Naples tables free EV chargers offer
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The locally-elected officials did not share the same level of enthusiasm as the presenter who promised electric vehicle charging stations that were free and fast....
View ArticleACO suggests fines for loose animals
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — When someone is arrested for an OUI (operating a motor vehicle while under the influence) and there is a dog in the vehicle at the time, the local animal control...
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Lending library binds Girl Scout to town
RIBBON CUTTING — Cadette Girl Scout Rebecca Caron holds a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the little lending library at Kent’s Landing on Friday, Aug. 24. Naples Town Manager John Hawley is also pictured....
View ArticleProposed streetscape design receives selectmen’s approval
By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Selling a wastewater system to taxpayers requires information showing need (engineers and superintendent deem Bridgton’s current status as “critical”), both in the...
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Published poet digs Bridgton
PUBLISHED POET — Daniel James Webb holds a copy of his book of prose, Short-Shorts, which is available at Bridgton Books. (De Busk Photo) By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer Daniel James Webb is living ‘the...
View ArticleSinger Center tenant to set rent
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — It would be a dream come true for most renters to be able to set the rent amount according to what is affordable. However, for Before & After School Care, the...
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Superintendent Smith explains why Crooked River project a necessity
SAD 61 Superintendent of Schools Al Smith By Alan Smith SAD 61 Superintendent of Schools For me, and I’m sure for many, it is imperative to be able to answer the question of “Why” prior to moving...
View ArticleBridgton Selectmen notes: Patience urged on Depot Street grass project
By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer As a longtime gardener and landscape designer, Lucia Terry understands the importance of patience. Yes, this summer was a tough one when it came to growing grass — too...
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Behold the life cycle of apples: Year in an orchard
WEEDING VINES — Pietree staffer Jonathan Delvecchio, 19, of Bridgton, weeds vines from the Ginger Gold apple trees. (De Busk Photo) By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer SWEDEN — Few things are as tempting as...
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Brandy Crossing subdivision gains preliminary approval
A SITE WALK with developer Paul Hollis (in blue windbreaker) took place at the future location of the Brandy Crossing Subdivision. The Naples Planning Board gave preliminary approval for the...
View ArticleBoard chases Naples dog park idea
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — An old idea that seemed to be buried under other priorities has resurfaced: the creation of a dog park in Naples. Selectman Rich Cebra brought to the table a...
View ArticleWastewater system capacity question answered
Resident Catherine Spencer DiPietro posed the question to selectmen last week what will be the actual capacity of the proposed Bridgton wastewater expansion system? The question was given to Brent M....
View ArticleNaples marine safety’s future in budget, networking
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The “volunteers” on the Naples Marine Safety Department have a genuine passion for public safety on the waterways from Long Lake to the Songo River. However, a...
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DAC: Fine entrance, fresh outlook
By Laurie LaMountain, Former Board Director with DAC Interim Director Susan Beane DENMARK — You may have noticed that the Denmark Arts Center has a new front door. In place of the pair of doors that...
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Post 155 extends Maine hospitality to national commander
HONORED FOR HOSPITALITY — American Legion National Commander Brett Reistad (left) gives a certificate of honor to Department of Maine Second District Commander Curtis Merrill (center). (De Busk Photo)...
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‘What a mess’— Denmark ATV Club cleans up illegal dumping sites
Denmark ATV ClubMeetings: 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month at Denmark Bicentennial Park Pavilion, Main StreetTelephone: 890-9164Website: www.denmarkatvclub.orgWarden Contact:...
View ArticleNaples Farmers Market a smash and pumpkins coming
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — In September, it is usually the football field or the soccer field that is maintained and marked so that it can be used by young athletes. In Naples, the grassy...
View Article42 Casco road inspections lie ahead
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — One local selectman commented on how time-consuming a project updating road standards for public easements has become. It is time-consuming for the people living on...
View ArticleCasco board on ground floor with town manager hiring
By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer CASCO — Doesn’t it always happen that way? When things are in the planning stages, few people participate or even offer opinions. But, if someone does not like the outcome,...
View ArticleBridgton selectmen notes: CMHC head gauges public pulse on local hospital...
By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Lee Eastman made a surprise visit Tuesday. He met Jeff Brickman, president and CEO of Central Maine Healthcare, at Bridgton Hospital for a half hour. Brickman was...
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