Headlines from York and Ogunquit, Maine

Gov. John Baldacci made good on his promise to return to York Beach when local businesses opened to greet Memorial Day visitors and residents alike after the Mother's Day flood that brought the area to a standstill. Above, Baldacci chats with Deborah Wilson while enjoying breakfast at The Purple Palace in the early morning hours of Memorial Day, Monday, May 29. See story

Photo by Virginia L. Woodwell

Rafael Santiago, center, raises the flag over York's Memorial Day ceremony in the First Parish Church Cemetery on Monday, May 29. Santiago, a veteran of the war in Iraq, flew the same flag while he was stationed there. Santiago is joined in his task by members of the American Legion Color Guard while town, state and military officials look on. See story

Photo by Jennifer L. Saunders

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FEMA declaration paves the way for York's flood recovery efforts

After weeks of waiting, the town has received the news it was hoping for: a declaration from President George Bush that allows Federal Emergency Management Agency funding for the efforts to rebuild roads, businesses and private residences damaged or destroyed in the Mother's Day weekend floods.

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A day to remember those who gave their lives for freedom

On Memorial Day, the hundreds of local residents who turned out to participate in the annual parades and ceremonies in York and Ogunquit were asked never to forget the sacrifices made by the servicemen and women who have fought to keep the country free.

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Western Maine Champs!

Boys and Girls track finish seasons undefeated

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