Stephanie Dellavalle

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September 1, 2023

New law impacting boaters, paddlers, anglers, and any other watercraft users

To reduce the spread of aquatic invasive species in Maine, a law was passed by Maine Legislature that requires boaters to take specific actions to encourage water to drain from their watercraft prior to entering a water body or leaving a launch site (PUBLIC LAW 2023 CHAPTER 190). Aquatic invasive species are any fish, wildlife, […]
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September 1, 2023

9th Annual Western Mountain Photography Show

The Rangeley Friends of the Arts announces the 9th Annual Western Mountain Photography Show. Juried exhibit awards reception: Saturday, September 9, 2023, 5:30 – 7:00 PM at the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery located in the Lobby of the RFA Lakeside Theater at 2493 Main Street in Rangeley. The Theme for the 2023 Exhibit is PERSPECTIVE. […]
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September 1, 2023

Black Snowflakes Smothering a Torch

Author Ryan Stovall will be at the Rangeley Public Library on Wednesday, September 6th at 6:00 PM to share from his book Black Snowflakes Smothering a Torch: Or How to Talk to Your Veteran: A Primer. Black Snowflakes is a primer serving to facilitate dialogue between those who have experienced the crushing arms of war […]
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September 1, 2023

MaineCF grants available for arts initiatives

ELLSWORTH & PORTLAND – Arts organizations throughout the state may be eligible for grants from two Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF) grant programs. Maine Expansion Arts and the Maine Theater Fund are accepting online proposals from arts organizations and for arts-related programming throughout the state. Maine Expansion Arts supports arts organizations serving rural communities and those led by and/or serving […]
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September 1, 2023

The Gawler Family Concert

The Gawler Family and Friends present a family-oriented concert with an assortment of old and new sounds from many folk traditions on Sunday, September 10th at 3pm. It will take place in the UMF amphitheater which is behind the Olsen Student Center and the High Street parking lot. In the event of rain, the concert […]
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September 1, 2023

Junior Guides Program Comes to a Close

The Rangeley Guides & Sportsmen’s 2023 Junior Guide Program concluded on July 25th with a morning visit to the Forestry Museum in Rangeley. Our presenter was Ron Haines who highlighted Maine’s rich cultural heritage of the forestry industry and its role in conservation. The advanced group were driven to Haley Pond where wildlife photographer, Nick […]
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September 1, 2023

Western Maine Audubon presents: Owls of Maine and the Maine Owl Pellet Project Talk by Zach Olson

Western Maine Audubon is pleased to announce a nature talk titled Owls of Maine and the Maine Owl Pellet Project on Wednesday, September 13 at 7 p.m. in the Thomas Auditorium of Preble Hall on the campus of UMF. The presentation, which is free to the public, will be given by Associate Professor of Animal […]
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September 1, 2023

30th Annual RCOC Golf Classic Celebrates Winning Teams and Generous Sponsors

Rangeley Lakes, ME – August 23, 2023 – The Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the triumphant winners of the 30th Annual Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic, a celebrated event that took place on August 16th at the picturesque Mingo Springs Golf Course. The day was made even more special […]
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September 1, 2023

New Ventures Maine Announces Free Classes in Career, Business, and Financial Education for September

AUGUSTA, MAINE — August 15, 2023 — New Ventures Maine will offer free online and in-person workshops and classes statewide in September in three program areas: career, business and financial education. Workshops and classes are designed to help people in Maine gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to start a business, build a career, and manage money. The full class schedule […]
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September 1, 2023

Invasive Rusty Crayfish Contest a Success

Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust (RLHT) hosted the first annual Invasive Rusty Crayfish Contest in the Rangeley Lakes Region from August 7-13. RLHT provided a trap, information to correctly identify the native and invasive species and cash prizes to incentivize the public to participate. Eight teams participated in removing 148 invasive Rusty crayfish weighing 2 lbs. […]