To the Editor: No matter the side of an issue, you always know that his decisions are methodical, based on fair process, research and facts with a never-ending eye for the public’s interest. Setting aside spousal bias, this is the type of Commissioner I want to represent us in South Paris. Let’s go Bethel! Join […]

To the Editor: On September 27, groups throughout the Bethel area had individual and virtual CROP walks raising funds to support those who face food insecurity. Walks were held in West Bethel, Bethel, Greenwood and Hanover. Together and on-line more than 20 people raised more than $1700. Our thanks to those that took up the […]

To the Editor: The 2020 Bethel Rotary Virtual 5K/1 Mile has come and gone, and it was a tremendous success thanks to the support of our 33 sponsors and 55 registrants. The presenting sponsor has been the Bethel Family Health Center since the event was conceptualized by Rotarian Dr. Kevin Finley. Our hat sponsor this […]

To the Editor: One subscribes to a newspaper for any of several reasons: to follow the local news, to support the fading business of print journalism, to solve the puzzles, or to enjoy the features and comics. A retired journalist, I turn first to your letters because they keep me alert to the types of […]

To the Editor: On Saturday, September 12, 200 runners participated in the second annual Mahoosuc Ridge to The River Challenge. This year, many chose the virtual option and ran the course of their choice close to home. Others ran in person under sunny skies on the relentlessly hilly mountain course at Sunday River, where they […]

To the Editor: As a mother, a Christian, a proponent of public health and a Maine voter, my vote in November is a crucial act of care for my neighbors and for the health of my family and community. For Maine Senate District 18, Gabe Perkins has my vote. Gabe is a clear supporter of […]

To the Editor: The Bethel Area CROP Hunger Walk is going virtual this year. Proceeds go to support the local food pantry and efforts around the world to reduce those suffering from lack of food. West Parish Congregational Church (WPCC) sponsors the CROP Hunger Walk. It will be run virtually from now until September 27. […]

To the Editor: On behalf of the Rotary Club of Bethel, we would like to thank everyone who came and shopped at our Annual Yard Sale and also those who kindly donated treasures to the sale! Our club members were not certain, in these uncertain times, how the sale would go, but it was a […]