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  • Back in the Day, 1972

    3/9/1972: This is a partial summary of $301,671 in appropriations that were approved by voters at the Bridgton Town Meeting. Chief Stevens Barker explained the need for the department to acquire a combination pumper-tank truck to improve efficiency. This piece of equipment was priced at $30,000. The request for $32,000 for a new firehouse drew […]

  • Election coverage: Harrison winners

    By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer HARRISON — Incumbent selectman William F. “Bill” Winslow and newcomer Christine W. Davis were elected to two three-year terms on the Harrison Board of Selectmen, at the polls on Tuesday. All of the races here were uncontested. Winslow had 315 ballots cast for him, while Davis received 266 votes. […]

  • On the ballot: Bridgton selectman

    By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer Three people are seeking two, three-year terms on the Bridgton Board of Selectmen, at the polls next week. Incumbent Douglas Taft Sr. is seeking re-election to another term, while former selectman Robert McHatton Sr. and newcomer Kenneth Murphy are both hoping to fill the seat being vacated by longtime […]

  • Naples budget ready for voters

    By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — On Wednesday, June 6, Naples’ 2012–13 budget will come before the residents at the annual town meeting. The assembly starts at 7 p.m. in the large meeting room in the Naples Town Office. The proposed municipal budget totals $2,836,985. Additionally, in warrant Article 41, community members will […]

  • Bigger police presence?

    By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer HARRISON — Does the Town of Harrison want to spend just over $100,000, in order to have both a full-time deputy and a summer deputy? Voters will answer that question and two others via secret ballot, when they go to the polls on Tuesday, June 12, which will be […]

  • Bridgton budget workshop

    By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer The Bridgton Board of Selectmen had some tough choices to make, at their budget workshop Tuesday night. The selectmen said they were trying to be fair but firm — particularly by asking municipal departments and local organizations to step up and try to find creative ways, such as grants, […]

  • Lakers sting Leavitt in OT

    By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer PORTLAND — For Abby Craffey, it was a chance for redemption. “The last time I played against them, I really didn’t have a very good game,” the Lake Region senior guard said. “So, I was really psyched to get another chance to play them.” Wanting to shoot the ball […]

  • Fish derby on; thin ice cancels carnival

    For more information or to post questions, check out the Hannaford/United Way Ice-Fishing Derby on Facebook. By Dawn De Busk Staff Writer NAPLES — Wintertime fishermen will not be disappointed. People can still vie for the brag of hauling the heaviest fish out of Long Lake. With the cancellation of the Sebago Lake Rotary Club’s […]

  • Youngster faces disease with smile

    By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer FRYEBURG — Gabriell Snyder is an active, energetic 12-year-old middle school student who is involved in so many activities — soccer, softball, dance, gymnastics, drama, swimming and skiing — it could make one’s head spin! Gabriell is a compassionate person who loves her friends and enjoys helping others, as […]

  • Coping with brown winter: Businesses stay positive despite weather

    By Lisa Williams Ackley Staff Writer When there is hardly any snow on the ground in the Lake Region, there is a ripple effect on area businesses of all kinds — ski areas, cross-country skiing facilities, snowmobile sales and rentals, ice fishing bait and equipment shops, restaurants, department stores, ski shops and snow removal firms. […]