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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...
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, […]
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.
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.
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...
All Redbox Kiosks in Maine Are Closed
Maine has several Redbox kiosks all over the Pine Tree State, and they will soon disappear. A sad day for those who do not like change or struggle with new technology, but a devastating day for Redbox's over 1000 employees who haven't be paid, and will be left without a job, and without severance.
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...
USM extends grace period, adds payment kiosks after automated parking complaints
GORHAM (WGME) -- The University of Southern Maine has made some tweaks to its automated parking systems in Gorham and Portland after parent and student complaints. The system, which went live last year, uses a combination of cameras and artificial intelligence to track license plates coming and going from campus parking lots.
Three People Injured after Head-On Crash with Ambulance in Maine
Three people were injured Friday after a head-on collision involving an ambulance and another vehicle in Oxford. The crash happened at the intersection of Main Street and Industrial Road. Two EMS Personnel Injured in Ambulance. Two emergency medical personnel were injured and taken to Stephens Memorial Hospital in stable condition.
Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for Attempted Murder in Maine
A 35-year-old man will spend 18 years in prison for trying to strangle and kill the mother of his children and assaulting an officer in Waterville. Irineu Goncalves from Revere, Massachusetts was sentenced Wednesday to 30 years with all but 18 years suspended for Attempted Murder, Domestic Violence Criminal Threatening and Assault on an Officer.
Cadets Watch Mid-air Refueling
Civil Air Patrol cadet Ronan Kelley on board a KC-135 Stratotanker during recent refueling exercises. Five cadets in training with the Civil Air Patrol at Sanford Seacoast Airport recently got an up-close look at how military aircraft refuel in the air. Cadet Airman First Class Gavin Merrill, cadet Senior Airman...
Pop-up Ukrainian coffee shop comes to Lewiston for 2 days
LEWISTON, Maine — As NATO approves a new program to provide reliable military aid to Ukraine and help it get ready to join the alliance, there is a new show of support for people in Ukraine here in Maine. Munka Gallery is hosting a pop-up Ukrainian coffee shop on...
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