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	History of Kennebunk, Maine
		Kennebunk, in York County, is a seaboard town and port of entry, 24 miles south of Portland and 12 south-east of Alfred.
		It is bounded on the east by Kennebunk Port, on the south by the ocean, on the west by Wells, and on the north by the towns of Sanford, Alfred and Lyman.
		Stone piers at the mouth of Kennebunk River, to improve the harbor, were built in 1798 and 1823, at a cost of $12,000.
	history.rays-place.com /me/kennebunk.htm (1182 words)

	History of Kenneybunk Port, Maine
		Kennebunk Port, in the eastern part of York County, is bounded on the east by Biddeford, west by Kennebunk, north by Lyman, and south by the sea.
		The custom-house of the Kennebunk District is situated in the village.
		The streams are the Kennebunk River, which separates it from the town of the same name; Little River, next to Saco; Batson's River and Smith's Brook, which, uniting, form a small harbor; and Goffe's Creek, emptying into the Kennebunk River.
	history.rays-place.com /me/kennebunk-port-me.htm (1316 words)

	Town of Kennebunkport, ME - RIVER COMMITTEE ORDINANCE
		The River Committee established by the Interlocal Agreement among Arundel, Kennebunkport and Kennebunk shall be responsible for all Kennebunk River harbor activities as set forth in the Agreement, this Ordinance and as otherwise required by law.
		The entrance of the Kennebunk River Channel is 100 feet wide and runs from the mouth of the river to a point beyond the Kennebunkport Marina, where it narrows to 75 feet in width.
		Vessels shall be operated on the Kennebunk River in a reasonable manner so as not to endanger persons or property or to cause excessive wash. In no case shall speeds exceed five (5) knots while operating on any portion of the Kennebunk River south of the aforementioned Railroad Bridge.
	www.town.kennebunkport.me.us /Public_Documents/KennebunkportME_Ord/river (1373 words)

	Kennebunkport, Maine History
		The Kennebunk River was found to be more suitable for such navigation at the end of the century.
		Kennebunk beach farmhouses were accepting summer boarders, until a group of what we know call developers bought 700 acres of land.
		The Kennebunks today remain a tribute to the seafaring heritage of the past, while the splendid natural setting and elegant development appeal to artists, conservationists and tourists alike.
	www.nonantumresort.com /Kennebunkport/kennebunkhistory.html (1676 words)

	Kennebunkport, Maine - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Boats on the Kennebunk River between Kennebunk and Kennebunkport
		The town center located along the Kennebunk River, approximately one-half mile (1 km) from the mouth of the river on the ocean.
		Historically a fishing village, in recent decades the town has become a popular seaside tourist destination with a small district of souvenir shops, art galleries, seafood restaurants, and bed and breakfasts.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kennebunkport,_Maine (518 words)

	The Lodge at Kennebunk - Kennebunk, Maine - About Us
		The Lodge at Kennebunk is situated on a quiet 8-acre setting adjacent to I-95 in beautiful Kennebunk, Maine.
		Kennebunk is just across the Kennebunk River from the more celebrated town of Kennebunkport with its noted shopping, dining and beaches.
		Kennebunk is conveniently located just 90 miles north of Boston and half way between the fabulous seaside towns of Portland, Maine and Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
	www.lodgeatkennebunk.com /aboutus.htm (276 words)

	Welcome to RE/MAX Seacoast Region (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		Downtown Kennebunk: Kennebunk is the kind of town you think of when talk turns to town meetings and government at the local level.
		Kennebunk has the kind of downtown that invites a leisurely stroll, a bit of shopping, a stop for lunch, ands a look back at history with a visit to the Brick Store Museum.
		On the East bank of the Piscataqua River at the Hanscome Shipyard (Near Green Acre) among several proud craft constructed by native labor was the sailing vessel Nightingale.
	www.seacoastregionproperties.com /communities.html (1189 words)

	Town of Kennebunk, Maine -- Demographic Info (2000)
		Kennebunk is situated on a coastal plain that rises gradually from east to west, continuing through Sanford to Springvale, Maine, where the land form finally gives way to hills shaped by ledge.
		Kennebunk is within easy commuting distance of adjacent industrial communities (Sanford and Biddeford), as well as such economic centers as Portland, Maine; Portsmouth, N. H.; and metropolitan Boston, Mass.
		Kennebunk, whose labor force in 2000 was 5,245, is itself a small job center.
	www.kennebunkmaine.org /index.asp?Type=B_BASIC&SEC={0CF97D82-39EC-4A57-BBA3-86DE871A8AB1} (689 words)

	KLT Board of Directors
		The Kennebunk Land Trust Board of Directors are volunteers from the Kennebunk and Arundel communities who share expertise, commitment, and a mutual interest in preserving the natural beauty of our area.
		Joan's appreciation of the Kennebunk area's unique environment began in childhood, and she is pleased to participate in its protection through KLT.
		Marcia and her family have resided in Kennebunk for almost two decades and have enjoyed participating in all aspects of the community, some of which include walks, letter boxing, and bike riding along Kennebunk Land Trust Trails.
	www.kennebunklandtrust.org /Board.htm (1606 words)

	Maine Local Government - Town of Kennebunk - Main Page
		Kennebunk is a town in York County, incorporated on July 31, 1820 from a portion of Wells that was first settled, though not permanently, in the 1640's and 1650's.
		Kennebunk Plains, a 1,000-acre sandplain community, provides vital habitat for the endangered grasshopper sparrow and four other animals and plants of special concern in Maine.
		The Kennebunk River bisects the Butler/Marshall Preserves, which together span 195 acres and over a half-mile of river frontage.
	www.maine.gov /local/york/kennebunk (167 words)

	York County Coast Star News
		One of the many potential causes may be boats on the Kennebunk River and what boat-owners do when their "head" is full.
		The narrow Kennebunk River is a popular boating center and home to a number of small marinas which moor leisure boats of various sizes.
		Boaters in the Kennebunk River with this type of system have two options: travel three miles out to sea and discharge their waste (per DEP standards), or use the one pump-out station on the river -- which is located on the Kennebunkport shore.
	www.seacoastonline.com /news/yorkstar/07202006/mainenews-Josh_River_7-20.html (859 words)

	Church History
		During the next decades, the center of activity shifted toward the Mousam River, and the congregation decided to build a new church at the crossroads where it stands today.
		The year 1755 saw the completion of the first vessel on the Kennebunk River.” 11 years later Samuel Wakefield built a schooner at the Landing; so named for the lumber destined for West Indies ports that was floated down the river and “landed” along the river’s meadows.
		As the shipbuilding industry grew the Kennebunks became an epicenter of industry, commerce and wealth and people flocked to this area in search of their fortune.
	www.uukennebunk.org /history.html (789 words)

	Kennebunk Maine History and Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		Kennebunk Maine, was established as its own town in 1820.
		As early as 1825 the water power of the Mousam River was recognized by a new generation of local men as a valuable economic resource.
		Kennebunk now has its share of condominiums, large-lot single family housing developments, and has seen the adaptation of residences to commercial use.
	www.kennebunkmerealestate.com /Kennebunk.html (318 words)

	Kennebunk Sewer District rules and regulations
		The purpose of the District is to preserve and protect the public health and welfare of the citizen's of Kennebunk and to protect the waters of the Kennebunk and Mousam Rivers.
		By Charter the Kennebunk Sewer District's service area extends west to include the industrial zone west of the Maine Turnpike, east to the Atlantic Ocean, north to Kennebunk River/Arundel Town line and south to the Branch Brook/Wells Town Line.
		Fluctuations in flows are due to groundwater entering the sanitary sewer system from cracked or broken pipes, leaking manholes, leaking sewer service lines, foundation drains, roof drains, sump pumps etc. The District recently undertook a five year program to remove all groundwater entering the sewer system from properties served by the District.
	www.ksdistrict.org /what.shtml (635 words)

	Kennebunk River - Biocrawler (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		The Kennebunk River is a short river, approximately 15 miles (24 km), in southwestern Maine in the United States.
		It drains a settled rural area southwest of Portland, emptying into the Atlantic Ocean.
		It rises in central York County, issuing from Kennebunk Pond.
	www.biocrawler.com /encyclopedia/Kennebunk_River (118 words)

	Kennebunk River (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		he approach to the mouth of the the Kennebunk River is straightforward.
		From the jetties to the bridge the Kennebunkport side of the river (incoming on your starboard) is packed with shingle cottage mansions turned into B&Bs, waterfront restaurants, marinas, boats of all descriptions and yachts galore.
		The Kennebunk side of the river (incoming to port) is still largely owned by the Franciscans who maintain miles of footpaths open to the public through their wooded monastery grounds.
	www.maineharbors.com /kriv.htm (360 words)

	The York County Coast Star: Shellfish group will request water treatment
		According to White tests were performed on the Mousam and the Kennebunk River to measure the number of fecal coliform colonies per gram of water.
		White said that when the Kennebunk River was tested, not only was it higher than the Mousam River, but it exceeded the limit that would allow claming on its banks.
		An example of pollution on the river is the Route 1 bridge, which has a drain that allows road chemicals to drain into the river.
	www.seacoastonline.com /2002news/yorkstar/ys3_14d.htm (850 words)

	Kennebunkport Kennebunk Beach, Maine Lodging Resort Bed and Breakfasts Accommodations
		Located on Kennebunk Beach, The Beach House Inn is a charming B and B styled Inn with all the amenities of a small hotel.
		A secluded Victorian cottage on the Kennebunk River that is private, peaceful and romantic near the heart of Kennebunkport, Maine.
		The Inn, constructed by one Waldo Emerson in 1753 is the oldest remaining house in Kennebunk.
	www.visitmaine.net /kennebunklodging.htm (1984 words)

	Kennebunk Beach Realty - Planning your move
		Cross-country skiing is available on area golf courses, The Bridal Path in Kennebunk, Laudholm Farm in Wells, and on groomed trails at the major ski resorts.
		The Kennebunks: A special place by the sea where history, harmony and hospitality embody the essence of maritime New England.
		The area is characterized by alluring, unspoiled beaches, rocky coastlines, hundreds of acres of salt-marsh set aside in nature preserves and historic districts where lovely old sea captains' homes are a tribute to the shipbuilding era that flourished in the Kennebunks a century ago.
	www.kennebunkbeachrealty.com /moving_cultural.htm (519 words)

	York County Coast Star Local News: River towns without a rescue boat
		Distress calls in the Kennebunk River or along the shores of Kennebunk and Kennebunkport are currently being handled by Coast Guard boats coming from either Portland or Portsmouth.
		Of the $5,000 needed at the time to keep the rescue boat in the Kennebunk River and available for aid anywhere along the nearby coast, Everett says the KFR asked for $1,500 each from the Kennebunkport and Wells departments.
		According to Tibbetts, Kennebunk will follow through with the plan they hatched last year: sell the old 28-foot boat and purchase a new, smaller boat that will be housed on a trailer at the fire station and go into the water as necessary.
	www.seacoastonline.com /news/yorkstar/02232006/news/89301.htm (674 words)

	Kennebunk, Maine, ME, real estate
		As early as 1825, the water power of the Mousam River was recognized by a new generation of local men as a valuable economic resource.
		The population of Kennebunk is no longer concentrated in and around its village centers, having spread along roadways to all corners of the community.
		Kennebunk now has its share of condominiums, large-lot single family housing developments, and has seen the adaptation of residences to commercial use.
	www.kennebunkmerealestate.com (506 words)

	Seacoastonline.com - Home & Garden - Shingle-style house has it all
		Painted by Susan Amons, this mural is in the Turnballs' dining room depicts Lower Village Kennebunk, the Kennebunk River and Kennebunk Beach.
		So, when they built their home on Kennebunk beach, they were well aware of the Shingle-style homes so prevalent there and followed that architectural style for the design of their house.
		This was painted by Susan Amons of Granite Point, whose rendering depicts the old railroad station in Lower Village Kennebunk with the bridge to Dock Square and the South Congregational Church in the background.
	www.seacoastonline.com /homeandgarden/feb2006/story_i.htm (955 words)

	Kennebunk Maine Real Estate, homes, land and condos
		Kennebunk Maine is a popular summer tourist destination, with several fine beaches.
		Kennebunk contains a number of fine examples of early architecture, the most famous (or infamous) which is called "The Wedding Cake House," a Federal-style mansion extensively decorated with scroll saw Gothic trim.
		The Laffayette elm was a tree in Kennebunk which was General Laffayette's favorite place to think in town during his visits.
	www.pmrealestate.com /towns/kennebunk.html (302 words)

	Beaches
		For non-residents, Kennebunk Beach permits are $10 for the day, $20 weekly and $50 for the season.
		Cooled by ocean breezes, the trio of beaches that comprise the area known as Kennebunk Beach stretch along Beach Avenue from the breakwater at the mouth of the Kennebunk River to Lord’s Point for 1 1/2 miles.
		On-street parking alongside any of the Kennebunk beaches is by permit only from June 15 to September 15 during the day from 9 AM to 5 PM.
	www.kennebunkport.org /beaches.htm (1052 words)

	Senator Olympia J. Snowe
		An emergency dredging of the mouth of the river is currently being performed by the Army Corps of Engineers, which is set to remove approximately 10,000 cubic yards at a cost of $100,000 to the Corps.
		The importance of the economic usage of the River can not be overstated nor the importance of the safety of all the fishermen, the recreational boaters, the captains, crews and passengers on board the numerous commercial fishing boats, charter sailing and fishing boats, and various touring vessels.
		On Saturday, July 3, the Army Corps began utilizing the dredging vessel, the CURRITUCK, at the mouth of the Kennebunk River to remove sediments which have accumulated at the bottom of the channel, thus ensuring adequate depth for use by shipping vessels, fishing boats, and recreational vessels.
	snowe.senate.gov /pressap/record.cfm?id=223716 (350 words)

	Area Activities
		Kennebunkport is one of 5 villages known as ‘The Kennebunks.’ Located about 90 minutes north of Boston’s Logan airport and 30 minutes south of Portland Maine’s Jetport, the Kennebunks are comprised of Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, Cape Porpoise, Goose Rocks Beach and Arundel.
		Kennebunk – Downtown Kennebunk is the kind of town that invites a leisurely stroll, a bit of shopping, a stop for lunch and a look back at history at The Brick Store Museum.
		Kennebunk Beach – The third beach on Beach Avenue is a large sandy beach with a playground and restrooms.
	www.captainjefferdsinn.com /area_activities.htm (539 words)

	Town of Kennebunkport, ME - Kennebunk River Committee Minutes
		Kennebunk River Committee Minutes - June 21, 2005
		Kennebunk River Committee Minutes - April 19, 2005
		Kennebunk River Committee Minutes - Feb. 15, 2005
	www.town.kennebunkport.me.us /Public_Documents/KennebunkportME_KRiverMin (43 words)

	Spofford Inn - Kennebunk, Maine - BBOnline.com / Introduction
		The Spofford Inn is a traditional b&b set among some of the oldest homes in Kennebunk.
		Kennebunk has the kind of downtown that invites a leisurely stroll, a bit of shopping, a stop for lunch, and a look back at history.
		Your usage of the site further indicates your agreement to be subject to and bound by the jurisdiction and laws of the State of California.
	www.bbonline.com /me/spofford/index.html (421 words)

	Kennebunkport Maine, July Community Activities (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
		River Tree Arts has announced the schedule for the WBACH Summer Concert Series for the 2000 season.
		The setting, on the banks of the Kennebunk River is perfect for a picnic supper on a blanket, and is welcoming for all ages.
		River Tree Arts and WBACH are pleased to announce Port City Jazz will perform Thursday, July 27 at 7PM, indoors at the Community House (due to dreary weather).
	www.kennebunkport.com /july2k.html (2091 words)

	Kennebunk, Maine
		Kennebunk, Maine, in York county, is 24 miles SW of Portland, Maine and 75 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts.
		Political donors in Kennebunk favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $21,451.
		Kennebunk has, of course, a mix of various types of housing.
	www.citytowninfo.com /places/maine/kennebunk (427 words)

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