Candidate excels at planning, preparation To the editor, “A pillar of the community” is a description I would give to very few people these days. There is, however, one person most deserving of that title, and fortunately, she has decided to run for the Kennebunk Select Board. Karen Plattes exemplifies public service. She has enriched […]
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Community News – South Congregational reschedules Open Mic Night
South Congregational Church announced that Open Mic Night for the Remade in Hope Project has been rescheduled for April 26, 7-9 p.m. with Joe Foster serving as MC. Musicians or presenters are welcome to share music, poetry or spoken word poetry on the twin themes of dark and light, struggle and release, despair and hope. […]
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From Augusta – Creating institutional change to protect victims of sexual assault
This month marks the 23rd year recognizing April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This years’ theme is, “Building Connected Communities,” which shines a light on how working together as a community can build respectful and safe environments. Each one of us has to take the time to do our part, which is why I am […]
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Miles for Mills Weekend strengthens veteran programs
The Travis Mills Foundation raised $170,000 last year and will debut a 10K option in 2024.
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Business – Kennebunkport Conservation Trust promotes Schlie
Nikki Schlie selected for assistant director of finance and outreach post.
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Museum announces art preservation project winner
The NEVA was the first vessel to be launched by William Lord, of Kennebunk, in 1832.
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Obituary – Kent Withycombe
Kent Ross Withycombe, 86, passed away April 4, 2024 in Wells. He was born Sept. 29, 1937, in New Haven, Connecticut, to Dorothy and Thomas Withycombe. Kent was a true professional and perfectionist throughout his life’s work – that of a home builder and remodeling contractor, both in Hamden, Connecticut, and later in Kennebunk. He […]
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Community News – Kennebunk Land Trust schedules Earth Day online auction
Kennebunk Land Trust is holding its 24th annual Earth Day Auction fundraiser, held online from April 22-29. The event brings together hundreds of bidders and donors to auction off local items and experiences from restaurants, clothiers, jewelers, artists, and more. Kennebunk Land Trust is a nonprofit in Kennebunk conserving and stewarding land for public use […]
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Letters to the Editor
Democratic society is obligated to halt book banning To the editor, The act of banning books can be interpreted as a moderate form of book burning since both banning and burning historically outlaw books containing violence, sexuality, negativity, or other controversial issues The practice of book banning involves obligation and responsibility. The former is something […]
