Critics of a report released last week by the Baldacci administration on whether a tax reform bill passed in 2005 is working say at best the numbers are inconclusive and at worst represent a taxpayer-funded campaign brochure. The 34-page report, summarized in a full-color, glossy, six-sided handout that cost $3,695 to design and print, admits […]

Critics of a report released last week by the Baldacci administration on whether a tax reform bill passed in 2005 is working say at best the numbers are inconclusive and at worst represent a taxpayer-funded campaign brochure. The 34-page report, summarized in a full-color, glossy, six-sided handout that cost $3,695 to design and print, admits […]

Feb. 4: Bean Supper at Steep Falls Library, 4:30-7 p.m. Two kinds of beans, two kinds of hot dogs, mac & cheese, American Chop Suey, soup, corn bread, brown bread, rolls, and many different kinds of salads, $6 adults, $3 kids. Feb. 8: “Budgeting Basics,” 6:30 to 8 p.m., Bonny Eagle Middle School, 92 Sokokis […]

It seems everyone wants to stop excessive holds on people’s bank accounts when they use debit cards at the gas pump – sometimes tying up two or three times the amount of the purchase – but changing a national problem with state law could be tough. “Good luck at making a state rule. This is […]

Veterans Mr. Robin Shepard, State of Maine Veterans Advocate, will be at the veterans center Feb. 8 from 9 to 11 a.m. He will be assisting veterans in applying for benefits. There is no charge and no appointment is necessary. Thank You Many thanks go to all the people who donated pet food at the […]

Rep. Darlene Curley, a Republican from Scarborough, has made it official – she’s running for Congress against five-term incumbent Tom Allen. Introduced as the best candidate positioned to be “the first Congress woman from the First District,” Curley promised a bipartisan approach to problems if she is elected to serve. “I will put people before […]

As part of February’s American Heart Month, Bridgton Hospital employees will join thousands of Americans nationwide in celebrating National Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 3. Employees throughout the hospital and physician offices are being encouraged to “Wear Red.” According to Pam Smith, director of community relations and development, “National Wear Red Day is a […]

You retired early so you could spend more time with your grandchildren, go on a cruise, spend cold winters traveling or move to a warmer place. Perhaps you were forced to retire because of health concerns or had reached the mandatory age. Whatever the reason, retirement brings hours and sometimes days to be filled with […]

The University of Maine Dean’s List for the 2005 fall semester includes the names of students from Maine, as well as 32 other states and 23 foreign countries. Those from the Lakes Region earning honors include: Sarah Fowler of Casco; Patricia-Ruth Atchinson, Darcy Coulombe, Elizabeth Gwozdz and Jessica Higgins of Naples; Ashley Weeks and Edward […]

With many Standish residents grappling with how best to act responsibly concerning historic buildings and properties, so as not to lose tangible evidence of the town’s history, a serious debate has arisen over the fate of the Higgins home, located near the center of town. Located in the town’s historic district in Standish Center, the […]