Archive for ‘News’

  • Naples author set to launch second novel

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer NAPLES — Jennifer Dupree really loved writing short stories, but when she attended graduate school, her view changed. “I figured I should take advantage of the mentorship. And I’m so glad I did! Writing a novel is hard, and without the structure of having to turn in work regularly […]

  • Naples sticks to Maintenance Department, dumps Public Works renaming

    By Dawn DeBusk Staff Writer NAPLES — The idea of renaming the Naples Maintenance Department a public works department went down the drain last week. Actually, the purpose of having the public works renaming on the agenda was NOT to change the department title, but to put a limit on the number of times an […]

  • ‘Working group’ looks to pare down gym cost

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Keep the cost low. That will be the rallying cry of the latest working group to put together a plan for a gym to replace the recreational space that the Town of Naples lost a few year ago. Last week, a few days before Christmas, the Naples […]

  • Local citizens step forward to outfit Bridgton Fire Department

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer When Fire Chief Glen Garland was given approval to purchase a UTV (utility terrain vehicle) from the Town of Naples with donation funds his department had accrued, he thought adding “tracks” to the machine would need to wait “for a year or so.” Looking at the cost to add […]

  • Artist pours nature into ceramic mugs

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer Emma Andrew’s mother inspired her to start the walk down the path of an interest that turned into a business that transformed into a full-time job. Her mother and the holiday season set those things in motion. “I took my first pottery class in college. I was working towards […]

  • Casco seeks input on big ticket purchases

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Perhaps, it is best to poll the people before asking them to get behind a big expenditure. On Dec. 3, the Casco Select Board hired Greater Portland Council of Governments (GPCOG) to help design a survey and to facilitate public forums so that the town can figure […]

  • People complain about lack of PR for Naples gym bond

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — For something that was removed from the agenda, the community center bond got a lot of air time during the Naples Select Board meeting. The topic had been on the agenda under new business. It said, “Discuss way ahead following the failed ballot item for a new […]

  • Kent’s Landing design concept bid awarded

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — A variety of structures offer up various activities for the people who use the Naples Town Beach and Kent’s Landing. Could an altered layout offer more or create a better flow of traffic? What about the shallow water around the dock? Could something be done to remove […]

  • Bulky Waste coupons — ‘Privilege residents pay for’

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — On Tuesday night, some Casco residents claimed they did not want to adopt the same policy as Naples for who is entitled to bulky waste coupons. The discussion took place during the Casco Select Board meeting. The same topic came up last month. It was the subject […]

  • Be Heard — Take Naples Comp Plan survey

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — People are always expressing a desire that their voice be heard. In Naples, taking the survey that kicks off the town’s comprehensive plan process is an effective way to be heard. The survey is now accessible to the public Online. It is on the top of “News […]