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  • Samuel ‘Bud’ Lee Pitts Jr., 86

    HARRISON — Samuel (Bud) Lee Pitts Jr. (Mr. Oak), 86, passed away at his home in Harrison on Memorial Day, May 27, 2013, with his daughter by his side. A lifelong resident of Harrison, he was born July 23, 1926, in North Bridgton, the son of Samuel Lee and Fannie Fae Witter Pitts. He attended […]

  • ‘Thank You’ celebration set for May 26

    For the “Thank You, Naples” event, which is less than two weeks away, the town is still looking for donations from local businesses. Town Manager Derik Goodine has been compiling complimentary tickets and discount coupons to be given away as prizes to the public during drawings on May 26. Registering for the raffles will be […]

  • Bridgton finalizes referendum, election warrant

    By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer It’s official — Ken Murphy is the only official candidate for the one open seat on the Bridgton Board of Selectmen. And Fred Packard, who originally wasn’t going to run again for the Planning Board, has changed his mind. On Monday, the day after the deadline for returning nomination papers […]

  • Snow: Blessing or curse for Naples Winter Carnival?

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Like so many activities in Maine, the weather can change plans overnight. Activities to be held during the Naples Winter Carnival face a big, white Catch-22: Snow. The very same detail needed to support wintertime recreation can throw a Sasquatch-sized monkey wrench into preparations or thwart attendance […]

  • Many refuse to reapply for committee work

    By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer A major shakeup in Bridgton town committee membership is shaping up, following Friday’s deadline for returning applications for reappointment under a new town policy. Two key town committees are left with only one member, in what amounts to a mass resignation of all but one of those currently serving on […]

  • Jeffrey B. Millett, 63

    NORTH WATERFORD — Jeffery B. Millett, 63, of North Waterford, went to heaven on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2012. Born in Norway on Dec. 14, 1949, he was a son of Chester L. and Barbara E. (Trimback) Millett. Jeff attended Waterford Memorial School and graduated from Oxford Hills High School. He married Sonja C. (Olson) […]

  • Writing about absolutely nothing

    By Dawn De Busk BN Columnist Since the humdrums of humid heat have taken grip of the outdoor air, I seek my comfort in the quiet cool of the early morning, or the nighttime relief that arrives around midnight. Anyhow, I had hoped the coolness at these times of day would re-oxygenate my brain. But, […]

  • Western Maine BBQ Festival expanded this weekend

    By Gail Geraghty Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Some of the best barbecue competitors in the country are expected to compete for top prizes at the second annual Western Maine BBQ Festival, set for Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 4 and 5, at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds. Last year’s festival was a big success as a fundraiser for […]

  • Celebrating the Fourth

    By Senator Bill Diamond As we celebrate it, July 4th is about fun — fireworks, barbecues, hot dogs, music, family and friends. And yet, there is a deeper meaning behind Independence Day — a day when we recognize and remember those things that stand the test of time: honor and sacrifice, courage and perseverance, selflessness […]

  • Town: Don’t park on Bridge

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — The Cumberland County Sheriff recently told local elected officials he considers the Naples Causeway to be one of the most populated places in the county on the evening of Independence Day. Naples Town Manager Derik Goodine said the town typically gets extra deputy coverage before, during, and […]