SANFORD — Ahh, strawberries – that sweet, very berry taste of summer. The season has begun for the lovely, fragrant, tasty red fruit that is among the first berries to ripen in summer. The u-picks are open, and folks are out picking, gathering berries for all sorts of tasty treats. Lavigne’s in Sanford, Dole Orchards […]
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What fathers do
The week before Father’s Day, my sons gave me a great gift, they went to California for seven days with their grandmother, leaving me and my wife alone for the longest stretch of time we’ve had together in eight years. We immediately realized was how quiet the house was. Shockingly, it turns out we’re not […]
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The curious case of the bounce house scuffle
As tales concerning sprightly children often go, it all happened so quickly. I’d carted my young children solo to a birthday party rife with the stuff little kiddos’ dreams are made of. Balloons in multitudes of colors here, cupcakes in corresponding hues there, blissful children everywhere. There were goodies in infinite flavors, many party favors, […]
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Cash is a hassle, but a smart one
I was holding up the express line at the grocery store, pulling cash out of three different sections of my wallet and my pocket, digging for change and dropping pennies on the counter. It was bad enough that I had 15 items (the maximum is 14), now I was dragging the process out by not […]
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Your lucky numbers are 12, 42 and 88
When I arrived at work the other day, there was a fortune cookie waiting for me on my desk. Because I’m a paranoid, suspicious person (and a government spy masquerading as a giant nerd), I looked around the office warily, half-expecting to see an evil henchman peeking around a corner, snickering and stroking a pointy […]
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Keep family abreast of retirement plans
You might work diligently at building a financial roadmap for your retirement years and a comprehensive estate plan. But you can’t just create these strategies – you also have to communicate them. Specifically, you need to inform your spouse and your grown children what you have in mind for the future – because the more […]
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AWS earns highest ranking from Charity Navigator
KENNEBUNK — The Animal Welfare Society announced that the nonprofit has earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is AWS’ fourth consecutive year receiving the highest grade for sound fiscal management practices and commitment to accountability and transparency. “The Animal Welfare Society’s coveted 4-star rating puts it in a […]
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York family raising assistance dog to be
YORK — Canine Companions for Independence – a national nonprofit that provides assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities – is proud to announce that York residents Ryan and Evelyn Jones and family recently began raising an assistance-dog-in-training. Puppy Leigh is a lab/golden retriever cross who will one day know over 40 advanced commands, […]
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Eagle Scout’s project keeps outdoor cats warm
KENNEBUNK — Eight outdoor cat houses were recently donated to the Animal Welfare Society’s Cleo Fund, completing Scarborough resident Josh Pasarelli’s Eagle Scout project. The project, developed by Pasarelli, must demonstrate leadership while performing a project for the benefit of the community. A successful project is one of the final requirements needed to complete and […]