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Family stories in pictures, words

Most families have photos that record significant events in the family history. Students at Bonny Eagle Middle School have been studying family photos, mostly old, in an effort to learn the stories behind the pictures. The students have interviewed family members to find out what they could about the people and events that fashioned their […]

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Teaching 'Respect'

The good word this week is “respect.” From time to time, I’ve read about efforts and programs in our schools which address issues of concern at the moment. I think the most recent belabored issue is “diversity.” Classes are held, workshops presented and seminars announced, all in an attempt to persuade people to embrace diversity. […]

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Teaching 'Respect'

The good word this week is “respect.” From time to time, I’ve read about efforts and programs in our schools which address issues of concern at the moment. I think the most recent belabored issue is “diversity.” Classes are held, workshops presented and seminars announced, all in an attempt to persuade people to embrace diversity. […]

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Fryeburg flower show starts April 29

From Friday, April 29 through Sunday, May 1, the Fryeburg Fairgrounds will be bustling with spring at the annual Home, Garden & Flower Show. This year, the show occupies six exhibit halls and outdoor exhibit areas. There are more home, garden, and flower vendors, more shopping opportunities, more food vendors, and more activities. “This is […]

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PWD gets go-ahead for sewer improvements

Having now received Windham and Gorham’s approval, the Portland Water District can move ahead with plans to improve the South Windham’s sewer system that in turn could lead to more housing and improve the economy, government officials say. The Portland Water District had previously received authorization from Gorham’s Town Council to solicit bids for the […]

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Legislation questions artificial lobster bait

Some lobsters have developed hairballs after eating chunks of cowhide used by fishermen in their traps – an unsavory discovery that has prompted legislators to promote new regulations on alternative bait. Legislation approved Monday by the Marine Resources Committee also would allow the state to investigate reports of slaughterhouse waste being sold as bait. Sen. […]

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Flag flying for Eagles

The honor flag was raised last week for Bonny Eagle High School students who recently were named Eagle Scouts. From left, they are Senior Rob Martin of Buxton who rebuilt a handicap ramp at the Buxton-Hollis Historical Society; and Junior Ben Roy, who refurbished a trail between the Buxton Town Hall and the Town Farm […]

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A sure sign of spring

Philip Toher, of Bancroft Contracting in South Paris, makes an adjustment on the Frye Island ferry ramp on the Raymond Cape side. Toher was adjusting the system of weights and pulleys that allows the ramp to be raised and lowered depending on water level. The first ferry run in 2005 is 7 a.m. on April […]

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A sure sign of spring

Philip Toher, of Bancroft Contracting in South Paris, makes an adjustment on the Frye Island ferry ramp on the Raymond Cape side. Toher was adjusting the system of weights and pulleys that allows the ramp to be raised and lowered depending on water level. The first ferry run in 2005 is 7 a.m. on April […]