2 PUBLISHERS NoTE Two miles, too many stories By DAN SZcZESNy The York Independent Through the months, as Ive explored and worked in the Yorks, I constantly found myself walking from place to place on one path or anotherparticularly in the summer, when parking was scarce and the sound of waves on rocks beck- oned. At various times I found myself on the Cliff Walk, at the harbor beach, on one of the wharves and then on Fishermans Walk. It occurred to me that I could cobble together a whole long walk that encompassed not only all of Yorks his- tory, but its current living workings as well. So, thats what we did in this issue. Its an odd two miles, full of all the quirks and character of an old area that hasnt quite yet become the stomping grounds of tourists. In fact, it may be the only place left in York that hasnt been overrun with t-shirt and souvenir shops. Without trying, I came across so many tales, it was hard to fi t them in. For example: in the area of the cliffs where I tried (and failed) to fi gure out a way to get into the old Fergus Reid estate, the classic story tells of a town selectman becoming so infuriated after the owners constructed a gate across the path that he ripped it out and threw it into the ocean. Did that happen? Another scarier story tells of a Klu Klux Klan rally being held long ago near the Wiggley Bridge Dan Szczesny and the burning cross being seen from various parts around the harbor. Is that true? I also learned that John Hancock owned only half the Hancock Wharf, that Mark Twain was a terrible golfer, that Lucky Lindy stopped here on his honey- moon and that Gen. Billy Mitchell landed war planes on Long Sands. And thats just in two miles! But even more important than the his- tory of the harbor is the fact that the life blood of what was once York is still in fact the life blood of todays York. De- scendants of the Donnells are still fi shing and selling lobsters. The Steedmans still protect and care for those woods. The past is tied to the present, the connection along those two miles is still strong, and real. If youre really inter- ested in York, and youve had your fi ll of soft serve and fl ip fl ops, take a walk along the harbor trails. Youll feel better for it, and the views are just as good. JEFF RAPSIS PHoTo Michaël Bodoo, a visitor from Quebec, braves the sort-of-crosswalk on Route 1 in Cape Neddick. coMMUNITy NEwS DONT WALK HERE... ...without looking very carefully both ways Many York residents are wondering what it will take to get the attention and needed funding to make the intersection of Route 1 and River Road in Cape Neddick more safe for pedestrians. Alexandra Mahabir was hit by a car at the intersection on Saturday, July 17 at 9 p.m. Two of the bones in Mahabirs right leg were broken, and she has since had to have them reinforced with a permanent titanium rod. Still, the Department of Transportation has looked at the traffi c in the area and determined that it is not among the most problematic intersections in the state. Rob Pinkham, co-owner of the Roost Bis- tro Cafe at the intersection, said he has seen at least 15 near-accidents at the spot, and has a friend who was rear-ended there. He said that the issue is that people drive very fast around the corner and arent prepared for people turning into businesses like the Roost Bistro Cafe and Cat N Nine Tale General Store. They often swerve to the right of the vehicle at the last second, and if anyone is walking there on the shoulder, theyre dead, Pinkham said. The traffi c through there is so fast that its scary, Pinkham said. Im waiting for someone to drive into our patio. This isnt the fi rst time the safety of this intersection has been called into question by the community. After several accidents oc- curred at the intersection, about 30 residents met with state traffi c engineers to explore solutions for the dangerous intersection. At that time, it was determined that a traffi c light would be problematic due to the many cars that pull out of parking lots at nearby businesses. The idea to install a blinking yel- low light was raised, but that solution would mean placing a pole outside the historic Pie in the Sky Bakery, which may be met with opposition from the Maine Historical Com- mission. Another possible solution would be an established crosswalk, in addition to the movable pedestrian signs that are currently there. The Public Works said they could not put in crosswalks because there are no sidewalks at the intersection. Pinkham said that he has seen these pedestrian signs run over multiple times because people dont see them, an indica- tion that those, and the blinking light that reminds drivers of the 25 mph speed limit, arent working. Pinkham said that speed bumps or even a small roundabout would be necessary to keep drivers speed down. All of these solutions would require considerable funding, but the town could try to get grant money from programs like the Safe Roots to School Program, which aims to create safer roadways so that children can walk to and from school. One issue that may be harder to fi x but doesnt cost anything to fi x, is the attentive- ness of drivers. A witness of the accident, Fritz Schermer, said that the driver of the car that hit Mahabir, David Williams, appeared very inattentive. Other store owners and res- idents of the area have also voiced concerns that many people who drive through the intersection simply arent paying attention. Madeleine Staub 2 Cyan Magenta Yellow Black THE INSIDE GUIDE Community News, 3 Staff Q & A, 4 Library Happenings, 5 Cover Story, 6-10 Event Listings 11 Art, 12-13 Food, 14-16 Live Music, 17 Car Talk, 18 Movies, 19 Pet Connection, Tides, 20 Crossword/Sudoku, 20 News of Record, 21 Bulletin Board, 22 PUBLISHER EMERITUS Stephen M. Rasche ASSOCIATE PUBLISHERS Dan Szczesny, Jeff Rapsis CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jennifer L. Saunders, Taryn Plumb, Sarah Grant, Susan King, Suzie Goodwin, Madeleine Staub, Amy Diaz PRODUCTION MANAGER Glenn Given ADVERTISING SALES Dan Szczesny The York Independent is published 26 times per year by York Independent Newspaper, LLC, (207-363-8484) and is available at select locations in the greater York region. Offi ces are located at 4 Market Place Drive, Suite 215, York Village Business Center, with access from Route 1. 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2 PUBLISHERS NoTE Two miles, too many stories By DAN SZcZESNy The York Independent Through the months, as Ive explored and worked in the Yorks, I constantly found myself walking from place to place on one path or anotherparticularly in the summer, when parking was scarce and the sound of waves on ro
quit community news Healthy seashore, or not? Water tests raise questions about local beaches By MADELEINE STAUB The York Independent Sun, surf, sand, and bacteria. The Natural Resources Defense Councils 20th Annual Water Quality Beach Report makes it look as though beach-goers who frequent local b
Cyan Magenta Yellow Black Q&A AUDREY GOTTLIEB DANE KALLOO PHOTO THE PHOTOGRAPHER By TARYN PLUMB The York Independent Camera in hand, she watches the world. Europe, Africa, South America, the U.S.chronicling shepherds tending sheep; women draped in colorful fabric; fields of ruffled sunflowers; umb
darkroom process? The magic of putting a piece of paper into the developer tray after exposing it without being able to see any picture at all. And all of a sudden the image you exposed starts forming in the dark with only the light from the red safe light. To this day, I still get excited if I wat
PATHway cover story PAST Cyan Magenta Yellow Black TO THE DAN SZCZESNY PHOTO A view looking back from the far eastern end of the Cliff Walk toward York Harbor Beach and the Stage Neck. Two miles of walking along the waters edge passes through three centuries of York history hes impossible to miss.
Wiggley Bridge. Be sure to stay on the trails, though! Is there anyone in York who doesnt know the Wiggley Bridge? According to local lore, an original bridge was built over Mill Dam around 1896. The current bridge, built in the 1930s by a North Berwick company that also made seats for baseball sta
8 PATHWAY TO THE PAST TWO MILES OF WALKING, THREE CENTURIES OF YORK HISTORY Lindsay Rd. Heres a map of key spots along the nearly two miles of pedestrian paths that skirt both the York River and the Atlantic Ocean. The paths are all free and open to the public. e e e e e e e e e e e e e Bar Bar Bar
9 Rd Sco Wo od brid ge an or Dr Gr an dM Sent ry H ill Rd tt A ve DAN SZcZESNy PHoTo DAN SZcZESNy PHoTo DAN SZcZESNy PHoTo Take these unique steps down to the water along Fishermans Walk. Just be sure to not get caught in high tide! Charles Lindbergh docks his cruiser, named Mouette, along what was
10 Continued from page 7 10 Cyan Magenta Yellow Black need of a good trimming and pedestrians have to battle thickets The Belvederes own skipper turns to me and says of Capn full of bees that push out over the cliffs. Dan, This man is a miracle, just amazing. We dont have a landscaping history, Wetz
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12 VISUAL ARTS LISTINGS The Clown, 659 US Route 1, York, will host a Summer Wine Tasting and a Meet The Artist night on Friday, Aug.13, from 5 to 8 p.m. Taste wines perfect for all things summer and meet artist Lisa Dombek. For more informa- tion, call The Clown at 351-3063. The York Art Associati
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14 Food THINKING OUTSIDE THE RESTAURANT BOX Farm 2 Fork Project results in innovative dining experience By SARAH GRANT The York Independent Imagine an alternate universe where restaurants as we know them do not exist. Instead, altruistic chefs share their knowledge and talents in temporary residenci
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16 MY KIND OF SHOW SUNSET BOULEVARD STUNS By JENNIFER L. SAUNDERS The York Independent Have you seen Sunset Boulevard yet at the Ogunquit Playhouse? If not, this weekend is your last chance, so pack the paper up and go get your tickets. You can read while youre waiting for the show to start. After a
17 Music listings WHOS PLAYING, WHEN & WHERE FRIDAY, AUG. 13 Dave Berry Band, Inn on the Blues, 7 Ocean Ave., York Beach, Maine (207) 351-3221. Eastern Sound Orchestra, 7 p.m., Ellis Park, York Beach, Maine (207) 363-1040. Deely Stan vs. the Guv Nors, 8:30 p.m., The Landing at Pine Point, 353 Pin
18 CAR TALK BY TOM AND RAY MAGLIOZZI Is dream car from high school a good idea today? a covered dust collector in the garage. And (2) the Avanti was known as a muscle car in its day, so could I expect it to still be as strong today? I know I m not. Finally, (3) in the vast experience you both have w
19 FILM REVIEWS Scott Pilgrim vs. the World cries out to be labeled awesome, a level it doesnt quite reach. But it conquers fabulously watchable just fine. B Rated PG-13 for stylized violence, sexual content, language and drug references. Directed by Edgar Wright and written by Wright and Michael Ba
20 THE PET coNNEcTIoN LOOKING FOR A HOME If youre interested in adopting any of these animals or if youd like to know whos available for adoption, please visit the Animal Welfare Society Web site at www.animalwelfaresociet or call 985-3244. Mattie Meet Mattie, a 7-month old Mixed Breed. Mattie is a
21 NEWS OF RECORD OBITUARIES Ruth H. Caine Ruth H. Caine, 86, died at York Hospital on Thursday, July 29, 2010. Born on November 24, 1923, she was the daughter of Wilbur and Clara (Roberts) Henderson. Following graduation from the Univer- sity of New Hampshire, she worked 45 years for the N.H. Depar
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