Opportunity awaits! Own a piece of Maine history and take advantage of a great investment! Previously the Magalloway Plantation Town Hall and Fire Station, this property is nestled in the mountains of Western Maine with endless outdoor enjoyment nearby. Easy access to the snowmobile trails as well as paddling, hiking, fishing and much more. Use […]
2022
Snapshots in Time- June 6, 1895
Below are some tidbits and shorts from the June 6, 1895, edition of the RANGELEY LAKES newspaper. (Editor’s comments in Italics, otherwise copy has been reprinted just as it appeared in 1895). In 1895, any news from anywhere else was sought after and newspaper were IT…other than locales that had a telegraph office or that […]
Indie Films at the RFA Lakeside Theater
Along with showing First-Run movies, the RFA Lakeside Theater, located at 2493 Main St in Rangeley, has scheduled some very interesting Independent Films and Film Festivals this summer. July 6 & 7: The Duke. A true story of a man, determined to change the world who steals a portrait from a London museum, offering to […]
Question: Who doesn’t love music? Second question: Who doesn’t love front man Tom “Ball”?
Tom Danforth, a.k.a. Tom “Ball” has been performing in Rangeley longer than I had realized, but now that I think about it, I’m not surprised. A seasoned and natural performer he is comfortable on any stage, at any venue, and with any group of people. If you’ve been coming to Rangeley for a while, I’m […]
In Honor and Memory
Rangeley Highlander 2022 Summer Guide dedicated in honor and memory of Beth Brunswick and Ed Kfoury. Two kind souls who changed the face of Rangeley for the better and forever. Summer won’t be the same without you. We will miss you so much.
What a Long, Strange Trip It’s Been: Leaving 161
When construction began over four years ago on the new high school wing at Rangeley School, I was perturbed by the fact it was going to be more of the same; brick, drywall, linoleum, and cinder block. The architects of this new wing made a show of asking staff what they would like to see […]
Fundraiser Features Center Stage- Motown Revue
Join your friends and neighbors on July 14th for an evening to support the Rangeley Friends of the Arts. The evening begins with private cocktail receptions at 5:30 PM, followed by delicious dessert reception with cash bar, and then the final event a concert featuring: Center Stage – Motown Revue, at the RFA Lakeside Theater. […]
July 2nd Stars and Stripes Concert
Saturday, Jul 2 at 4:00 pm at Church of the Good Shepherd in Rangeley, Robert Ludwig will present the Thirteenth Stars and Stripes Concert. These hour-long popular concerts feature performances of a varied program of classical, popular, and patriotic music on the church’s Allen organ and always conclude with an inspiring patriotic sing-a-long honoring the […]
Life at 4,120 Feet: What’s Under Your Feet When Hiking Saddleback
Saddleback is Maine’s third-largest alpine zone and second-most trafficked. With over 200 miles of visibility on a bluebird day, most people climb the mountain for the breathtaking 360-degree views, but the real treat is what’s under your feet. The ridgeline is home to 3 miles of rare, and fragile alpine flora. There are less than […]
Fundraiser features CENTER STAGE- Motown Revue
Join your friends and neighbors on July 14th for an evening to support the Rangeley Friends of the Arts. The evening begins with private cocktail receptions at 5:30 PM, followed by delicious dessert reception with cash bar, and then the final event a concert featuring: Center Stage – Motown Revue, at the RFA Lakeside Theater. […]