WELD — The 11th annual Take It Outside event Saturday at Mount Blue State Park was inclusive of all winter enthusiasts, with adaptive equipment on hand along with the latest in winter sports gear. Everyone could try adaptive Nordic and snowshoe equipment and adaptive mountain bikes, which are made with various disabilities in mind. The […]
2019
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Super Bowl: Maine still close to Patriots defensive end Derek Rivers’ heart
Born in Augusta, Rivers still has family and visits the state during summers.
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On Skiing: Honoring the heart and soul of Lost Valley
The words that greeted me at the entrance to Lost Valley were “Welcome home Wendell.” The celebration of Wendell Nason’s life had drawn me there Jan. 15. I wasn’t surprised by the lodge full of relatives, friends and former co-workers. During the few years I worked there I knew I could count on Wendell for […]
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Outdoors in Maine: Venison recipes to warm the soul, fill the tummy
When the winter winds come blowing in and temperatures hover in the single digits, cooking and consuming great food warms the tummy and the soul. These venison recipes are sure to please. SEBOEIS STEW This recipe has been a time-tested favorite at a Maine North Woods deer camp frequented by a group of deer hunters […]
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Hartford man killed after vehicle hits pole, rolls over in Wayne
Michael Fitzherbert, 35, of Hartford, died at the scene of the Saturday morning crash off Route 133, according to Maine State Police.
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Larry Obie
PHOENIX, Ariz. – Larry Obie, a longtime resident of Phoenix, Ariz. After a surprise diagnosis of cancer on Dec. 12, 2018.
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Local roundup: Gray-New Gloucester boys need second-half comeback to down rival Poland
Rangeley’s Nolan Boone pours in 31 points in win over Buckfield.
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Earl C. Kidder
AUBURN – Earl C. Kidder, 92, of Auburn passed away with his loving family by his side on Jan. 31, 2019.
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Ethan L. Baxter Jr.
AUBURN – Ethan L. Baxter Jr., 83, a resident of Jay, passed away peacefully, Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019, at the Hospice House of Androscoggin in Auburn.
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Adult child sees too much togetherness in family trip
DEAR ABBY: This spring, my entire family will be traveling 15 hours away for a wedding. I was excited about it until my family started making plans. I’m 21 and live alone, so I’m pretty independent from my parents. The thought of being around them 24/7 for a week straight drives me crazy. They took […]