From left, Wells High School coach Katelyn Rich poses with WHS students Elana Vennard, Ryan Woodward, and coach Shane Daly. Vennard and Woodward were recently honored as Student Athletes of the Month. (Photo courtesy of WHS Athletics Director Jodie Lawlor)
WELLS
Wells High School selects two to receive Athlete of the Month for September
The Wells High School Athletic Department recently honored sophomore Elana Vennard and freshman Ryan Woodward with the student Athlete of the Month award.
Vennard was nominated for the award by WHS field hockey team coach Katelyn Rich, who said that when her team faced the start of the season without a goalie, Vennard stepped in to fill the role. As of mid-October, Vennard has made 105 saves, Rich noted.
Woodward was recognized for his performance this fall on the WHS’ golf team. His coach, Shane Daly, noted that Woodward had an impressive season all year long and is “a great teammate in practice.”
According to Daly, Woodward finished second with a score of 78 in the Western Maine Conference Qualifier. At the State meet held at the Natanis Golf Club he placed 12th, missing the top 10 by one stroke. Woodward is one of 11 freshmen on the 14-member team. During the season he had an average golf score of 39.
KENNEBUNKPORT
Veterans, seniors sought for students’ oral history project
Middle School of the Kennebunks Grade 8 students and the Kennebunkport Historical Society are seeking local veterans and senior citizens to participate in an oral history project Nov. 8 to capture their recollections of what life was like in the Kennebunks during World War II.
Volunteer participants will be interviewed at the school, during 45-minute “blocks” beginning at 7:30 a.m. Volunteers will be required to sign up in advance for security purposes. Those interested in participating should call the Kennebunkport Historical Society for available times and for more information, at 967-2751 or email: KHaight@Kporths.com.
WINDHAM
Therapeutic Riding Center fundraiser back and in person
For the first time since 2019, Riding To The Top Therapeutic Riding Center held an in-person gathering for the 14th Annual Triple B ~ Boots, Band & BBQ fundraiser.
The evening grossed over $200,000 to benefit the center’s clients, horses, and programs.
Local band Under The Covers, auctioneer Elizabeth Holmstrom, and emcee Michelle Taylor of 99.9 The Wolf, donated their time. Schilly’s Catering and Food Services provided barbecue fare and St. Joseph’s baseball team put their base running skills to good use, collecting bid cards as hands shot into the air.
To donate, visit ridingtothetop.org.
PORTLAND
JA inducts several Maine business leaders into Hall of Fame
Junior Achievement’s Maine Business Hall of Fame inducted several Maine business leaders for their positive impact on both the Maine economy and the community during a ceremony held recently at the Holiday Inn By the Bay.
The 2022 inductees included: Dan and Jon Shaw, owners of Shaw Brothers Construction; The Beaulieu family – Lilly Mullen, Zoe Beaulieu Garcia, Eddie Beaulieu, and Rick Beaulieu – who are third- and fourth-generation owners of Springer’s Jewelers; and Dajuan Eubanks, president of Maine Celtics.
The event showcased students from Gorham, Buxton, and South Portland, who shared their reflections from Junior Achievement experiences and mentors with over 350 businesspeople in attendance.
This year’s honorees join a group of 111 past laureates who have been inducted into the JA Hall of Fame.
BRUNSWICK
Animal shelter exceeds fundraising goal
Midcoast Humane’s first annual Paw it Forward Challenge has exceeded its fundraising goal of $50,000 in 50 days, instead receiving $55,200 in 45 days.
The funding has allowed Midcoast Humane to add three new staff members to help clean, feed, administer medication and meet the emotional needs of their animal guests.
Midcoast wishes to thank the anonymous donor who matched the contributions.
BRIDGTON
Two BA alumni join Maine Baseball Hall of Fame
Two Bridgton Academy alumni, Kyle Kennison ’91 and Edward McDonough ’69, were inducted into the Maine Baseball Hall of Fame last week for their lasting contributions to the sport.
Following Bridgton Academy career, Kennison went on to play for the University of Southern Maine Huskies baseball team for three seasons. After graduation, he was drafted by the Seattle Mariners and played professionally until an injury prompted him to retire. During the course of his baseball career, Kennison broke a number of records.
McDonough has been involved in baseball since graduating from Bridgton to the present day. He also played for USM before embarking upon a career as an umpire. McDonough has been a member of the Western Maine Baseball Umpires association for more than 40 years, calling countless high school and American Legion games. As a co-founder of the Collegiate Baseball Umpires Association of Maine, he also has served as an empire for contests at the collegiate level.
FRYEBURG
Fryeburg Academy head of school appointed
Fryeburg Academy’s Board of Trustees has been unanimously appointed Joseph R. Manning as the Fryeburg Academy’s next head of school.
Manning has held many posts in 19 years at the academy, most recently that of associate head of school.
Board of Trustees president Chris Gordon said Manning “has exhibited success at every level.”
Manning has a bachelor’s degree from George Washington University and a master’s degree from the University of Southern Maine.
He will step into his new role on July 1, 2023.
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