I was lost in Manhattan once and stopped to ask someone for directions. “Excuse me,” I said, “but do you know how to get to Carnegie Hall?” In a thick New York accent they said, “Practice.” That’s exactly how RLRS senior Eric White got to Carnegie Hall on the week of February 9–12, lots and […]
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Movie Review: ‘Bob Marley: One Love’
It was a good idea for “Bob Marley: One Love” to open on Valentine’s Day. Not just because there hadn’t been a decent box office performer in weeks (and even ‘Mean Girls’ and ‘The Beekeeper’ were only mild hits) and the market was ripe for a takeover. Not just because the holiday weekend needed a […]
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Kids’ Book Review: ‘A to Z Animal Mysteries: Bats in the Castle’
‘A to Z Animal Mysteries: Bats in the Castle’ By Kayla Whaley Illustrated by Chloe Burgett If you enjoyed reading Ron Roy’s popular A to Z Mysteries, you are in for a treat. There is a new Ron Roy series, A to Z Animal Mysteries. Bats in the Castle caught my eye quickly as it […]
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It’s a Test
I have heard many times that events are put before us to test our resolve. I am not sure that is a true statement after all these years. Life can be very random and how we deal with it is the test. But to be a licensed plumber, electrician, truck drive, garbage truck driver, and […]
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Local photographer holds reception in Carrabassett Valley
Photographer Alana Ranney held a cheese and wine reception on Friday, Feb. 23, at the Carrabassett Valley Public Library for her latest exhibit, which features photos on nature and old cars.
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Farmington housing project credit agreement request on hold
Avesta’s request for a Credit Enhancement Agreement for the proposed affordable senior living housing project will be considered at a future selectmen meeting.
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Uncooperative weather cancels Farmington sled dog races this year
“Another year down the drain,” organizer Joy Turner said of the decision to cancel the races this year.
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Farmington tree ordinance discussed
A final draft is closer to being ready for voters to consider, perhaps at the March 25 annual town meeting.
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One contested race in Weld municipal elections Tuesday
Municipal elections are held during the Maine primary to save money and see greater voter turnout.