Raymond Parks and Recreation will hold an Easter egg hunt for kids 12 and under March 30. Some “golden eggs” in the hunt, which will be held at the elementary school, include family season passes to Tassel Top Park and gift cards to local businesses. Families must register in at raymond.recdesk.com. Registration ends March 26. […]
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Towns ask Legislature to give them ‘teeth’ to deal with violators of shoreland laws
Sebago Lake case involving Auburn businessman spurs bill giving towns more tools to force compliance with state laws.
Letter: Address ‘reckless’ ordinances to preserve quality of life
As I write, it’s Dec. 18 at 7:30 in the morning and the temperature is 53 degrees. That should frighten us all. Adding to that must be the concern that the town of Raymond, like many of the surrounding towns, is in the midst of pursuing development in disregard to the danger we face from […]
Forum: County to host listening session on homelessness in Lakes Region
When you hear about people struggling with homelessness, it’s natural to think of the growing crisis in Portland and other big cities. But a person can experience homelessness or housing insecurity anywhere – including the Lakes Region. We know this to be true; we’ve heard too many examples in our small towns of families living […]
RSU 14 hopeful new school will win over those who voted against it
RSU 14 board members and school officials say by the time the school opens in 2027, concerns about the project should be allayed.
Raymond Elementary School Chorus to perform at tree lighting
The Raymond Elementary School Chorus will perform at a tree lighting ceremony at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Raymond Village Library. Hot cocoa and coffee will be available. The library is located at 3 Meadow Road. For more information, call 655-4283.
CEO of Sebago Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce wins top honor
Robin Mullins was named the Maine State Chamber’s Professional of the Year.
Impasse over shoreland zoning violations at Sebago Lake leads to legislative action
State Sen. Tim Nangle sponsored two bills to offer relief to municipalities, plus the ability to deny permits to applicants with unresolved shoreland zoning violations.
New minister at Raymond Village Community Church
Brian Donovan has joined the Raymond Village Community Church as a new minister for a one-year term, while also continuing his work at First Congregational Church in Gray. In Raymond, Donovan will lead a new worship time at 11 a.m. Sundays. He has 10 years of experience and has served at churches in New Hampshire, […]
Govoni, Kellner win Windham-Raymond school board seats
Windham residents also endorse a citizen-initiated recall ordinance for elected officials.