Hunter breakfasts Hunters and other early birds are welcome to indulge in the hearty hunters breakfast that will be served from 5-10 a.m. Saturday mornings Nov. 5 through Nov. 26 at the Bridgton Community Center on Depot Street, behind Renys. The menu includes choice of pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausages, French toast, breakfast sandwiches, and Tater […]
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Winning coach inducted into Bridgton Academy Hall of Fame
North Yarmouth resident Brad Smith was honored for laying the groundwork for the prep school’s successful athletic program.
Inside Bridgton: Oct. 21
Spooky happenings The Bridgton Recreation Department is offering some creepy outdoor Halloween fun at the Town Hall on North High Street on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 21 and 22, from 5-9 p.m. See if you can brave the Haunted Walk, then battle through Zombie Laser Tag! Tickets are $6 for the walk and $16 for […]
Inside Bridgton: Oct. 7
The Fryeburg Fair probably dominated everyone’s calendar last week and people need a bit of time to regroup. Not much is happening in town this week, but looking ahead, things will be picking up. Winter clothing giveaway A community block grant is sponsoring the local organization Community HELP for a Winter Wear Giveaway at the […]
Inside Bridgton: Sept. 23
Sebago Lake landowners invited to lunch and learn event The Lakes Environmental Association and partners invite landowners in the greater Sebago Lakes watershed to join them in celebrating forests in the watershed. Learn about land trusts and how to become involved in conservation and preservation efforts Oct. 1, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. during […]
‘Pleasant’ name change for popular Bridgton ski area
Known as Shawnee Peak for more than 30 years, Pleasant Mountain bring backs its original name much to skiers’ delight.
Maine’s 1st ski mountain restores historic name: Pleasant Mountain
Its previous name, Shawnee Peak, was chosen in 1988 by owners who already operated Shawnee Mountain in Pennsylvania, which bears the name of a Native American tribe that was pushed west by settlers.
Inside Bridgton: Aug. 9
Walk honors doctor who was dedicated to those in recovery A Remembrance Walk through Bridgton will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10. Sponsored by the Lake Region Recovery Center, the walk is in honor of Dr. Peter Leighton, the LRRC medical director who dedicated his life to helping those in recovery. […]
Inside Bridgton: Aug. 26
Rotary Club seeking golfers for benefit tournament The Bridgton-Lake Region Rotary Club’s biggest fundraiser of the year will be held Sept. 17, and area golfers are invited to participate in worthy cause. Proceeds from the 13th Annual Golf Classic at Bridgton Highlands Country Club “allows us to do all our work in the community,” Club […]
Loon Echo Land Trust’s annual Trek for Trails coming up
Loon Echo Land Trust’s 2022 Trek for the Trails, presented by Norway Savings Bank, begins Sept. 1 and runs through Sept. 30. The trek is the land trust’s largest fundraising event and 100% of the $20 registration fee per person helps maintain trails and build new ones. To participate, register and then visit any LELT […]