One voter said it’s all about being respectful of other people’s views. ‘Some people lose sight of that.’
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Telstar in Bethel ranked fifth best high school in state, online assessment says
Nearly 40% of its students are economically disadvantaged, yet it outperformed many wealthier, coastal schools, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Telstar boys soccer set sights on redemption season
As of Sept. 29, the team is 5-0 in the season
Bethel man carried on 11 generations of logging legacy in Maine
Bob Chadbourne, of Bethel, who died Sept. 17, continued building his family’s logging business, contributing to conservation and growing economy in western Maine.
Volunteers uncover local treasures while renovating Maine Room at Woodstock library
Four local women led the charge to organize the space that now houses books by Maine authors and books about Maine.
Unexpected treasures can be found on the side of Maine’s roads
A guide to the Bethel area’s small-scale and specialty stands that sell everything from whoopie pies to dog leashes.
Bethel’s former Gracenote Inn and Spa sold for $1.8M
The transaction was not the most expensive residential sale in Bethel. 287 Tara Way sold for $2.1M on August 14, 2025
Telstar games and matches start this week
Sports schedules for the season are listed here
Family turns loss into lifeline with Woodstock sober house, Chris’ Haven
The scope of the work ahead at the sober house at 47 Old County Road is daunting. Marc Montplaisir is amazed by the number of volunteers who have come through the door; his mother, Mary Ellen, hopes more will follow.
First day of kindergarten in Bethel: No naps, just syrup and smiles
In Robin Kennett’s class, many of her nine kindergartners know each other from pre-K — but James Erde has one question about what’s changed: ‘We don’t take naps, right?’