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Breast cancer patients with low levels of vitamin D were much more likely to die of the disease or have it spread than patients getting enough of the nutrient, a study found — adding to evidence the "sunshine vitamin" has anti-cancer benefits.

Make a new friend. Share a skill. Play a game. Serve a meal. There are so many ways to improve the lives of area seniors who may be in need of company or extra care. You may be surprised by how much you learn and grow in return. This week's column...

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RAYMOND — The Raymond High School has announced its third-quarter honor roll.

RAYMOND — The Raymond High School has announced its third-quarter principal's list:

Spot is a neutered male Dalmatian, who is 4 years old and not recommended with children under the age of 4 but has been good with other dogs. Spot is here because his owner was traveling and could not take him along. He is housetrained and is a gentle...

HAMPTON FALLS — Lincoln Akerman School has announced its third-quarter honor roll.

U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings recently announced the selection of Alexander B. Katz, of Exeter, N.H., who attends Phillips Exeter Academy in Exeter, as a 2008 Presidential Scholar.

Club updates

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Hampton Beach

Some were married for decades, others never. Some grew apart from their spouse, gradually, while others had hearts broken, suddenly. Now they want to find someone new.

We're all over the place this weekend. There does seem to be an overall maritime theme, but also several choral concerts and the very cool sounding Free Flow Tour in Rye. I'm a sucker for cruises, so if I get myself up early enough on Saturday I might...

BIDDEFORD — A beautiful pink ribbon tulip garden is in full bloom at Southern Maine Medical Cente. Last October, a community garden of 500 pink tulip bulbs was planted near the SMMC emergency entrance symbolizing hope and to support breast cancer...

BRISTOL, R.I. — The Justice System Training and Research Institute at Roger Williams University, in partnership with the New England Association of Chiefs of Police, recently recognized police Sgt. Eric O'Brien of the Kennebunk Police Department,...

Editor's note: The following column is a local writer's medical testimonial and should not be viewed as a substitute for a doctor's care.

SENIORS

EASTON, Pa. — Lafayette College senior Richard Krebs of Kennebunk has published research on trends in welfare reform with Rebecca Kissane, assistant professor of anthropology and sociology, in the academic journal "Sociology Compass."

We all hear about "super foods," powerhouse eatables that help the body to be its best. Lists vary, five to 15, some 20, but it's a fairly tight lot — soon to be a bit bigger. Avocado has had super food status for some time — it deserves the...

Diane Hutchins, of North Berwick, and Erik Johnson, of York, are pleased to announce their engagement.

Part II

AUGUSTA — Governor John Baldacci joined the Maine Health Care Association recently to honor the accomplishments of 35 people living in the state's longterm care facilities, including Dr. Marion Moulton, a resident of Atria Kennebunk.

AUGUSTA — Seven Maine high school juniors have been named semifinalists in the Maine Community College System's "Journey Into Writing" contest.

BIDDEFORD — The Comedy Improv Alliance, (a.k.a. The CIA) returns to City Theater with their third mistake of the season, "Who's Afraid of Virginia Hamm?" at 8:08 p.m. on Saturday, May 17, at City Theater in Biddeford.

KENNEBUNK — Thanks to a grant from the Education Foundation of the Kennebunks, Heartwood College of Art will host 345 students from Sea Road School and Consolidated School for a seven-day art immersion program that will take place May 15-23.

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OGUNQUIT — Summer hours will begin at the Ogunquit Library on June 1. The hours are 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday — closed only on Sundays. These hours will be in effect until Oct. 1.

The calendar of events is a compilation of events by local organizations, businesses or individuals. To add your event or activity, contact Living section editor Laura Snyder Smith by e-mail at lsnyder@seacoastonline.com or by phone at 985-2961.

It's one of the major entertainment events of the year in Ogunquit. Fiddlers from across New England and Canada converge on the Dunaway Center on Saturday for Ogunquit Performing Arts' eighth annual International Fiddler's Contest.

KENNEBUNKPORT — Maine native Colin Woodard has always traveled far and wide to gather the fodder for his journalism and books — more than 40 foreign countries spread across six continents.

IN BRIEF

OGUNQUIT — The Ogunquit Art Association will have its spring show May 21 to June 21 at the Barn Gallery, corner of Bourne Lane and Shore Road.

Editor's note: Gossip Lady is a new video series going behind the scenes at local arts and culture hot-spots. Visit seacoastonline.com/gossiplady to watch the videos.

Club updates

YORK — York High School has released its third-quarter honor roll.

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School has announced its third-quarter honor roll for 2007-'08.

Private 1st Class Todd E. Burnett Jr., of the U.S. Marine Corps, has completed low aircraft artillery defense gunnery school at Fort Bliss, Texas.

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WELLS — On May 1, the Wells-Ogunquit Community School District held the 2008 Literary Achievement Awards ceremony in the Olenn Auditorium at Wells High School.

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KENNEBUNK — When Gabriela Rodriguez found Blue eight and a half years ago, he'd already had a hard life.

WELLS — John A. Kryzak, a 2004 graduate of Wells High School, will graduate as a 2nd Lieutenant from the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo., on May 28. He is the son of Theodore and Deborah Kryzak of Acton.