What follows appeared in the November 19, 1896, edition of the RANGELEY LAKES newspaper. As we do, in these installments of “Snapshots in Time”, in the late 19th century the RANGELEY LAKES newspaper printed historical anecdotes sharing what the region was like “in the old days”. Below “Old Laker” shares some of his memories with […]
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Franklin County Sheriff’s Weekly Report October 28- November 3, 2023.
All persons charged are innocent until proven guilty. 10/28/2023 1228hrs, Deputy Morgan investigated a trespass complaint on the Holley Road in New Vineyard. 1406hrs, Deputy Morgan received a complaint of hunters trespassing off the Pope Road in Chesterville. The Warden service was notified. 1434hrs, Deputy Morgan received a request to conduct a welfare check at […]
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HELP Adult Respite Care (HARC) Hosting Open House in Rangeley
Open House will be held on Wednesday December 13, 2023 from 4-6 pm. HARC is a program operated under Rangeley Health and Wellness. Staff will be available in the lower level of the Rangeley Family Medicine at 42 Dallas Hill Rd. to discuss the HARC program, activities participants will engage in, and the daily […]
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“Seussical” to be performed in Rangeley
The Rangeley Lakes Regional School Drama Club is proud to present “Seussical the Musical” on November 17, 18 and 19. Come watch the whole colorful cast of Dr. Seuss’ beloved stories come to life on stage at the RFA Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main Street, Rangeley. Meet Jojo, a young “Who” dreamer, as she learns “All […]
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41st Annual Seniors Thanksgiving Dinner at Good Shepherd
For the 41st year, the Vestry of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Rangeley is hosting the Annual Senior Thanksgiving Community Dinner. In 2023 it will take place on Sunday, November 19th in the Undercroft of the Church at 2614 Main Street. This year we are returning to a sit-down dinner with waitstaff, decorations […]
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UMF Craft Fair seeks vendors for Dec. 2 event
FARMINGTON — The UMF Chester Greenwood Day Craft Fair is seeking entrepreneurs, artists and crafters interested in selling their homemade and creative goods at the annual, open-to-the-public holiday sales event. This year’s event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 2, in the Olsen Student Center on campus. That date […]
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Maine Country Music Hall of Fame ‘Extravaganza 2023’ set
MECHANIC FALLS — The Maine Country Music Hall of Fame will hold its annual Benefit Fundraiser Show, ‘Extravaganza 2023′ on Sunday, Nov. 12 at The Silver Spur Dance Club in Mechanic Falls. The three-hour live show will feature a fabulous line-up of Maine Country Music Hall of Famers from all over the State […]
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Extension offering virtual workshops to enhance youth development
STATE — The University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H Northeast Regional Volunteer Connection is offering a series of virtual interactive workshops aimed at empowering volunteers and leaders to create inclusive and supportive environments for youth. The free workshops, to be held from November to April via Zoom, will cover a range of topics, including LGBTQ+ […]
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Intruder arrested after gaining access to two Spruce Mountain schools
It appears the intruder entered Spruce Mountain Middle School as a student was leaving, and then was apparently let into the high school by a student where he was later arrested and banned from the district.
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Poland hunter finds bucks locked in combat in Weld
Mark Lohmann always hoped to see bucks in combat, but never imagined he would have a hand in the outcome.