17 spellers from grades 5 thru 8 came together on Friday, January 10 at Rangeley Lakes Regional School to compete for a spot in the Franklin County Spelling Bee. The students went for 9 rounds with the championship word “beatboxing” going to 7th grader Parker Smith. Tori White, followed in 2nd place and Charlotte Casko, […]
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.
Weather
Do you remember as a child, the weather? No not the actual weather but how you felt about the weather. I remember running to the window when it snowed. Pressing my face against the window pane and feeling the cold. Being in utter awe at the snow as it fell silently to the ground. Hurrying […]
A New Lakefront Home- or, NOT!
Back in the 1970’s, inspired by my newly created, rock free sandy beachfront, I submitted an application for a new house permit to the newly established Land Use Regulation Commission. I hired a contractor to move the existing cabin to one of my back lots on the Bemis Road. The total cost of moving, including […]
Koob’s Garage Expands in Record Time
After many years of running Koob’s Garage, Michael purchased the business from his brother Larry in the summer of 1996. With his team of dedicated employees, Michael had been contemplating the expansion for many years. To move the gas pumps from the side of Carry Road and renovate the sales area took much thought and […]
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor regarding the “Global Change” article written by Ken White in Jan. 10, 2020 edition. The article by Ken White in the Jan. 10, 2020 edition presents his opinion about Climate Change, using a humorous style. Several of his comments are incomplete and contain statements inconsistent with scientific facts. Climate Change is […]
Farmington Historical Society Meeting- Jan. 27th
Monday, Jan. 27, Farmington Historical Society Meeting, THIS MONTH at The Pierce House, 204 Main St. Farmington. Pot Luck 6 p.m., short meeting and program: “Local Gals Make Good—Little Known Ladies of Franklin County.” presented by Claudia Bell, FHS member. Everyone welcome.
Ice Fishing Tips from Your Biologists
1. Don’t be afraid to fish close to shore where you may have better luck and can get out of the wind. For brook trout, jig with a Swedish Pimple and worm. – Fisheries Resource Supervisor Kevin Dunham, Penobscot Region 2. Find a fresh spot on a lake or pond. Anglers who explore and fish new shores that have not […]
2020 SNODEO Jan 23-25
Rangeley Snodeo sponsored by the Rangeley Snowmobile Club kicks off on Thursday with the Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce’s Chili/Chowder Cook-Off at 5:00 PM at The Gingerbread House in Oquossoc. That is followed by Casino Night at Bald Mountain Camps at 6:30 PM. Snodeo headquarters is at Moose Alley where on Friday “Welcome to Snodeo” […]
Winter Senior Socials are back!
HELP, Helping Elders Live in Place, a program of Rangeley Health and Wellness, is pleased to announce that the Winter Senior Socials are back! Come join for a cup of coffee and a treat, or some hot soup for lunch. All are welcome to join us in the Undercroft of the Church of the Good […]
New Award Program Will Highlight Maine’s Young Environmental Leaders
Nominations being sought for youth ages 15-30