Two Bridgton women die in Route 302 crash
CASCO — Two Bridgton women were killed Tuesday afternoon in a two-vehicle head-on crash on Route 302 in Casco. The women were identified as Jamie Mantz, 53 and her mother, Carol Strom, 80, who was the...
View ArticleNoise concerns voiced, Tarry A While amusement permit approved
By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer People from across the country and the globe choose to rent guest accommodations on The Ridge because of the area’s scenic beauty and tranquility. They love hearing the...
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A Father’s protest against U.S. immigration policy
Jesse Stevens of Sweden leading a protest on Father's Day in Pondicherry Square in Bridgton. By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer As a father, Jesse Stevens felt he had to speak up. And, what better time...
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Fryeburg Police seek public’s help with pedestrian H&R investigation
A local man was struck while walking along River Street in Fryeburg last week, FRYEBURG — Fryeburg Police officers continue to investigate a hit and run crash that occurred at 10:50 a.m. last Wednesday...
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Naples tobacco-free zone to include vapes, JUULs
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Where there’s second-hand smoke, there’s a health risk that can be reduced. That is the objective of a Portland-based agency that helps municipalities with...
View ArticleCase of the blues — Town reports two cases of minors served during ‘Fest’
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Someone was not checking IDs when, on two separate occasions, minors where served alcohol during the Maine Blues Festival. According to Naples Town Manager John...
View ArticleBridgton to seek moratorium on medical marijuana storefronts; selectmen...
By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer As Maine continues to wrestle with rules regarding marijuana use, Bridgton officials want some time to figure out what best suits this town. Senate and House members...
View ArticleWhat’s happening on the Fourth
FIREWORKS & PARADES BRIDGTON Tuesday, July 3, Kids Fun Run/walk, starts at 4:30 p.m. Bridgton Community Band Concert, Stevens Brook Elementary School at 7:30 p.m. followed by fireworks at dusk....
View ArticleKent’s Landing boat launch fee violates town ordinance
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — On Monday evening, David Garcia was at home watching the live selectmen’s meeting on Cable TV. He had planned on staying home. But — when he heard about the Town...
View ArticleOld Home Days open tonight
HARRISON — It may be summer, but the Christmas in Harrison folks will be looking to bring fair cheer and work to help local groups. The Christmas in Harrison folks will be running the big food booth at...
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Captain Mains remembered as mentor, leader, family man
Captain David Mains By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer RAYMOND — Raymond Fire Captain David Mains, 48, was a hard-working family man who was a pillar in the community and whose life impacted so many people....
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Casco Village dogs’ owner speaks up about ordinance
CASCO CANINE ORDINANCE causes heartache for homeowners. (From left to right) Brandon Green is sitting next to Domino; 12-year-old Delanie has a dachshund named Gracie on her lap; and Stephanie is...
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Wastewater system upgrade critical to Bridgton’s future
“The projects I get most excited about are ones with a strong public component. It could be developing a new water or wastewater system that helps a community maintain or grow its economic strength, or...
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One on One with…Michael Davis — Leader of 250th Bridgton birthday bash driven...
PASSIONATE ABOUT HISTORY — Michael Davis became a Bridgton Historical Society trustee at the age of 13, and at 21, he is the assistant executive director. He also has taken the role as point man for...
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Teens injured in early morning crash, FPD expect criminal charges to be filed
JOY RIDE turned into an early morning crash last Friday in Fryeburg. (Photo courtesy of the Fryeburg Police Department) FRYEBURG — Five teens were injured early last Friday morning when the car they...
View ArticleBridgton selectmen notes: Resident concerned about BH’s future
By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer With Bridgton experiencing unprecedented growth, resident Ursula Flaherty is concerned about whether the local hospital will meet the needs of the community in wake of...
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Bridgton loses historical voice with Tom Gyger’s passing
By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer When longtime friend Jon Evans was asked to describe Tom Gyger, he called him “an open book, that sometimes was hard to read.” “A complex man, very caring, completely...
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Winners, photos of Bridgton Fourth of July Parade
BEST OF THE FOURTH — There was plenty of competition for top honors at this year’s Bridgton Fourth of July Parade, organized by the local Lions Club. Awards went to: Judges’ Choice, Bridgton Historical...
View ArticleNaples board awards truck, culvert bids via e-mail
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — During the first meeting after Independence Day, the Naples Board of Selectmen was not free to vote. That’s because the meeting lacked a quorum. Only selectmen Jim...
View ArticleNaples takes time to evaluate marine safety
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES – Longtime Naples Harbor Master Bill Callahan retired this year. With his retirement comes the appropriate timing to scope out the needs of the Town of Naples’...
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