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April 18 - May 1, 2008 |
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LEARNING ABOUT LATIN AMERICA. Sixth-grade students and teachers transformed their classrooms into reflections of nations south of the U.S. border during their Latin American Festival at York Middle School on April 10. Pictured here, students from Paula Bogard's sixth-grade class, dressed for the occasion, pose with some of the projects completed as part of the event, spotlighting such locales as Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.
Photo by Tori Rasche
Town Topics
Selectmen vote to retain ownership of Lake Caroline property
It has been an issue inspiring discussion over multiple meetings: the town's acquisition of a key parcel of land around Lake Caroline due to nonpayment of taxes.Residents weigh in on plan for new town hall
During a lengthy public hearing at the Board of Selectmen's most recent meeting, residents weighed in on a plan to build a new town hall off of Long Sands Road.Local minister suspended
First Parish Senior Pastor Rich Knight has been suspended for two months beginning April 1 based on the finding of "misuse of pastoral authority" by the church's governing association, the United Church of Christ (UCC).York Energy Efficiency Committee forum set for May 2
The York Energy Efficiency Committee will host a presentation at the York Public Library on May 2.YCSA Thrift Shop: More than a great place for a bargain
"He hangs, tags and prices clothing, he's shoveled snow, he's moved stuff - and he's a big fan of breaking down cardboard boxes!"Museums of Old York present 2008 Decorator Show House
The Museums of Old York 19th Annual Decorator Show House is moving out of town.Planning Board approves driveway at Viele house, request from American Legion
Although two high-profile projects had been listed on the Planning Board's April 10 agenda, those items were postponed for review and the board approved several requests with little or no public comment.School Notes
TIDALWAVSE: York High School students stem the tide of drug and alcohol abuse
They are artists, actors, athletes, academic achievers and more.Town waits for word on alternative plan
York School Department officials continue to await word on whether the alternative plan to consolidation filed with the state has been accepted.Odyssey of the Mind World Finalists get ready for Maryland
In what has become an annual occurrence for the York Schools, multiple teams will be heading off to the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals in May.York Rotary Club offers alternative scholarships to return to school
The time is now to apply for scholarships from the York Rotary Club.Hannaford helps York High School
Shoppers at Hannaford are probably very familiar with the Hannaford Helps Schools program, which makes it easy for shoppers to support donations to their favorite schools.Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education offers Continuing Education Fair
Attend the Continuing Education Fair on April 30 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Wells Town Hall.Scholarships available for area residents
If you plan to further your education in 2008-2009, scholarship funds are open to York County residents.MSSM announces Summer Camps 2008 for grades 5 through 9
The Maine School of Science and Mathematics is now taking applications for the MSSM Summer Camps 2008.Southern Maine Currents
Vote creates dog dilemma in Ogunquit
There were 364 Ogunquit residents who appeared at the Dunaway Center on April 5 to cast their ballots on the 81 articles in the annual vote.Town manager announces resignation
Town Manager Phil Clark has announced he will leave his post at the end of his current term as the town's head administrator.Frank Broomfield remembered
The Ogunquit community celebrated the life and legacy of one of its most beloved residents on April 12 at the Dunaway Center as more than 100 residents, town officials and family members gathered to share stories about Frank Broomfield, who died on Dec. 21, 2007.Captain Maxwell House demolition discussions continue
The fate of a historic farmhouse continues to be a topic of discussion for the Planning Board.18th Annual Patriots Day Weekend Celebration set to begin Friday night, April 18
The Ogunquit Chamber of Commerce's special weekend in commemoration of Patriots Day promises something for everyone.Gazebo Inn Ogunquit opens its newly renovated barn
After a three-year renovation, the owners of The Gazebo Inn Ogunquit recently welcomed visitors to the new addition to this local landmark.Local flood plain resolution headed to Washington, D.C.
The Maine Legislature recently voted to support a joint resolution on Maine's flood plain maps.York Hospital offers new treatment for men’s health problem
A new treatment now available at York Hospital may provide relief for area men suffering from enlarged prostate.Legislators advise residents to claim assets before state seizes them
Area residents are being urged to contact their local legislators to find out if they have assets in the state's inventory of unclaimed property.Vote for your favorite lighthouse in national competition
The Nubble could once again be a finalist in a national company's effort to restore America's lighthouses.Order native plants now from Laudholm Farm
With hints of spring all around, gardeners across southern Maine are itching to work their soil.Maine Breast and Cervical Health Program expands services
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services has announced that the Maine Breast and Cervical Health Program (MBCHP), part of the Maine CDC, is now providing services to women ages 35 to 39.
