‘Box of Joy’ program in Norway, Bridgton to help children in need

NORWAY — Parishioners and community members are encouraged to support a program that will help provide shoe boxes full of gifts to mission children in South America who have never received Christmas presents before. “Box of Joy” invites generosity through boxes filled with small toys, school supplies and hygiene items. To participate, individuals and families […]

Margaret Meyer: ‘Time for a change’ from Sen. Collins

I keep seeing negative ads against Sara Gideon by the 1820 PAC (Political Action Committee). Who are they? To better my understanding, I did a little research on some of the top donors to the 1820 PAC. Donors include: Citadell, LLC ($1,000,000), owner Ken Griffith (Illinois); John Malone ($500,000), (Colorado); Oberndorf Enterprises ($250,000), owner William […]

Oxford County Register of Big Trees adds champion trees

BETHEL — The Oxford County Register of Big Trees has announced Oxford County’s newest champion — a balsam poplar, or for those familiar with the works of local author C.A. Stephens, a Balm of Gilead. Located at the home of Scott and Michele Cole, the tree is 105 feet tall, 194 inches in circumference and […]

Ted Jones: Taxes are too tough on seniors

It has been a long time since I took pen in hand to write anything other than a special occasion letter or card. I believe it is time for local, state and federal government to take another look at senior survival. At 60 or so years you take a look at your personal savings, investments […]

George Ferguson: Some criticisms of Trump

Can people think of anything positive Trump has done (and don’t say the economy)? Here are just a few of the negative: 1. Where is the “wonderful” health care plan from March? 2. The turning point on the virus is coming. I want to see him get the shot on TV, not behind the scenes. […]

Rich Lowry: They’ve got nothing on Amy Coney Barrett

The Supreme Court fight of the century is, so far, a fizzle. The ratio of progressive outrage over the nomination of federal Judge Amy Coney Barrett to supposed reasons that the U.S. Senate shouldn’t confirm her is completely out of whack – there’s a surfeit of the former and almost none of the latter. Barrett […]

St. Dom’s students create warm blankets for shelter pets

AUBURN — “Every year, these activities are part of the reason I love working at St. Dom’s and some of my fondest memories with my students,” said Jamie Ouellette, seventh-grade teacher at Saint Dominic Academy. Staff and students renew a commitment each day to celebrating faith, academic excellence and kindness. “We discussed how we can […]

Community briefs for Tuesday, Oct. 13

Lewiston VFW post to meet on Oct. 20 LEWISTON — The James B. Longley-Normand Dion Post 9150, VFW, will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, in the Lewiston Armory seniors room. Everyone will be required to wear a mask, and social distancing will take place.   Norway center offers free drive-thru community dinner NORWAY […]

Political cartoon for Tuesday, Oct. 13

Special Bible study program to be offered through Zoom

RANGELEY — All are welcome to sign up for a special Bible study program in November that will help participants spiritually prepare for Advent and Christmas. Facilitated by Fr. Anthony Kuzia, CM, pastor of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish (Our Lady of the Lakes Church, Oquossoc; St. Luke Church, Rangeley; St. John Church, Stratton; […]