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AWS in the News
The Animal Welfare Society has so many great stories and news opportunities that we want to share it all with you. If you missed an article in the paper you have the opportunity to read all about it here. The following press releases are in chronological order starting with the most recent. If you have any questions, please contact our Media Coordinator at 985-3244 x 123
November 8, 2012 Thanksgiving Tips to Keep Pets Safe
October 6, 2012 Fourth Annual Haunted Walk at Animal Welfare Society
June 26, 2012 Animal Welfare Society Appoints Two to its Board of Directors, Announces New Board Officers
June 15, 2012 AWS Art Auction Raises $15,000 for Shelter Animals
May 3, 2012 Camp Wool Event Benefits the AWS
April 27, 2012 Shelter Spay Neuter Clinic to hold Spay Event for Biddeford
April 27, 2012 AWS to Host Kitten Shower
March 29, 2012 Rabbits for Easter
March 14, 2012 AWS Offers April Vacation Workshops
January 27, 2012 Shelter Spay Neuter Clinic and AWS Team Up to Offer Reduced Pricing in February
January 19, 2012 AWS and Maine Correctional Center Partner for Paws in Stripes
January 5, 2012 Cold Weather Tips for Your Pets
December 16, 2011 Holiday Tips to Keep Pets Safe
December 1, 2011 AWS offers Vacation Day Camps for Students aged 7 - 11
November 22, 2011 AWS names Gary Leech and Elena Casey to Board of Directors
November 18, 2011 AWS Announces PetCo Grant to Help Incentivize Community to Spay and Neuter
November 4, 2011 AWS Reminds the Public of Possible Thanksgiving Dangers to Pets
November 4, 2011 AWS and Sanford-Springvale Animal Welfare Team to Offer
Low-Income Spay/Neuter Event to Residents
October 28, 2011 AWS Humane Education Department offers Pizza with Pets
October 14, 2011 Halloween Tips for Pets
October 7, 2011 The Animal Welfare Society Teams with Old Orchard Beach to Help Reduce Cat Over-Population in Town
September 8, 2011 The Animal Welfare Society Announces After School Program
August 31, 2011 17th Annual Strut Your Mutt to Benefit Sadie Fund
August 12, 2011 The Animal Welfare Society Announces Opening of a Low Cost Spay Neuter Clinic
June 30, 2011 News Brief from the AWS
June 23, 2011 A ‘life-changing’ event Duo heads to tornado-ravaged town to help care for stray animals. By Rachel H. Goldman
June 13, 2011 AWS Sends Animal Care Workers to Joplin, Missouri
June 10, 2011 Animal Welfare Society Offers Youth Summer Workshops
May 20, 2011 Waterboro Brownie Troop are the Project Kitten Winners
May 1, 2011 Perkins Real Estate Generous Donation to Shelter
April 22, 2011 Art Gala and Auction to Benefit the AWS at Colony Hotel in Kennebunkport
April 22, 2011 Annual Kitten Shower Helps Shelter to Prepare for "Kitten Season"
April 15, 2011 Rabbits for Easter Gifts? Make an Informed Decision
April 1, 2011 Dine Out at One Dock to Benefit the Animal Welfare Society
March 18, 2011 AWS and Local Veterinarians Team up to Offer Low Cost Spay/Neuter
February 7, 2011 The Animal Welfare Society urges Pet Owners to be Prepared this Valentine's Day and Every Day
January 26, 2011 AWS Board of Directors Welcomes New Member, Amber Caouette
January 13, 2011 AWS Partners with Area Veterinarians for Spay Day Campaign
January 7, 2011 Sanford Institute for Savings Holds Photo Contest to Benefit AWS
December 24, 2010 AWS Take in Cats from Brunswick Shelter
December 13, 2010 AWS Reminds Pet Owners to Keep Pets Safe from the Cold
November 15, 2010 Thanksgiving Advice to Keep Pets Safe
October 15, 2010 October 23rd: National PitBull Awareness Day Event at the AWS
October 15, 2010 October 23rd: Second Annual Haunted Walk at the AWS
October 15, 2010 Portland Press Herald Covers Ohio Pups Coming to Maine
October 14, 2010 AWS takes in Dogs from Alleged Fighting Operation
September 3, 2010 Strut Your Mutt on Kennebunk Beach to Support AWS
July 28, 2010 AWS to Provide Shelter Services to Old Orchard Beach
July 26, 2010 Kennebunk Dog Park Seeks Photo for 2011 Calendar
July 2, 2010 AWS Seeks Antiques for Annual Antique Show in August
June 25, 2010 Fireworks and Dogs, Bad Combination
June 16, 2010 AWS Hires Former Firefighter as Volunteer Coordinator
June 11, 2010 Art Auction to Benefit AWS Raises Nearly $16,000.
April 20, 2010 Animal Welfare Society Hosts 1st Annual Art Auction and Gala
April 5, 2010 Dog Temperament Testing Offered at the Animal Welfare Society on May 8th
April 5, 2010 AWS Promotes Responsible Cat Ownership, Sterilization and Awareness
for Upcoming Kitten Season with Annual Event
March 5, 2010 More than 100 Pilots Attend Pancake Breakfast Flyin with Southern Maine Aviation to Benefit AWS
March 1, 2010 Spay Day Committee Thanks Veterinarians for Participation
February 22, 2010 Dine Out at Dock One to Benefit the AWS
February 22, 2010 AWS Announces Another Popular Portrait Day
February 1, 2010 AWS Announces Spay Day Campaign in Southern Maine
January 22, 2010 AWS Adds Two Additional Towns to Roster
January 15, 2010 AWS Quick to React to Plight of Animals in Haiti
January 4, 2010 AWS Dogs Exposed to Distemper Available for Adoption Soon
December 25, 2009 Volunteers Make Work on Christmas Morning Fun at AWS
November 20, 2009 Becker College and AWS Partner for Greyhound Adoption
November 12, 2009 AWS Encourages Local Media to Support the Shelter Pet Project
November 9, 2009 Sanford Student Meets Governor Baldacci
November 6, 2009 AWS Residents Gabby and Walter Appear on NECN
November 2, 2009 Letter of Appreciation from AWS During Shelter Appreciation Week
October 13, 2009 DeCroteau raises most donations for AWS Strut Your Mutt
October 9, 2009 Media Alert: AWS preparing for Haunted Walk on October 17th
October 2, 2009 Gail Crowell with Cleo and Mishka, two of the many adoptable kittens from AWS on NECN's Adopt A Pet
September 28, 2009 AWS receives $10,000 grant from Ogunquit resident
September 11, 2009 Jocelyn Layman with Ferris, an AWS long-term-resident, green eyed, spunky and sweet, long haired cat, on NECN's Adopt A Pet.
September 4, 2009 Jocelyn Layman with Max the Akita on NECN's Adopt a Pet. This senior citizen is mellow and loves people.
September 4, 2009 AWSome Paws with Kerrie Robinson. What pet is right for you? How the Shelter raises funds to support the mission.
August 31, 2009 15th Annual Strut Your Mutt Still Accepting Registrations
August 24, 2009 AWS Announces Strut Your Mutt will be held on September 13, 2009
August 10, 2009 AWS Volunteers Reach Record Sales at Annual Antique Show
August 7, 2009 Jocelyn Layman from AWS appears on NECN's Adopt A Pet with Trip and Kellie
August 6, 2009 Norman Rockwell Festival in Kennebunk to Benefit AWS
August 3, 2009 Animal Welfare Society Staff Completes Red Cross Pet First Aid Training Course
July 31, 2009 Jocelyn Layman from AWS appears on NECN's Adopt A Pet with Lander
July 24, 2009 Jocelyn Layman from AWS appears on NECN's Adopt A Pet with Brindles
July 18, 2009 Media Alert: Couple Falls in Love with Dog and Camps Overnight to Ensure Adoption.
July 17, 2009 Animal Welfare Society Appoints Gail A. Arnold Board of Directors President
July 5, 2009 AWS Obedience Instructor, Kim VanSickle appears on Channel 6, WCSH to discuss bringing dogs to events.
July 1, 2009 AWSome Paws on Biddeford Public Access, Learn about "Paws Across America", meet Leah a Long Term Resident and More.
June 29, 2009 Fireworks and Dogs - Bad Combination
June 22, 2009 The Danger of Dogs in Cars
June 16, 2009 AWSome Paws is back by request on Biddeford Public Access TV
June 15, 2009 Animal Welfare Society Appoints Retired Kennebunk Savings CEO to its Board of Directors
June 3, 2009 June is National Adopt-a-Cat Month
May 4, 2009 Animal Welfare Society Announces Popular Summer Youth Workshops
April 29, 2009 Community Connections Mentoring Group Cleans Grounds at AWS
April 27, 2009 UNE Swimteam Assists AWS with Volunteer BBQ
April 20, 2009 ASPCA Awards AWS Grant for Work with Greyhounds
April 17, 2009 Amica Insurance Sponsors AWS Annual Kitten Shower
April 17, 2009 Unemployeed Volunteers Give Back at AWS, NECN video clip
April 8, 2009 AWS Announces Project Kitten Challenge
March 30, 2009 Bunnies at Animal Welfare Society
March 23, 2009 AWS to Host Pajama Party for Long Term Residents
March 13, 2009 Eva Matteson of Coast 93.1 to Spin for AWS
March 2, 2009 Spin for AWS Fundraiser at Saco Sport and Fitness
February 13, 2009 STAR Puppy Program at AWS Celebrates Graduates
February 6, 2009 Safety First on Valentine's Day
January 29, 2009 Kennebunk Fire Dept gives AWS Staff and Volunteers Fire Safety Training
January 26, 2009 AWS Receives Bulid A Bear Grant
January 13, 2009 It's Time to License Your Pet
December 31, 2008 Community Support Allows AWS to Care for Over 2,750 Animals in 2008
December 30, 2008 AWS Offers School Vacation Workshop in February
December 26, 2008 AWS Partners with Kennebunk Resident to Save Puppies
December 26, 2008 Movie "Marley and Me" Promotes Importance of Training for Dogs
December 22, 2008 Cold Weather and Pet Safety
December 18, 2008 AWS Helps Community During Ice Storm
December 11, 2008 Puppies at AWS!
December 8, 2008 Obedience Gift Certificates as Gifts
December 2, 2008 Photographs to Benefit AWS
December 2, 2008 December Events at AWS
November 21, 2008 AWS Welcomes New Board Members
November 17, 2008 Thanksgiving Tips for Pets
November 17, 2008 AWS Alumni Saves Lost Dog
November 10, 2008 Tri-town Bake Sale a Huge Success
November 10, 2008 AWS Brings Puppies to Maine
October 24, 2008 Half Off Adoption Special for Black Cats
October 21, 2008 Pet Safety Tips for Halloween
October, 20 2008 AWS Asks "Are You Guilty?"
October 11, 2008 AWS in Need of Donations
October 3, 2008 Adopt License Plate Update, $50,000 Raised in Support
September 24, 2008 Wanted: Homes for Homeless Felines
September 22, 2008 AWS Humane Education Program in Full Swing
Story Hour for Children 3 - 6 Years Old at Animal Welfare Society
AWS Offers After School Bands of Mercy Program
14th Annual Strut Your Mutt Huge Success!
Shannon Moss to Emcee 14th Annual Strut Your Mutt Walk
Obedience Class for Puppies at AWS
Buxton Reunion at Strut Your Mutt on Kennebunk Beach
$1.00 Per Pound Promotion Helps to Get Cats and Kittens Adopted at AWS
14th Annual Strut Your Mutt Walk on Kennebunk Beach to Boost AWS Sadie Fund
Pantry Cafe, Biddeford Hosts Month Long Fundraiser for AWS
AWS Receives Most Votes in Kennebunk Savings Community Ballot
Hot Dogs, Antiques, Golf and BBQ’s! Local businesses support Animal Welfare Society in a variety of ways!
Adopt License Plate to Help Shelters Throughout the State
AWS Grateful for Community Suppport
AWS Paws Across America Program Saves Desirable Dogs from Certain Death
Get to Know Your Shelter
St. David's Budget Box and Anchor Fence hosts Spay/Neuter Fundraiser
Pet Safety Tips for Fourth of July
Fourth of July Cat Adoption Promotion
AWS Celebrates Adoption of Raja, the last "Buxton Dog"
Pets and Their Families Portrait Event at AWS
AWS Summer Workshop Program Filling Up Fast
AWS Alerts Public to Dangers of Summer Heat for Pets
AWS Celebrates Adopt a Shelter Cat Month with Adoption Special and Urges Sterilization
AWS Hosts Annual Kitten Shower to Promote Adoption, Sterilization and Education
AWS Welcomes Gail Crowell as Program Coordinator
AWS Announces Greyhound Placement Program
AWS Names Kerrie Robinson Director of Development
AWS Hires New Volunteer Coordinator
AWS Holds Annual "Pay for a Spay" Fundraiser
The Animal Welfare Society Finds Homes for over 1500 Cats in 2007
The Final Days of the Buxton Puppy Mill Case: leaving an imprint that will last forever
Kennebunk Rotary Club Thanks AWS with a Pizza Lunch!
Home Sweet Home
New Year Brings New Homes for Buxton Dogs
Home for the Holidays
Dogs and Pups Create Quite a Stir
Deja Vu as Portland Shelter Received 20 More Dogs
Adoptions Go Smoothly
Preparations for Adoption
Volunteers Needed to Assist with Mission
Giving Thanks 11/23/07
Steady as she Goes
Another Chapter
You’re Invited to Join Us at Our Holiday Open House
Still No News 11/15/07
No News Yet
Anticipation
All in a Day's Work
Time and TLC Make All the Difference
Life Goes on at New Portland Facility
Operation Mutt Move
The American Humane Association a Sight for Sore Eyes
Hope Emerges out of Desperate Situation -Hill's Major Donor
Case Pending/Lives in Limbo
Frascas Snub Court /Dogs Ruled Property of the State
Reigning Cats and Dogs Feeds Deluge of Dogs
Gearing Up for The Big Move/Dog Food No Longer Needed
Enrichment for Dogs Reduces Stress Levels
Pending Transfer to New Building/Foster Care on Standby
Neither Rain, nor Sleet nor Heat nor Labor Day nor annual Strut Your Mutt fundraiser stays these ….from their appointed rounds.
Endurance and Spirit Necessary to Continue Mission
The Salvation Army Continues Excellent Service as HSUS Reinforcements Arrive
New Building Needed for Seized Animals
AWS Response Team Forges Ahead Stoically
Reinforcements Arrive at Camp Buxton
Public Responds for Volunteerism/Still have Need for Monetary Donations
Planet Dog Foundation Donates Dog Toys and $5000 Check in Support of AWS & ARL
AWS Works Non-Stop to Care for Shelter Animals as well as Buxton Animals
AWS Assists with Major Puppy Mill Seizure in York County
Animal Welfare Society's Counts on Annual "Strut Your Mutt" to Boost Sadie Fund
Kennebunk Savings Bank Customers vote over $120,000 to York County Charities
AWS Hires New Program Coordinator
Project Kitten Raises Almost 2000 Pounds in Donations for Animal Welfare Society
Why Not Give the Gift of the AWS?
Join us at the Annual AWS Holiday Open House
Rover, it's Cold Ouside! Keep your pets safe and warm this Winter
Get Involved with pAWSitively OGUNQUIT
Thanks to All Who Helped make the Best of the Best a Great Evening!
12th Annual Strut Your Mutt was the Best Ever!
Kennebunk Savings Bank Supports AWS through Community Ballot
AWS Dedicates Cat Room to Long-Time Supporter
June is Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month!
Kennebunk Dog Park Celebrates with an Open House!
Rabbits, guinea pigs and ferrets galore!
The Fourth Annual Project Kitten was a Huge Success
Our Fourth Annual Project Kitten Campaign has Arrived!
Help Us End the Needless Suffering by Supporting Spay/Neuter!
AWS Employee Named 2006 Humane Teen of the Year
Animal Welfare Society Receives Maine State Legislature Accolade
Cats and Kittens Available for Adoption
Update on Disaster Relief Activities
AWS Reaches out to Hurricane Katraina Victims
Improving the View Initiative a Success to Date
AWS is Improving the View for our Animals!
Summer Youth Camps are Here!
AWS Named Animal Shelter of the Year by MACA
Remembering a Cherished Friend, Mrs. Elmina B. Sewall
Ten Years of Successful Adoptions!
Find a Small Animal Companion at the Animal Welfare Society
What can we do about Cat Overpopulation?
AWS Paws Across America Recognizes the Dixie Dogs!
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