Community survey results Community Connections will be hosting its next meeting on Monday, Aug. 12 at 2 p.m. at the Public Safety Building. A discussion will take place on where Age Friendly Raymond is heading now that the group has its survey results. Patricia Oh, of AARP, will join guests to share the next steps. […]
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Fatal crash claims Gray man’s life
RAYMOND — A Gray man died Monday night after his pickup truck collided with a tree. On Aug. 5 at 7:39 p.m., the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, Gray Fire/Rescue and Raymond Fire responded to a crash involving a 2003 GMC on North Raymond Road to find Anthony Finocchietti, 50, had crashed, police said. Finocchietti was […]
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Successful petitions would restore residents’ rights
The recent legislative session showed us all again the danger of one-party rule. While the excess spending and agenda that drove legislation was predictable after the November election, it still was difficult to experience and live through. When even one right is taken away, it is a tragedy; this year we saw continual assaults on […]
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Lakes Region Sportsman: Dog days produce fish after a storm
After a fast moving thunderstorm, it’s time to go bass fishing.
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Raymond church seeking donations for renovations
The church will soon begin two new renovation projects.
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Sabre Yachts celebrates 50th anniversary
RAYMOND — Sabre Yachts will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2020. The company will mark the occasion with client events, boat show happy hours and associate celebrations over the next year, as well as a celebratory lobster bake in June 2020. In addition, the company will be re-branding itself in honor of its anniversary, including a […]
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We Love to Eat: July 18
Free dinner – Thursday, July 18, 5:30-6:30 p.m., St. Peters Episcopal Church, 678 Washington St., Portland. Chowder luncheon – Friday, July 19, and every Friday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., North Deering Congregational Church, 1364 Washington Ave., Portland. Bowl of haddock chowder with crackers, $9; or lobster roll lunch with chips, $10; cup of chowder, $6; combination […]
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Lakes Region Weekly Briefs: July 12
NG veterans monument in need of renovation NEW GLOUCESTER — The New Gloucester Veterans Monument Committee is soliciting donations for renovations to the monument, which is located in front of McCann Fabrications on Route 202. In December 2018, an automobile accident broke one of the granite fence posts, and snowmobiles have ridden across the monument. […]
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Inside Raymond: July 12
Library happenings Raymond Village Library has many offerings this month, including a new Mahjong group for seniors from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesdays. All levels are welcome. The Bridge Club that meets each Tuesday during that time is also looking for additional players. A felted flora class is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. July 18 with […]
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Police cruiser struck by passing truck in Raymond
No one was injured in the incident, but the cruiser was taken out of service.