Farmers market makes its move May 7 The Bridgton Farmers Market celebrates its 27th season this year and will move again to its outside location on Depot Street, behind Renys, starting Saturday, May 7. The market will run from 8 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Oct. 29. Local farmers and foragers are ready to offer […]
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Inside Bridgton: April 22
Spring has sprung Bridgton Academy ice arena upgrade funded The Chalmers Ice Arena at Bridgton Academy in North Bridgton has received a grant to make significant improvements to the facility. Funding from the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Foundation will be used to buy a new, state-of-the-art skate sharpener and upgrade the locker room bathrooms. […]
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Inside Bridgton: April 8
Historical society wins bid to buy local church The Bridgton Historical Society plans to preserve the Bridgton Methodist Church on Main Street after winning a bid to purchase the historic landmark, which was built in 1869. The acquisition will give the historical society a prominent presence on Main Street and provide space to display the […]
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Inside Bridgton: March 25
Forward-looking residents needed for task force Bridgton’s Community Development Department will be updating the town’s Comprehensive Plan over the next two years. Community members are needed to join a task force to create a sustainable and equitable plan to help guide development through the next decade. Those who are interested in participating in this important […]
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Homeless in Cumberland County: No easy solution in sight for ‘complex problem’
Before the homeless crisis can be solved, the extent of the problem has to be defined, especially in areas like the Lakes Region that lack resources.
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Inside Bridgton: March 11
Cat nap Nomination papers for public office available Nomination papers to fill positions on the Bridgton Select Board, the Water Board and the School Board are available. The terms of Glenn Zaidman (Select Board), Debra Albert (School Board) and Wesley Gorman (Water Board) all expire this year. Nomination forms are available at the Town Office and […]
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Inside Bridgton: Feb. 25
Don’t be a square – Stella’s is the place for live music Stella’s on the Square, located at 6 North High St. (the former Tom’s Homestead restaurant), will be hosting a number of live acoustic music events starting with Denmark’s own Bruce Marshall from 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26. The acoustic Duo of Vanessa Jones […]
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Inside Bridgton: Feb. 11
Winter Carnival featuring fishing, food and family fun Feb. 19 The 2022 Winter Carnival will feature a range of family-friendly events and activities for all ages throughout the day Saturday, Feb. 19, beginning with a kids ice fishing derby on Highland Lake at 9 a.m. (Registration starts at 8 a.m.) Other events include a snowman-making […]
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Inside Bridgton: Jan. 28
Catching some rays Pantries, community center extending help to those who need it Winter can be tough for families experiencing food insecurity or other challenges, but help is available for those who are struggling, with several local organizations offering food, fuel or a warm place to go. The Bridgton Food Pantry has fresh fruit and […]
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Inside Bridgton: Jan. 14
On the fringe of winter Bridgton Hospital Guild has one last hurrah The now-dissolved Bridgton Hospital Guild, which ran the thrift shop on Main Street and the hospital coffee shop that helped raise funds to purchase needed equipment for the hospital, has made its final donation of $40,000. The funds were presented by Guild president […]
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