2 Publishers Note More than a business owner By JEFF RAPSIS The York Independent Lots going on, so lets get right to it. Everyone at the York Indepen- dentindeed, everyone in York County, it seemswas shocked by the sudden death of Maine Diner co-owner Myles Henry earlier this month in Florida. I had the pleasure of meeting Myles earlier this year, and could see immedi- ately why his Route 1 eatery has been so successful. Myles was passionate about what he did, and his desire to exceed expectations energized his staff and per- meated everything about the business. There are too few people in the world like that, and so the loss of Myles is that much more unfortunate. Still, heres hoping his high standards will live on not only in the diner, but in others who take on the challenge of running their own businesses. It was with some relief to learn that Memorial Bridge will reopen in Janu- ary after repairs are made. Closing the bridge not only inconveniences a lot of us, but poses a big obstacle to nearby businesses, who are already girding themselves for the two-year closure starting in 2012 when the span gets re- placed. Lets hope this recent temporary closure is a wake-up call to help them get planning for the inevitable. The York Independent, with a readership (and potential customers) north of the bridge, stands ready to Jeff Rapsis help! This issues main story is one of those out of left field things. After all, pictures taken more than 60 years ago arent exactly breaking news. But the collection of detailed aerial pho- tos of York taken in August, 1949 and acquired a few years ago by the Muse- ums of Old York was news to me, and I hope to you as well. The full collectionmore than a hun- dred imagesform a valuable record of York from the air in the years just after World War II, and will prove increasing- ly valuable as time goes by, I think. Just imagine if we had similar photos from 1849! In 100 years, these photos will be just as interesting. I want to thank the Museums of Old York, and specifically Virginia and Dex- ter Spiller, for letting us review the pho- tos and select several for publication. I hope youll find them as absorbing as I did, both for what has changed and what hasnt changed about the landscape we live in. bigger quarters COURTESY PHOTO 2 Cyan Magenta Yellow Black The Yarn Sellar has moved to a new, bigger location at 264 Route 1, York. On hand to help cut the ribbon are, from left, Elaine Burnham of the Greater York Region Chamber of Commerce; Betty Kaplin, Carrie McKie, Coco Queen of the yarn shop McKie, Margaret Weatherly and Mary Shipp of The Yarn Sellar; and Cathy Goodwin of the Greater York Region Chamber of Commerce. A new line-up of classes begin the first week of January, visit www. yarnsellar.com to learn more and visit them at the new location, 264 US Route 1, York. (Courtesy photo) The Inside Guide Festival of Song at Star of Sea Poinsettias and candles will adorn Star of the Sea Church at York Beach as it opens to host A Christmas Festival of Song on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 7 pm. The public is invited to bring the entire fam- ily and get into the holiday spirit. The joyous evening brings together many musical groups from the area in a holiday mix of songs. The program includes performances by St. Chris- tophers adult and childrens choirs, St. Christophers folk group, Coastal Capers, a talented brass choir. Guest soloists will be Laurie Mitchell and Tim Cilley. Many will remember Mitchell for her performances in area productions such as God Be the Glory and most recently in the Ogunquit Play- house production of Sound of Music. Cilley, though still a young man, has ap- peared in several area productions, has cantored for many years at St. Marys in Wells, and is currently majoring in voice W h e n C l i m b i n g M t . Wa s h i n g t o n , Zahnna says. . . COMMUNITY BRIEFS Staff PUBLISHER EMERITUS Stephen M. Rasche PUBLISHER Deborah A. Bouchard ASSOCIATE PUBLISHERS Dan Szczesny, Jeff Rapsis CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jennifer L. Saunders, Taryn Plumb, Sarah Grant, Amy Diaz PRODUCTION MANAGER Glenn Given 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. Offices are located at 4 Market Place Drive, Suite 215, York Village Business Center, with access from Route 1. Community News, 2-3 Q & A, 4 Library Happenings, 5 Cover Story, 6-9 Arts 10 Food, 10-15 Event Listings 16-17 Live Music, 17 Car Talk, 18 Movies, 19 Pet Connection, Tides, 20 Crossword/Sudoku, 20 Community Listings, 21-22 Horoscopes, 21 Bulletin Board, 22 Real Estate, 23-24 performance in college. Rumor has it that there will also be a couple of surprise soloists. Musical selec- tions will range from traditional religious favorites to more contemporary numbers involving Santa and Rudolph. Plans also include a carol sing so bring your best voice with you. There is no admission; however, a good will offering will be taken to benefit the emergency fuel fund to help our less fortu- nate neighbors survive the New England winter. After the performance, there will be refreshments served in the K of C hall behind Star of the Sea. In addition, ush- ers will be available in the parking lot to assist anyone who might need some help walking into and leaving the church. Boston String Quartet to perform in York The Boston String Quartet will pres- Thanks shoppers for their support throughout the year. Your generosity allows YCSA to continue the good work at York Food Pantry and Family Services each year. Saturday, December 18 through Wednesday, December 22 Everything $1 or less. York Community Thrift Shop Interior & Exterior Painting Drywall Taping Skim Coating Dollar Days Senior Home Care Transportation & More I got my pack at Ann-imals! Cosmetic Repairs Design Ceilings & Repairs Staining & Much More! 064649 1320 Route One, Cape Neddick 207.363.2510 066335 York Community Service Association Meadowbrook Plaza, York, ME Monday-Saturday 9:30-7pm Sunday 11-5pm (207) 351.2777 603.343.1242 or 603.767.2112 www.royspaintingservice The York Independent December 17 - 30, 2010 2
1 York The www.yorkindependent.net Independent Inside: CHRISTMAS muffin recipes to the rescue! PAGE 15 The hometown voice of the greater York region FREE Dec. 17 - 30, 2010 Volume 13 Issue 25 Cyan Magenta Yellow Black 1 orks A look at Y t. Page 6 lost airpor ge 6 ntury. Pa f a ce n fo r h a l unsee
2 Publishers Note More than a business owner By JEFF RAPSIS The York Independent Lots going on, so lets get right to it. Everyone at the York Indepen- dentindeed, everyone in York County, it seemswas shocked by the sudden death of Maine Diner co-owner Myles Henry earlier this month in Florida. I ha
3 ent an unforgettable, all-new, Christmas show in York Beach on Sunday, Dec. 19 at Union Congregational Church, 18 Church St., York Beach. The show begins at 7 p.m., tickets are $7.50 at the door or by calling 363-6742. This holiday season, the Boston String Quartet will perform their brand new hol
4 SARAH HASKELL 4 Cyan Magenta Yellow Black Q&A THE PUBLIC ARTIST By Taryn Plumb The York Independent They are tidbits of hope; brief snippets of advice; personal affirmations. Flooding in from all over the world, they make their claims on paper scraps, fine stationery, even shreds of linen. York re
5 been sailing around the world (on a 43- foot yacht, Bahati) and this is the last leg. Im flying to South Africa on Dec. 29, and will be staying in Cape Town for a couple of weeks. While there, my hope is to deliver sets of flags to individuals and organizations. Then well cast off about Jan. 15. W
6 Cover Story ringed today by some of the areas most valuable coastal housing lots, could have been the site of the towns only airport, but it was. Conveniently located next to York Beach, it was a magnet for tourists, who lined up to take brief sight-seeing flights up and down the coast one or two
7 COURTESY MUSEUMS OF OLD YORK COURTESY MUSEUMS OF OLD YORK Photographer R.S. Collins captured a view of the old Marshall House Hotel, which once dominated the entrance to York Harbor. Demolished in 1972, it was replaced with condominiums and the Stage Neck Inn. The back of one picture contains a de
8 8 Cyan Magenta Yellow Black COURTESY MUSEUMS OF OLD YORK COURTESY MUSEUMS OF OLD YORK This view of East Point and York Harbor Beach shows many of the residences standing in what even then was a prime area. The Marshall House Hotel is visible in the background; along the shore, one can trace the pa
9 COURTESY MUSEUMS OF OLD YORK COURTESY MUSEUMS OF OLD YORK A 1949 view of elegant seaside homes at Roaring Point Rock and Cow Beach, just south of Yorks Long Beach area. Less elegant dwellings are seen in this view of Courtesy Cabins, Jolenes Cabins, Rusts Inn, and Decatur Cabins along Route 1A at
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11 Visual Arts Listings Send us your listings! Got a gallery exhibit coming up? Send the info to yorkindependent gmail.com. Listings run on a space available basis Beginning Monday, Jan. 3 River Tree Arts will begin the winter/spring class session. RTA also announces the addi- tion of evening class
12 Cannot be combined with any other offer. Coupon has no cash value. Must be presented at time of purchase. Also accepted at Bagel Shack Rt 1 Cape Neddick. Breakfast Lunch Sandwich Sandwich 50 Off $1 Off L ocal F lavor s Breakfast & Lunch FULL LINE OF ESPRESSO DRINKS AND LARGE COFFEE SELECTION. 18
13 Cyan Magenta Yellow Black 066329 066313 Angelinas Ristorante & Wine Bar Bringing Italy to Ogunquit Seven Nights a week A n g e l i n as Pasta É Basta $16 Tuesday As in past years, we will be offering the convenience of ordering from our regular menu, as well as open seating. So you can decide wh
14 FOOD Its all about the chocolate Christmas dinnertime desserts featuring that friendliest of flavors By SARAH GRANT The York Independent In my house, Christmas is all about chocolate. To my family, chocolate is to Christmas what apples were to Thanksgiv- ing. There is all the chocolate Santa will
15 The G Irwin Co Yarn Sellar Fine Jewelry Ann Pardoe Owner MISSED YOUR PAPER? NEW ER WN LARGER NEW O cKie M LOCATION! Carrie Find us on Fine Yarns & Knitting Supplies Facebook Tues Evening 6-9 Shop & Knit 436 US Route 1 Kittery, Maine 03904 Meadowbrook Plaza, 647 Route 1, York New Location! 247 U.S
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17 serve refreshments en-route and view movies. Your package includes transportation, lodging and helpful hints. You plan the rest of your trip to make it a weekend to remember. Ages 10 to 17 are welcome when accompanied by an adult. Registration deadline is February 18, 2011. Music listings WHOS PL
18 CAR TALK BY TOM AND RAY MAGLIOZZI Reader in Philippines needs mechanic packed all the parts are (which helps me not at all). What should I do? Sometimes this car is fine; other times (like when it idles in the not insubstantial Manila traffic for 30 min- utes or more) its overheating and spewing
19 FILM REVIEWS this movie with faint praise and broad mockery but Im not. It is not only a nice trip down memory lane for the grown-up geek but also en- ergetic and kid-friendly enough that you could bring the next generation of sci-fi nerds to it. TRON: Legacy is hopelessly goofy but it is or rat
20 THE PET CONNECTION Looking for a home On Saturday, Dec. 18, Pet Smart in Biddeford will offer pictures with Santa. from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. AWS canines and their handlers will also be on hand to get their photo taken and spread good cheer! If youre interested in adopting any of these animals or if
21 COMMUNITY SERVICE Send us your listings! Let the community know about your group, service, or good cause. E-mail it to us at yorkindependentgmail.c Listings run on a space available basis. Worship services Praise on the Seacoast, a monthly celebration of song and praise, will offer a special Chr
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