BRYANT POND — Cohorts of students from Bethel and surrounding towns have arrived at Bryant Pond in recent years to participate in a pilot program that aims to expand horizons, increase self-resilience, and showcase leadership skills for young people in rural communities. It’s a program that has watched its own impact and success continue to […]
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Poetry reading in Norway
NORWAY — Join West Paris poet Dennis Camire on Thursday, November 7, at 6:30 p.m. at Norway Memorial Library. He will read from his latest book, Anthology of Awe and Wonder (Deerbrook Editions, 2024) and discuss his writing process. Attendees may purchase copies of his book the night of the program for $22 each. […]
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Happiness Is… opens in Oxford Hills with focus on joy & positivity
AREA — An upbeat, unique business has just opened in Oxford Hills and will focus on tools for positive action, humor, laughter, joy, stress relief, and work-life balance. Established in 2003 in York, Happiness Is…, a coaching, consulting, training and speaking company, has worked with individuals, groups, businesses, nonprofits and communities worldwide. Founder, Joyologist and […]
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Safe Voices to honor Augusta resident J.J. Jackson
LEWISTON — Safe Voices, the domestic violence and sex trafficking resource center serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford Counties, will honor Augusta resident and Gardiner native J.J. Jackson as one of two awardees at the agency’s Fall Fête and Community Awards on Oct. 24. Jackson will receive the agency’s Shining Star Staff Award for his dedication […]
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Fall Wildflower seed sale offered
PARIS — Did you know that fall is a great time to plant wildflower seeds? Many seeds will germinate better after exposure to the cold and snow! Fall sowing is a low-maintenance and easy way to add color and interest to your landscape, as well as support pollinators and birds. Unlike planting in spring, fall […]
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Ski and snowboard sale set
To the Editor: The Bethel Outing Club Ski & Snowboard Sale is just a couple of weeks away. This year, it will be held at the Gould Academy Field House on Friday, October 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, October 26, from 9 a.m. to noon. There will be a range of alpine, […]
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Age-Friendly Community Initiative news
AFCI rides program training Oct. 22 The Age-Friendly Community Initiative (AFCI) is recruiting volunteer drivers for its local transportation program. A volunteer appreciation and training event will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the West Parish Congregational Church at 32 Church St. in Bethel. We are hoping to […]
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Movie Review: ‘Joker: Folie à Deux’
Back in 2019, “Joker” managed to make over $1 billion at the global box office and earn 11 Oscar nominations, including Best Picture and a Best Actor win for Joaquin Phoenix. I recall respecting the movie for Phoenix’s performance and the inspired idea to paint him as a Scorsese-style antihero, but I also recall not […]
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Representing community
To the Editor: I am writing in support of Joan Beal, who is running for Representative in District 81, Maine Legislature. I have known Joan for over 10 years. She consistently demonstrates her commitment to the community. I have seen Joan successfully take on tasks and build teams to tackle issues that help to make […]