To the Editor: The State of Maine Legislative Bureaucracy now polices our electric markets and because they favor wind, you will pay. Whether you are supplying the electricity or buying the electricity, the law targets you. How do they accomplish this invasion on our pocketbooks? Laws that provide penalties for not complying and/or complying with […]
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The Chamber Chatter
The River Valley area is infectious with holiday fairs and events going on; such a wonderful time of the year. We need to keep the momentum going year round by taking pride in our communities and what our businesses have to offer right here in the River Valley. Watch for the Chamber’s new Gift Certificate […]
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What’s Happening
Special Events Saturday, January 11 New Sharon Congregational Church UCC, 3rd Annual Brick Church Concert Series featuring Franklin County Fiddlers. 7 p.m. Cost $10 per person ($45 for season pass to all 6 concerts). FMI, call Leona at 778-3812. Thursday, January 16 Franklin County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours, 5-7 p.m., Complete Dentistry, 7 […]
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Dempsey Center offers Tai Chi workshop
LEWISTON — The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing is offering free Tai Chi workshop for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers. “Tai Chi for Balance” will take place Thursdays, Jan. 9 through Feb. 13 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Dempsey Center, 29 Lowell Street in Lewiston. Tai Chi is a mind-body practice that combines gentle exercise, […]
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Harrison Parks & Rec. offers senior activities
HARRISON — Harrison Parks and Rec. first Senior Social of the New Year kicks off Tuesday, Jan. 7at the fire station community room from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. This social is being sponsored by the Harrison Lion’s Club so there is no cost to attend. There will be a special performance by the Harrison Village Library at 12:30 p.m. […]
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Pets perish in Buckfield house fire
By Peter McGuire BUCKFIELD — Firefighters from seven towns spent hours Thursday night battling a fire that destroyed a two-story home on Paris Hill Road The fire was reported around 9:30 p.m. at 362 Paris Hill Road. Crews arriving at the scene found an attached garage fully engulfed in flames that were rapidly spreading to the […]
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Imagine a New Year’s resolution that makes a difference
n the popular original television series and later the big screen hits, Captain Kirk from Star Trek had a knack for being able to swing around a moon or two, go back in time, and alter the consequences of a previous action. He did it in “Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home,” where he and […]
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Ugly Sweater/Tie Party raises funds for homeless shelter
By Barry Matulaitis/Editor FARMINGTON — For the second year in a row, the Dugout Bar and Grill hosted the Ugly Sweater/Tie Party. This year, the Western Maine Homeless Outreach (WMHO) was the recipient of the proceeds. A total of $3,350 was raised at the party, and Key Bank provided a match to bring the total […]
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Ugly Sweater/Tie Party raises funds for homeless shelter
By Barry Matulaitis, Editor FARMINGTON — For the second year in a row, the Dugout Bar and Grill hosted the Ugly Sweater/Tie Party. This year, the Western Maine Homeless Outreach (WMHO) was the recipient of the proceeds. A total of $3,350 was raised at the party, and Key Bank provided a match to bring the […]
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Towns gear up for health-insurance requirements
By Christopher Crosby AREA— As key provisions of the Affordable Care Act came into effect Jan. 1, small towns across the country are grappling with ways to implement the necessary changes in order to comply with the new health care regulations. Many are facing the same predicament that forced Oxford’s hand last week when selectmen voted […]