While lacing up my cross-country ski boots three weeks ago in the yurt at the Rangeley Lakes Trails Center, I overheard a conversation focused on the new “Gnome Village”. My signature curiosity led to my follow-up series of questions which, in turn, has led to this column. We (my wife and I) finally got around […]
Stephanie Dellavalle
Stephanie Dellavalle has been the general manager and editor of The Rangeley Highlander since 2013 and writes about the community and events in the area. A graduate of Hunter College in NYC, she and her husband are empty-nesters who live in the village of Oquossoc in Rangeley.
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Janet Waugaman Retires After 20 Years Service at RLRS
On Monday, February 10, 2020, RLRS staff and students joined together for a special celebration of a deeply beloved member of the RLRS community. Janet Waugaman, retired after 20 years service at RLRS, was honored during a school-wide assembly for her years of dedication and service. RLRS is proud to dedicate the school library as […]
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Rangeley Skating Club and Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce Announce Results of The 5th Annual Rangeley Winterpaloozah!
The Rangeley Skating Club and the Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce that the 5th Annual Rangeley Winterpaloozah!, a fun-filled celebration of winter activities and competitions for the entire family, was a huge success. The event took place on Sunday, February 16th, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Haley Pond. The Skating […]
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Community Spirits “Lifted” at Saddleback Celebration
Ever since the announcement that Boston based Arctaris Impact Fund, LP successfully closed the deal on the purchase of Saddleback Mountain on January 31, Saddleback fans have been exchanging words of cheer to one another. Whether on social media or in person, the long awaited good news is a subject everyone continues to enjoy talking […]
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Letter to the Editor: Scrappy Chef
I have been enjoying The Scrappy Chef’s articles for over a year now, and this past September I finally met this woman who has become a very important part of my family’s life. My family has had a camp on Rangeley Lake since the 1960’s, a home that was redesigned by my Mom and Dad […]
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Ways to get involved at the Rangeley Friends of the Arts
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts (RFA) is always looking for a fresh set of hands and the jobs are many and varied – from a months-long project to a single day. Looking to get involved? Bring your talent to us – even if it’s using a screw gun! To volunteer in any capacity, please […]
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Playing with ice
Each year the winter festivities in Rangeley get bigger and better! This past weekend was a great example of it. We had the Paloozathon, the World Record Ride for Cystic Fibrosis, the 5th Annual Winterpaloozah, the Rangeley Public Library Spaghetti Supper, new release movies at the Rangeley Lakeside Theater, live music all around town and […]
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Playing with ice
Each year the winter festivities in Rangeley get bigger and better! This past weekend was a great example of it. We had the Paloozathon, the World Record Ride for Cystic Fibrosis, the 5th Annual Winterpaloozah, the Rangeley Public Library Spaghetti Supper, new release movies at the Rangeley Lakeside Theater, live music all around town and […]
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New Adult Education Classes Being Offered
Rangeley Adult Education, part of Franklin County Adult Education recently came out with their new listing of upcoming workshops and classes in their Winter/Spring 2020 catalogue. Perhaps you received the forty page booklet in your mailbox or found it at your local library? For the downtown Rangeley area, popular classes like Culinary Arts with Michael […]
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Saddleback celebrates purchase of ski area and a brand new high-speed lift!
Sunday night’s party includes music, food and sight-seeing.