HALLOWELL — The Natural Resources Council of Maine will host a celebration of citizen activism, courage and leadership from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, at Maple Hill Farm Inn in Hallowell, to honor nine extraordinary Maine citizens with Conservation Leadership Awards. All are welcome. The reception begins at 5 p.m., followed by the […]
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Foliage Hike is Oct. 11 at Bald Pate Mountain
BRIDGTON — Loon Echo Land Trust Stewardship Manager Jon Evans will lead a hike up the Pate Trail at Bald Pate Mountain to take in the seasons glorious colors at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 11. Hikers should use the alternative parking for Bald Pate on Moose Cove Lodge Road, a short distance south of the […]
Oxford County Democrats announce October events
NORWAY — The Oxford County Democrats are headed into a busy month of October with events, candidate visits and campaign activities. The first week of the month is focused at the Fryeburg Fair where the Democratic booth will be in full operation throughout the fair. It is in Expo 5, next to the pulling ring. […]
Loon Echo Land Trust held 27th annual meeting
DENMARK — Loon Echo Land Trust of Bridgton held its 27th annual meeting on Aug. 24 at Camp Wyonegonic. Approximately 75 members attended. Board president Karen Eller introduced two new candidates for the Loon Echo board of directors: David Diller, a long-time Bridgton resident and retired pharmacist, and Kevin Wall, a part-time Harrison resident and […]
Loon Echo Trek preregistration ends Sept. 15
BRIDGTON — The 2014 Loon Echo Trek scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20 at Shawnee Peak. The cool late summer weather is a perfect time to hit the road and trails to support local land conservation. The quiet and scenic trails and roads of western Maine are what the event offers participants who hike or ride […]
Western Maine barbershop chorus ramps up for 2014-15 season
BETHEL — Women ages 18 and older who are interested in learning to sing barbershop harmony are invited to join western Maine’s Mollyockett Chorus. It is starting back up from a summer break and three summer shows, member Jolan Ippolito of Bethel said Thursday by email. “We rehearse in Oxford and have about a 45-minute […]
Art in the Park prize winners named
BRIDGTON — Bridgton’s annual Art in the Park scored a picture-perfect day this year, making it a most enjoyable event. There was an abundance of fine art, lovely music and great food. The 50 or so artists and artisans displayed a dizzying selection of high-quality items but three judges were asked to choose several pieces […]
Cheverus High School honor roll
PORTLAND — The following local students were named to the Cheverus High School second-semester honor roll. Grade 11 Honors: Michael Jones, Gray; Kyle Severance, Gray; Casey Simpson, Casco. Grade 12 High honors: Sara Hoffman, Raymond; William McMahon, Naples. Honors: Riley Archer, Gray; Brittany Bell, Lewiston; Gregory Grinnell, Bridgton; Owen Kivela, Pownall; Abigail Maker, Naples; Jessica […]
Military notes
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — The following area residents graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Air Force Airman Nicholas W. Hodgkin is the son of Denise and stepson of Anthony Perkins of New Gloucester and Eric Hodgkin of Bridgton, brother of Derek S. Hodgkin of Raymond, grandson of Ann B. Paulin of […]
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Reunion of Keen descendants SUMNER — Meet and greet the descendants of John and Martha Keen and celebrate the 89th annual reunion at A Wrinkle in Thyme Farm from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10. A potluck lunch will take place at noon, followed by a visit to the pond at 3 p.m. […]