Dan King

Managing Editor

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Published
March 17, 2021

Letters to the Editor

Community composting would be beneficial To the editor, Thanks to our select board and town management for inviting public assessment of the transfer station’s operations and services. It is an excellent opportunity, and so very timely when one considers how waste management can contribute to a healthy community and planet. I am writing not only […]
Published
March 15, 2021

Obituary – Cathleen Pinard

Cathleen L. (Foley) Pinard, 71, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer surrounded by her family on Feb. 28, 2021. Cathleen was born on April 12, 1949 in Biddeford. She was the wife of Emile Pinard, they shared 26 years of marriage together. She was daughter of Charles A. and […]
Published
March 12, 2021

Letters to the Editor

Energy-efficient lights can be attractive To the editor, I applaud Kennebunk’s plan to switch to LED street lights to conserve energy and lessen its carbon footprint. But as the town negotiates with Kennebunk Light & Power over ownership issues and fixture and bulb types, I hope all parties will agree to retain the town’s ornate […]
Published
March 11, 2021

Obituary – Norma Hopkins

Norma “Jean” Hopkins, 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 5, 2021, in the comfort of her home after a brief illness. Jean was born in Reedsville, West Virginia, on Sept. 8, 1937 to Charles V. and Edna Mae Grimm Anderson. Jean married Frank Hopkins and they made their home in Kennebunk, raising three children. […]
Published
March 11, 2021

Obituary – Pierre Boulanger

Pierre Boulanger, 82, of Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunkport, passed away Monday, March 8, 2021, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough following a period of failing health. Pierre was born in Grenoble, France and immigrated to the United States as an infant with his parents residing in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. for 20 years. He attended […]
Published
March 11, 2021

Community News – Uno Pizzeria & Grill celebrates Pi Day

In celebration of Pi Day, UNO Pizzeria & Grill is offering guests a $3.14 individual thin crust cheese “Pi” for dine-in or takeout at select locations, including South Portland. UNO’s invites its loyal customers to celebrate Pi Day with the best way they know how … with the a classic pizza pie. The pizza is […]
Published
March 9, 2021

A Window on the Past – South Portland’s Anthoine Street almshouse evolved into nursing home

This week, we continue the story of the Anthoine Street property that has long been the site of a nursing home, now Pinnacle Health and Rehab. Last week, we talked about Barnum’s Bathing Rooms that started on the site of the mineral springs there. Isaac Barnum had operated a business that offered the chance to […]
Published
March 8, 2021

Kennebunkport Historical Society administrator resigns

Citing ‘family and personal considerations,’ Kirsten Camp leaves post after eight years.
Published
March 8, 2021

Honors

Middle School of the Kennebunks announces second quarter honor roll.
Published
March 5, 2021

Obituary – Audrey Murphy

Audrey H. Murphy, 93, of Gendron Lane, passed peacefully on March 1, 2021, as she was surrounded by her loving family. The daughter of Kedric A. Harding and Francis A. (MacDonald) Harding was born on the family farm in Unity, Maine, on Nov. 11, 1927. Audrey was married to the love of her life; Timothy […]

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