In the wake of a nonbinding vote during this month’s election, the selectboard has started to draft language for an ordinance that would clear the way for the town to fund the 1st weekend of the annual event.
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Posted inCommunity, Elections, News, Politics
Kennebunkport voters say town should cover municipal Christmas Prelude costs
The outcome of the nonbinding question will impact the wording of a referendum planned for November. Residents also reelected Mary Beth Gilbert to the town selectboard.
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Posted inMaine, News
Yes, Kennebunkport’s Christmas Prelude is still on, organizer says
The Kennebunkport Business Association says the annual event isn’t going anywhere, despite recent news that the town government will no longer fund a portion of the festivities.
Posted inBusiness, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Moviegoers look to the theater for a respite from holiday hoopla
For many, going to the movies on Christmas is tradition; for others, it’s just something to do.
Posted inMaine, News
A Mainer’s guide to a greener holiday cleanup
What to do with the trees, wrapping paper, lights and leftovers.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, News, Religion and Values
For these Maine churches, the story of Christmas and immigrants’ reality tell a similar tale
As congregations count down the days of Advent, the story of Christ’s birth and Joseph and Mary’s flight to another country for safety has prompted church leaders to draw some parallels this year.
Posted inFood, Maine
When it comes to holiday baking, these Mainers are all about tradition
Local bakers say using recipes handed down through generations of their families keeps them connected to loved ones and adds to the magic of the holidays.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Maine’s chances for a white Christmas are looking good, but holiday travel could be snarled
A low-pressure system is moving toward the state and should arrive Tuesday, bringing a return to winter weather after a brief respite. Most of Maine can expect a few inches of snow, forecasters say.
Posted inMaine, News
Biddeford family opens home to all for annual ‘Christmas Chaos’
The Christmas Day event has grown and become an annual tradition at the Seaver family’s home since it began as a small gathering of friends 12 years ago.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Do This
Break from Christmas chaos for a Maine film screening, holiday-themed or not
The best films playing in Portland and beyond, from now into the new year.