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December 31, 2008  RSS feed
Historic landmark ravaged by fire
By David Hart Irregular Staff

EUSTIS - - Renowned as one of the area's finest menus in one of Maine's most charming converted farmhouses along Route 27 in Eustis, the Porter House Restaurant has been ravaged by flames. As of Monday, the main part of the house is considered by some to be salvageable, but speculation also suggests that the structure is a total loss. More...

Collins brings experience as Phillips' newest manager
By David Hart Irregular Staff

PHILLIPS - - Jim Collins has taken over as the new Phillips Town Manager, starting in early November. After decades of municipal experience, he said he's looking forward to a long stay in the western mountains of Maine. "Phillips is a nice scenic town. I have always enjoyed this part of the state," he explained. More...

 Op-Ed
• McKay-Waddle Re-Run Race a fun event
CARRABASSETT VALLEY — On a foggy race course, 76 daring folks raced to raise funds for the McKay-Waddle Scholarship Fund. It was Saturday, Dec. 27 and the Competition Hill trail at Sugarloaf was in and out of the clouds. More...
• Not the me I envision
• article has image Cartoon
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 Letters
• Notice to Kingfield dog owners
To the editor: The Town of Kingfield would like to remind all dog owners about the upcoming license dates. 2008 Licenses run out Dec. 31, 2008 2009 Licenses need to be obtained by Jan. 31, 2009 to avoid late charges. So stop by the town office before Jan. More...
• Thank you Sugarloaf Area Ski Team
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 Obituaries
• Brenda Jean Gray
1948-2008 — She had a great love for children
RANGELEY — Brenda Jean Gray, 60, of Rangeley, died of natural causes at the home of her mom, in Rangeley, on Tuesday, Dec. 23. She was born Oct. 22, 1948, in Farmington, the daughter of the late Sherwin and Elaine (Ross) Hinds. She and her foster brother, Monty Oakes, were raised by their aunt and uncle, Arthur and Evelyn Oakes, whom she loved as mom and dad. More...
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 News
• Every month at the CareerCenter
WILTON — The Wilton CareerCenter, 865 US Route 2E, offers a number of services and workshops for those seeking employment or are trying to improve their situation. CareerCenter Employment & Training Orientation is offered every Monday, except Jan. 19 which is a holiday, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. More...
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• Grief support programs offered
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 Community News
• article has image Caroling at 'Crabby's'
A crew of carolers from Jordan Lumber serenades Grace and "Crabby" (Wayne) Hooper recently in Kingfield. The singers are (left to right) Ron Lobdell, Bea Bea Eisenhaur, Jonathan Jordan, Kim Jordan, Steve Robbins (back), Katie Beth Jordan, Taylor Jordan, Susie Phelps and Sandy Mitchell. (Photo courtesy "Crabby" himself) More...
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 Sports & Outdoors
• article has image Lady 'Runners display winning ways
Mt. Abram, 54 - Dirigo, 34 SALEM — Senior Mt. Abram guard Kenni Norton's 28 points led the way for the Lady Roadrunners as they defeated Dirigo last Tuesday, Dec. 23 at MTA in a 54-34 win. Norton put up 19 second-half points to prevent any chances of a Dirigo come-back. Norton also shot 9-14 from the line. More...
• All aboard the shuttle
• article has image Load 'er up!
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 Western Mountain Activities
• Western Mountain Activities
THRU DEC 31 EXHIBIT: KEIRSTEADS — Mon- Friday 10 am-5:30 pm, Sat & Sun 10 am- 4 pm, SugarWood Gallery, 248 Broadway, Farmington. Stan and Barbara Keirstead. FMI: 491-8635, 778-9105. THRU THURSDAY, JAN 15 EXHIBIT: RJ GRAY JR, PRINTS — Tue-Fri 5-9 pm, Sat 9 am-4 pm, Sun & Mon by Apt. Captive Elements Art House, 25 Landry Rd., Lewiston. FMI: 786-3606. More...
• Community Things To Do
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