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  • Bridgton Hospital to expand Emergency Department waiting room

    With the help of a significant donation by a Lake Region resident, Bridgton Hospital will begin expanding its Emergency Department waiting room beginning this month. “Thanks to a very generous donation from a close friend and community member, the hospital is moving forward with renovations starting February 22. The donation will have a significant impact […]

  • Naples tables business equipment tax policy

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — It became very clear on Monday night that most Naples residents do not like the idea of paying an annual business equipment tax, especially on items for which they have already paid a pretty penny plus sales tax. However, it was equally clear that many in the […]

  • Dry hydrants on-line in Casco; Naples gets grant for three more

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — It might seem like in an area referred to as the Lake Region, local fire departments would have no problem finding water. But, having water that is accessible is what counts when firefighters are trying to protect someone’s home or business from a fast-moving fire. One widely […]

  • Life Saver — Officer honored for thwarting suicide attempt

    By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Bridgton Selectmen on Tuesday recognized six-year Bridgton Officer Todd Smolinsky for his quick action in saving a person from committing suicide last fall. Smolinsky was one of seven officers and two civilians statewide who received a Lifesaving Award at the Maine Chiefs of Police Association’s recent annual winter meeting. Selectman […]

  • Hearing set on use of CDBG funds

    By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer Bridgton Selectmen will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, Feb. 23, on how the town should spend this year’s estimated $145,000 in Community Development Block Grant Funds. The figure represents the net amount available for both public facilities and social programs, once salary costs are subtracted for Anne Krieg, Director […]

  • Tackling road issues: Budget a little or bond a lot?

      By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — This is the infrastructure conundrum that faces most towns and cities in Maine. A road in disrepair can benefit from a fresh layer of pavement put on it. But, that solution only lasts a few years – particularly if rebuilding the road is what is really […]

  • $2.5 million bond proposed in Casco budget

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Casco Town Manager Dave Morton admitted that he stepped outside of his comfort zone by adding a $2.5 million bond to the proposed municipal budget. The $2.5 million bond, which was referred to as a public works bond, would fund major road improvements as well as Casco’s […]

  • Casco woos cell phone companies

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Wooing might seem a little old-fashioned in a world of text messaging and video chatting. However, the word of advice from a cell tower expert indicates that it would work in Casco’s favor to woo these companies. Something as simple as writing official letters and e-mails to […]

  • Insurance coverage puts Harrison in position for fire engine upgrade

    HARRISON — Maybe, there is a silver lining in the loss of Engine 4. The Harrison Fire Department is down a truck following an accident last month, which resulted in a fire truck sliding out of control on Harrison Heights Road and crashing into trees. Fortunately, the driver escaped with minor cuts and bruises. Another […]

  • Chalmers Insurance project gets green light

    By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer The Bridgton Planning Board gave preliminary site plan approval Tuesday for a new two-story office building across from the Big Apple on Main Street. The 2,380-square-foot building at 88 Main Street will serve as the new headquarters for the National Health National Accident Health General Agency (N.A.H.G.A.), the small claims […]