To the Editor: Bethel Summerfest 2024 was a fantastic day in our community. Perfect weather, great and appreciative crowds, and a day filled with fun activities – made for the creation of wonderful memories. The chamber was excited to be hosting two former Olympians – Leslie Bancroft Krichko and Anna Willard Grenier, who graced a […]
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SeniorsPlus announces August classes
LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus will offer the following classes in August. Classes are held in person at its Lewiston, Wilton, or Norway locations; online; or hybrid. Class locations are 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston; 9 Marston St., Norway; and 284 Main St., Suite 100, Wilton. Classes are free, unless noted. Locations are fully accessible. Hearing assistive equipment is […]
This ‘n That
Supper WATERFORD — There will be a public supper at the North Waterford Congregational Church on Tuesday, August 6, from 5-6:30 p.m. The menu will include baked beans, American chop suey, coleslaw, salads, casseroles, brown bread, rolls, beverage and strawberry shortcake. The cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children under 12. The Church […]
Go Fishin’ and much more at Olde Home Days
The tradition continues all weekend at Andover’s Olde Home Days.
West Paris Water District repairs, chlorination begin
WEST PARIS — A West Paris Water District pump station has been repaired and chlorination of the water has begun in hopes of lifting the months-long boil water order in August, according to water district superintendent Bill Gardner. A brand new flow meter was also installed. This week, a company will be cleaning out the […]
Hanover and Newry select boards vote for scale at transfer station; Bethel wants more information
BETHEL — A 60-foot-truck scale for $59,114 may be installed at the Bethel/Newry/Hanover Transfer Station, but not until Bethel town officials receive more information regarding additional costs. The cement platform for the scale has not been priced yet. Tree work may be needed if the entry is expanded and while not needed now, the board […]
West Paris post office to move into former nursing home on Route 26
The announcement comes a little more than a month after U.S. Rep. Jared Golden,, D-Lewiston, sent a letter to the postal service demanding answers about reestablishing a post office in West Paris.
Otisfield residents ask for fireworks ordinance
Horse owners addressed selectmen and requested private fireworks use be limited to certain holidays.
North Waterford Food Truck Park looks to rebuild community space
The former operators of the beloved Melby’s, Tracey and Wayne Hill, have set up shop in the Buffalo Hill food truck right across the street.