Bottlenecked Pismo Beach Road a chronic headache for Oxford

The road leading to Oxford's public boat launch at Thompson Lake is too narrow for two-way traffic and its aging retaining wall needs replacement.

Few anglers fishing on April Fool’s Day

Traditionally, many anglers look forward to April 1, but nowadays it depends on the weather and the zone.

Frustration reigns as a warm winter melted hopes for outdoor Maine pursuits

Lake Auburn saw ice-out March 12, the earliest ever recorded since 1836, according to Erica Kidd, watershed manager for the Auburn Water and Sewage Districts and Lewiston Water Division.

Photos: Water colors in Oxford

Fall foliage on Thompson Lake is nearing peak Wednesday.

Friends help state loon count while keeping a tradition alive

Long-time volunteers Peggy Dorf and Bonnie Eletz share their love of loon counting on Thompson Lake.

Thompson Lake Dam: Good shape

Thin ice on Thompson Lake

Richard E. Bartow

Thelma L. Patry

William J. Scanlon