Jeff McCabe, a former Democratic majority leader in the Maine House, succeeds Carolann Ouellette, who has returned to a previous role as Maine’s director of tourism.
September 2024
Posted inNation / World, News
Israeli army chief says military is preparing for possible ground invasion of Lebanon
The military has said it had no immediate plans for such an invasion, but Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi told Israeli troops Wednesday that the latest airstrikes were designed to ‘prepare the ground for your possible entry.’
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Skubal allows two hits in seven scoreless as Tigers continue postseason push by beating Rays, 2-1
The Tigers Detroits are an MLB-best 28-11 since Aug. 11.
Posted inConnections
High Tunnels Training Series to be offered in Oxford County
The Cooperative Extension in Oxford County is set to offer a High Tunnels Training Series in October. The workshop series is designed to introduce farmers, gardeners and agricultural enthusiasts to the fundamentals of high tunnel production. A high tunnel, also known as a hoop greenhouse or hoophouse, can be an invaluable tool for growing in […]
Posted inMaine, News
East Waterboro man killed in workplace incident at Dayton Sand and Gravel
The man was identified as 43-year-old Cory Maddox.
Posted inThe Rangeley Highlander
Letter to the editor
To the Editor: Traits we look for in our District 19 State Senator: experience and reliability; familiarity with every area in the Western Maine region; accessibility; consistency; care and concern for the safety and well-being of all individuals and families. Also, the District 19 Maine State Senator must be a person known for honesty and […]
Posted inThe Rangeley Highlander
Comedian Brian Glowacki returns to Rangeley
RANGELEY – The Rangeley Friends of the Arts (RFA) proudly hosts Comedian Brian Glowacki for one show only October 5, 2024 at 7 PM, at the RFA Lakeside Theater in Rangeley located at 2493 Main Street in Rangeley. General Admission tickets are available only at BGLOWCOMEDY.COM. Enjoy cash bar (beer/wine) and concessions before and during […]
Posted inThe Rangeley Highlander
Snapshots in Time: September 1902
Happy Fall everyone! The collection of short articles appeared in the September 5, 1902, edition of the MAINE WOODS newspaper. (Contemporary commentary shared in italics, otherwise reprinted just as it was in 1902). Shore Property Sold F. N. Beal of Phillips this week sold a lot of Rangeley Lake shore land to Mrs. Wheatland of […]
Posted inConnections
Leeds student receives Parsons Family Scholarship
Bella Sturtevant of Leeds has been awarded The Maine Community Foundation’s Parsons Family Scholarship. She plans to attend Rhode Island College. The scholarship provides support for LGBTQ+ graduating seniors and their allies at Maine high schools in pursuit of post-secondary study. Graduating high school seniors of any gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion or […]
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Franklin County Sheriff’s Office September 14th – 20th, 2024
All persons charged are innocent until proven guilty. 09/14/2024 0044hrs, Deputy Brann investigated a noise complaint on the Ridge Road in Chesterville. 09/14/2024 0205hrs, Deputy Couture assisted Jay Police with a request for a K-9 at a traffic stop. 09/14/2024 0717hrs, Deputy Wacome responded to what turned out to be a civil child custody dispute […]