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Friday, September 26, 2025 Volume 21 • Issue No. 39
The Pumpkin Patch Celebrates Community Tradition, Fall Fun YORK First Parish Church in York is celebrating the 11th anniversary of its partnership with Pumpkin Patch Fundraisers. The effort draws visitors to a classic New England fall tradition while generating income for Navajo Nation families in Farmington, NM. Proceeds also support families in need locally and abroad. This partnership is distinguished by the principles on which Pumpkin Patch Fundraisers was founded. Pumpkin Patch Fundraisers began in 1974 in North Carolina “...with three acres of pumpkins and a partnership with one church. There was no contract, no legal proceedings… just a
handshake and trust in each other.” Trust remains the foundation of Pumpkin Patch Fundraisers partnerships. In 1989, the organization moved farming operations to New Mexico, where ever year members of the Navajo Nation plant and harvest about two square miles of pumpkins. The farm employs a seasonal workforce of more than 700 Navajo men, women and children. The impact on the York community has been lasting, with the pumpkin patch becoming a gathering place for all ages. Here, people share stories of joy and sorrow, despair and hope, while searching for just the right pumpkin. Parents and grandparents capture
memories as children’s faces light up at the sight of the pumpkins. Visitors linger in the patch, often stopping to talk and discovering there is more that unites than divides. Children gather at craft tables to decorate their pumpkins, working side by side and encouraging one another. Grade schoolers look forward to visiting the patch each year, learning about the pumpkins’ journey from field to patch before choosing one of their own. Pumpkin passion isn’t limited to the young. A few years ago, a couple celebrating their 62nd wedding anniversary noticed a young pair walking See PUMPKINS on page 11 . . .
Warren’s Seafood & More: A Kittery Icon Reborn KITTERY On Friday, September 5, Warren’s Seafood & More celebrated its grand opening, marking the rebirth of an iconic Kittery restaurant. At 11 a.m., The York Region Chamber of Commerce conducted the ribbon cutting ceremony, welcoming the community to experience this new chapter. The original Warren’s Lobster House, established in 1941, was a beloved fixture for over 80 years, serving the Kittery community and beyond. More than just a dining spot, it was a place of cherished memories – friends, families, and fun, all paired with exceptional food.
Ask anyone who lived in or visited the region, and they’d share a story about Warren’s Lobster House, a testament to its deep community roots. Warren’s Seafood & More carries forward that legacy. The new restaurant is dedicated to recreating that vibrant gathering place that fostered memories, fun, and great food. At the launch, the menu focused on seafood and ice cream. As of October 15, the restaurant
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WELLS The Town of Wells Veterans Affairs Committee, in partnership with the Wells Rotary Club, has announced an upcoming event honoring area veterans: CDR Mike Guyer Salute to Armed Forces WHS Football Military Appreciation Night. All area veterans and active-duty service members are encouraged to attend. The event takes place Friday, October 3, at Wells High School, 200 Sanford Road. It begins with a free Armed Services appreciation dinner for veterans and their families, hosted by the Wells Rotary, at 4:15 p.m. The opening ceremony starts at 5:45 p.m., followed by kickoff at
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will be offering the full menu, the famous salad bar, and a Tiki-themed bar. Plans are also in motion to add a larger ice cream parlor, and to host live music. Warren’s Seafood & More is located at 11 Water Street in Kittery. For more information, visit www.warrensseafood.com or follow them on Instagram. Article content courtesy Andy Kelley for Warren’s Seafood & More: warrensseafood@ gmail.com.
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6:30 p.m., when the Wells Warriors face the Leavitt Hornets. The Mike Guyer Foundation is a nonprofit organization based in Wells, dedicated to honoring the legacy of Commander Mike Guyer, a distinguished U.S. Navy SEAL. Established by his family and community members, the foundation raises funds to support the Navy SEAL Foundation, which provides critical assistance to active-duty SEALs, veterans, and their families. The foundation organizes annual events, including the CDR Mike Guyer Salute to Armed Forces Game and a charity golf tournament, to engage the See VETERANS on page 4 . . .
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C&J Adds Routes to New York City SEACOAST C&J Bus Lines will expand its direct service from the Seacoast area to New York City starting October 14, adding nearly 50% more departures to meet growing demand from business and leisure travelers. The updated schedule includes two trips daily from Portsmouth and Seabrook, NH, with a third trip added on peak days to provide more weekend flexibility, the company announced. C&J’s New York service features wide seats, complimentary snacks and beverages, 5G Wi-Fi, individual power outlets, and personal lighting at each seat. The company promotes flat-rate fares with no baggage
fees as a lower-cost alternative to air or rail travel. Owner Jim Jalbert said the expansion is part of C&J’s effort to make travel more accessible. “And with fares starting at just $94 one-way, we continue to be one of the most affordable and convenient ways to get directly to Manhattan,” he said in a statement. To mark the launch, C&J is offering a $20 discount on select trips between October 14 and November 14. The promotion applies to departures from Dover, Portsmouth and Seabrook, NH, in the morning, and the 6 p.m. departure from New York City. For more information, visit www.ridecj.com.
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