Contestants climb rock walls, crawl through muddy water underneath barbed wire, and run past 12 low-energy/high-velocity snow guns just to complete this intimidating challenge.
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Western Maine Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show returns to Bethel
The Oxford County Mineral and Gem Association will hold the 59th annual Western Maine Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show this weekend.
Bethel-area school district budget passes by wide margin
As passed, the SAD 44 budget has increased for most departments, with slight decreases in spending for student and staff support and for career and technical education.
University of New Hampshire recognizes local graduates
DURHAM, N.H. — Ten local students graduated in May from the University of New Hampshire. They include Jasmine Taudvin of Gray, Noelle Ballard of Topsham, Rylee Saunders of Jay, Conrad Laroche Albert of Lewiston, Hope Bowen of Lewiston, Katelyn Osgood of Newry, Rebecca Fogg of Turner, Laura Ireland of Wayne, William Rolfe of West Paris, and Hannah McLaughlin of Winthrop. Students graduate after the […]
Sunday River ski lift mishap could’ve been worse
A 17-year-old rider suffered minor injuries in February when the ‘chondola’ at Sunday River Resort in Newry fell 10 feet.
Skier escapes with minor injuries after gondola blows over at Sunday River
A 17-year-old was the only occupant; wind cited as the cause of the accident.
Rescuers called to Newry after hiker reports feeling dizzy
Rescuers feared the the hiker, who was with a companion, might be suffering from hypothermia. The hikers were reported to be walking out of the woods by themselves shortly after 5 p.m.
Greenwood selectmen discuss broadband, lodging tax, and infrastructure
The board also continued its waste plan discussions, with Bethel set to put forth a proposal the first week in January. Discussions will continue whether to consider one waste plant or two plants to manage the needs of Greenwood, Newry, Bethel and two other towns.
Newry man says presence of his astounding dog has helped family’s healing process
Cooper the dog provided support after the death of the couple’s son, and now is there as they face physical challenges.
Abatement rejected by Newry selectman
NEWRY — An abatement was requested by a Newry taxpayer, and was rejected at the Newry Selectboard meeting on Tuesday, December 8. The abatement was for three years ago. “If you’re agreeing the house is still there, agreeing about the acreage, but disagreeing about the value of the land, which is what I think this […]