KENNEBUNK — Construction of the open-air pavilion building on Main Street, now officially dubbed “The Waterhouse Center,” has begun, and the town has implemented a new campaign aimed at closing the fundraising gap that still remains. While the $635,000 project will ultimately be paid for through donations, as well as advertising and rental revenue generated […]
May 2014
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Students to shoot film at Hackmatack
BERWICK — Students and faculty from the Fairfield University Film, Television and Media Arts program in Fairfield, Conn. will be shooting a portion of their feature film, entitled “Wild Kingdom,” at the Hackmatack Playhouse at the end of May and early June. Developed by students under the supervision of program director James Mayzik, the crew […]
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NextGen grants for Maine children offered
AUGUSTA — The NextGen College Investing Plan has more than $1,000 for each eligible Maine child to put toward his or her college costs. The Finance Authority of Maine, which administers the program, is urging parents, grandparents and others who are helping young people to plan ahead for college to take advantage of these grants. […]
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OOB settles lawsuit with former manager
OLD ORCHARD BEACH — An out-of-court settlement has been made in a lawsuit between former Town Manager Mark Pearson and the town, but details are not being disclosed. Pearson sued the town in April of 2013, following his termination from the job. Pearson’s lawyer, John Richardson, said in the lawsuit the town breached the employment […]
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Colby-Sawyer names dean’s list students
NEW LONDON, N.H. — Colby-Sawyer College named the following area residents to the dean’s list for the 2014 spring semester: Diana Campbell of Kennebunk, Samuel Conlogue of Old Orchard Beach and Olivia Jones of Biddeford.
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Guest – Flynn
ARUNDEL — Peter Guest Jr. of Jefferson, N.H. and Claudia Hodak of Arundel announce the engagement of their daughter, Martha P. Guest, to Dan Flynn, son of Heidi Flynn and Randy Flynn, both of Lancaster, N.H. Martha is a graduate of Thornton Academy in Saco and The American School. She is currently employed at the […]
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Thornton tops Massabesic in softball
WATERBORO — Bailey Tremblay pitched a five-hitter with two strikeouts to lead Thornton Academy to a 7-2 victory over Massabesic in an SMAA softball game on Wednesday. Erin Brayden led the Trojans (4-3) offense with her second-straight four-hit game. Alyssa Wardell led the Mustangs (2-8) with two hits, including a solo home run. Kennebunk 3, […]
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Marion E. O’Malley
SANFORD — Marion E. O’Malley, 105, of Sanford, died peacefully at St. Andre’s Healthcare Center in Biddeford. Marion was born Nov. 13, 1908 in Old Orchard Beach, a daughter of Joel and Mabel (Seaward) Hersom. She attended local schools and worked at Kesslen Shoe for many years. Marion was a hard working lady who loved […]
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Lawmakers send shredding case to AG
AUGUSTA (AP) — Maine lawmakers are sending a case regarding document shredding at the state Center for Disease Control to the attorney general. The Government and Oversight Committee unanimously voted Wednesday to refer the sworn testimony it heard to Janet Mills’ office. The Portland Press Herald reports that the committee couldn’t agree on whether officials […]
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Julie Newmar still the cat’s meow
Best known for her role as the original Catwoman in the ’60s TV series “Batman,” Newmar is now offering her thoughts on “how to be a great beauty.” Newmar gave a free public presentation at Goo Salon in Los Angeles on May 3. The hair salon, with its playful and glamorous interior, served as the […]