The Western Foothills Land Trust recently enlarged its existing Twin Bridges Preserve by acquiring an adjacent 721-acre forest tract known as Edwards Mills, one of the Chadbourne Tree Farm working forests in western Maine. The tract includes access from Route 117 and land on both sides of the Crooked River in Norway, Otisfield and Harrison. […]
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Body of missing Naples man found near ATV trails in Otisfield
Joseph Jimino had not been seen since last week when he told friends he was out riding his ATV.
Bell Hill Meetinghouse Association honors outgoing president
The Bell Hill Meetinghouse Association honored retiring association President Caroline “Callie” Zilinsky July 30 at its annual program. Zilinsky, who served as president of the group for nearly 20 years, racked up a long list of accomplishments during her tenure. With her thoughtful and visionary leadership style, she guided the association through numerous major restoration […]
The Cobblestones to perform in Otisfield
Local favorites The Cobblestones will perform in concert at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13, at the Bell Hill Meetinghouse in Otisfield. The band plays an eclectic music collection best described as Americana with acoustic, rock, and classic rock favorites in the mix. Their set list includes many favorites old and new featuring passionate vocals, […]
Otisfield meetinghouse to host program July 30
Katherine Rhoda will present a short concert of folk music.
Otisfield man gets 25 years for sex crimes against children
Travis Kimball’s criminal conduct involved victims who were 3 and 7 years old, prosecutors say.
Otisfield voters expand Board of Selectmen, pass all articles on Town Meeting warrant
Starting next year, Otisfield will be run by a five-person select board instead of three.
Otisfield girl receives backyard pool in Make-a-Wish day celebration
When Kat Sherbinski left home for her last day of school Wednesday morning, she didn’t know what was in store for her.
Otisfield to ask voters to approve 5-person select board at town meeting
Otisfield’s annual town meeting will be held this Saturday, starting at 9 a.m., at the Otisfield Community Hall on State Route 121.
Lewiston club names May 30 bridge winners
The Lewiston Bridge Club met May 30 at the Lewiston Armory. Ron Reynolds of Auburn placed first; Pat Quinn of Otisfield, second; Teresa O’CLair of Lewiston, third; and Les Buzzell of Auburn, fourth. The club meets regularly at 9 a.m. Tuesdays at the 65 Central Ave. armory. All levels of players are invited; a partner […]