When Kathryn Mone arrived at York County Sheriff’s Office in April 2023 it was just at the right time, both for the agency, and for her. YCSO had just developed the new position of major of operations; Mone had 20 years of law enforcement experience in neighboring New Hampshire, including a four-year stint as […]
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County Report: With price guarantee approved, York County Recovery Center moves forward
York County Commissioners have signed off on a $21.9 million guaranteed maximum price for construction of the York County Substance Use Recovery Center. The five-member board made a unanimous vote on Dec. 18, the last meeting of the 2024 calendar year. It was a tangible sign that York County government’s commitment to alleviate the grip […]
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Opinion – Sorting through the process of cabinet nominations
When the season for cabinet nominations arrives, it always reminds me of what former Patriots coach Bill Parcells said about his team and roster: “If they want you to cook the dinner, at least they ought to let you shop for some of the groceries.” Coaches – and presidents-elect – should have the ability to […]
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Business – Kennebunk Savings donates to community hub for older adults
Kennebunk Savings serves as a steward for the Huntington Common Charitable Fund, charged with the mission of supporting nonprofit organizations that improve the lives of older adults in York County. The fund, according to a Jan. 3 news release, awarded a donation – a $100,000 grant to the Southern Maine Agency on Aging, in support […]
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Applicants sought for Educator’s Week on Hog Island
York County Audubon is seeking an educator or community leader to participate in a one-week program on Hog Island in August 2025. Hog Island is located off Midcoast Maine. According to a news release, York County Audubon will sponsor one participant, who can benefit from the Hog Island experience and use it to teach others. […]
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Letters to the Editor
Thank you and Happy New Year Thank you, thank you. Our planet is breathing a bit easier due to our neighbors in Wells, Ogunquit, Biddeford, Kennebunk and Kennebunkport bringing unwanted and/or old textiles, shoes, boots, purses, linens, etc., to our St. David’s November Textile Drive. A total of 6,646 pounds of textiles and 565 pounds […]
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Community News – MLK celebration features R&B, pop and soul
Annual MLK celebration features R&B, pop and soul The band, Higher Ground, will play at First Parish Church in Kennebunk and sing the songs of Stevie Wonder to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Day. The 22nd annual MLK Celebration is set for 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 19. The program will begin with […]
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Kennebunk ReStore site of event honoring President Carter
Habitat for Humanity York County will host a Jimmy Carter celebration of life on Thursday, Jan. 9, starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Kennebunk ReStore. Habitat will live stream the funeral service and have a memorial door for people to sign and share their memories. Habitat for Humanity York County, according to a news release, […]
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UNE hires Renfro as new College of Arts and Sciences dean
The University of New England announced that Wesley Renfro, Ph.D., has been selected as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Renfro will assume his role later this spring. Renfro, according to a Jan. 2 news release, joins UNE with a decade of leadership experience in higher education, most recently serving as senior associate […]
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Cape Porpoise Pier construction expected to improve resiliency
The project will raise the elevation of the pier to avoid water damage and flooding during future storms.
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