To the Editor: The West Parish Congregational Church has a long tradition of hosting a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service for the community. This year’s service will be at 5 p.m. and will feature a choir that anyone is invited to join, regardless of experience. Rehearsals will be held on Thursdays, December 14 and 21 at […]

To the Editor: Let’s face it, government is a necessary evil. Something that, at least in theory, was designed to provide structure and organization to a given group of people. When Ben Franklin was asked the question of whether we had a Republic or a Monarchy in 1787, the wise doctor responded, “A Republic, if […]

To the Editor:The Shriners of Oxford County are once again holding a FEZtival of Trees at Jackson-Silver Post #68 at 595 Gore Rd in Locke Mills. This year there will be over 20 decorated trees sponsored by local businesses, non profits and individuals for everyone to enjoy, Friday, Dec. 8 with doors opening at 4 […]

To the Editor: The Bethel Area District Exchange and Food Pantry would like to thank the Pleasant Valley Bible Church for their part in the 192 Turkey Baskets given out over this past holiday week. When we give, we all gain. with gratitude, Dave Bean and the BADE&FP Team Bethel

To the Editor: The Bethel Area District Exchange and Food Pantry would like to thank GraceNote Inn for hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner with all proceeds donated to our nonprofit. We are so thankful to have the support and energy of the amazing GraceNote Inn team. With gratitude, Dave Bean Bethel BADEFP

To the Editor: Today I began to walk again! Really walk! More than two months ago I fell and broke my hip. I am still adjusting to the reality that I can wander down to my brook, visit the field and meander into the forest even as the snow begins to fall … I am […]

To the Editor: Everyone is invited to tour and visit our Moses Mason House this Saturday, Dec. 2 from 3-5 p.m. as we have our annual “Christmas at the Mason House”. The House will be open for visitors to come and experience the look of how the house would have been decorated by candlelight during […]

To the Editor: Hope everyone had a Happy Thanksgiving. We are very thankful for all that help. Just wanted to remind all that we are getting ready to help SAD 44 families have a better Christmas with the help of many elves we have been able to help for 40 years plus. Last year we […]

To the Editor: I am writing this as a parent of two students in the district in response to the recent book challenge put forth by a former School Board member. I wish to state my wholehearted opposition to this book challenge and any performative, reactionary attempts to ban or censor material based on ill-informed […]

To the Editor:  The Rotary Club of Bethel is pleased to announce two of our important holiday offerings for members of our community. On Tuesday, December 12, all area seniors are invited to the Annual Senior Luncheon at the Locke’s Mills Legion Hall, beginning at noon time. We are excited to bring this much-loved event […]