Harvest Chill Fall Festival returns Vinegar Hill Music Theatre announced the return of the Harvest Chill Fall Festival. “Following last year’s overwhelming success, the free, family-friendly event promises an even more vibrant celebration of autumn offerings in New England,” organizers wrote in a Sept. 26 news release. “Attendees can look forward to a day filled […]
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Opinion – The ‘process’ of charter revision vote
You’ll soon be voting on the Kennebunk Charter revision. The voters had authorized a new commission, focusing on the recall section. Candidate profiles didn’t appear in the newspapers, so voters were left in the dark for their choices. We had no answers as to who they were, when and where they had come from, and […]
Kennebunk teachers’ union files complaint against school board
The Kennebunk Arundel Kennebunkport Educators Association accuses the district of engaging in a prohibited labor practice and violating the rights of its employees under state labor laws.
Kennebunk offers free ‘lobster trap’ composting bins
Town received a grant through the Department of Environmental Protection.
Business – Huntington Common Charitable Fund creates opportunities for older adults
Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation’s fund seeks to enrich the lives of older adults living in York County, funding a variety of project proposals from nonprofits.
Town clerk receives award for ‘exemplary service’
Merton Brown received the Ethelyn Stuart Marthia Award last week.
Housing trust expands to Kennebunk, Arundel
Kennebunkport Heritage Housing Trust announces name change: Neighborhood Housing Trust.
‘Late-night street takeover’ group hits Kennebunkport
Across the state, groups have been taking over intersections to perform doughnuts and set off fireworks.
Letters to the Editor
Take close look at proposed charter There is an element of the proposed new Town Charter that is not likely to get coverage in the commission’s promotional campaign. Current Charter: Section 3.03: “Select Board member (sic) shall be compensated at rates adopted by the Annual Town Meeting …” Proposed Charter Section 2.1.6: “The Town Council […]
Teachers speak out amid ongoing contract negotiations
About 50 teachers showed up to a Sept. 17 RSU 21 School Board meeting to voice concerns.