Bridgton hunted a werewolf for a Halloween scavenger hunt
The Recreation Department placed Wendy, an animatronic werewolf, at more than 20 sites throughout Bridgton during October in the lead-up to Halloween.
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Amateur historians seek to restore historic Bridgton railway
Six local train enthusiasts are working to rebuild a 1.5-mile stretch of the Bridgton and Saco River Railroad, which closed in 1941.
Poland music teacher named 2026 Maine Teacher of the Year
Julia Edwards of Bridgton was celebrated Thursday at Poland Regional High School.
Obituary: Patricia Ruth Duffy Sprackland
BRIDGTON – Patricia Ruth Duffy Sprackland of Bridgton, Maine, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 3, 2025, at the age of …
7 Maine fall foliage treks with an antique twist
Here are some suggested routes that include scenery and antique or vintage shops along the way, from Cornish and Bethel to Hallowell and Fairfield.
Shelter-in-place briefly issued for Bridgton
The order was sent out around 7:30 a.m. Sunday and lifted about an hour later.
Roosevelt Trail historical sites welcome visitors as part of ‘history tour’
The tour, which stretched from Westbrook to Harrison, covered multiple aspects of Maine history.
Obituary: Gilbert W. “Gibb” Douglass
BRIDGTON – Gilbert W. “Gibb” Douglass, 80, of West Bridgton, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, at his home in West Bridgton …
Lakes Region school districts discuss back-to-school plans
Superintendents at three school districts talk about what changes students and families can expect in the 2025-26 school year.
Did temperatures in Maine reach 105 degrees during the summer of 1911? | Fact brief
That summer, an 11-day heat wave killed hundreds, if not thousands, of New Englanders.
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news from surrounding communities
Final Varsity Maine girls soccer poll features a firm No. 1, finally
Bangor emerges from recent three-way tie as sole No. 1 team in last rankings of 2025.
Another showdown of top 2 teams in Varsity Maine football poll on tap
Thornton Academy will play in its third No. 1-versus-No. 2 matchup, and second against Bonny Eagle.
Standish officials discuss ideas for new Public Works facility
The plans are in the early stages and would feature construction of an expanded facility on the corner of Moody and Northeast roads.
Where to buy Maine-made sweet treats for the holidays
Let Maine’s best bakers and confectioners take some stress out of the season for you.
Watch Varsity Maine’s football highlights from Week 10
The best action from last week’s postseason contests.
Varsity Maine football honor roll for Week 10
The top individual performers during last week’s playoff games.
Town plans to move Public Works into South Casco fire station
The move will provide the growing department more space and is expected to be completed by the end of November.
We Love Fairs: Craft and Christmas fairs in Buxton, Gorham, Westbrook and more
Redeemer Lutheran Church Christmas fair – Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Redeemer Lutheran Church, 410 Main St., Gorham. Homemade crafts and food. St. Anne’s Christmas craft fair – Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Grandma’s attic, baked goods, knits, crafts, children’s games, jewelry,…
Casco Open Space Commission invites ideas
The commission held an open house to gather feedback from residents about improving and expanding the town’s open spaces like parks and trails, hoping to present its plan next year.
Obituary: Lawrence “Larry” Frazier
RAYMOND – Lawrence “Larry” Frazier, 78, passed away on Oct. 27, 2025 from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease.
He was born in Norwalk, …
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