Dan King

Managing Editor

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Published
January 3, 2024

Obituary – Kevin Perkins

It is with the deepest sadness we share the passing of our beloved son and brother, Kevin John Perkins, 59, of Kennebunk. Kevin passed unexpectedly on Dec. 27, 2023, at his home. He was born April 12, 1964, the youngest son of Carl and Patricia Perkins of Arundel. He worked for Carl R. Perkins Paving […]
Published
January 3, 2024

Obituary – Caroline Flaherty

Our beloved mother, Caroline (Salamone) Flaherty, passed away peacefully at her home in Kennebunk, on Dec. 31, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family, her three daughters, and a granddaughter. Caroline was always a hard worker with many remarkable accomplishments in her work life, but even more remarkable were the qualities that made her […]
Published
January 2, 2024

Our Sustainable City – Things I wish I knew before I bought an EV

Buying an electric vehicle (EV) is an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint, spend less on fuel, and reduce harmful air pollution. While many aspects of EV ownership are similar to owning a gas-powered vehicle, there are some differences that EV owners might not realize prior to their purchase. Here is a brief list […]
Published
January 2, 2024

A Window on the Past – Noah B. Knight, Civil War veteran and longtime town clerk

Active in politics and community affairs, Noah B. Knight was a well-known member of the Cape Elizabeth/South Portland community in the mid- to late-1800s. He was alive at the same time as the famous shipbuilder, Thomas E. Knight, but if they were related, it would be a very distant relationship. We’ve gone back several generations […]
Published
January 2, 2024

Community News – An evening ‘without Neil Young’ is next for Mid-Week Music series

Mid-Week Music kicks off the new year on Wednesday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. with “Another Evening Without Neil Young (but with his music).” Guitarist/pianist Dana Pearson and drummer Ron Breton will present their second annual concert of Neil Young covers at the Kennebunkport Historical Society’s Town House School at 135 North St.. Picking and […]
Published
January 1, 2024

From Augusta – A New Year’s wish: Stay warm this winter

Happy New Year! It’s officially 2024. While it’s a time of fresh starts and new beginnings, as Mainers, we are still facing another few months of frigid temperatures and winter storms. My family and I are still preparing for the weeks ahead, and I’m sure you and your family are, too. That’s why I would […]
Published
January 1, 2024

Letters to the Editor

Plans made for replacement tree To the editor, As most of you probably already know, a very disturbing act of vandalism occurred on Christmas Eve in downtown Kennebunk. The newly-planted and dedicated Christmas tree was cut down. This 20-foot Norway spruce had been purchased and planted by the town to become the town’s living Christmas […]
Published
December 29, 2023

Obituary – Todd Smith

Todd Hamilton Smith, 75, of Kennebunkport, passed away peacefully after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia on Dec. 21, 2023. He had been a resident at Avita Memory Care in Wells for the past two years. Todd was born on Oct. 1, 1948 in Boston, to Herbert and Muriel (Weldon) Smith. He grew up […]
Published
December 29, 2023

Obituary – Vera Piper

Vera Jane (McCollough) Piper, of Kennebunk, died peacefully at age 83 on Dec. 8, 2023. Her daughter, Elizabeth, was by her side throughout her final days. Vera was born in Cumberland, Maryland, on May 7, 1940, to Ernest and Zelia McCullough. Vera was a remarkable person who lived her life fully. She loved her family […]
Published
December 28, 2023

Obituary – Steven Horn

Steven G. Horn, of Kennebunk, passed away on Dec. 23, 2023. He was 81 years of age. Steven was born in Philadelphia on Dec. 2, 1942, to James W. and Rose (Sucknow) Horn. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Temple University in Philadelphia. His career began in 1968 with the founding of Gerald Stevens, Inc., […]

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