Archive for ‘News’

  • On the Ballot: House District 66, Jessica Fay vs. Gregory Foster

    House District 66 — Incumbent Jessica Fay (D) against Gregory Foster (R). D66 towns within the BN coverage area include: Casco (part) and Raymond (part). Name: Jessica Fay Age: 50 Party: Democrat Family: Married Education: B.A. Simmons College Occupation: Florist, business owner Organizations: Sebago Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce, Raymond Age-Friendly Community, Legislative Bi-Partisan Caucus […]

  • On the Ballot: House District 67, Susan Austin vs. Anne Gabs

    House District 67 — Incumbent Susan Austin (R) against Anne Gass (Independent). D67 towns within the BN coverage area include: Casco (part), Frye Island and Raymond (part). Name: Susan Wilkinson Austin Age: 70 Party: Republican Family: Married 48 years to Ernie, four children, 12 grandchildren; avid walker, recycling enthusiast, home decorating Education: Associate Degree of Science […]

  • On the Ballot: Senate District 26, William Diamond unopposed

    Senate District 26 — Incumbent William Diamond (D) is running unopposed. D26 towns within the BN coverage area include: Baldwin, Casco, Frye Island and Raymond. Name: Sen. Bill Diamond Age: 73 Party: Democrat Family: Wife, two adult daughters, eight grandchildren Education: BS; Master’s degree in Educational Administration, 30 credits post Master’s Occupation: Business owner Organizations: […]

  • Casco remedies tax error

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — An error occurred which prevented several dozen households from receiving the Homestead Exemption when filing their state taxes for 2017. The error impacted 68 households that should have been eligible for the Homestead Exemption, according to Casco Town Manager Dave Morton. “What happened is that we couldn’t […]

  • Loon Echo opens Janine’s Overlook shelter on Pleasant Mountain

    Loon Echo Land Trust announced Tuesday that hikers will find a new destination on Pleasant Mountain thanks to the generosity of the Sharples family. On Saturday, Oct. 13, a new day-shelter was dedicated and officially opened on the North Peak of Pleasant Mountain, a short distance off Sue’s Way trail. “Loon Echo is honored to […]

  • On the Ballot: Tony Lorrain vs. Walter Riseman for House District 69

    Note: Profiles arranged alphabetically since two new candidates are vying for the position previously held by Phyllis Ginzler, who is not seeking re-election. House District 69 — This race features two new candidates, Tony Lorrain (R) against Walter Riseman (Independent). D69 towns within the BN coverage area include: Bridgton, Denmark and Harrison. Candidate: Tony Lorrain, […]

  • On the Ballot: Richard Cebra vs. Janice Barter for House District 68

    House District 68 — Incumbent Richard Cebra (R) against Janice Barter (D). D68 towns within the BN coverage area include: Baldwin, Naples and Sebago. Candidate: Richard M. “Rich” Cebra, Incumbent Age: Mid 50s Political Party: Republican Family: Married 27 years, two grown children and a daughter-in-law living in Naples, grandson in Naples Education: BS in […]

  • On the Ballot: Nathan Wadsworth vs. Warren Richardson for House District 70

    House District 70 — Incumbent Nathan Wadsworth (R) against Warren Richardson (D). D70 towns within the BN coverage area include:  Lovell (part), Fryeburg, Hiram and Brownfield. Candidate: Nathan J. Wadsworth, Incumbent Age: 38 Political Party: Republican Family: Married with two children Education: Bachelor of Science in Economics, Montana State University Occupation: Forestry Company Manager Facebook: […]

  • Final plans being worked out for Brandy Crossing

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Developer Paul Hollis envisions upscale homes that segue with the surroundings and offer more real estate inventory to the Town of Naples. Brandy Crossing Subdivision is Hollis’ most recent project, which last month received preliminary approval from the Naples Planning Board. The proposed 17 lots will be […]

  • Bridgton awarded $11.5M in grants to complete three critical infrastructure improvements

    When Town Manager Robert Peabody received word regarding grant funding for the proposed wastewater system expansion, he said, “The stars have aligned for Bridgton.” Bridgton has been awarded significant funding to offset the costs for three major infrastructure improvements needed in town. The first is a replacement of the aging wastewater system, which has been […]