Archive for ‘Sports’

  • State Indoor Track & Field results

    Lake Region sophomore Leah Plummer ran a personal record of 1:03.81 in the 400 meters Saturday at the Class B State Indoor Track & Field championships at Bates College in Lewiston and placed sixth in the event (winning time was 1:02.07 posted by Aaliyah Trask of Leavitt). Plummer also competed in the high jump, but […]

  • Frozen 5 results

    The temperature was well below zero as the Team Long Run Frozen Five Race course was set up on Highland Lake this past Saturday morning, but climbed to a balmy 7 degrees for the race start. The 5K course is unique in that participants can choose to run, ski, or snowshoe the distance. The first […]

  • Jeanne D. Ross, 78

    Jeanne D. Ross, 78, of Bridgton, Maine, passed away peacefully on Sat., Feb. 15, 2020, surrounded by loved ones. Jeanne lived most of her life in Bridgton; attending school, working at the local shoe shop and at local restaurants. She was a loving caretaker for many children, her grandchildren and also many elderly family members […]

  • Willey’s last second hoop completes Laker comeback over Poland

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer All game, Evan Willey had little room to move on the offensive end of the court as Poland sent two or three defenders at the Laker junior. The Knights held the 6-foot-6 center in check until 7 seconds left in the game when Willey collected a rebound off a […]

  • Player of the Week: Jason Harlow

    When Laker head basketball coach Ryan Martin was asked to select a “Player of the Week,” he picked junior guard Jason Harlow because of his positive attitude in practice and in games.  “He leads by example, has consistent work ethic, and his actions clearly show that he is 100% a team player,” Coach Martin said.  […]

  • Player of the Week: Nevaeh Stewart

    Nevaeh Stewart has been working very hard on and off the court this season, according to Lake Region head basketball coach Paul True. “She has demonstrated growth in ALL areas, which I am very proud of!” Coach True said. “Nevaeh is a good teammate and has earned the honors of Player of the Week!”  In […]

  • Frozen Five, get out and have some fun on the lake

    Team Long Run’s Third Annual “Frozen Five” 5K race will be held at 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, Feb. 15, on Highland Lake in Bridgton.  Team Long Run, a Bridgton-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is pleased to invite runners, snowshoers and Nordic skiers to race the annual 5K as part of the Maine Lakes Winter Carnival. “Run, ski, […]

  • HS hoop scoreboard

    GIRLS’ SCOREBOARD Lakers 33, Cape 31: On most nights, Elle Hall and Bella Russo make a difference by their hustle, be it fighting for a rebound or playing tight defense. Fighting for their playoff lives Tuesday night, the Lakers got big hoops from both Hall and Russo to upset Cape Elizabeth. Russo knocked down a […]

  • Player of the Week: Alli Vogel

    Alli Vogel continues to be a leader for both the Lake Region girls’ and boys’ alpine ski team. “She has perfect participation and gives 110% at all times,” Laker Coach Scott Davis said. “She skis strong and solid and as a result never fails to finish and scores valuable points for the team.” Assistant Coach […]

  • Player of the Week: Logan Davis

    As a freshman, sophomore and now a junior, Logan Davis has been Lake Region alpine skiing’s top point scorer, always in the run for a Top 3 finish. Logan brings more than just talent to the slopes. “He sets the bar for the competition and can always be counted on for an exciting performance,” said […]