Saluting Soldier
Your Community Newspaper Serving: SOMERSWORTH, ROLLINSFORD & DOVER
Mark Wilcox Publisher/Editor: Mark Wilcox

Mark has over 40 years in the newspaper business, beginning his career with the Boston Globe. After close to 20 years he moved on to Harte-Hanks Communications, a multi-media corporation which includes a number of daily newspapers, TV stations (including cable), and Direct Marketing facilities throughout the United States, where he rose to the position of Vice-President. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Boston College as well as a Doctorate of Law from New England Law School, and is active in many business organizations throughout New England. Mark has maintained a home in Wells for over 20 years while traveling extensively in his previous newspaper career.

Jim Kanak Copy Editor/Staff Columnist:
Jim Kanak

A native of Ohio, Jim came to New England in 1973 after being drafted into the Army. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Ohio State University and an M.A. in Political Science from Northeastern. He worked for approximately 30 years in the field of health and human services. He began reporting on sports in 2000 and became a news reporter in 2004. He joined the Sentinel in April, 2009. Jim and his wife Susan live in Wells.

Larry Favinger Staff Columnist: Larry Favinger

A native of Pennsylvania, Larry first came to the Seacoast area as an Air Force medic at Pease AFB. He has spent over 40 years in the newspaper business, retiring in 2001 from The Portsmouth Herald after positions such as Sports Editor, City Editor, Op/Ed Editor and Maine Bureau Chief. He was named New Hampshire Sportswriter of the Year ten times, and in 1996 was named New England Journalist of the Year by the New England Press Association. Since retiring he has done freelance work for several area publications. He lives in York and has been married to wife Rose Ann for 48 years. They have a grown daughter, Laura. He is an avid reader, golfer and musician. He enjoys playing his keyboard and sings with the First Parish Church choir and in a men’s ensemble, the Bow Tie Guys.

Devin Beliveau Staff Columnist: Devin Beliveau

Devin received his Bachelor of Arts in Government at Colby College and continued on to Stanford University to complete his Masters in Education. He has taught high school history and government for the past four years, the last two years at Thornton Academy in Saco, Maine. This year (2009), he was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Maine Community College system. Devin lives with his wife Debbie in Kittery.

Scott Andrews Staff Columnist: Scott Andrews

Scott has been writing about theater and the performing arts since 1987 and has authored more than 1000 articles in well-known publications. Occasional assignments include pieces for The Associated Press and the Maine Tourism Association. He received his education from the University of Chicago, completing not only a Bachelor’s degree but also an M.B.A.

Chip Schrader Book Review Editor:
Richard “Chip” Schrader

Richard “Chip” Schrader was born just west of the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. Since then, he has obtained a B.A. in English from Alfred University, and has fully assimilated into his New England life. He spends his days working at The Rice Public Library, playing music, writing, and studying to obtain his Master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh. He lives in Kennebunk with his wife.

Carol Brennan Account Manager: Carol Brennan

Carol is a resident of Wells, who has entered the newspaper business as a second career after retiring with over 35 years at Raytheon Manufacturing Company. Her tenure at Raytheon was spent primarily in the purchasing department as a buyer and customer service representative. She is a native of Lawrence, Massachusetts in the Merrimack Valley where she attended both high school and college.

David Kennedy Account Manager: David Kennedy

David is a combat veteran of the Vietnam Conflict and was Honorably Discharged from the U.S. Marine Corp. He went to New Hampshire College and graduated with a business degree, receiving Honors. He has worked for a local newspaper for 30 years and has lived in South Berwick for just as long (after moving from the Mid-West). His lengthy marriage has blessed him with two kids and four grandchildren.

Paula Kennedy Account Manager: Paula Kennedy

Paula has been working as an advertising consultant for nine years. She and her husband Jason have three little boys. They presently reside in Sanford. Paula and her family enjoy traveling, reading and simply finding fun things to do!

Raina Keim Art Director/Graphic Artist: Raina Keim

Raina graduated in December 2005 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Fine Arts from the University of New Mexico, and an Associates degree in Computing Technology from the Albuquerque Technical Vocational Institute. She is glad to be back from New Mexico, living in her home town of South Berwick where she can spend time with family and the Atlantic Ocean.

Karen O’Brien-Hay Graphic Artist: Karen O’Brien-Hay

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Newspaper Publishing:

Seacoast Media Group
111 New Hampshire Ave., Portsmouth, NH 03801 (603)436-1800

The Granite State Sentinel utilizes Seacoast Media Group's Goss Magnum 8 (Two-Around) Press located at their Portsmouth headquarters. According to www.nexpo.com, SMG's press is the first of its kind produced by Goss.