 100 volunteers, the generosity of more than 100 business sponsors, and the support of the community. It coincided with the Plein Air Art Festival at Perkins Cove and the Rotary Club’s Capriccio Festival of Kites at Main Beach.
Sponsorships grew by 250% this year, with notable leadership from Central Maine Power, Chase Construction, Eldredge Lumber, ICL Autos, and Kennebunk Savings Bank. An ad -
ditional $16,000 in auction and raffle prizes further fueled the day’s fundraising success.
The impact of the tour was felt not just in dollars raised, but
in the experiences of participants.
“I really enjoyed volunteering for the Rett’s Roost event today,” said volunteer Alison
Cullity. “All the other volunteers, the homeowners, the families sharing their stories, and the tour guests were all so lovely. It was an honor to be involved. And I’m so glad the rain held off. It was a beautiful morning!”
For longtime Ogunquit visitor Linda Grossi, the tour offered something she had been waiting decades to experience. “After vacationing in Ogunquit for 45 years, we finally got to step inside some of the Marginal Way homes we’ve always admired from the path,” she said. “The views, the architecture, the gardens – even better than we imagined. Such a special experience.”
6th Annual Babygirl Foundation Fundraiser
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The Babygirl Foundation is thrilled to announce its 6th annual fundraiser, taking place on Sunday, September 21, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust, 57 Gravelly Brook Road, Kennebunkport. Doors open at 12:50 p.m.
The family-friendly event supports the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital, with proceeds going toward programs such as the Parent’s Closets in both the intensive care units ICU and Pediatric Emergency Department, and the newly-launched Babygirl Foundation Book Nook, benefit-
ting the Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and Continuing Care Nursery (CCN).
Guests of all ages can enjoy live music by Patrick Sylvia and more, delicious eats from Black Salt Dining, a wide selection of local craft beer, wine, and nonalcoholic beverages, face painting, temporary tattoos, friendship bracelet making, outdoor yard games and bubble fun, a silent auction featuring local goods and services, and the Mobile Arts Bus courtesy of Common Roots Collective. Event schedule highlights include opening remarks at 2 p.m., silent auction winners
and raffle announcements at 4:30 p.m., and closing remarks and thank-yous at 4:45 p.m.
As a special thank-you, guests who bring a donation for the Parent’s Closet or Book Nook will receive one free drink ticket.
“We’re so excited to bring the community together for our annual event,” said a spokesperson for the Babygirl Foundation. “Every year, this fundraiser grows in impact – and every donation helps families feel supported and cared for during incredibly difficult times.”
Tickets are $30 per person, and includes food from Black
Salt Dining along with dessert. Children 5 and under attend for free.
For more information and to reserve a spot, visit https:// tinyurl.com/BabygirlFundraiser 2025.
Building the Heart of the Wells Community, One Brick at a Time
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The Wells Planning Board has approved the final design and construction of the Founders Park Community Center. The committee that has led the project for the past two years is now working to raise about $2.5 million for construction and to create an endowment to maintain the building in future years.
“We have funds in hand and commitments for over $500,000,” said Bob Foley, chairperson of the Founders Park Community
Center Committee. “Getting Planning Board approval is a big hurdle that we’ve overcome. We believe that will spur [further] donations.”
The open-air pavilion will be located on Route 109 on the town-owned parcel between Town Hall and Wells Elementary School. It will share the parcel with the historic John Wells House. The various uses envisioned include ice skating in the winter, pickleball in the summer, school events, a Farmers Market,
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and other community activities.
The committee has begun raising funds for the project through private donations. One of its main strategies is selling commemorative bricks that will be used to pave the walkway leading to the building’s entrance and the picnic and sitting areas around the pavilion.
The bricks, which sell for $125 each, can be personalized with up to three lines of text, such as names, dates or short phrases. Examples include birthday announcements, graduations, weddings, and “In Memory Of” tributes.
“Brick sales could fund the entire project,” Foley said, noting that a direct mail campaign encouraging brick sales is forthcoming. “It’s coming soon to a mailbox near you. If every family in town would join us in making this a reality by buying a brick, it could fund the entire project.”
York Water District Urges Residents to Conserve Water
YORKThe York Water District is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water due to ongoing drought conditions, even though its main reservoir, Chases Pond, remains at normal levels for this time of year.
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As of July 31, prior to the Planning Board’s approval of the project, over $19,000 in brick sales has already been raised. That number, in addition to other donations, is expected to increase with the new campaign.
“We’ll be putting a thermometer at the site,” Foley said. “As funds continue to come in, people can see where we are.”
Bricks and other donations may be purchased via links found on the committee’s Facebook page – Founders Park Community Center-Town of Wells – and website, www.foundersparkcommunitycenter.org.
said it has been pumping record volumes from Chases Pond and is relying on temporary transfers from neighboring Kittery Water District, which have now ended. Officials warned that reservoir levels may soon be affected and that future water availability from neighboring utilities is not guaranteed.
To help maintain supply, the York Water District is recommending that residents and businesses limit non-essential water use. Suggested measures include avoiding lawn watering, watering garden plants only when necessary during early morning or late evening, using mulch to retain soil moisture, covering swimming pools when not in use, fixing leaks, installing water-saving plumbing devices, and delaying planting or sodding.
“Voluntary water conservation on all non-essential use is necessary to maintain healthy reservoir levels until natural recharge occurs,” said the York Water District.
While brick sales are a major initiative for the committee, they are not the only thing planned. The committee has scheduled a Comedy Night fundraiser, Saturday, October 25. In addition,
For more information, visit www.yorkwaterdistrict.org, call 207-363-2265or email customerservice@yorkwaterdistrict.org.
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Community Invited ‘Back to Church’
YORK BEACHUnion Congregational Church in York is hosting a special “Back to Church Sunday” on Sunday, September 21 at 10:15 a.m. This event encourages people of all backgrounds to reconnect with their faith and community, offering a welcoming atmosphere and a taste of what the church can provide.
The service takes place at 18 Church Street in York Beach. The theme for the event is “Famine of Faith.”
“This could be a gamechanging moment – as people return to the regular pace of life after the busy summer season, it’s an opportunity to invite them to consider the place of faith in their lives,” said UCC Pastor Skip Smith. “We are joining this national event to show and share the love of Jesus
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Deana Cavan, founder and executive director of Rett’s Roost, said the success of the day was a testament to the town’s generosity. “We are deeply grateful to the homeowners who trusted us with their spaces, the sponsors who believed in our mission, and the volunteers who gave their time and energy,” she said. “This event exceeded our expectations and will directly support families in need of healing and connection.”
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through fellowship and community building.”
The church’s goal is to reach those who have been away from church for some time, and to welcome new members into their faith community. Organizers say the gathering will provide a supportive environment for all who attend, creating opportunities for community and connection.
Founded in 1895, Union Congregational Church practices Bible-based worship and Christian fellowship. The church gathers for worship Sundays at 10:15 a.m., followed by a time of fellowship and refreshments. Bible study is held Fridays at 4 p.m., and worship services are also available via Zoom.
For more information, visit www.ybcc.org, email info@ ybcc.org, or call 207-363-4821.
Tour, spearheaded by Ogunquit resident and Rett’s Roost board member David Poskanzer, is quickly becoming a summer tradition in Ogunquit – one that celebrates not just the town’s beauty, but its heart.
Plans are already underway for next year’s event, and judging by the excitement from this year’s crowd, many in the community will eagerly await it once again.
For more information, visit www.rettsroost.org.
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Safe Haven Humane Society
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Help is needed STAT! Eightmonth-old Bentley is this week’s volunteer pick. Shelley hopes to find a loving home for this sweet kitten, who is feeling lonely now
Emma’s Angels
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Meet sweet and spunky Eclipse! She is a 4-month-old, black American shorthair kitten from Louisiana. She came to Emma’s Angels from an overcrowded shelter along with a few of her friends.
Eclipse is spayed and up-todate on her vaccines, and is ready for a new home.
Emma’s Angels is setting up times to meet this little beauty. Schedule a time now –Eclipse won’t be around for long!
Emma’s Angels Rescue is an all-volunteer, foster-based organization. Needed at this time: quality kitten food and dry dog food. Donations may be left in the drop box at 30 Meeting House Road in North Berwick. Thank you for the support!
Emma’s Angels Rescue 30 Meeting House Road North Berwick, ME 03906 207-676-5599
First floor bedroom needed. Most conditions acceptable. Flexible on price. Compassionate buyer. Replies confidential. No commission. (207) 650-7297 or mainebuyers@gmail.com
that his two siblings have been adopted.
All three kittens were found outside in the cold. A kind local couple cared for them until they could no longer do so. The tiny trio was brought to Safe Haven last spring, where they settled in
and were socialized to be around people.
Bentley is now the cat with the strongest emotional desire for a home. Heartbroken, he is now hungry for the companionship and love his siblings gave him. Fortunately, Bentley received lots of love and affection from Safe Haven’s dedicated volunteers,
Animal Welfare Society
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Hi everyone, it’s Jake here! It’s so great to meet you today. For starters, here are my “stats.”
I’m a one-year-old, lovable, handsome, brown and black, male cat. And I’m pretty great, if I do say so myself.
I’ll just come right out and say it – I’m friends with everyone. I’m the first to come to the door when you walk past, the first to say hello in the morning, and the first to sit by your side on the couch. I just love to say hello. Do you want to know why? Because Jake is GREAT.
I love it when people pet me, especially under my chin or on my back. I have the perfect coat for it too – soft and fine! Being with my people brings me so much peace and joy – and I know it will for you too. Isn’t that just the greatest?
Due to circumstances beyond my control, I must ask to be the only cat in my new home. You see, I have feline leukemia (FeLV), a disease that is easily transmitted from cat to cat through saliva, like grooming each other or sharing a water dish. FeLV is contagious among cats, but I can’t spread it to dogs or humans.
You might have some questions about my condition and care requirements. I’ll start off by
saying that my awesome friends at AWS, including the veterinarians who diagnosed me, are happy to share everything they know about FeLV and how it affects me specifically.
I should be an indoor-only cat so I don’t accidentally pass it to another cat I might meet outside. FeLV can weaken my immune system, so my new family should watch me closely for signs of a cold or infection. I’m not in any pain and my quality of life is that of any other cat. Cats like me can and do live long, healthy, happy lives with attentive people and regular vet visits.
So there you have it – Jake The Great in a nutshell! Call or stop by AWS to meet me!
Animal Welfare Society PO Box 43 / 46 Holland Road West Kennebunk, ME 04094 (207) 985-3244
and is now ready to prove he is a perfect fellow. All he needs is a little “advertising.”
Bentley has everything to be a joyful and happy addition to any home and family. He’s gentle and loving. He trusts people. He will actually come to you when he’s nervous!
When petted, this sweet boy makes “muffins” in the air by lifting one paw, then the other. He is so happy and grateful just to be loved!
Bentley will flourish in a home with loving humans who enjoy brushing and petting him. He loves cat videos, chasing wand toys, and catnip. He would do well with another friendly, young cat in the house – he could use a new roommate! With a little reassurance that he is safe, Bentley will show you what a fine and affectionate companion he can be.
Safe Haven recently launched its 2025 fundraiser
with matching donations. From now until December 15, all contributions will be doubled, up to $50,000, thanks to a generous gift from a local animal-loving couple who wish to remain anonymous. Donations can be mailed to Safe Haven, PO Box 91, Wells, ME 04090, or made online.
PO Box 91, Wells, ME 04090 (207) 646-1611 / 216-9169
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Shelter: 207-646-1611 • 1420 Post Rd ( PO Box 91), Wells, ME 04090 Open 10am-2pm Weekdays, 9:30-11:30am Saturdays
On Sunday, September 14, Indivisible Team Southern Maine (ITSME), along with No I.C.E. for Maine (NICEME), Indivisible Greater Portland Maine (IGPM), and Occupy NH Seacoast (ONHS), will be publicly sharing our opinions regarding the ties that our local governments have with I.C.E. We will be meeting in front of the Wells Police Department Building at 1563 Post Road, Wells, starting at 6:21 a.m. (sunrise) and ending at 6:54 p.m. (sunset). Signup online is preferred but not mandatory. Come and learn more about your local activist groups and their opinions of I.C.E. Online Signup: https://signup.com/go/DFkRpaT For further information, email itsme04043@yahoo.com
Bill to Strengthen Agriculture Workforce Through Training
WASHINGTONCongresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-ME) recently joined fellow House Agriculture Committee member Brad Finstad (R-MN) in reintroducing the bipartisan Agriculture Skills Preparation for Industry Recruitment Efforts (ASPIRE) Act. A companion bill was introduced in the U.S. Senate by Senator Tina Smith (D-MN.).
The legislation establishes an agriculture workforce-training program within the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s existing Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program. It provides resources for eligible schools to help grow the agriculture industry, boost competitiveness, and strengthen workforce training and retention.
The bill also supports apprenticeships, internships, and partnerships with local agricultural businesses, creating pathways for students to pursue higher education or enter the private farming sector.
“In Maine and across America, small family farms are the backbone of our rural communities and local food systems. But as more farmers near retirement and fewer young people enter the field, we’re staring down a serious challenge: Who will grow our
food in the decades ahead? Our bipartisan ASPIRE Act offers a solution,” Pingree said. “By expanding hands-on apprenticeships and internships through USDA’s Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program, the ASPIRE Act will connect aspiring farmers with experienced agricultural businesses, building clear pathways into farming careers and giving the next generation the tools to succeed. When we invest in the next generation of farmers, we’re investing in our future: fresh local food, vibrant rural communities, and agricultural traditions that have sustained us for generations.”
Industry projections show slow growth in agriculture through 2030, with the sector expected to expand only 2%, below the average across other industries. The average age of agricultural workers is increasing, and younger workers are not entering the field at sufficient rates. Farmers under 35 now make up just 9% of the workforce, and in Minnesota, agriculture industry apprenticeships account for only 1% of all available apprenticeships.
Pingree, a longtime organic farmer, serves on the House Agriculture Committee and the House Appropriations Agriculture Sub-
food & drink!
5th Annual Taste of Kittery Highlights Local Food, Beverages
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The public is invited to join friends and family for the 5th Annual Taste of Kittery on Saturday, September 20, from noon to 3 p.m. at Post Office Square, 10 Shapleigh Road, Kittery. This “foodtastic” event will showcase Kittery’s vibrant restaurant community with a delicious mix of sips and bites, music and fun.
Participating vendors include Aroma Joe’s, Autodrip, Beach Pea Baking Co., The Black Birch, The Buoy Shack, Dave’s
Maine Cafe, Henry’s Bagel & Deli, Kasha’s Kitchen, Lil’s Cafe, Loco Coco’s Tacos, NOBL Beverages, Ohana Market, Ore Nell’s Barbecue Board, Rudders Public House, Tributary Definitive Brewing, Tulsi Indian Restaurant, and Woodland Farms Brewery.
Entertainment for the day includes Soulcolour at 12 p.m., Caitlin Piper at 1 p.m., and the Elroy Duo at 2 p.m.
Pre-sale tickets are $35 for standard admission, which in-
cludes entry and tastes from all participants (alcohol not included). A $40 upgraded admission includes entry, tastes from all participants, and up to five pours of beer from participating vendors; a valid ID is required. Children ages 5 to 12 can attend for $10. On the day of the event, standard admission is $45 and includes entry and tastes from all participants (no alcohol). Upgraded admission is $50 and includes entry, tastes from all participants, and up to five pours of beer from participating vendors; a valid ID is required. Children ages 5-12 are admitted for $15.
Parking will be available at the Post Office, Traip Academy, St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, and Kittery Community Center. For more information, visit https://tinyurl.com/TasteOfKittery2025.
Waste Not Program Makes Impact in its First Year
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An innovative pilot program aimed at reducing food
committee and is co-chair of the House Organic Caucus.
waste and addressing food insecurity has produced more than 129,000 meals in its first year, according to leaders at Gather, New Hampshire’s largest nonprofit food provider. The program, Seacoast Waste Not, repurposes surplus food from more than 50 restaurants, caterers, agricultural associations, food distributors, and other businesses across the region.
is wholesome and fresh,” said Gather Culinary Director Tania Marino.
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Every Second Sunday, 2-4pm Chicken Shoot Public welcome!
Every Fourth Sunday, 2-4pm Show Me The Money
Complimentary food at half time! Public welcome!
Thursdays, Sept. 11,18, 25, 5-7pm Dinners on the Deck Public welcome! Doors open at 2pm.
Saturday, Oct. 4, 12-4pm Chicken BBQ Dine-in or take-out. $15 Cash or check. Public welcome!
Since joining Congress in 2009, Pingree has supported organic and sustainable agriculture, including authoring the Agriculture Resilience Act, which sets a goal of reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in U.S. agriculture by 2040. As a member of the House Agriculture Committee with hands-on experience as an organic farmer, Pingree represents small family farms and local producers during Farm Bill negotiations. Her work helped secure more than a doubling of funding for organic research in the 2018 Farm Bill, establish the first federal produce prescription program, and create the local agriculture market program with permanent federal funding.
Holy Spirit Parish QUILT SHOW Sale and Raffle
September 13-14
Saturday 3:30-5:30pm & Sunday 8:30am-1pm
St. Mary’s Church 236 Eldridge Rd, Wells
To benefit Holy Spirit Bereavement Ministry FMI: 207-646-5605 or www.holyspiritme.org
According to ReFed, a nonprofit that collects data on food systems, approximately 30% of food produced goes to waste, while 10% of New England households do not have enough healthy food to eat.
“In this first year, we have saved 140,000 pounds of food from landfills, which prevented an estimated 6,000 metric tons of methane... from being released into the environment and contributing to climate change. In many cases, food tossed into landfills
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Marino explains that the regional food sector has stepped up by alerting Gather when there are surplus ingredients and food available. Says Marino, “With our fleet of refrigerated vehicles, we quickly collect donations and, alongside our staff and volunteers, transform them into delicious, nutritious meals that are shared through our food pantry and mobile food bus. The food we have received is valued at more than $510,000. We are incredibly grateful to our coalition members for sharing our commitment to enacting environmental and social change.”
Restaurateurs like Portsmouth Brewery co-owner Joanne Francis say Gather’s Seacoast Waste Not program makes it easy for the food service industry to participate. Said Francis, “When we realized that we would not be able to reopen the Portsmouth Brewery, we needed to find a home for a good deal of non-perishable food, as well as restaurant equipment. Donating to Gather meant that those things would have a new life in service to our community. Gather’s mission aligns closely with our values, and we are proud to have had the opportunity to support this important organization.”
Gather uses a comprehensive approach to addressing hunger, from programs for seniors to mobile markets in communities across the Greater Seacoast.
“For over two centuries, Gather has been a regional leader in addressing hunger with an emphasis on building food security in welcoming and dignified ways,” said Executive Director Anne Hayes. “Our organization revolutionized its approach and expanded from a traditional food pantry to incorporate cuttingedge programs that distribute fresh food in the Greater Seacoast region. In addition to the mobile markets, there’s also ‘Gus
Town of Berwick
The Table of Plenty
Drive-thru, take-home meals
Wednesdays, 4-5.30 p.m. at the Berwick United Methodist Church, 37 School St., Berwick. Drive up to the back doors to receive meals. The Table of Plenty is a community kitchen offering weekly meals in Berwick. FMI: www.thetableofplenty.com or topberwick@gmail. com.
Town of Eliot
Maine DOT Paving Route 236
Maine DOT is completing shim paving on Route 236 from Depot Road in Eliot to the Turnpike exit ramps in Kittery. Residents may expect minor traffic delays during posted work hours of 6-7 p.m. until work is completed. FMI: https://tinyurl.com/Rte236Paving.
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Cards & Camaraderie
Community Game Night
Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. and Fridays, 9-11 a.m. at the Spaulding Center for Active Living, 175 Port Rd., Kennebunk. Enjoy games at the center, or bring one along! No skills required, open to all adults. Sign-ups recommended. FMI: 207-204-0004 or karleensideas@ gmail.com.
Town of Kittery
HiSET, ESL Classes
HiSET (formerly known as GED) classes and exams and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes at Kittery Adult Education, 12 Williams Ave, Kittery. HiSET classes and exams are free for Maine residents, ESL classes are free for all. Day and evening classes available. Citizenship classes also available. FMI: 207-351-0167
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Town of North Berwick
North Berwick
Republican Committee
Meets monthly at 6:30 p.m. at North Berwick Town Hall, 21 Main St., Room 212. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Open to all registered North Berwick Republicans. FMI: northberwickgop@gmail.com or 207432-1777. Upcoming: Sept. 17.
Town of Ogunquit
Dog Restrictions in Ogunquit
Ogunquit Beach: Dogs allowed Sept. 9–March 31. Marginal Way: No dogs now through Sept. 30. Dogs allowed Oct. 1–March 31.
Ogunquit River Estuary: Dogs not allowed at any time. FMI: jlizanecz@ogunquit.gov or 207646-9362.
Town of South Berwick
South Berwick
Community Food Pantry
Thursdays, 6-7:30 p.m. and Fridays, 10-11:30 a.m. at 47 Ross St., South Berwick. Serving South Berwick residents with food and household supplies. Registration required. FMI: southberwickfoodpantry@gmail.com, bpote@sbpd. us, 207-384-4324, or 207-6515171.
Town of Wells
Wells Democratic Committee
5:30 p.m. at Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Rd., Wells, on the third Wednesday of the month. All Wells Democrats are welcome. FMI: wellsmaineoutreach@gmail.com. Upcoming: Sept. 17.
Wells High School Alumni Reunion RSVP Deadline 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, October 1 at Litchfi elds Bar & Grill, 2135 Post Rd., Wells. An afternoon with old friends in the new barn building! Open to all WHS alumni. Food,
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Upcoming: Thursday, Sept. 18 in the Community Room of Wells Public Library, 1434 Post Rd., Wells.
Town of York
Closure on Ogunquit Road
The York Department of Public Works is currently undertaking a major culvert replacement project on Ogunquit Road. Traffic between 162 and 189 Ogunquit Road will be closed during construction. Road is scheduled to reopen Sept. 30. FMI: www.yorkmaine.org or 207-351-1028.
Monthly Happenings
Chicken Shoot
Second Sunday of the month, 2-4 p.m. at York Elks Lodge #2788, 1704 Rte. 1, Cape Neddick. Open to the public. FMI: 207-361-2788. Upcoming: Sept. 14.
Amateur Radio Society
Every other Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the New School, 38 York St., Kennebunk. Informal gathering to support amateur (ham) radio. Most meetings include a “tech talk” by a New England Radio Discussion Society member. FMI: 207-9678812. Upcoming: Sept. 16, 30.
Free Friday at the Museum
Every second Friday of the month, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. at Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Free admission to the museum! FMI: www.brickstoremuseum.org. Upcoming: Sept. 12.
Guided Bird Walks
Every other Saturday, 7:30-9:30 a.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Bimonthly guided bird walks around the property. Bring binoculars if you have them. Free,
registration required. FMI: www. wellsreserve.org or 207-646-1555. Upcoming: Sept. 13.
To-Go Turkey Suppers
Every third Saturday of the month, 4-5 p.m. at First Parish Federated Church, 150 Main St., South Berwick. Monthly to-go turkey suppers. $12 gets you turkey, dessert, all the fixings. Monthly partner: The Masons Preble Lodge #143. FMI: 207-384-4091. Upcoming: Sept. 20.
Bean & Casserole Supper
Every third Saturday of the month, 4-5:30 p.m. at the Trailblazers, 102 Bills Ln., Wells. Many homemade dishes! Includes coffee and dessert. Cash bar available. $10 per adult, $7 per child 4-8, free for children under 4. FMI: 207-4689747. Upcoming: Sept. 20. 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.
Nubble Lighthouse Keepers Square Dance Club
Sundays starting Sept. 14, 2-4 p.m. at Ocean Masonic Lodge 142, 1930 Sanford Rd., Wells. Sept. 14: caller Darrell Sprague; Sept. 21: caller Bob Butler; Sept. 28: caller Phil Pierce; Oct. 19: caller Phil Pierce; Oct. 26: caller Kip Moulton with cuer Linda Moulton. $7. FMI: nubblecochairlarry@gmail.com.
GriefShare
Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m. at York Bible Church, 61 York St., York. A 13week faith-based support group
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designed to help participants find hope after the loss of a loved one. FMI and to register: www. griefshare.org/groups/261959 or mace5@maine.rr.com.
Wells Fire Museum
Wednesdays, 12-3 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the former Wells Branch Fire Station, 1358 Branch Rd., Wells. Antique fire trucks, fire gear, call alarm systems, interactive activities for the kids! Free, donations welcome. FMI: rbeer@maine.rr.com or 207502-0787.
Dinners on the Deck
Thursdays in September, 5-7 p.m. at York Elks Lodge #2788, 1704 Rte. 1, Cape Neddick. Public welcome! Doors open at 2 p.m. FMI: 207-361-2788 or follow on Facebook.
GriefShare
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, 130 Main St., South Berwick. FMI and to register: www.griefshare.org/findagroup.
Mainspring Community Supper
Thursdays, 4-5 p.m. at Mainspring: The Seacoast Service Collective, 22 Shapleigh Rd., Kittery. Free meals to the community on Thursdays. FMI: 207-439-4673.
Kennebunk Artisans Marketplace
Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at The Waterhouse Center, 51 Main St. (Rte 1), Kennebunk. Marketplace features artists, artisans, food vendors, and raffle baskets. FMI: www.kennebunkmaine.us or 207604-1341.
Saturday, September 13
Community Yard Sale
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Cape Neddick Baptist Church, 34 River Rd., Cape Neddick. FMI: 207-363-3566.
Craft and Bake Sale
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at First Christian Church of Kittery Point, 542 Haley Rd., Kittery Point. FMI: www.kitterychurch.com or 207-703-0094.
Eyes on the Estuary
10-11:45 a.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Participants explore current field research projects happening along the trail and out on the salt marsh at the Wells Reserve. Led by Wells Reserve volunteer guide, Gail. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/ calendar or 207-646-1555.
Hope Woods Walk
10 a.m. at Hope Woods, Kennebunk. Friends of Hope Cem-
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etery & Woods Maine Master Naturalist Gordon Collins presents on the fl ora that grows in the area. Free, registration required at friendsofhcw@gmail.com or 207387-9100.
Maine Open Lighthouse Day
12-3 p.m. Goat Island Light Station, in Cape Porpoise, will be open for the statewide event. Built in 1833, the lighthouse is an active Coast Guard aid to navigation with historic buildings that are owned and managed by the Kennebunkport Conservation Trust. FMI: www.lighthousefoundation. org/maine-open-lighthouse-day.
Spaghetti Supper
4:30-6 p.m. at Yorkshire Masonic Lodge, 101 High St. (Rte. 4), North Berwick. Homemade sauce, meatballs, salad, bread, beverage and dessert. “All you can eat” for $10. FMI: 207 752-3337.
Craig Hendricks Performance
5-7 p.m. at American Legion Post 56, 647 Rte. 1, Meadow Brook Plaza, York. FMI: www.ramsdellrogers.56.com or 207-363-0376.
Irish Fiddler Kevin Burke
7:30 p.m. at the Brick Store Museum, 117 Main St., Kennebunk. Irish fiddler Kevin Burke and Boston stepdancer Kieran Jordan perform. $25. FMI: www.
brickstoremuseum.org or paul. wells@mousamrivermusic.net.
Saturday, September 13 –Sunday, September 14
Quilt Show, Sale, and Raffle 3:30-5:30 p.m. on Saturday and 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Sunday at Holy Spirit Parish, 236 Eldridge Rd., Wells. FMI: jamqueen4@ yahoo.com.
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Monday, September 15
York County Republican Women
Doors open 6 pm; meeting 6:30-8 pm. at the Seacoast Republican Headquarters, 99 York St. (Rte. 1), Kennebunk. Guest speaker: Eric Small. All Republican women are invited. FMI: ycgopwomen.ycrwc@ gmail.com or 207-468-2395.
Tuesday, September 16
Cyanotype Workshop
1-2 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Participants use the power of the sun to make their very
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own nature-inspired cyanotype prints. All supplies provided. Rain date: Sept. 18. $13/$10. Registration required at www.wellsreserve. org/calendar or 207-646-1555.
Community Farming & Grassland Birds
7 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm’s Mather Auditorium, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells, and via Zoom. Ornithologist Noah Perlut of the University of New England discusses threats to Maine’s grassland birds, including Bobolinks and Savannah Sparrows. Presented by York County Audubon. Free. Registration required at www.yorkcountyaudubon.org.
Wednesday, September 17
Let’s Go Tidepooling
12:30-3:30 p.m. in the Kennebunk tide pools, led by Carol Steingart of Coast Encounters. A program of the Wells Reserve at Laudholm. Registration required at www.wellsreserve.org/calendar or 207-6461555.
Thursday, September 18
Mindful Experience
3-5 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells. Participants slow down and open themselves to the sights, sounds and scents surrounding the Laudholm Campus. For ages 12 and up. $8/$6. FMI and to register: linda@wellsnerr.org, www.
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Barn Gallery Talk
6 p.m. at Barn Gallery, 3 Hartwig Ln., Ogunquit. Featuring OAA painters Charles Cramer and Roland Salazar Rose. Free and open to the public. FMI: www. barngallery.org or 207-646-8400. Pets and the Afterlife
6-7:30 p.m. at Sanford Adult Education, 668 Main St., Sanford. Medium and author Rob Gutro discusses coping with grief after losing a beloved pet. Gutro identifies the signs pets who have moved on give us and the science behind why living pets can sense entities. $20. FMI and to register: https://tinyurl.com/PetsAndAfterlife2025.
Thursday, September 18
– Sunday, September 21
JAR One-Year Anniversary Community Event
8 a.m. - 8 p.m. at JAR Cannabis, 15 MacLellan Ln., Eliot. Four-day community event featuring local vendor pop-ups, raffles, giveaways, community activities, exclusive anniversary specials. Live DJ and grilling Friday, 3-5 p.m. For adults 21+, ID required to attend. FMI: www.jarcannabis.com.
Friday, September 19
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Tyler Anderson, 31
BERWICK – Tyler Anderson, of Berwick, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 4, 2025, as a result of injuries sustained in an ATV accident.
Tyler is survived by his loving girlfriend, Keri Roche; father Steve Anderson and stepmother Miranda of Berwick; brother Matthew Anderson of Windham; mother Marquita Hershour and her spouse, John, of Louisville, KY; brother Travis Metivier of Houston, TX; paternal grandparents, Donald and Judy Anderson of North Berwick; as well as a large extended family and many friends who loved him dearly.
Born and raised on Hall Road in Berwick, Tyler spent his childhood immersed in the outdoors, riding bikes, dirt bikes, and 4-wheelers with his best friend, Shane DeSantis. He graduated from Noble High School in 2012, surrounded by lifelong friends including Jake, Sam, Colin, and Ian.
After high school, Tyler found his path in the family business, Anderson Swett, Inc., before discovering his true passion for HVAC work with J.E. Dowling Mechanical Contractors. At J.E. Dowling, Tyler became a cherished member of the team, earning the respect and admiration of his coworkers. His boss, Justin, recently said, “Tyler was the most genuine person I knew.” His dedication to his work was matched only by his loyalty to his friends and loved ones.
Tyler’s love for life was evident in everything he did, especially his cherished little homestead next to his childhood home. He and Keri built a life together, working on their farm, caring for animals, and making memories in the place he always called home. Whether on his tractor, tending to the yard, or enjoying a cold Bud Light, Tyler embraced the simple pleasures that brought him joy. His infec-
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tious smile, endless stories, and his signature “Love you” at the end of every conversation will be deeply missed.
Tyler was a free spirit who lived life on his own terms, never fearing the future, and always making the most of each day. His heart was as big as his smile, and his loss will be felt by everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Tyler’s light will continue to shine in the hearts of his family and friends, even as we struggle to come to terms with his untimely departure.
Visiting hours were held at Johnson Funeral Home, 26 Market Street, North Berwick, on Wednesday, September 10, from 3 to 5 p.m., with a time of remembrance at 5 p.m. A private burial took place at Hillside Cemetery in North Berwick.
Tyler, you may be gone from our sight, but you will never be gone from our hearts.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home, North Berwick where condolences may be shared at www. johnsonfuneralhomeme.com.
Gail Ann Collins 82
KITTERY POINT – Gail
Ann Collins (née Kennedy) passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
A woman of profound grace, class, unwavering devotion, faith, and quiet strength, Gail’s life was defined by her deep care for others – whether as a nurse, wife, mother, sister,
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friend, or a treasured “Gammie.”
Born and raised in the coastal town of Kittery Point, Gail was the devoted daughter of the late P. Roger Kennedy and J. Edna (Thoreau) Kennedy, and sister to Karen Kennedy. She carried the heart of her hometown with her throughout life – its values of kindness, humility, and the calming nature of the ocean remained deeply ingrained in her. Kittery Point was always her “forever home.”
Gail met the love of her life, Edward J. Collins Jr., while they were both students at Boston College. Their bond was instant, and their love grew into 41 years of marriage filled with joy, laughter, and unwavering commitment. In their later years, after “Eddie” suffered a massive stroke, Gail devoted herself entirely to his care – tending to him around the clock with tenderness, love, and tireless dedication, exemplifying the depth of her love, strength, and resiliency.
She and Eddie raised their family in Saugus, MA, where they built a home rooted in love, tradition, and community. Gail was the beloved mother of Daniel, Patrick, and Katie, and the heart of their world. She never missed a baseball game, a scraped knee, or a moment when a consoling ear was needed. Her children knew her as their fiercest protector, biggest cheerleader, and soft place to land.
To her five grandchildren – Jeny, Joey, Jack, Max, and Paige – she was lovingly known as “Gammie.” Her boundless love and presence in their lives was a gift, filled with family vacations, bedtime stories, warm hugs, family traditions, and an endless supply of unconditional love.
Gail was a dedicated nurse, whose career was defined by compassion, steadiness, and skill. Her gift for caregiving extended far beyond her profession – it was simply who she was. She never met a stranger and had an uncanny ability to bring calm
to chaos, to listen deeply, and to comfort effortlessly.
Gail Ann Collins will be remembered as a devoted wife, proud mother, adoring Gammie, caring daughter, loyal sister, best friend, compassionate nurse, and the quiet, steady light at the center of her family. She is now reunited in peace with her Eddie and beloved dog, Seamus.
Her love, her lessons, and her legacy will live on in all who were lucky enough to know her. She will be missed beyond words – and loved forever.
A private family service will be held in her memory. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, a cause close to their hearts.
For online tributes and condolences, visit www.thequinnfuneralhome.com.
John A. Lyczak, 76
YORK – John A. Lyczak, of York, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025 at his home. For 51 years, he was the beloved husband of Sandra L. (Roche) Lyczak.
John was born in Portsmouth, NH on June 8, 1949, son of the late Alfred and Dorothy (Weeks) Lyczak.
John served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War as a helicopter crew chief until his honorable discharge in 1970. Prior to his retirement, he worked at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for more than 25 years.
Two hobbies that brought
John great joy were flying small airplanes and gardening at the beautiful home he designed and built. He had a great passion for trains and for animals. Most years of his life were spent with a rescue dog by his side. John and Sandra enjoyed spending time with the wonderful community of friends in their close-knit neighborhood.
Besides his wife, Sandra, he is survived by his son, Michael; stepchildren Laurie, William, and Wendy and their spouses; seven grandchildren; a sister, Deborah; a sister-in-law, Anne; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 13, at 1 p.m. at the Central Cemetery, 20 Central Road, Rye, NH. Flowers may be sent in care of the J. Verne Wood Funeral Home - Buckminster Chapel, 84 Broad Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801.
Memorial donations may be made at www.nhspca.org/ commemorative-gifts. For online condolences, visit www.jvwoodfuneralhome.com.
Glenis Gail Darling Moody, 88
WELLS – Glenis Gail Darling Moody passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 28, 2025 at 11:45 p.m. She was born July 6, 1937
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to John Anson Darling and Idona McPheters Darling, one of seven children. Glenis spoke often and fondly of growing up on the family farm on Depot Road in Wells and all the fun –and trouble – she would get into with her siblings Russell (Marilyn) Darling, Rita (Lee) Coulton, Merna (Richard) Burden, John Jr (Karen) Darling, Crystal (Teddy) Brown, and Keith (Donna) Darling.
Glenis married Peter B. Moody on September 26, 1958. They were married for 62 years until Peter’s passing in 2021, and had four children: Peter (Judy) Moody, Penny Freeman (Steve Warner), Patrick (Amy) Moody, and Pamela Moody-Maxon (Shane); 14 grandchildren: Dustin and Lindsey Freeman, Abigail (Russell) Johnson, Jacob (Betsy) Moody, Hannah, Nicole, Wesley, Haley and Kristina
Moody, Brody, Maren, Kendall, Payton, and Piper Maxon; and two great grandchildren, Gage and Harper Johnson.
Family was everything to Glenis, affectionally known as “Meme” to her kids, grandkids, and many others around Wells. She was a steadfast supporter of anything her kids and grandkids were doing – especially playing basketball – and was a fixture at many Wells sporting events over the last 50 plus years.
In 1962, Glenis and her husband bought land on Webhannet Drive where they built and ran Moody’s Cottages for over 38 years. Their daughter, Penny, then took over for the next 20 years. Their grandson, Dustin, now owns the cottages, keeping them in the family for three generations. Glenis worked from sunup to sundown at the cottages – there wasn’t a cleaner place to stay in Southern Maine! Meme’s favorite thing to ask Dustin was “Are you full?”
Glenis was a hard worker and enjoyed having something to do each day. Her home was
always clean, and her children and grandchildren were always well cared for. Peter and Glenis took pleasure in simple things like driving around the beach at night, going out for ice cream most nights, and spending winters in Indian Rocks Beach, FL. Being a thrifty lady, Glenis enjoyed thrift shops and yard sales, and couldn’t wait to show off her “finds” to her children.
Per Glenis’ wishes, the family held a graveside service at Oceanview Cemetery on Thursday, September 4 at 10 a.m., followed by a celebration of life at 159 Lupine Lane, Wells, Pamela Moody-Maxon’s barn. There, all shared stories of Meme and enjoyed each others’ company during this time of great loss.
To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit Glenis’ Book of Memories page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells.
Michael Surbeck Putnam, 68
YORK – Michael Surbeck Putnam, of York Beach, died unexpectedly on August 25, 2025. He was 68.
of Pittsburgh, PA; his daughter, Lindsay, and husband Samuel of Bangor; granddaughter Charlotte; and dog, Buddy. He is also survived by his brothers, Roger III and his wife Sally, and Jeffrey and his wife Kate; sister Julie; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Contributions may be made in Michael’s memory to the Animal Welfare Society of Kennebunk or a shelter of your choice. For online condolences, visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com.
Albert Mark Quaker, 81
BERWICK – Albert Mark Quaker, of Berwick, died on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Wentworth Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH, after a long illness.
Albert was born in Harrisburg, PA on August 23, 1944, to Arthur and Marie (Donley) Quaker. The family moved to Fresno, CA, where Albert graduated from high school in 1962. He served honorably in the US Army for eight years during the height of the Vietnam War.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, September 15, at Southern Maine Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Springvale.
To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, visit Albert’s Book of Memories Page at www.bibberfuneral.com. Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 62 Cemetery Road, Berwick.
Gary Lee White, 78
YORK & OGUNQUIT –Gary Lee White, of York and Ogunquit, passed away on September 2, 2025 after many years of health challenges and failing to recover from a recent medical procedure. He was born on October 16, 1946 in York to Lee and Gloria (Goodwin) White.
As a member of a Navy family, Gary grew up in San Diego, CA, and Key West, FL, finally settling in York. Gary was a 1965 graduate of York High School, and studied at The Famous Writers School, the University of Alabama, and the University of Maine in Orono.
Michael was born October 20, 1956, in Augusta, to Elizabeth S. Putnam and Roger A. Putnam, the third of four children. He grew up in Cape Elizabeth and graduated from Cheverus High School before attending the University of New Hampshire. Michael married his wife, Bonnie, in 1984, and had a long career in the restaurant industry. He was an avid UNH sports fan, and attended countless football and men’s hockey games with his father and children.
Michael was also a history buff, lover of animals, and Red Sox supporter. But most of all, he cherished spending time with his family and his closest friends.
Michael is survived by his wife; his son, Alex, and wife Diana
Albert moved to Berwick in 1981 and shortly thereafter he met and married Caryn Wurth. The couple went on to raise two children together and later on adopted two more. Albert became an active member of the Berwick American Legion Post 79.
Albert enjoyed watching professional wrestling, loved going to the casino, and his favorite ice cream flavor was black raspberry.
Albert is predeceased by his parents, Arthur and Marie Quaker. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Caryn Quaker; his sons, Mark Quaker and his wife, Ana, and Ryan Carr; his daughters, Melissa Melnik and Sarah Rockwood; and his granddaughter, Aria Rockwood, all of Berwick.
In 1974, Gary and his father started an auto paint and car detailing business on Beech Ridge Road and operated it for many years. Gary was passionate about Eastern philosophy, sharing a Buddhist perspective in many situations using his great wit and humor.
He was heavily influenced by a wide range of musicians and artists, including Bob Marley, Bob Dylan, Vincent Van Gogh, the mystic poet Rumi, and philosophers Ram Dass and Alan Watts, among others.
Known as “The Great White” among his many friends, he also enjoyed traveling to Europe, Jamaica, and St. John. Gary was a voracious reader, an avid sports fan across the board, a tournament chess participant, and a student of history, world news, and golfing – in his youth he worked as a caddy at Pinehurst.
The natural world – the ocean, sea, and sky, Nubble Light, and specifically walking the Marginal Way in Ogunquit – were deeply enriching experiences for Gary. For many years, he was a devoted caregiver to his mother, shopping daily at Hannaford’s to bring her lunch and necessities.
Gary was predeceased by his father, Lee White. He is survived by his mother, Gloria White; many cousins, nephews, and extended family members;
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Nominations Open for Maine Women’s Hall of Fame
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Nominations for the 36th Maine Women’s Hall of Fame 2026 are now being accepted. The award honors those who have made an outstanding contribution to improving opportunities for all Maine women. Deadline for submissions is November 1.
Any organization or individual can nominate an outstanding woman whose achievements have made a significant statewide impact and improved the lives of women in Maine, and whose
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and his longtime companion, partner, and friend, Jean Husby.
A special “Thank you” to the entire staff at York Hospital for their excellent, compassionate care.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Marginal Way Preservation Fund, PO Box 1455, Ogunquit, ME 03907.
No burial or memorial services are planned at this time. For online condolences, visit www.lucaseatonfuneralhome.com.
contributions have enduring value for women. Nomination requirements and submission information are online.
An induction ceremony in the spring of 2026, typically held during Women’s History Month in March, will honor the woman or women of achievement selected by an independent panel of judges.
Past inductees include authors, athletes, artists, activists, administrators, political and religious leaders, educators, doctors, lawyers, scientists, and college presidents. Among the most recent honorees: physician Julia McDonald, community activist Nancy Fritz, and astronaut Jessica Meir. A full list of inductees, starting with Sen. Margaret Chase Smith and women’s health advocate Mabel Wadsworth in 1990, is available online.
The Maine Business and Professional Women/Maine Futurama Foundation established the Maine Women’s Hall of Fame. The Bennett D. Katz Library at the University of Maine at Augusta houses a collection of photographs, video recordings and other materials from the Hall of
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Fame induction ceremonies, as well as a permanent public gallery of inductee portraits. Maine
BPW/Futurama Foundation, in partnership with the Maine Community Foundation, also awards annual scholarships to outstanding Maine women to help them
achieve economic self-sufficiency.
For more information and to submit a nomination, visit www. bpwmefoundation.org/maine-womens-hall-of-fame/nominations.
~ Arts & Entertainment ~ Artist Dustan Knight shows ‘Creative Joy’ at YPL
YORKYork Public Library is pleased to announce “Creative Joy,” a solo exhibition of works by artist Dustan Knight, on display through October 31 in the library’s Upper Level. A reception for the artist is scheduled for Tuesday, September 16, from 5 to 7 p.m.
Knight holds an MFA from Pratt Institute and an MA in Art History from Boston University, and brings more than forty years of creative exploration to this collection. Her career spans three decades of teaching at the New Hampshire Institute of Art, University of New Hampshire, Maine College of Art, and Heartwood College. She has participated in numerous residencies, including the MacDowell Colony, the Cummington Art Residency, and the New Hampshire State Artist Fellowship. She has also taken part in numerous public art commissions.
Knight’s artwork has been published in “Painting the Im-
pressionistic Landscape” (2017) and “Ten Piscataqua Painters” (2021) and featured in Watercolor and ArtScope magazines. A majority of Kinght’s work has been commissioned and included in national corporate collections such as Macy’s, regional hospital collections, and public art collections throughout New Hampshire. She is represented by Art3 Gallery in Manchester, NH and Chase Young Gallery in Boston, MA.
Knight’s paintings center around how light enriches a nat-
ural landscape. Her expressive, abstract style can be described as dramatic, rich, loose and energetic, recognizable for her sophisticated use of color and complicated surface textures. Drawing inspiration from rugged granite ledges, pine-crowned islands, and the shifting coastal light of New England, Knight often paints at home or at her studio at the Button Factory in Portsmouth, NH.
“This exhibition showcases forty years of my life making art and living a creative life. I work in several styles that I return to continuously – ambiguous narratives inspired by overheard snippets of life, abstract landscapes that express my experiences in nature, and playful works that explore themes of chaos, humor, and joy. Artists rarely fit into just one box, and this show offers a window into the breadth of what it means to sustain a creative journey over time,” Knight said.
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“Creative Joy” offers a lively, diverse, and deeply personal view of Knight’s artistic evolution. From narrative scenes to lyrical abstractions, the show celebrates the vitality of a career dedicated to seeing – and making – with curiosity and joy.
The York Public Library is located at 15 Long Sands Road in York. For more information, visit www.yorkpubliclibrary.org or call 207-363-2818.
Fall Workshops for Kids, Adults
KENNEBUNKThe Brick Store Museum has announced a full lineup of hands-on workshops this fall, designed to spark creativity in both children and adults. From colorful art projects on Early Release Wednesdays to immersive evening and weekend workshops for adults, the museum offers opportunities for all ages to learn new skills, connect with local artists, and create something truly unique.
The adult workshops give participants the chance to explore traditional and contemporary art techniques. Workshops include:
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Sing For Unity Event Promotes World Peace
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On Sunday, September 21, Wells Democracy In Action is hosting a Sing For Unity celebration at the Wells Activity Center, 113 Sanford Road, at 2 p.m. Joyce Andersen and Pihcintu Girls
Choir will be the featured guests during the event.
Sing for Unity is a worldwide musical movement that promotes peace, unity and community. On Sunday, September 21, 2025, the U.N. International Day
Audubon Program to Focus on Grassland Bird Conservation
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York County Audubon will host a free public program Tuesday, September 16, at 7 p.m. at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm and online via Zoom.
The program, titled “Community Farming & Grassland Birds: A Local Conservation Strategy,” will feature Dr. Noah Perlut, an ornithologist and professor in the School of Marine and Environmental Programs at the University of New England.
Perlut has studied Bobolinks since 2002 and leads the Perlut Lab, which examines how human land use and habitat management affect wildlife. His research employs technology such as miniature tracking devices and genetic tools to better understand bird movement, behavior, and survival.
Populations of Bobolinks and Savannah Sparrows have been declining across the Northeast, in part due to increasing grassland development and the loss of breeding habitat. Perlut will share findings that connect conditions on Maine’s breeding grounds with the rest of the birds’ annual life cycle, much of which is spent far from the state.
The event is open to all ages and requires no registration for in-person attendance. Those wishing to attend virtu-
ally must register in advance at yorkcountyaudubon.org. After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email with Zoom access information.
of Peace will be observed with voices from across the globe joining in song to deliver a message of global solidarity and shared purpose. The movement encourages local gatherings on that date as part of a global campaign to raise voices in support of peace, unity, and community. The event is free, family-friendly, and open to the public.
Andersen is a musician who writes and performs songs about peace and community, addressing today’s global challenges. Her song “Filled With Love” has been described as both an anthem of hope and a call for social change.
Her style blends engaging lyrics with lively music that often encourages audience participation.
The Pihcintu Girls Choir, led by award-winning songwriter, producer and performer Con Fullam, is a Portland chorus made up of girls and young women from around the world. The group performs songs of
peace, unity, resilience and hope. According to one description, “The children and their music are transformative. Being in their presence is a life-enhancing experience and they touch the hearts of all who hear them!” For more information, email wells.democracy.in.action@ gmail.com.
Community Day at the Sayward-Wheeler House
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The public is invited to Community Day at the Sayward-Wheeler House, where visitors can explore York’s maritime history and learn about the future of coastal New England through a series of programs throughout the day.
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Historic New England’s director of sustainability will discuss how resiliency planning is shaping the future of the property. From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., guests can learn about preservation
projects at the house, the use of traditional materials in the house’s restoration, and careers in the historic trades.
Free guided tours of the house will also be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Community Day will be held rain or shine, and admission is free.
The Sayward-Wheeler House dates to around 1718 and overlooks the York River. Once home to Jonathan Sayward, a prominent colonial merchant, judge and civic leader, the house retains remarkably intact mid18th-century furnishings and portraits. Donated to Historic New England in 1977 by the last family heirs, the property
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The Ogunquit Art Association (OAA) continues its 2025 season of exhibitions and programs with its Fall Art Exhibitions, happening now through
has been preserved “as a unified whole” to honor its history.
The Sayward-Wheeler House is located at 9 Barrell Lane Extension, in York. Street parking is available along Barrell Lane Extension. Parking is limited; visitors are encouraged to walk or bike to the property. The house can be reached via the Fisherman’s Walk. For more information, call 207-384-2454.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 20 • 8:45AM - 1:30PM
Six alternating instructors participating!
Pledge raisers dance free all day! 1/2 Hour of Beginner Class for Public at 11:15am, $5 per person
PLEDGE RAISERS OF $120+ WILL HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN $100 WORTH OF SCRATCH TICKETS Spectators welcome for $5 donation • Lunch available
PLEDGE FORM: Pick it up at Wells Ogunquit Senior Center or text 207-468-9747 to have it sent to you!
October 13 at the Barn Gallery. An opening reception for the exhibit will take place from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, September 13. The event is free and open to the public.
Highlights include “OAA Expressions,” a showcase of subjects and mediums, and artist showcases featuring painters Charles Cramer and Roland Salazar Rose. Memorial exhibitions honor OAA artists Polly Moak, Paul Paris and S. Patricia Benson. The Expanded Collectors Gallery will feature ready-tohang artwork, each piece no larger than 16 by 20 inches. The Sculpture Court will display works by OAA sculptors and invited New England sculptors.
A free gallery talk with Cramer and Rose will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 18 at the gallery.
Barn Gallery is located at 3 Hartwig Lane in Ogunquit. For more information, visit www. barngallery.org.
Landscape Felting: Tuesday, September 16, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Maine State Flag Embroidery: Thursday, September 25, 5 to 7 p.m.; Needle Felted Garlands: Tuesday, September 30, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each program is led by skilled local instructors and includes all materials.
On early release days from school, students from for grades 1 to 5 are invited to spend the afternoon at the museum creating hands-on art projects. Each session runs from 1 to 3 p.m. and is designed for children in grades 1 through 5. Needle Felting & Potions: Wednesday, October 1; Corn Husk Color Art: Wednesday, November 5; Paper Lanterns: Wednesday, December 3. The workshops give young artists the chance to experiment with new materials, learn creative techniques, and bring home their own unique creations.
Advance registration is required. For more information and to register, visit www.brickstoremuseum.org/museumschool or call 207-985-4802.
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2nd Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival
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Great Works Regional Land Trust (GWRLT) is thrilled to announce the return of the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, taking place Friday, September 19 at Wells High School, 200 Sanford Road, Wells. The evening of environmental and adventure films celebrates the beauty of the natural world while spotlighting important issues affecting our planet and communities.
Now in its second year, the festival has quickly become a favorite event for conservationminded individuals, families, and outdoor enthusiasts in southern Maine and beyond. As the excitement builds, GWRLT is seeking sponsors to help support this signature event.
“This festival is more than just a night of great films,” said GWRLT Executive Director
Jordan Kelley. “It’s a gathering of people who care about the land, clean water, and preserving the natural spaces that make Maine so special. With support from our sponsors, we can reach more people and amplify the impact of our work.”
GWRLT is aiming to raise $20,000 from ticket sales, donations, and event sponsors, which will help continue their mission of conservation. Tickets are $20 general admissions, $10 for children and student.
Sponsorship opportunities offer a range of benefits, including brand visibility at the event, recognition in promotional materials, and complimentary tickets. Interested organizations may contact GWRLT at 207-6463604.
Since 1986, Great Works Regional Land Trust has con-
‘Risky Business’ on the Silver Screen
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It’s not the 1980s version with Tom Cruise, but a 1925 comedy-drama about a rich socialite in love with a poor country doctor. It’s “Risky Business,” starring 1920s starlets Vera Reynolds and Zasu Pitts, to be screened on Wednesday, September 17, 7 p.m. at the Leavitt Theatre in Ogunquit. The screening will feature live accompaniment by Jeff Rapsis.
The Leavitt is celebrating its 100th anniversary, having served the community continuously since 1925. To honor this long record, the venue has programmed a season of vintage silent movie classics from 1925 with live music.
In “Risky Business,” a
widowed Mrs. Stoughton wants a good match for her only daughter, Cecily, for whom she’s chosen the rich and debonair Richard Coults-Browne. Cecily, however, only has eyes for the handsome and compassionate country doctor, Ted Pyncheon. When Cecily announces her engagement to the doctor, her mother still believes she knows best – and decides a taste of country life is just the medicine to bring her little girl back around to her way of thinking.
Reynolds started in movies as a “bathing beauty” for Mack Sennett’s Keystone Studios, and starred in a number of short films before appearing in features
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served more than 7,000 acres of land in southern Maine, working across Eliot, South Berwick, Berwick, North Berwick, Wells and Ogunquit to preserve the forests, farms, wildlife habitat and water resources that make the region extraordinary. As a member-supported nonprofit, GWRLT maximizes supporters’ contributions by maintaining hiking trails and conservation areas, providing conservation options to landowners and rais-
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Author Colin Woodard to Speak at the Library
YORKYork Public Library is pleased to host historian and journalist Colin Woodard for a talk titled “U.S. Democracy in Crisis: How We Got Here and What We Can Do About It,” as part of the library’s third annual Bancroft Lecture Series. The event takes place Saturday, September 20, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the library’s upper level.
Woodard, a New York Times bestselling author and George Polk Award-winning
journalist, will examine the structural and historical vulnerabilities that have contributed to the current state of American democracy. He will also explore the role of regional cultures and the potential for a renewed national purpose to strengthen democratic institutions.
Woodard is widely recognized as an authority on North American regionalism and U.S. nationhood. He is the author of six books, including “American Nations,” a Wall Street Jour-
nal bestseller that examines the United States through the lens of 11 regional cultures; “The Republic of Pirates,” a New York Times bestseller adapted into an NBC television series; and “Union: The Struggle to Forge the Story of United States Nationhood.”
In addition to his work as an author, Woodard has reported from more than 50 countries across seven continents. His journalism has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Economist, CNN,
NPR, and other major outlets. He was named Maine Journalist of the Year in 2014 and was a finalist for the 2016 Pulitzer Prize in Explanatory Reporting. He currently directs the Nationhood Lab at the Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy at Salve Regina University.
The event will conclude with a book signing. Local bookseller Booktenders will be on site with copies of Woodard’s titles available for purchase. A reception will follow the talk.
ested may join the waitlist to receive a link to the livestream and a recording, which will remain available for 90 days. For more information and to access the waitlist, visit yorkpubliclibrary. org/calendar.
Registration for the in-person event is full, but those intersuch as “Prodigal Daughters” (1923), directed by Sam Wood, and Cecil B. DeMille’s “Feet of Clay” (1924).
WASHINGTON, D.CSenator Angus King (I-ME) recently joined bipartisan legislation to ensure the United States is well positioned to mitigate potential prescription drug shortages and respond to future health emergencies. More specifically, the Mapping America’s Pharmaceutical Supply (MAPS) Act would improve federal coordination and visibility for essential medicine supply chains by
proactively identifying and addressing supply chain shortfalls or weaknesses.
The act would direct the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in coordination with relevant agencies and the private sector, to regularly update, maintain, and publish a list of essential medicines. Using the Essential Medicines List, the federal government would be required to conduct a comprehensive
risk assessment of these supply chains to assess the key ingredients needed to manufacture essential medicines, overreliance on high-risk foreign sources, sole-sourced products, current domestic manufacturing capabilities, cybersecurity threats, and any other gaps that may reduce the federal government’s ability to identify health and national security risks related to the nation’s essential medicine supply chains.
Pitts became a notable comic actress in movies, and was known for her part in “Better Times” (1919) and in Erich Von Stroheim’s “Greed” (1924). Pitts continued to appear in films into the 1960s, with a bit part in “It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World” (1963).
Alan Hale was both a director and a prolific character actor. Notable roles include Little John in “The Adventures of Robin Hood” (1938) and Danger in “It Happened One Night” (1934).
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“As we work to protect our communities from a future public health emergency, researching and understanding the prescription drug supply chain is a simple way to help Americans stay healthy and safe – since access to medication is such a critical component to modern care,” said King. “The... Act would help prevent prescription drug shortages, ensure that our country is reducing its dependence on foreign adversaries for essential medicines, while also protecting the American public from the effects of a future pandemic. I am grateful to my colleagues in both parties for putting the safety and health of the American people first.”
needed to manufacture drug products to their distribution in hospitals and pharmacies –creating end-to-end visibility. The bill would also require the Department of Defense to submit reports to Congress on drug products that rely on China for critical inputs and finished dose forms.
In addition, HHS, through public-private partnerships, would be required to map all essential medicine supply chains – from the key ingredients
The bill is supported by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, American Society of Clinical Oncology, Angels for Change, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, United States Pharmacopeia, and CivicaRx. Below are statements in support of the bill.
Joining King on the legislation are Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), James Lankford (R-OK), Joni Ernst (RIA), Tom Cotton (R-AR), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Rick Scott (R-FL).
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Health & Fitness
The Maine Council on Aging has announced the 2025 award recipients who will be honored for their leadership at the Change AGEnt Summit, taking place Friday, September 19.
“Our annual awards shine a spotlight on Maine leaders who are quietly dedicating part or all of their careers to making Maine a healthier, safer, more inclusive place to live and work for older Mainers,” said Jess Maurer, executive director of the Maine Council on Aging. “We honor them to ensure Maine people know about their important work and leadership.”
This year’s honorees include the following nominees:
known for addressing complex issues and representing those who may not be able to speak for themselves.
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EXIT Oceanside Realty will host its 4th Annual Mental Health Awareness Golf Tournament on Monday, September 22, at Atlantic Pines Golf Club, formerly Old Marsh Country Club. Registration opens at 8 a.m., followed by a 9 a.m. shotgun start.
ect, a Maine-based nonprofit that works to reduce the stigma around mental illness.
Organizers are aiming for at least 25 teams and 100 players.
The tournament has typically been held in May to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Month, and organizers said they expect to return to that schedule in 2026. For more information, visit www.stayforlife.org/ events.
The tournament raises funds for suicide prevention and mental health programs. This year’s proceeds will benefit Stay; For Life, a nonprofit focused on men’s mental health, and The Kita Center, which helps families coping with the loss of a loved one to suicide. Each group will receive half of the net proceeds.
Brenda Gallant, executive director of the Maine Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Lasting Legacy Award. She is being recognized for her advocacy on behalf of older Mainers, her work to strengthen and support the state’s care workforce, and her leadership on issues including bereavement, equity, and elder abuse prevention. Gallant’s efforts have ranged from shaping public policy at the Legislature to finding solutions for individual clients. Colleagues describe her as a trusted voice in Maine’s advocacy community, where she is
Rep. Kristen Cloutier, DLewiston, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Legislator of the Year Award. She is being recognized for her work on behalf of older Mainers, family care partners, and the state’s care workforce. Cloutier sponsored legislation to formally establish the Respite for ME Program, which provides flexible benefits for family care partners, after first leading efforts to launch it as a pilot. During the most recent legislative session, she also opposed proposed cuts to care worker funding, supported creation of a care gap report, and advanced the Older Mainer’s Act, which directs flexible funding to address shortages in services for older adults.
2025 Trailblazing Advocate Award honors Maine leaders Claudette Ndayininahaze and Dr. Rebecca Spear.
Claudette Ndayininahaze, executive director of In Her Presence, has been named a 2025 Trailblazing Advocate. She is being recognized for her work with older immigrant women in Maine, creating opportunities for them to learn together, connect with one another, and contribute to their communities. Ndayininahaze has also led pro-
Stay; For Life was founded by Angela Whitten after the loss of her child to suicide and works to expand mental health resources and awareness, particularly for men.
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The Kita Center, founded in 2013 as Camp Kita, offers programs and retreats for children and families affected by suicide. The nonprofit provides grief support, caregiver resources, and community programs aimed at helping those coping with loss.
EXIT Oceanside Realty has hosted the tournament since 2021, with earlier proceeds supporting the Yellow Tulip Proj-
Berwick Public Library
Book Club
Third Saturday of the month. Next meeting: Saturday, Sept. 20 at 10:30 a.m. “The Wishing Game” by Meg Shaffer. Copies available to borrow.
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
Library STEM Kits
Kits include astronomy, createa-chain-reaction, engineering, gaming, human body, hydraulics engineering, metal detecting, natural disasters, 4-H galactic quest, rocks-gemstones-minerals, and littleBits coding. There are also outside and inside game kits, and an audio kit for audiobooks.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-676-2215 or visit www.da-hurd.lib.me.us.
Graves Memorial Library
Death Cafe
Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 9 a.m.
A safe and relaxed space where people gather to openly discuss topics related to death and dying. The objective is to engage in interesting, thought-provoking, and life-affi rming conversations. Facilitated by Marilyn R. Gugliucci. Registration required.
Back-to-School Craft
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 3:15-4 p.m.
Participants design their own pet
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rock paperweight and some cool bookmarks. There’s also some cool back-to-school swag to bring home. All supplies provided, registration required.
Write On!
Thursday, Sept. 18 at 3 p.m. Participants put pen to paper with their thoughts and stories, share their writing, and discover their unique inner talents.
Crafter Hours
Thursday, Sept. 18, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Resident artist Rayanne Coombs shows participants how to upcycle an old book into a beautiful fall decor piece. All skill levels welcome, all supplies provided. Registration required at 207-967-2778.
Author Kate Flora
Saturday, Sept. 20 at 2 p.m. Author Kate Flora reads from her latest book, “Those Who Chose Evil” and talks about her writing process.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-967-2778 or visit www.graveslibrary.org.
Kennebunk Free Library
Spanish Conversation
Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Registration appreciated, not required.
French Conversation
Mondays at 6:30 p.m. No registration required. Free and wheelchair accessible.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-985-2173 or visit www.kennebunklibrary.org.
Ogunquit
Memorial Library
Book Club
Meets on the third Tuesday of the month. Book Club resumes Sept. 16 with “Heartwood” by Amity Gaige.
Ogunquit History Group
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2:30-4 p.m.
“Ogunquit Restaurants Through the Decades: Owners, Patrons, and your Most Favorite Meal.”
Fiber Arts Group
Meets on the third Saturday of the month, 12-2 p.m. Upcoming: Sept. 20.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-646-9024 or visit www.ogunquitlibrary.com.
Rice Public Library
FLIR Thermal Camera
The FLIR thermal imaging camera is a great way to examine your home for weak spots in insulation and windows. $20 deposit required, for ages 18+.
Bluegrass Jam Band
Second and fourth Saturday of the month, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Sessions are open to the public – bring an instrument! Upcoming: Sept. 13, 27.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-439-1553 or visit www.rice.lib.me.us.
South Berwick Public Library
Tea and Books
Friday, Sept. 12, 5-6 p.m. Monthly book discussion with tea! “The God of the Woods” by Liz Moore.
Movies and Journaling
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 4-6 p.m. Participants journal about their week while watching “Howl’s Moving Castle” (2004, PG, 1 hr. 59 min.). Popcorn and journals provided. For ages 13 and up. Registration recommended.
Author Talk:
Mary Lou Bagley
Wednesday, Sept. 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Author Mary Lou Bagley discusses her work and her life experiences that color her stories.
Weekly Events See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-384-3308 or visit www.southberwicklibrary.org.
Wells Public Library
Teen Gaming: Jeopardy!
Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 1 p.m. Trivia champs - solo or in teamsput their knowledge to the test in this fast-paced, fun-filled Jeopardy! showdown. Snacks provided. For students in grade 5 and up. Free.
SMAA Medicare Info
Monday, Sept. 15, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Southern Maine Agency on Aging Medicare Program answers questions on Medicare – how to enroll, understanding coverage and billing issues, etc. Unbiased and free.
Introduction to Genealogy
Tuesday, Sept. 16 at 6 p.m. Participants join an engaging beginner genealogy class designed to help them discover their roots. Free.
Adult Crafternoon:
Acrylic Bookmarks
Thursday, Sept. 18 at 2 p.m. Participants use a variety of decorations to craft a personalized, unique bookmark. All supplies provided. Free, registration required. Non-Fiction Book Club
Thursday, Sept. 18 at 4:30 p.m. Meets monthly. This month: “The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Caused an Epidemic of Mental Illness” by Jonathan Haidt. Free.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information Call the library at 207-646-8181 or visit www.wellslibrary.org.
William Fogg Library
Spanish Storytime
Saturday, Sept. 13 at 10 a.m. For children ages 0-5. Lyrics provided. Scrapbooking workshops Saturday, Sept. 13 at 10:30 a.m. Participants bring favorite photos and preserve memories while unleashing their creativity. Hosted by Dianne Eib of Creative Memories. $25, register at front desk.
Weekly Events
See website for details.
For More Information
Call the library at 207-439-9437 or visit www.williamfogglibrary.org.
York Public Library
Voter Registration Day
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. York Town Clerks will be on hand to help voters register, update their voter records, check voter status, and answer questions. FMI and ID requirements: www. Maine.gov.
Art Reception:
Dustan Knight
Tuesday, Sept. 16, 5-7 p.m. Reception for artist Dustan Night’s latest show, “Creative Joy.” Knight will be on hand to discuss her work.
Virtual Author Talk: Gabe Henry Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2-3 p.m. via Zoom. Author Gabe Henry discusses his book, “Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell.” Contact the library for Zoom link.
Alzheimer’s Support Group Saturday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. For caregivers or for people living with early memory loss.
Author Talk: Colin Woodard Saturday, Sept. 20, 4-6 p.m. New York Times bestselling historian and Polk Award-winning journalist Colin Woodard presents his latest book, “Democracy in Crisis: How We Got Here and What We Can Do About It.” Contact the library for Zoom link waitlist.
Little Engineers
Mondays, 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. New! Little ones tinker, build and play. Miss Jo reads a story, then sends the little engineers off to various stations to get creative with fun new projects. For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Writing Group
Third Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. Upcoming: Sept. 16.
Crafting Group
First and third Thursday of the month, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Upcoming: Sept. 18.
Week in Review
Fridays, 3-4 p.m. in the Wheeler Room. For those interested in civil discussion about the previous week’s current events.
For
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Understanding Venous Disease 12-1 p.m. at the Wells-Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells. Dr. Christopher Healey of York Hospital’s Vascular Care Group leads the discussion. Q ‘n A session to follow. Light lunch provided. Free. RSVP by September 15: 207-646-7775.
Wild & Scenic Film Festival 4-8 p.m. at Wells High School, 200 Sanford Rd., Wells. 12 captivating short films from around the world celebrating nature, community action, and conservation. Proceeds to benefi t Great Works Regional Land Trust and its conservation efforts in the Berwicks, Eliot, Wells, and Ogunquit. General Admission: $20; students, children: $10. FMI: info@gwrlt.org.
Saturday, September 20
Breakfast Benefit for Footprints Pantry
7:30-10 a.m. at the Kittery Lions Club, 117 State Rd., Kittery. Scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, beans, coffee and juice. All proceeds to benefit Footprints Food Pantry. $10/adults, $5/children. FMI: 207-703-3032.
Annual Line Dance-A-Thon
8:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Wells Ogunquit Senior Center, 300 Post Rd., Wells. Fundraiser for the Senior Center. Public beginner classes at 11:15 a.m., $5. Pledge raisers dance for free all day. Spectators welcome with $5 donation. Lunch available. Pledge raisers of $120+ will have a chance to win $100 worth of scratch tickets, trophy to top pledge raiser. Pledge forms available at the Senior Center or via text. FMI: 207-4689747.
Negutaquet History Hike
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Negutaquet Conservation Area, 219 Lebanon Rd., North Berwick. Step back into history with guide Brad Fletcher. Free to Great Works members, $5/nonmembers. Registration required at 207-646-3604 or info@ gwrlt.org.
Photo and Naturalist Walk
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at at Keay Brook Preserve, Berwick. Nature and photography walk with Kate Wilcox. This easy 1.25-mile loop trail offers scenic beauty and historical intrigue. Free to Great Works members, $5/nonmembers. Registration required at 207646-3604 or info@gwrlt.org.
Craft & Vendor Festival
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Salmon Falls River Camping Resort, 44 Natural High Rd., Lebanon. Open the public. Live music by Peter Kirby, crafters and vendors, food by Sweetest Memory food truck. Rain date: Sept. 21. FMI: diane.kingsbury@comcast.net.
5th Annual Fall Festival
10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at York Woods Tree, 300 Harold L. Dow Hwy (Rte. 236), Eliot. Live music, food trucks, 30+ craft vendors, discounts on perennials, chrysanthemums, pumpkins, corn stalks, etc. Food drive to benefi t Footprints Food Pantry. Sponsored by York Woods Tree & Products. FMI: www.yorkwoodstree.com or 207-703-0150.
Sunday, September 21
Sing for Unity
2 p.m. at the Wells Activity Center, 113 Sanford Rd., Wells. A free, family-friendly event, held on International Day of Peace, part of a global musical movement to promote unity, freedom, community, and peace around the world. With special guests Joyce Andersen and Pihcintu Girl’s Choir. FMI: wells.democracy.in.action@gmail. com.
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WEEKLY SPECIALS
Wednesdays:
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Angelina’s Ristorante
TUSCAN GRILLE &
2025 Wine Dinners
Each course is paired with wine. The 3rd and 4th courses can be substituted with prior notice. Price per person, plus tax and gratuity.
5th Course: Corey’s Lemon Tiramisu with Drunken Berries
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Available All Day‚ Dine-In or Take-Out
Burrata e Pesto Pizza
Fresh burrata, basil pesto, cherry tomatoes, Romano and mozzarella cheese - $21.99
Chicken & Broccoli Alfredo
Creamy Parmesan Alfredo tossed with pasta and grilled chicken - $24.99 with side salad
Linguine Frutti di Mare
Shrimp, scallops, and mussels in
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Eliot Festival 5K Road Race: Saturday, September 27
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The Eliot Festival 5K Road Race will take place Saturday, September 27, starting promptly at 8:30 a.m. from the Eliot Town Hall parking lot, 1333 State Road, Eliot. The event marks the start of the 44th annual Eliot Festival Days celebration, taking place in the town center. Proceeds from the race will benefit Footprints Food Pantry and the Eliot Fuel Assistance Fund.
The 5K will be fast and competitive. The course is wellmarked, with police escorts along the town’s scenic and rural byways – a great way to kick off the Fall running season!
Walkers and strollers are welcome – no dogs or bikes, please. Cash prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place in both in men’s and women’s categories. Medals will be awarded for winners in all age groups.
After the race, spectators and participants alike are invited to stay for the awards ceremony and refreshments. Eliot Festival Days will also feature a parade, a Kid’s Fun Run, booths, crafts, music, and more!
Registration deadline is 11 a.m. Friday, September 26 – $44 for runners ages 18 and older, and $32 for runners 17 and under. The Festival committee will waive all registration fees.
Limited day-of registration is available until 8 a.m. Runners registering with a team are encouraged to register as members of that team. Designated team captains should register their team before individual members complete their registration.
Runner packets consisting of a bib and swag will be avail-
able Friday, September 26, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Eliot Town Hall. Day-of packet pickup will be available Saturday, September 27 from 7 to 8 a.m. near the starting line.
Free parking is available nearby. Organizers are warning attendees to beware of poison ivy in the parking field. Runner parking will be on State Road across from Wiltshire Road in Eliot. The parking area is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendants will be on hand to direct traffic. Speed limit is 10 MPH.
Attendees are encouraged to be prompt. The day will open with the raising of the American flag at Eliot Town Hall at 8:15 a.m., with the race starting di-
rectly after.
Water will be available to runners at the start/finish area, and a water station will be set up at approximately 2.8 km along the race course.
ChronoTrack chip timing will be done using U.S. Track and Field standards. For more information, visit www.gsrs. com/index.php/node/5201.
Results will be prepared for state and national rankings. For more information, visit athlinks.com and newenglandruns. com. The race will be streamed live at www.gsrs.com/raceresults. Results will be texted to runners shortly after race.
Good luck, and happy running!
CNCC Over the Hill Gang Recap
Thursday, September 4
After 15 weeks and 360 matches, the 2025 Cape Neddick Country Club Men’s Senior League season has come to an end. Once all scorecards were signed and golf bags were placed into the backs of vehicles, the final standings were tabulated.
The league leaders heading into the final week, Rick Clark and Vic Finnemore had a solid 2-point week and held off second place Jed Lowry and Bob Ackley to win the league championship by 1. 5 points. The following teams also finished “in the money:” third place - Mike Estes and Al Korman; fourth placeDave Strzempko and Carl Strawbridge; fifth place - Bob Satter and Lee Page; sixth place - Ed McDonough and George Gochros; and seventh place - Joe Shurila and Bob Whitelaw.
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Weekly Recipe: Pumpkin Spice Simple Syrup
Ring in the fall – and all things pumpkin spice – with this delicious and versatile simple syrup recipe!
Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ground ginger
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. ground allspice
(Note- the spices listed above can be substituted using a general pumpkin spice, found in the baking aisle at your local grocer.)
1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions:
In a small saucepan, combine the water, dark brown sugar, pumpkin purée, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, and ground allspice. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce slightly to a simmer, stirring occasionally to help dissolve the ingredients.
Once the mixture boils and the sugar dissolves, turn off heat and stir in vanilla extract. Steep at least 15 minutes.
Strain the syrup through a finemesh sieve into a clean container. Cool to room temperature before use. Store the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Usage Suggestions:
Add to coffee, lattes, or iced tea. Drizzle over pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal.
Incorporate into cocktails like a pumpkin spice martini.
Recipe adapted from Burrata and Bubbles Homemade Pumpkin Spice Simple Syrup. burrataandbubbles.com
races, with his 11 points in 16 opportunities, Strzempko finished at the top among “A” Players; Dave DiBona and Jay Audet, each with 10.5 points, tied for second. As far as the “B” Players, Finnemore (13 points) ended the season with the most points, followed by Ackley (11 points).
The league was fortunate to have eleven active alternates who served as substitutes when
Little Hawk Night at Marshwood High School
SOUTH BERWICKMarshwood Little Hawks Football and Cheer will host its annual Little Hawk Takeover Night, a tradition that brings energy, excitement, and school spirit to MSAD 35’s new school season. The event will take place at Marshwood High School (MHS) on Friday, September 19 at 6 p.m.
At the beginning of the night, the Little Hawks will form a tunnel for the MHS Hawks as they take the field, giving the younger players a chance to cheer on their role models. During the first half, Little Hawks cheerleaders will remain on the field to perform
called on. They competed in a season-long “Best 8 of 15 Stableford Scores” tournament. Having participated in all but two weeks during the season, Bob Fulton came in first place with 154 points followed by second place Leon Weaver with 142 points.
Besides the weekly optional Canadian Skins games, the league also ran a multi-round Ringers Tournament in two divisions. The winner in Division
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alongside the MHS cheer team while other Little Hawks head to the stands to cheer on their favorite players.
The evening’s highlight comes during halftime, when the Little Hawks Flag Football team takes the field under the lights for a quick skirmish – a memorable moment for both the players and their families. Organizers describe it as a night of fun, community, and team spirit, where the youngest Hawks can celebrate the older athletes they hope to become.
Marshwood High School is located at 260 Dow Hwy., South Berwick. For more information, visit www.rsu35.org.
1 was Audet with a final score of 17-under par edging second place Scott Heminger by a single stroke. In Division 2, the winner was Leon Weaver who finished with a score of 24 under par. Finnemore and Korman tied for secnd place with scores of 20 under par.
The league will hold a closing scramble and banquet along with an awards ceremony and business meeting on Thursday, September 18 at The Sweet Spot.
Lydia Anderson, Jake Barber, Ryan Beckwith, John Byron, Owen Campbell, Sadie Catalogna, Riley Chase, Alexia Clark, Jerrick Costley, Owen Crosslin, Tyzo Diallo, Keira Durgin, Decker Economou, Arvid Feldmann, Keele Ford, Wyatt Gordon, Cora Greenwood, Tobin Hayes, Nola Jackson, Maximus Jordan, Grace Kenney, Layla Kerr, Telma Lopez Mendez, Roeldi Marroquin De Leon, Ben Martine, Noah Matthews, Nancy Mauricio Jimenez, Marilia Suri Mauricio Lopez, Beoaodh McEllin, Lileigh Nadeau, Jonah Nelson, Susana Cecilia Niz Garcia, Abigail Painchaud, Tate Peterson, David Plaisted, Rowan Rhodes, Brady Richard, Evan Richards, Madelyn Rohan, Madelyn Rondeau, Ryheem Sappleton, Everett Sawicki, Ellie Sears, Olivia Sillsby, Blake Simpson-Shepard, Claire Stith, Terrence Swiger.
Commendations
Yusly Rodriguez Marroquin, Tristan Roehrig.
Sophomores
High Honors
Adrian Cunningham, Elizabeth Cyr, Elyse D’Auteuil, Rose Dembele, Emarie Falzone, Remick Matty.
Honors
Sparrowe Anderson, Kylan Berry, Jackson Bertrand, Audrianna Budaj, Greta Butler, Camryn Caine, Mason Carter, Marielle Christiansen, Emma Clark, Nevaeh Clark, Emma Cole, Dylan D’Auteuil, Alexis Daigle, Madison Evans, Rorie Ford,
Madeline Guay, Kate Hawkins, Mason Irwin, Kate Jaca, Aubrey Jackson, Shea Johnson, Asa Lane, Samantha Latchaw, Adante Lee, Harper Malmquist, Lucas Marcy, Daisy McNally, Marlee Mickle, Nancy Niz Garcia, Madison Nunez, Berkeley Pearson, Gideon Quartararo, Jheidelys Rivera-Tavarez, Isaac Rivers, Chase Robinson, Phebe Schroeck, Ryanne Semple, Hunter Tapley, Sufjan Waleryszak, Sean Webster, Nathan Wilcox, Heather Wyeth.
Commendations
Lillian Thompson.
Freshmen
High Honors
Sean Beaudoin, Ian Deichler, Jacqueline Diallo, Adeline Economou, Charlie Greenwood, Keira Hagen, Skye Kawasaki, Emily Krumsiek, Abbigail Preston, Iris Richard, EA Vargas.
Honors
Samuel Abbott, Raegan Allison, Kalel Ancheta, Gabriella Balazs, Owen Burke, Brennan Calton, Eben Camarato, Dominic Cameron, Peter Canty, Kyleigh Durgin, Rigney Fifield, Riley Folkers, Elizabeth Ford, Maxwell Ford, Cameron Fraser, Tirth Gajjar, Amelia Gordon, Aria Grow, Michael Hendrickson, Knox Howard, Soren Hoyt Force, Camden Johnson, Marilyn Kliger, Mathew Long, Braylin Miller, Willow Moulton, Amelia Munro, Genevieve O’Connell, Landon Raynes, Nathanael St. Laurent, Nolan Stutts, Aidan Swiger, Timothy Theriault, Dean Trainer, Roslyn Varney, Norah Walsh, Orion White, Carter Wiles.
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Free Day at Maine State Parks for Library Card Holders SoMe Brewing to Host Charity Golf Outing Benefiting YPL
STATEWIDE
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month, as well as Maine Library Card Sign-Up Month. To mark the occasion, the Maine State Library and Maine State Parks are partnering to offer a special day of free admission to participating state parks.
On Saturday, September 20, park attendees may show their Maine library card at the entrance of any participating Maine state park to enjoy a day outdoors at no cost.
“This collaboration is a perfect way to highlight the value of libraries and the exceptional outdoor values of Maine’s State Parks,” said Andy Cutko, director of DACF Bureau of Parks and Lands. “Libraries open your
mind to the world of literature, and on September 20, your library card is also a ticket to the outdoors.”
“Maine State Library is delighted to partner with Maine State Parks for Library Card Sign-Up Month,” said Maine state librarian Lori Fisher. “With the fall season upon us, providing free admission to many Maine State Parks on September 20 is a natural extension of the types of services and resources that our public libraries provide regularly to their communities.”
Visitors are encouraged to bring a favorite book, find a shady spot, and enjoy some quiet reading time surrounded by Maine’s natural beauty. Whether a novel at Crescent Beach State Park, poetry under a pine at
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
To: Marianne Goodine or Michele Stivaletta-Noble, Keeley Lambert, Mike Livingston, resident of the Town of Wells, County of York, and State of Maine; GREETINGS:
In the name of the State of Maine, you are hereby required to notify and warn the voters of the Town of Wells that the Board of Selectmen of said town will meet at the Municipal Building, 208 Sanford Road, Wells on the 16th day of September 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the evening. The Board will conduct a public hearing to address the vital space need requirements at Town Hall.
SELECT BOARD OF THE TOWN OF WELLS
Town of Kittery: Notice of Public Hearing BOARD OF APPEALS
SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 | 6:30 PM | COUNCIL CHAMBERS & ZOOM
The public may submit public comments for the Public Hearing agenda item via email to kmetz@kitteryme.org, US Mail to Kittery Town Hall, 200 Rogers Road, Kittery, ME 03904, or by dropping written comments off at the Town Hall.
The public may participate in the meeting in-person or via Zoom webinar. Register in advance for the webinar at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84712671630?pwd=ika vmO3vDJQ8opDVHdBwg8kosQiHcX.1
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Webinar participants will be able to submit questions and comments during a public hearing.
Comments received by noon on the day of the meeting will be posted online with the agenda and may be read into the record by the Board Chair or Staff.
The Kittery Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:30 PM at the Kittery Town Hall Council Chambers to consider the following: • 9 Cider Mill Lane – Miscellaneous Variation Request: Pursuant to §16.2.3.B,(6). (d), Jared Fournier is requesting a Miscellaneous Variation for a one-time exemption to net residential acreage for a single-lot division of the property of 9 Cider Mill Lane, Map 49, Lot 7-3, in the Residential-Rural Zone.
Application information is available for public inspection at the Planning & Development Office at Town Hall by appointment only, during regular business hours (Monday – Wednesday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM and Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM). To make an appointment, or to request reasonable accommodation for this meeting, please contact Kearsten Metz at (207) 475-1305 or kmetz@kitteryme.org.
PUBLIC HEARING
APPEALS BOARD AGENDA
Town of York, Maine
DATE: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at 7:00 P.M.
PLACE: York Public Library, 15 Long Sands Road, York
1. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES AND FINDING OF FACTS FOR WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27, 2025 HEARING.
2. ELECTION OF BOARD OF APPEALS OFFICERS.
3. MATTER UNDER CONSIDERATION: Erik Heyland, 68 Pine Mountain Road, requests an Administrative Appeal, Error in denial of permit. The property in question is 68 Pine Mountain Road, Cape Neddick, ME 03902. Map 11 Lot 45-B.
4. CODE BUSINESS
Hearing will be held in the York Library, Long Sands Road, York, and will commence at 7:00 P.M. Adjournment will be at 11:00 P.M. Any agenda items not completed will be continued to the next regularly scheduled meeting. Any changes or cancellations will be updated on the Town of York home-page, under the Meeting Calendar. ~ Paul Salacain, Chair
Lamoine State Park, or a field guide on a trail atop Bradbury Mountain State Park, the day is a celebration of learning, relaxation, and connection.
Those without a library card may visit their local library to sign up. Cards are free and provide the public access to books, digital resources, programs, and events.
Free admission applies to day use only at Maine’s Maine State Parks and Historic Sites, starting at 9 a.m. until closing. The free admission program does not apply to Acadia National Park, Allagash Wilderness Waterway, Baxter State Park, Maine Wildlife Park, Peacock Beach, Scarborough Beach, Swan Island, Penobscot River Corridor, or Penobscot Narrows Observatory in Prospect.
For more information, visit www.maine.gov/msl/libs/directories/public.shtml. To explore Maine State Parks, including maps and locations, visit www. parksandlands.com.
YORKSoMe Brewing Co. will host its seventh annual SoMe Charity Golf Outing on Wednesday, September 17, at Cape Neddick Country Club.
Each year, the brewery selects a different local nonprofit to benefit from the event’s registration fees and raffle sales. This year’s proceeds will support the York Public Library Association. Participants will enjoy a day on
the green at the country club, followed by a post-outing lunch. Registration forms are available at SoMe Brewing Co.’s tasting room, the York Public Library, or online at www.yorkpubliclibrary.org/calendar. Completed forms may be emailed to info@somebrewingco.com, dropped off in person, or mailed to: SoMe Brewing Co., 1 York St. Unit 3, in York, ME 03909.
Trade Winds Win Second Team Contest, Move to First Place
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Beginning with each of their match wins at Cape Neddick on June 11, David Yarian and Vinny LoBello remained unbeaten in the the rounds of the single elimination bracket tournament and were crowned champions in their respective divisions. Yarian defeated Mark Radwan (tiebreaker) and LoBello bested Dave DeBaie (3 and 2). While the four Match Play finalists grinded through their matches on Pease Golf Course’s par 71 layout, forty other “Seacoasters” competed in a stroke play tournament.
BA Girls Varsity Soccer Recap
League Game at BA: Berwick Academy 5 Hebron Academy 0
In pre-thunderstorm humidity, the Bulldogs played their home opener and earned their first shutout of the season with a 5-0 win against Hebron Academy. The Bulldogs are 1-0-0 on the season and are looking forward to a competitive and fun fall.
Setting the tone early, Griffin Demers (Rochester, NH) played the ball wide to Sophia DeSimone (Dover, NH) who tucked the ball into the corner of the net in the sixth minute of the match.
Three minutes later, Phoebe Yaris (Raymond, NH) scored her first career goal off a left foot shot after an assist from Alexa Garcia (Dover, NH).
The Bulldogs continued to play competitively and create opportunities. Demers hit a ripper off the crossbar with her left foot, for example, and Campbell McKee (Brentwood, NH) made a strong shot on goal but the Hebron goalie stopped it. These players and others kept the Hebron team on their toes the entire match.
In the 19th minute, Demers made a pass to Alice Walker (Eliot) who made a shot from the right side to Annabelle Arp (Greenland, NH) who dumped
it in the goal.
Then again in the 28th minute, hungry in the box, Arp scored a second goal off a rebound.
The second half of the game consisted of the Bulldogs maintaining possession with lots of smart passing and pressure.
With ten minutes left on the clock, Charlotte Stachowske (Hampton, NH) scored her first career goal with a one-touch shot into the back of the net.
Berwick Academy record (1-0-0). The Bulldogs plan to bring the same energy to Gould Academy for their next match of the season.
Scoring Summary: 6th S. DeSimone from G. Demers; 9th P. Yaris from A. Garcia; 19th A. Arp from A. Walker; 28th A. Arp from rebound; 70th C. Stachowske from C. McKee.
Information provided by Coach Sarah Anderson.
the Bus,’ a large, refrigerated bus that delivers food to communities where mobile markets are not practical.”
Gather also runs a gleaning program that allows farmers
Dan Soule, Jr. and Mike Martel each posted the day’s best score of 9-over par 80 and tied for First Gross in the Agamenticus Division. Ron Jordan (87 - 15 = 72) was the division’s net winner. In the Bauneg Beg Division, Jeff Werthan (81) finished First Gross in the Constitution Flight and Mike Thomas (86) won the Stark Flight. Doug Prevost (84 - 11 = 73) was the net winner in the Constitution Flight while Jerry Fraser (91 - 17 = 74) finished first in the Stark Flight.
Team Trade Winds backed up their win at Seacoast Golf’s previous event at Breakfast Hill with another victory in the Franchise Game. Peter Kuchinsky’s gross score of 82 aggregated with net scores from Thomas (72), Dan Garvey (74), Rob Sheridan (75), and Bryan Larson (76), helped the Winds sail to another team victory. The defending league champions now lead secnd place Nautical Charts by four points with only three events remaining.
The next Seacoast Golf event is at Dutch Elm Golf Course in Arundel on Wednesday, September 17. Each participant will pair up with another Seacoast golfer and compete in an 18 hole Nassau Four Ball match.
and gardeners to donate fresh produce. Hayes said individuals and families from more than 115 New Hampshire and Maine communities are served through the Portsmouth pantry and free mobile markets. According to Hayes, Gather serves more than 10,000 people each month, with demand expected to rise in light of federal cuts.
The organization is building a new community food center on Heritage Avenue in Portsmouth, scheduled to open this fall, with a larger pantry market, an expanded warehouse and headquarters, a gathering space, and a commercial kitchen.
For more information, visit www.gathernh.org.
YARD SALES
SPORTS AND OTHER
CARD SALE
Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, Andy Griffith, and More!
Saturday 9/20 & Sunday 9/21 9am to 3pm 99 Elm St., North Berwick
MOVING SALE
Furniture, bookcases, sofa, AC unit, household... Park on street. Saturday, 9/13, 8am-1pm 156 York Street, York Look for balloons!
Village Woods is a 36-unit, tax-credit financed housing property for seniors, 62 years and older, within walking distance to York Village.
The waitlist for 2-bedroom units will be reopening Sept. 15 with immediate units available. Applications are added to the waitlist by date of application.
Applications are available at www.yorkhousing.info or by calling York Housing at 207-363-8444.
APPLEGATE VILLAGE APTS, BERWICK
NOW AVAILABLE – Vouchers Accepted! Two bedroom, garden-style apartment on second floor. On-site laundry, parking, 24-hour maintenance, close to center of town. Must meet income limit guidelines. Rent starting at $1,368 plus utilities; security deposit required. NO PETS. Download application at https://www.sterling-management.net.
with great personality! 2-3 Days per week, June-Sept. Inshore fishing aboard the “India Marie”. Call Captain Satch for inquiries: 207-475-4676.
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WINTER RENTAL: WELLS BEACH. Water views from every window! Third floor, 1 BR, 1 BA apartment. Sept. 7, 2025May 31, 2026. Fully furnished. Queen Stearns & Foster mattress. Samsung smart TV with SONOS soundbar. Parking. Gas firepit. AC. One tenant max. $2000/ month, includes all utilities. No smoking. No pets. First, last, and security. Call 207-351-6797.
WINTER RENTAL: WELLS BEACH. Two BR, 1 BA. Sept. 8, 2025 - May 31, 2026. Fully furnished. W/D. Stainless steel appliances. Dishwasher. Gas stove. Gas grill. Quartz counter tops. Samsung smart TV with SONOS soundbar. Stearns & Foster mattress. Parking. AC. Two tenants max. $2300/ month, includes all utilities. No smoking. No pets. First, last, and security. Call 207-351-6797.
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OPTICAL EYEWEAR STYLIST
Are you interested in a career becoming a personal eyewear stylist? You will be helping our patients select the best lenses and frames to fit their personality and prescription needs. You will learn about: different lens options and how they help individuals see their best; lens materials and coatings and how they affect prescriptions; and selecting frames to complement each patient’s unique personalities. Are you looking for hands-on skills? We’ve got you covered. You will learn how to: adjust and make repairs to frames; cut and shape lenses to the patient’s selected frame; and assemble the frame and lenses.
WINTER RENTAL: WELLS BEACH. Three BR, 2 BA. Sept. 1, 2025 - May 31, 2026. Single family home. Water views. Fully furnished. W/D. Stainless steel appliances. Dishwasher. Gas stove. AC. Samsung smart TV with SONOS soundbar. Stearns & Foster mattresses. Parking. Porch. Backyard with patio, outdoor furniture, gas grill, gas firepit. Quiet end of street. Three tenants max. No smoking. No pets. $3000/month, includes water, sewer, trash, snow plowing. Tenant pays heat, electric, cable, wi-fi. First, last, and security. Call 207-351-6797.
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FINANCE & CAREER
Bill Seeks to Strengthen U.S. Blue Economy Via Ocean Innovation Clusters
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A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced legislation aimed at bolstering the U.S. blue economy by establishing Ocean Innovation Clusters and providing $10 million in federal grants to support maritime industries.
The Ocean Regional Opportunity and Innovation (Ocean ROI) Act, introduced on April 9, 2025, directs the Secretary of Commerce to designate at least seven Ocean Innovation Clusters across the United States. These clusters are intended to promote technological research and development, workforce training, and cross-sector partnerships in regions dependent on oceanbased industries.
The bill is sponsored by Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-ME), Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (RFL.), Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-
AL), and Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA.).
Rep. Pingree emphasized the importance of federal partnerships in ocean innovation, stating, “Ocean innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum; it relies on strong federal partnerships and trusted scientific institutions and federal agencies.”
The Ocean ROI Act aims to designate Ocean Innovation Clusters in each of the five National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries regions, as well as in the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes regions. These clusters are intended to serve as hubs for technological development, workforce training, and cross-sector collaboration, helping regions capitalize on ocean-based industries such as fisheries, shipping, renewable energy, and maritime research. Each cluster would be eligible for competitive federal grants to
support operations, administration, and programs that foster innovation and economic growth in local coastal communities. By encouraging partnerships between public agencies, private industry, and academic institutions, the initiative seeks to strengthen the U.S. blue economy while promoting sustainable and resilient maritime practices.
Patrick Arnold, of the New England Ocean Cluster in Portland, expressed support for the bill, stating, “There has never been a more important time to support investment in blue economy ventures that add value to our coastal resources and lay the foundation for the industries of the future.”
The bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. As of September 9, 2025, the bill remains under consideration in the Senate committee.
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there is an adult-only ‘80s Prom scheduled for February 14, 2026, at Village by the Sea. Further information on both of those events will be available shortly.
The pace and success for the fundraising efforts will translate directly into construction. “We had hoped to break ground later this year,” Foley said. “The delay in Planning Board approval has put us a bit beyond that. We’ll
Maine Public Colleges See Enrollment Growth
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Maine’s public universities and community colleges are reporting continued enrollment growth for the fall 2025 semester.
The University of Maine System (UMS) has enrolled more than 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and law students as of late August, marking the sixth consecutive semester of yearover-year growth. Another 1,500 Maine high school students are participating in early college programs, bringing the total number of students in credit-bearing courses to nearly 26,600.
“When our public universities grow, so does Maine’s workforce and economy,” said Chancellor Dannel Malloy. “Our sixth consecutive semester of enrollment gains demonstrates that the University of Maine System is meeting the market with relevant, high-quality academic programs that are affordable, accessible and a proven path to great-paying Maine careers.”
UMS has seen strong gains among first-year in-state students, transfer students, and adult learn-
wait until spring when we hope to have sufficient funds on hand to start.”
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ers. New programs such as the Downeast Nursing Track, online competency-based programs at UMPI, and expanded graduate offerings are contributing to growth. Graduate enrollment across the system has reached nearly 5,000 students, and the University of Maine School of Law has the highest enrollment since 1997, with 292 students.
Maine’s seven community colleges are also reporting increased enrollment, with 15,976 students enrolled as of late August, up 3.2% from last year. The colleges have expanded short-term workforce training, remote learning, and new certificate and degree programs. Tuition remains the lowest in New England at $4,156 per year for full-time in-state students, and many recent high school graduates qualify for tuitionfree scholarships.
Both systems say growth reflects affordability, relevant programming, and expanded opportunities for Maine residents, including transfer agreements, early college, and workforce-focused courses. Official enrollment counts for both UMS and MCCS will be finalized after the fall add/drop period in October.
For more information, visit www.maine.edu and www.mccs.me.edu.
grams that support multi-generational connections, addressing the needs of families from young children to older adults, while fostering cross-cultural understanding.
Dr. Rebecca Spear, program director of the Geriatric Medicine Fellowship at the Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency, has been named a 2025 Trailblazing Advocate. She is being recognized for her leadership in improving access to care for older Mainers and for mentoring clinicians to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. Spear has testified on legislation related to the state’s health care workforce shortage, contributed expertise to policy development, and led efforts to address ageism in health care.
Motivational Services Inc. (MOCO) in Augusta has been named the recipient of the 2025 Business Excellence Award. The organization is being recognized for its efforts to create an ageinclusive workplace that values older workers and supports a multigenerational workforce. Under the leadership of John Zarrilli, MOCO partnered with the Maine Council on Aging to provide staff training, develop action plans, and launch the Change AGEncy Workforce Team, which has worked to adapt physical spaces for accessibility and incorporate agepositive practices into daily operations. The organization has also earned certification as an Age Friendly Employer.
Leslie Hill, professor emeritus of politics at Bates College, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Douglas O. Wilson Rising Tide Leadership Award. She is being recognized for her work with Black elders in Maine, including founding the BIPoC Elders group in 2022 and leading the Black Elders Photovoice Project, which uses photography to document experiences of aging and build community. Hill has also worked to address ageism in grantmaking and to highlight how ageism intersects with racism, sexism, and other forms of bias. The award, given by Community Health Options, the Southern Maine Agency on Aging, and the Maine Council on Aging, honors the late Doug Wilson, who had an impact on all three organizations.
The 2025 awards are sponsored by AndWell Health Partners and UnitedHealthcare. Recipients will be recognized at the Maine Council on Aging’s annual Change AGEnt Summit on Sept. 19 at the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor.
The Maine Council on Aging is a network of more than 140 organizations, businesses, municipalities, and older Mainers that works to support healthy, engaged, and secure lives in homes and community settings.
For more information, visit www.mainecouncilonaging.org.
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ELLIOT, ME: Tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac on 2.34 acres, this 4BR, 2.5BA home blends New England charm with modern ease. Features include a 1st-floor primary suite, spacious kitchen with walk-in pantry, and light-filled living spaces with high ceilings. Enjoy covered porches, manicured gardens, koi pond, firepit, and private access to Little Brook Pond. Just minutes from Portsmouth, it’s the perfect balance of nature, comfort, and convenience. Call Terri Brunette - Cell: 603-401-0145 or Nick Peverada - Cell: 603-660-6699 | Offered at $849,000
YORK, ME: Nestled in the exclusive Sparhawk Reach enclave, this 4BR, 3.5BA custom home blends quiet luxury with coastal charm. Features include a chef’s kitchen, 1stfloor primary suite, library/office spaces, 3-season sunroom, and bonus room. Enjoy a 3-car garage, manicured grounds, and private access to a swimming cove—perfect for kayaking or sunset fishing.
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NEDDICK, ME: Just 2 miles from downtown Ogunquit & nearby beaches, this 3BR, 2.5BA home sits on 1.75 private acres abutting 42 acres of protected forest. Features include a chef’s kitchen, first-floor primary suite, wood stove, hardwood floors, 2-car garage, and walk-out basement with expansion potential. The perfect blend of seaside living & wooded tranquility!
YORK, ME: This 4-bed, 3-bath, 3,976 Sq Ft home harmonizes nature with modern design. From the antique French limestone flooring to the expansive glass walls that invite the dramatic vistas of harbor sunrises and sunsets. Bright, airy main living space with a floating wood-burning fireplace and retractable screens. Private corridors to intimate retreats, with outdoor amenities like native gardens and an oceanside pergola overlooking 510 feet of waterfront.
NORTH BERWICK, ME: New 3BR/2.5BA, 2,016 sq. ft. home on 1.4-acre cul-de-sac lot. Features include open layout, gas fireplace, front porch, back deck, 2-car garage, and future expansion on 3rd floor. Quiet setting near golf, shopping, Bauneg Beg
