Children’s and Teen Programs Tuesday, April 19 at 1:30 p.m. Come to the library to make crafts in the sunshine. Supplies will be provided to create art inspired by the spring season. Be as artistic as anyone could want. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of the Wells Public Library. For more information, […]
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Dancers perform at St. Patrick’s Day celebration
OGUNQUIT — Ogunquit Performing Arts celebrated St. Patrick’s Day on March 12 with a performance by Maine’s Stillson School of Irish Dance, under the direction of Carlene Stillson, at the newly renovated performance space in the Dunaway Center in Ogunquit. Dancers of all ages performed in groups, pairs and individually, illustrating the rich heritage of […]
Composting event ongoing through April 28
The Wells Conservation Commission is participating in a statewide backyard composting bin and kitchen scrap pail sale through April 28. A home compost bin and how-to guide worth a combined retail value of $100 can be purchased for only $49 (tax included). In addition, the Sure-Close Kitchen Scrap Pail, retail value of $20, can be […]
WHS awards student-athletes
WELLS — Alexender Lumenello and Nathaniel Hayward were selected as Student-Athlete of the Month for January and February respectively at Wells High School. The award is in recognition of their academics and excellence in school sports and sportsmanship, both on and off the field. Presenting plaques to Lumenello and Hayward on March 18 were WHS […]
Some municipalities could pay less under county budget
ALFRED — Although the review of the proposed York County government budget is in its initial stages, if it is approved as written, the $19.4 million spending plan represents a modest $128,000 increase to municipalities. However, because of how the municipalities are valued, some communities would see increases in their county assessment, while others would […]
Collectors flock to southern Maine for chance to own part of history
BIDDEFORD — People are drawn to an auction of famous memorabilia for a variety of reasons. An item may take them back to their childhood, or the person to which it originally belonged is a favorite, and having a piece of history is a dream come true. For Mike Long of Biddeford, seeing a sombrero […]
Students reveal hidden aspects of themselves
WELLS — It became an interesting, introspective assignment not only for a group of fourth-grade students but also for their teachers at Wells Elementary School. It became a project to reveal hidden characteristics and yearnings to be someone not yet outwardly recognized as such by others. In March, students of Beth Bush, Melissa Stapleton and […]
Firefighters quickly douse laundry room fire at Admiral’s Inn in Ogunquit
No one is injured as firefighters stop the blaze before it can spread.
Cheese bread bowls are a fabulous feast
This recipe is so creamy, satisfying and perfect as an accompaniment to any protein or simply on its own. With a garlic toast crust that you can bake to your preference, the spaghetti squash shines through the cheese sauce and everything comes together perfectly. Easy and tasty, It’s just that simple! Ingredients: Butter flavored nonstick […]