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Cook departs as Chamber executive director
The Greater Bridgton Chamber of Commerce announced Monday that Angela Cook, who has served as the Executive Director, has left the Chamber. “Angie has been an integral part of our organization since she joined in 2015 as the office manager,” the Chamber said in a statement to The News. “During her tenure, Angie built strong relationships on behalf of the Chamber and has been a great source of support for our member businesses. Her dedication and commitment have greatly contributed to the evolution of our Chamber.”
Residents raise concerns about Food Pantry location
Reed Holden was driving through town one day and saw a large number of people standing and sitting out in the cold. The people were waiting their turn to enter the Bridgton Food Pantry. “I look at the Pantry today and the shelves are empty by 2 or 3 o’clock...
Transfer site redesign, paving set for 2025
CASCO — The residents of two towns can be assured that construction will not interfere with their summertime usage of the Casco-Naples Bulky Waste Facility and Transfer Station. The much-publicized construction won’t start until after Labor Day. While the construction will not put a halt to getting rid...
In Ye Olden Times — A Community Fourth of July
Our small town sure fills up for Independence Day, doesn’t it? Now, I don’t have any hard statistics for this year’s attendance numbers yet, though I’m sure someone somewhere in the town office is busy tabulating the data even now, but speaking just anecdotally, doesn’t it feel like this year the 4th of July week here in Bridgton was somehow even busier than is traditional? Oh, the usual signs and suspects are all in appearance; you can’t turn left onto Main Street, all the camps and inns and motels are filled up, and down to the supermarket cookout supplies run worryingly low while checkout lines run worryingly long, trending away somewhere into the frozen dairy aisle.
Westbrook Strong 5k raises $10,000 for domestic violence awareness and scholarships
WESTBROOK (WGME) - Running and raising awareness, Saturday morning's Westbrook Strong 5k helped raised 10-thousand dollars for a domestic violence awareness group. Matthew Rairdon, a former graduate from Westbrook High School, was 22 years old when he was killed by his ex-boyfriend in 2013. His parents began this race to...
Waterville Businessman Brings Cannabis Store, Pizzeria to Wiscasset
Waterville resident Richard Petron is working to bring his business ideas to life, effectively making his mark with two new stores in Wiscasset. Petron opened Seafoam Cannabis, a medical marijuana storefront, at 493 Gardiner Road in Wiscasset on June 24. Petron began leasing the building in 2022, around the same...
Neil Patrick Harris dines at Frisbee's Wharf in Kittery. Here's what he ordered
KITTERY, Maine — Pepperrell Cove recently had a special visitor as a curious humpback whale breached in and around local boaters. The latest esteemed guest to pay a visit is Neil Patrick Harris, the award-winning screen and stage actor and awards show host. The 51-year-old “How I Met Your...
Van Buren transforming underdeveloped space into community garden
VAN BUREN, Maine – In 2008, a flood devastated a 3.1 acre cul-de-sac on Grant Street in downtown Van Buren, ruining three houses. Now, the town is working on a $77,785 project to transform this area into a creative space by building a community garden and greenhouse. The town...
Flying Goat Farm profiled by Maine Farmland Trust
New Gloucester’s Flying Goat Farm and owners Cara Sammons-Shepard and Devin Shepard were recently featured by Maine Farmland Trust in an article by Kristina Buckley. Find the full interview, along with more terrific photos, at this link. ~ NGX. Celebrating Maine Dairy Month: next stop, Flying Goat Farm. |...
Music filling the Opera House – July 12, 17, 18 and 20
Internationally renowned Canadian Brass, acclaimed singer-songwriters The Contenders, NYC’s hot jazz group The Hot Sardines, and Maine’s own Grammy-winning Patty Griffin on stage in the coming week. What’s up at the historic Boothbay Harbor Opera House this week? In short, a lot. In a summer filled with highly...
Kindness Day on Aug. 8
At WABI, we believe that when we work together, we can build a caring, connected community. We’re teaming up with Stanley Subaru and Stanley Chevrolet for “Kindness Day” on Aug. 8. Please join us to make a real difference, and support the programs of three amazing community...
Groundbreaking of visionary new healthcare facility: Join us for the July 23 ceremony
PALMYRA — Bowman Constructors, Hometown Health Center, and Harriman are excited to announce their collaboration on a visionary new healthcare facility. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to innovation, quality, […]
Community Calendar: July 13-21, 2024
Yoga at the Orchards, 8-9 am, McDougal Orchards, 201 Hanson Ridge Rd., Springvale. Sanford Farmers’ Market, 8 am-noon, Central Park, 920 Main St. Annual Yard Sale, 8 am-1 pm, First Baptist Church of Springvale, 429 Main St. Low-cost Rabies Clinic, 9:30-11 am, Pet Supplies Plus, 1364 Main St. Free...
City Council July 2 Meeting Summary
Bridget Salantri gave a presentation to the council showcasing efforts to beautify the Main Street Marketplace. The City Council got an update on the Heritage Crossing encampment cleanup, discussed rebranding for the Fire Department and heard several presentations at its July 2 meeting. All council members were present. Homelessness Update.
Maine Sports Betting Handle Tops $39M In June
The Maine Gambling Control Unit (MGCU) reported Thursday that the Pine Tree State accepted $39.5 million in wagers from sports betting for June, similar to May’s $39.8 million figure. Wagers on the NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Final contributed to these numbers. Sports betting first launched in Maine on...
UMA opens Maine's first aviation maintenance technician school
Until now, Maine has been one of only three states without a program to train aviation maintenance technicians, forcing employers in the state's growing aviation and aerospace sectors to recruit skilled workers from elsewhere. In response to that demand, the University of Maine at Augusta is opening the state’s first...
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