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September 16, 2009 / Community & Local News

Marshall Communications, most frequently cited PR agency

AUGUSTA - Marshall Communications was the most frequently cited advertising, public relations and branding company by business decision-makers on Critical Insight's 2009 Minding Maine's Business survey. More...

Turkey supper planned

RANGELEY — On Saturday, Oct. 10 the Mission Board of the Rangeley Congregational Church UCC, will once again sponsor the now "greatly anticipated, never duplicated, very popular, well attended" Turkey Supper at The Barn on High Street. More...

Mountain Misbehavior

Moose/vehicle accidents investigated

By Laura Dunham Special to the Irregular

WESTERN MOUNTAINS — Following are summaries of some of the Franklin County Sheriff's Department's and NorthStar's activities last week. More...

Man charged in camp burglary

By Donna M. Perry, Special to the Irregular

CHAIN OF PONDS TOWNSHIP - — Franklin County sheriff's deputies charged a New Gloucester man Thursday, Sept. 3, in connection with a break-in at a camp on Route 27. Deputy Chris Chase responded to the burglary reported at 12:40 p.m. More...

Literacy Volunteer board members confirmed

FARMINGTON — At the July meeting of Literacy Volunteers of Franklin & Somerset Counties two new board members were confirmed: Matilda Holt of Farmington and Cindie Norton of Industry. More...

New faces and positions at Wellness Pavilion

By Nick Leadley Special to the Irregular

RANGELEY — Big things are in the works in the world of health and fitness in the Rangeley region. More...

Home Visiting Week celebrated October 5 to 9

FRANKLIN COUNTY — Home visiting programs in Franklin County ensure parents have access to the most up-to-date parenting information and support in one of life's most challenging roles. More...

Hefty treasure

Bill Penfold of Oxford Auto Salvage looks at the old door of the boiler that once heated the Joneco Mill in a heap of construction demolition rubble. (David Hart photo) More...

CHURCH SERVICES

Calvary Bible Church Park St., Stratton, 246-4652, Pastor Bruce Townsend. (ch) Sun. School -9:45 am; Morning Worship Service - 11 am; Evening Service -6 pm; 1st Tues., Wed. More...

Fire starter

Jake Carlton uses a "magnesium match" to start a fire at a recent Franklin Search & Rescue training. (Steve Mitman photo) More...

Firemen's Ball planned

WELD — A Fireman's Ball —themed "Some like it hot!"— is planned for Sunday, Oct. 11, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Kawanhee Inn in Weld. Tickets are $10 per person in advance, $15 ay the door. More...

Haunted sites, volunteers wanted

KINGFIELD — Organizers of the Hooterville Hollow Haunted Hayride are looking for people to do sites or help them stage the event. Those interested can attend the site meeting Wednesday, Sept. 23, 6 p.m. More...

Ground broken on new Haley Pond Park

By Cynthia M. Pyle Special to the Irregular

RANGELEY — On Thursday, Sept. 3, at 1:30 p.m., ground was broken for the new Haley Pond Park on the former site of the Rangeley Fire Department. More...

Three arrested with calf moose shot in Kingfield

By Ann Bryant Special to the Irregular

KINGFIELD —- Three men were arrested Thursday night, Sept. 3, on charges of killing a young moose off the West Kingfield Road, said Sgt. Steven Lowell of the Franklin County Sheriff's Department. More...

Daughters of the American Revolution

Revolutionary War patriot honored

SKOWHEGAN -- Members of Eunice Farnsworth- Ruth Heald Cragin Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution gathered under umbrellas in the chilling rain from tropical storm Danny to lay two wreaths in memory of Gideon Parkman at his gravesite in t More...