Archive for ‘News’

  • Trails Bond approved by Legislature, heads to November ballot

    For the first time, it appears Maine voters will have an opportunity to vote for a trails bond this November. At a time when outdoor recreation activities, including on trails, represent a growing segment of Maine’s economy, the Maine Trails Bond has garnered broad, bipartisan support across the state. The Maine Legislature on April 16 […]

  • Casco Fire Station — Renovate or build new?

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Some people might be seeing red when they heard how much green is required for a future fire station. However, one resident expressed the importance of having sound infrastructure that allows people to do their jobs effectively. Part of that is planning financially for those capital improvements. […]

  • Casco acquires unwanted building

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Thanks to the foreclosure process the Town of Casco ended up becoming the owner of an unsafe structure with trees growing inside the walls, instead of just outside. Another twist: The building is owned by one person and the land is owned by another person. “Nothing can […]

  • What’s my value? Harrison revaluation nears completion

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer HARRISON — Like many taxpayers, resident Don Jacobson wondered whether his next tax bill will be based on the existing property value or expected changes from the soon-to-be completed revaluation? The answer, the new value. Bob Gingras of Parker Appraisal gave the Harrison Select Board an update on the […]

  • Gift enables Greater Lovell Land Trust to protect 237 acres

    LOVELL — The Greater Lovell Land Trust has received a gift from a Lovell family that forever preserves 237 acres of land in the heart of the Kezar Lake watershed. Landowners Moira and George Yip and family have generously donated a conservation easement on land they have cherished for 40 years. The Mill Brook Pond […]

  • Two town cleanup makes a comeback

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Circle the date on the calendar and dig out those work gloves. April 27 is the date of the Earth Day cleanup for people living in the towns of Casco and Naples. “We are incredibly excited to revive the Casco-Naples Earth Day Organization’s cleanup event after a […]

  • Help give Mother Earth a facelift; take part in Earth Day events

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer With Earth Day falling on a Monday in 2024, some cleanups are being planned for the Saturday after Earth Day, instead of the Saturday nearest to Earth Day.  For example, a person won’t want to show up outside the Bridgton Community Center to pick up trash this weekend. Instead, […]

  • Denmark presents Boston Post Cane

    DENMARK — The Boston Post Cane has a long-standing tradition in many Maine communities. In 1909, several hundred canes were given to New England communities by The Boston Post to be transmitted through municipal officers to the oldest citizen. According to town records, Denmark’s first presentation of the cane was done in 1909. Denmark continues […]

  • Sugar houses open up again this Saturday, March 30

    This Saturday, March 30, many of Maine’s local sugar houses will once again welcome visitors to enjoy this season of Maine’s maple syrup.    Maine’s maple producers pride themselves on creating many maple products including varieties of maple syrup, maple candies, nuts, baked goods, and popcorn. Maine’s maple producers pride themselves on making truly artisan products that are […]

  • Public input sought on Ham Complex grant

    The Bridgton Recreation Department will conduct a Public Input Forum at the Bridgton Town Office (downstairs meeting room) on Thursday, April 4, beginning at 5:30 p.m. to accept public input for the proposed Phase 1 Project at the Town of Bridgton Kendal C. and Anna Ham Athletic Complex (40 Brag Way). All interested individuals are […]