COUNTY — The High Peaks Alliance [HPA] is calling for passionate volunteers to lead outdoor programs and workshops on its conserved lands and the lands it stewards. The alliance is partnering with GoldLEAF Institute to connect the 55+ community with Maine’s High Peaks. “It’s important to connect our community to lands that are conserved for […]

MADRID TOWNSHIP — The High Peaks Alliance needs community volunteers to help maintain the popular Perham Stream Birding Trail. This 2.4-mile trail offers visitors a chance to explore diverse habitats on foot. “The Perham Stream Birding Trail is a true gem in the High Peaks region,” said Matt Kusper, recreation ranger at High Peaks Alliance. […]

CARRABASSETT VALLEY — A book talk and community share will be held Friday, Dec. 6, at 4 p.m. in the Begin Family Community Room of Carrabassett Valley Public Library. The public is invited to come listen to a reading of A Town Built by Ski Bums, The Story of Carrabassett Valley by its author Virginia […]

LEWISTON — SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging serving Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, will announce the launch of the public phases of a $5.5 million capital campaign for construction of a new education and nutrition center on Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 10 a.m. at its headquarters at 8 Falcon Road, Lewiston. The public […]

FARMINGTON — Two new books are available from Island Tree Publishing of Farmington. They may also be found online at amazon.com and Kindle Direct. Greg Zemlansky, author, writer, and poet, has written many children’s books, poetry books, lighthouse books, and religious books. The Turkey That got away is children’s book for Thanksgiving and The Earmuffs […]

MADRID TOWNSHIP — A service of Thanksgiving is scheduled for Thanksgiving morning at Reeds Mill Church in Madrid Township, 10 a.m. Nov. 28. All are welcome. The “Church in the Wildwood” located at 995 Reeds Mill Road remains essentially as it was when built: no electricity or running water, and with original kerosene lamps. This […]

FARMINGTON — The MaineHealth Franklin Hospital Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Department is hosting a free ski and snowboard clinic on Monday, Nov. 18, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Stanley Health Center on the Franklin Hospital campus. Open to all ages, this clinic will provide valuable assessments in flexibility, strength, balance, and form to enhance your alpine […]

FARMINGTON — MaineHealth Franklin Hospital was recognized for excellence in pediatric emergency preparedness on Wednesday, Nov. 13. MaineHealth Franklin Hospital was recognized for its readiness to care for the youngest members of our community. With a score of 74, Franklin’s emergency department [ED] qualified as “pediatric ready.” The Always Ready for Children program [ARC] is […]

MADRID TOWNSHIP — The High Peaks Alliance is excited to announce improvements to the Perham Stream Birding Trail that enhance accessibility and visitor experience. Over the past two weeks, three upgrades have been implemented.  The first upgrade is a new informational kiosk that now stands at the trailhead. The kiosk was expertly crafted and installed […]

REGION — The High Peaks Alliance is thrilled to announce that Maine voters have approved the Maine Trails Bond [Question 4], securing a historic $30 million investment in the state’s trails. This decision promises to benefit the High Peaks Region by significantly enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities and boosting economic development. “We are overjoyed that Maine […]