NORWAY — Beginning November 1, the Western Maine Art Group will host an exhibit of abstract artwork by its members through November 30 at the Matolcsy Art Center, 480 Main Street, in Norway. There will be an opening reception on Friday, November 1, from 5 to 7 p.m. This exhibit is curated by Western Maine […]
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Otisfield property tax collection
To the Editor: The way Otisfield collects real estate taxes is unfair. Taxes should be levied on all owners evenly. Applying taxes by percentage is unfair to older owners who may have a greater home value, but have paid taxes for decades, are on a fixed income, and have no children in the schools. Michael […]
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The return of Turkey Tuesday
BETHEL — After 30 amazing years, Heather and Dave Nivus have handed Turkey Tuesday off to the Bethel Area District Exchange and Food Pantry, (BADE&FP). Here’s what remains the same… Turkey Tuesday is an event that brings Western Maine together. Doors open at 5 p.m. and dinner starts at 6 p.m. You will need to bring […]
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Donald J. Trump is unfit to be Commander In Chief
To the Editor: “I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic…” I took this oath when I entered the service to our country and, thereafter, every time I assumed a higher level of office. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would encounter a […]
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Question 4 benefits trails, all of us
To the Editor: Do you enjoy snowmobiling? Do you enjoy mountain biking? Do you enjoy hiking? All of these outdoor recreational activities depend on trails that need to be built and maintained. Recent storms have severely impacted them. We need trails in Maine not only for recreation but because of the significant health and economic […]
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Donald J. Trump is unfit to be Commander In Chief
To the Editor: “I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic…” I took this oath when I entered the service to our country and, thereafter, every time I assumed a higher level of office. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would encounter a […]
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Champion for sporting heritage
To the Editor: I’m supporting Bruce Bryant, a lifelong sportsman, for Senate District 19. When he chaired the Inland Fisheries Committee, Bruce worked to rebuild our fish hatcheries with the money from a bond passed by the voters. He also worked to create the Sportsman License plate, which helps to fund boat launches, hatcheries, biologists, […]
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Free Social Security seminar offered
PARIS — Social Security Seminar – Do you wish that you had a better understanding of your benefits and/or would you like to make sure you’re getting the most out of your benefits? Join us to learn how! The free seminar will be held on Monday, October 28, 6-7:30 p.m. at Oxford Hills/Nezinscot Adult Education, […]
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Honor Courage Commitment
To the Editor: I’m sitting in my home office and my gaze is drawn to my memory wall and a keepsake U.S. Navy cane given to me by my deceased wife. Those three words are inscribed on the barrel of the cane. I remember my family members who served before and after me. When you […]
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Virtual Business Planning for Producers starts in November
STATE — Registration is open for the University of Maine Cooperative Extension’s Business Planning for Producers course. The course is designed for aspiring producers, as well as new and beginning producers, in the first or second year of production. Participants will learn about the core concepts of business operations, finance, management, and marketing. Held on […]