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    March 28, 2024

    Guest Column – I have a tree

    I have a tree, and every day, right after breakfast, I go to the little room I call my office, sit down at my desk and look out the window and there it is, just on the other side of the driveway, on a little rise of ground, standing tall and proud. At least, I […]

  • Published
    March 28, 2024

    Obituary – Elinor Cockfield

    Elinor M. Cockfield, 88, died peacefully on March 12, 2024, at Gosnell Memorial House Hospice in Scarborough. Elinor is survived by her children Edith L. Cockfield, Claire J. Buonopane, J. Gavin Cockfield, Jeffrey W. Cockfield. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, James E. Cockfield. Burial of the cremated remains will be at Evergreen Cemetery […]

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    March 28, 2024

    Obituary – Milford Malloch

    Milford Leroy Malloch, known to everyone as “Butch,” died peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Butch was a family man through and through, a hard worker, and the kindest person anyone could know. He is best known for his position as fuel transport technician for Provencher Fuels where he […]

  • Published
    March 27, 2024

    Community News – Southern Maine Agency on Aging announces spring classes

    The Southern Maine Agency on Aging announced its spring classes of A Matter of Balance and Tai Chi. The classes are designed to enrich the quality of life for adults 60 and older by improving their physical wellness and self-confidence. A Matter of Balance is a falls prevention class designed to help participants increase physical […]

  • Published
    March 27, 2024

    Our Sustainable City – Swap Shop and Electric Tool Library reopening soon

    Good news, the Swap Shop and South Portland Electric Tool Library (SPETL) are reopening the week of April 9. Here’s what you need to know. Swap Shop The Swap Shop is located at the transfer station and is a space where South Portland residents can donate or pick up acceptable household items to encourage reusing […]

  • Published
    March 26, 2024

    A Window on the Past – Caboose Lunch and Rudy’s Diner

    For many of us, the former restaurant at 449 Main St. has seemingly been there forever. Known originally as Caboose Lunch, the diner existed for 70 years, known under a variety of other names, including Tommy’s Lunch, Rudy’s Lunch, Rudy’s All Star Diner, and Rudy’s Diner. Let’s take a look at this small, local eatery. […]

  • Published
    March 26, 2024

    Letters to the Editor

    Candidate ‘is a listener’ To the editor, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all candidates running to support us as our local Maine officials. The time, effort, energy, personal cost, and exposure to risk they all put forth are admirable. As this year’s election season approaches, I ask that you consider casting your […]

  • Published
    March 26, 2024

    Community News – Planning continues for May Day Festival

    Organizers announced that planning continues for Kennebunk’s 26th annual May Day Festival, to be held on Saturday, May 4, and that volunteers are welcomed. The festival, according to a news release, “Needs many volunteers that day to make things run smoothly and it need only be for a short time.” Examples include: helping to line […]

  • Published
    March 25, 2024

    Business News – University of Southern Maine receives gift from Kennebunkport Resort Collection

    The $25,000 donation will sponsor the Parenting Room at USM’s new McGoldrick Center for Career and Student Success.

  • Published
    March 25, 2024

    Business News – Kennebunk Savings Insurance tabs Ross for director of operations post

    KENNEBUNK – Kennebunk Savings Insurance announced the appointment of a new director of insurance operations. Mark Ross, who most recently held the position of vice president, retail experience manager at Kennebunk Savings Bank, was promoted to the role. According to a news release, in the newly-created position, Ross will be responsible for overseeing all operational […]