In addition to state referendums, there will be additional ballot questions in communities from Rangeley to Rumford to Paris.
Dee Menear
Staff Writer
Dee Menear is an award-winning journalist and photographer with over a decade of experience in community news. She is the editor and staff writer for The Rangeley Highlander. She has worked for the Franklin Journal, Livermore Falls Advertiser, Advertiser Democrat, Daily Bulldog and Original Irregular. Dee enjoys live local music, cooking, hunting, fishing and hiking.
Avon to vote on financing up to $110,089 for heavy equipment purchase
Voters will consider purchasing a use or a new backhoe loader during a special town meeting Tuesday.
For Maine’s youth hunters, longtime tradition closes the generation gap
The 2-day hunt open for Mainers 16 and under started at 5:55 a.m. Friday.
Dozens protest ‘No Kings’ in Rangeley
The small group gathered Saturday on Main Street to join nationwide demonstrations against Trump administration policies.
Bigfoot enthusiasts talk legends and close encounters at festival in Eustis
The 2-day festival celebrating Bigfoot kicked off Saturday with expert speakers, vendors and more.
Day Mountain Middle School in Strong to remain open, for now
Maine School Administrative 58 board of directors considered closing the school, even as three towns have started the process of withdrawing from the district.
Resources on the rise for remote workers in Franklin County
New coworking spaces in Kingfield and Farmington cater to remote workers, freelancers and self-employed entrepreneurs.
WMCA launches Healthy Home Evaluation program
Western Maine Community Action (WMCA) is pleased to announce the launch of its newest pilot program aimed at improving health outcomes across Franklin County. Thanks to a generous grant from the Maine Cancer Foundation, WMCA will pilot a Healthy Home Evaluation (HHE) program designed to identify, educate about, and address health hazards caused by unsafe […]
What to do in Rangeley: Book clubs, hunters’ breakfast and artist reception
Rangeley area happenings and events for Friday, October 10, through Thursday, October 23, 2025.
Pickleball Rangeley ‘a dream come true’ for founder
An open house at a new indoor pickleball facility will be held Friday, Oct. 10, through Sunday, Oct. 12, at 2268 Main St.