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York voters to decide on $4 million plan to buy private section of Long Sands Beach
YORK (WGME) -- Access to some of Maine’s iconic beaches has been a hot button issue for years. Town leaders in York want to spend $4 million to buy 42 acres of sand on Long Sands Beach that is currently privately owned, 1,600 feet to the south and another 1,600 feet to the north.
York residents question $4M purchase of 42.35 acres of Long Sands Beach
YORK, Maine — Residents questioned the value of owning a significant portion of Long Sands Beach Monday in a public hearing on the land’s proposed sale to the town for $4 million. A court battle over public access at Moody Beach in Wells has residents questioning whether buying the mostly undevelopable beach land owned by the Norton Estate is worth $4 million, along with $1.2 million in interest that a loan would cost. Depending on how a...
York considers zoning change to bring more businesses to York Village
YORK (WGME) -- Buying Long Sands Beach won't be the only initiative on the York ballot this November. Voters will also consider a zoning change, which town leaders believe will help revitalize the York Village downtown district. The change would require any new development to include commercial space on the...
York holds off on legal battle with Kittery over disputed border: Let's make a deal
YORK, Maine — The town's Selectboard has decided to hold off on legal action against Kittery, opting instead to negotiate a resolution to their border dispute. The York board voted 4-1 Monday to try and work with Kittery to come to an agreement on the town line in question. York officials assert historical records show the town line should be moved south, encompassing an additional 100 acres and about 15 buildings. Kittery officials, however, worry that such...
'Miles the Moose' greets visitors coming into Maine for long weekend
KENNEBUNK (WGME) -- People may have done a double-take on the turnpike Friday in Kennebunk. Travelers were greeted by the sight of "Miles the Moose" in a bucket truck, waving at all the passing drivers. The Maine Turnpike Authority continued its annual tradition with Miles greeting travelers. In the past,...
Some teachers across the state return to school without new contracts
KENNEBUNK, Maine — The new school year is starting, and children and educators are returning to the classroom. But in some school districts, teachers are beginning the year without new collective bargaining agreements. Teacher contract negotiations between RSU 21 schools, which includes Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Arundel, and the district...
Eliot Library launches ‘Green & Beautiful’ GoFundMe campaign to transform grounds
ELIOT, Maine — The William Fogg Library has launched a GoFundMe campaign for its “Green & Beautiful” initiative, encouraging patrons and community members to get involved and support the effort. The Green & Beautiful campaign will transform the library grounds into spaces that are ecologically friendly and foster recreation and community engagement. ...
Community Calendar: Aug. 31-Sept. 8, 2024
Sanford Farmers’ Market, 8 am-noon, Central Park, 920 Main St. Ride For Mercy, 10:30 am, Mercy Chapel, 1861 Main St. Maine Attraction Labor Day Water Ski Show, 4 pm, Number One Pond, River St. Salvation Army Food Pantry, 10 am-noon, Salvation Army of Sanford, 871 Main St. Family Story...
City Council August 20 Meeting Summary
Councilor Pete Tranchemontagne explains how to access information about the proposed new fire stations. The Sanford City Council discussed the Nov. 5 fire station referendum, approved a public safety policy and heard updates on homeless encampments, public works projects and other city business at its Aug. 20 meeting. All councilors were present.
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