These 2 Ellas have made their mark at Bethel’s Telstar High School

Academically, they each excel. Together they run National Honor Society's many service-oriented events.

Bethel area school budget expected to increase

"The budget is up, and I know that is not what folks want to hear.  We are working to minimize that as much as possible while still being able to offer quality educational and employment opportunities," said MSAD-44 Superintendent of Schools Mark Kenney.

Bethel discusses road close permit for Mollyockett Day

Danny Whitney of Bethel Area Business Association was asked to return to the board with more detailed safety specifications.

It’s April and the snow just keeps falling

Some residents are looking back fondly, 'this was a real Maine winter' they say. With snow in the forecast for the weekend, others say, 'When does it end?' In the Bethel area a winter of snow, bitter cold, continuous snow drifts, and two foot icicles has extended well past March 20, the first day of Spring.

Several Bethel area residents attend ‘Hand’s Off’ protest in S. Paris

The demonstration was one of more than 1,200 nationwide. People opposed President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk's actions, including issues related to the economy and human rights as well as government downsizing.

Bethel Food Pantry impacted by federal cuts to food bank

Bethel Area Food Pantry Executive Director Dave Bean said, 'Forty percent of our $200,000  yearly operating budget goes directly to purchasing food. We will do the best that we can to take care of our Neighbors.'

Applications being accepted for Bethel’s Gehring House apartments

Gilead town budget depends on school district numbers

The Town pays $400,000 to send 18 Gilead children to school, said Town Clerk Patsy Cox, who added that they would not have a final budget until after the school district's budget meeting in May. In the meantime, all 36 articles at town meeting have passed.

Land cleared for Bethel Station condos

There will be one-, two- and three-bedroom units, with six of the ground-floor condos having attached garages.

Bethel area bars and cafes will compete in a mocktail/cocktail competition in April

The Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce is organizing the contest that will be judged by area patrons.