Archive for ‘News’

  • Landowners find ‘they are making a difference’

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Bev Vucson and Kim Colson own 40 acres of land at the mouth of the Muddy River in the Town of Sebago. For the past 20 years, they have managed the land by putting it into tree growth. The parcel where they live is located across from […]

  • New ‘hot spots’ in Harrison

    HARRISON — Residents of Harrison are benefiting from new public access WiFi hotspots provided by Community Concepts Finance Corporation(CCFC) and the Northern Forest Center.  Free WiFi service is now available at the town office, Crystal Lake Park, and the Harrison Food Bank. The new free hotspots were made possible in part by a grant to CCFC from […]

  • Local author takes cancer awareness personally

    NAPLES — Luanne Cameron is more than a breast cancer survivor. She is a wife, Mother, entrepreneur, small business coach, and author. A cancer diagnosis and her unwavering positive attitude lead Luanne to write a book. Her mission is to teach people the principles that have brought her success. Her ultimate goal is to help […]

  • Casco looking at leash law with bite to it

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — See Spot.  See Spot dig a hole in the garden. See Spot dig a hole in left field. See Spot chase young children.  Casco’s elected officials are prioritizing protecting the town’s resources and averting potential injuries when it comes to creating a Leashed Canine Ordinance.   Recently, the […]

  • BH president explains OB decision to Bridgton Select Board

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer As Dee Miller fought a battle against cancer, she fully appreciated the importance of the treatment and care she received at her localhospital. “Bridgton Hospital was an important part of my diagnosis and recovery,” she told the Bridgton Select Board two weeks ago. Miller expressed concerns regarding Bridgton Hospital’s decision […]

  • Casco dealing with private, dangerous structures

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — The Town of Casco is taking legal action to remove a couple dangerous structures that are visible from main roads. Meanwhile, it was suggested that the town once again budget for the situation in which a building becomes uninhabitable and the owners are unable or unwilling to […]

  • Proposed Naples community center estimate shocks some

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Despite the sticker shock experienced by some selectmen, the game plan is to move forward with a schematic plan for the proposed Naples town office and community center.  By requesting the engineering firm to come up with these plans and drawings, the Naples Board of Selectmen agreed […]

  • Lilah, a TV star in the making?

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer HARRISON — Lilah Landers plans to trade in her stand-up comedy routine for some serious acting. More accurately, her love of being in the limelight and performing comedy for a live audience led her to audition for a part in Go Iguanas! She made it to the second day of […]

  • Time for Bridgton to invest in the Arts?

    As Ursula Flaherty sees it, art expresses community value, increases visitors and makes everyone feel good. “Art is a necessity of life,” Flaherty told the Bridgton Select Board Tuesday night while giving an update from the town’s Community Development Committee. To continue the effort to reinvigorate the town, the CDC’s Arts & Culture Committee is […]

  • Music on Main rescheduled; two events now set for October

    Like many people, Justic McIver could only shake his head as he saw sunshine late Saturday. “Maine’s weather can be just so unpredictable,” McIver said. Organizers of Music on Main faced a tough decision whether to hold the performance featuring Catcha Vibe, B.Positive and Nettie Loops, beginning at 6 p.m. at 144 Main Street in […]