Boss of the barn At Open Gates Equine Rescue’s Open Barn on June 20, Director Deb Hutchins recounted the story of Angel, the horse whose rescue led to the facility’s creation. At 365 pounds, the 18-month-old filly was only about half her ideal weight. In 1998, the state confiscated her from a farm in Arundel. […]

Cutlines: Bruce Ruobo, the new commander for American Legion Post 128, left, and outgoing Post Commander Carl Henrikson meet recently with Robert Michaud, Eliot Douin and Tyler Ruby. The Bonny Eagle High School students will represent the post at the American Legion Dirigo Boys State, a summer program designed to teach teens about government. Courtesy […]

A Standish man who last year held authorities at bay during a standoff has been charged with multiple crimes following an investigation by police into a fight at his home. According to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, Danny H. Wolfe II, 27, of 13 Quail Ridge, was arrested by deputies who were called to the […]

The Gray Public Library Association is holding a used book sale on Saturday, July 11, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the library basement. Most hardcover books are priced at a dollar and paperbacks are 50 cents. Audiobooks are also for sale. All proceeds support the programs and activities of the Gray Public Library. […]

Walter Ridlon of Central Maine Community College presents Jeffrey Robinson, right, with the “Courage to Grow” award at the Gray-New Gloucester Adult Education graduation. The award recognizes Robinson’s persistence and determination to complete his diploma requirements. Robinson was among 44 students who received diplomas at the June 4 ceremony at the Newbegin Community Center in […]

Leesa Smith, the physical education teacher at Raymond Elementary, believes in focusing on activities in which a child can participate over the course of a lifetime. As the students prepare for summer vacation, they are learning the basic technique of how to swing a golf club. “My goal is to promote, encourage and facilitate participation […]

Leesa Smith, the physical education teacher at Raymond Elementary, believes in focusing on activities in which a child can participate over the course of a lifetime. As the students prepare for summer vacation, they are learning the basic technique of how to swing a golf club. “My goal is to promote, encourage and facilitate participation […]

A CLOSER LOOK Bridgton: Friday, July 3 Dusk – Fireworks at Stevens Brook Elementary School, located off Portland Road (Route 302). Saturday, July 4 8 a.m. – The annual Four on the Fourth Road Race. Register online at www.fouronthefourth.com, or on race day at Bridgton Memorial School. Noon – Parade along Main Street. Naples: 2 […]

Many shrubs, some trees, and all tomatoes make suckers. Choosing to leave them or nip them can make a big difference in the health and beauty of the plant. We may be most familiar with tomato plant suckers. They emerge between the main stem and a leaf joint. They grow quickly and make flowers. This […]

There are some important qualities I’d like to see in the next governor of Maine. But they’re all pretty boring. So let’s get to what I wouldn’t like to see. I don’t want anybody who’s crazy. I’m not voting for a slimeball. I don’t find dull to be an attractive trait. Likewise, an attitude that […]