Archive for ‘News’

  • Complaint, concerns voiced as streetscape project set to launch

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer What is more valuable, one or two parking spaces along Bridgton’s busy Main Street or another park bench when there are 14 others within a short walking distance? Judy and Pete Oberg pick parking spaces. As the streetscape project prepares to gear up, the two business owners made a […]

  • Play Warriors help kids through life’s obstacles

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer When a child experiences illness, trauma, loss or difficult situations, he or she might need someone they feel comfortable with or has a way to help ease a tense or emotional situation. As a Child Life specialist, Kimberly Leighton helps youngsters “play through life’s obstacles.” Using various techniques along […]

  • Town, marina sign agreement

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — A Shoreland Zoning law violation, that was discovered by the Town of Naples almost a year ago, has been resolved through a settlement. In lieu of paying fines for illegally renovating the second floor of the restaurant building, the Causeway Marina deeded to the town an easement […]

  • Construction interrupts traffic light

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — With only one traffic signal in Naples, it is not surprising that drivers know when a red light lasts too long. In fact, three people have contacted the town hall to mention it. Blame the state, not the town. “The traffic signal at Route 302 and 35 […]

  • Naples tax rate stays at $13.35

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — It is said that change is the only thing that is constant. However, for the third year in a row, the Town of Naples tax rate has stayed the same. The status quo might be welcomed by property owners since Naples has a relatively low tax rate […]

  • Naples promised deputy in 2020

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Naples has been promised an extra law enforcement presence in 2020. This year, the residents at Naples Annual Town Meeting financially backed more law enforcement on the water and around town. The town’s own Marine Patrol and Marine Safety Department has been beefed up. However, the employment […]

  • Bridgton Selectmen notes: Town, court system look to iron out new lease agreement

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer For 20 years, Maine District Court has occupied space at the Bridgton Municipal Complex. Jeff Henthorn, director of Court Facilities, hopes the arrangement continues well into the future. With the town and Judicial Branch trying to hammer out a new lease agreement, Henthorn told selectmen Tuesday night that the […]

  • As trash disposal costs rise, town to revisit Pay as You Throw approach

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Single-sort was thought to be the answer to reducing Bridgton’s trash disposal problem. It hasn’t quite worked out as well as one hoped. Recycling numbers continue to miss local targets, and the cost to dispose of waste continues to rise. So, the Bridgton Recycling Committee (BRC) feels it is […]

  • Harrison to conduct town garage feasibility study; parasite likely cause of fish deaths

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer HARRISON — The town garage could be the target of a serious facelift. Built several decades ago, the Harrison Public Works Department garage is seriously limited with just two bays. Vehicles are parked outdoors year-round. “It needs to be updated,” Town Manager Tim Pellerin told selectmen last Thursday night. […]

  • First & Last Resort — what’s the next step for tax-acquired Route 302 property?

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer What to do with the First & Last Resort Motel? Bridgton Town Manager Robert Peabody laid out some scenarios for selectmen Tuesday regarding the tax-acquired property on Route 302. At the moment, Public Works has been mowing the property to keep a clean appearance. Peabody said “considerable” cleanup occurred […]