Last month, the Maine Legislature passed a two-year continuing services budget designed to provide critical, baseline funding for initiatives throughout the state. In this divisive political climate, this measure is a way for state lawmakers to provide the predictability and stability that Mainers have so clearly asked for. There has been a lot of discussion […]
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Plant and yard sale at Kennebunkport’s First Congregational Church
Members of First Congregational Church in Kennebunkport will host their annual plant sale on Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. The sale will feature tomato plants and dahlias, as well as a mixture of perennial flowers from the gardens of members and friends. Usually there are houseplants and gardening accessories as well. The […]
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Kennebunk-area school district seeks community input for superintendent search
RSU 21 announced that it is hosting an online survey through May 12.
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From Augusta: Helping all Maine workers retire with dignity and financial security
As the Senate chair of the Legislature’s Committee on Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Affairs, I spend a lot of time in Augusta working to help Mainers save money today and in the future. In April, I proudly introduced my bill LD 355, “An Act to Advance the Maine Retirement Savings Program.” For those who […]
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County Report: Committee begins budget review May 7 in Alfred
The proposed budget is up by about 13%.
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County Report: Saco resident and York County Jail captain retires after 40 years
David Lambert started as a corrections officer and, over the years, rose through the ranks to captain.
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Biddeford and Seeds of Hope partnership leads to progress on homelessness
The partnership was launched in July 2024 after the closure of a major encampment.
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Mid-Week Music puts on a fab show in Kennebunkport
Andy MacLeod joins host Dana Pearson on the Mid-Week Music stage May 14 for, “The Beatles: B-Sides and Deep Cuts.” They’ll be delving into the Beatles’ catalog for tunes that have rarely received airplay; e.g. “Long Long Long,” “Hey Bulldog”), as well as classic B-sides like “Don’t Let Me Down” and “Things We Said Today.” […]
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Wells Reserve presentation features ‘How to Love a Forest’ author
Ethan Tapper, a forester and content creator, headlines the May 6 event.
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West Kennebunk Village Committee plans public meeting
The committee will review accomplishments and discuss future plans.