2012-06-13

4X4 Jamboree returns



EMBDEN — The 27th annual New England 4X4 Jamboree will be held Saturday to Monday, June 30 to July 2 at Hunnewell Valley, between Embden and Kingfield. The events include a monster truck long jump, mud pull, drags, Wild Tuff-Truck competition, sand drags, radar runs and more. Day admission is $25 for adults, $10 for kids under 12 years of […]

Community breakfast set



RANGELEY — The next Community Breakfast, with everyone invited to attend, will be Wednesday, June 20 at Camp Do What You Wanna, Main Street, from 7 to 9:30 a.m. “Have a hearty breakfast at their outside area. Wear bug dope just in case those little critters haven’t moved on yet,” said Mary Henderson a spokesperson for the event. Anyone who […]

Becky Morin retirement party planned



CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Friends and coworkers ARE GIVING Becky Morin a send off party since she has decided to retire from NorthStar EMS / Franklin Memorial Hospital. The event will be held at the Carrabassett Town Park, Sunday June 24, from 1 to 4 p.m. Morin has worked in the emergency field for many years, has been employed with the […]

MRWA to study Kingfield wastewater rates



KINGFIELD — Kingfield Selectmen cancelled the public hearing to review increasing wastewater rates on Monday, June 4 after Maine Rural Water Association told them they could review the rates for no cost. The town had originally been quoted a cost of $3,500 to review the rate structure. MRWA received a grant which would defray the town’s cost. The town has […]

Jordan Excavation to repair Narrow Gauge Pathway



CARRABASSETT VALLEY — The Carrabassett Valley Selectmen approved Kingfield’s Jordan Excavation to repair the “S” curves of the Narrow Gauge Pathway washed out during Tropical Storm Irene. Jordan Excavation was the low bidder at $186,466. Other bids received were: Fenwick Construction, Kingfield, $196,435; Stetson & Watson, Pittsfield, $254,845; and Farley & Son, Rockport, $317,726. The engineer’s estimate for construction of […]

John Maynard retires



John Maynard is retiring from the Army and the American Legion is hosting a retirement ceremony for him this coming Friday, June 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the War Memorial in downtown Kingfield. The public is invited.

Summer Fair in Lexington



LEXINGTON — A “Summer Fair” will be held Saturday & Sunday, June 23 and 24, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days at the site of the History House located at the intersection of Long Falls Dam Road and Back Road. This event is sponsored by the Lexington/Highland Historical Society. Funds are being raised to complete the museum which […]

CORRECTION



Wrong street address In the June 6, 2012 issue of the Original Irregular, in the article, “Sen. Collins’ staff to hold office hours in Highland,” on Page 4, Highland Plantation’s Town Office is at 2185 Long Falls Dam Road. The information was submitted to the Irregular incorrectly. Dogs & burgers not provided In the May 30, 2012 issue of the […]

Garden club to meet



EAST WILTON — Mt. Blue Area Garden Club members will meet at Mary Green’s home at 253 Temple Road June 19, at 5:30 p.m. Members and guests are invited to come enjoy the beginning endeavors of Mary’s perennial gardens and the view of Pease Pond. Bring a box lunch, a lawn chair, and a plant to swap. Hostesses Jeannine LeVigne, […]

Book discussion lineup



RANGELEY — Books, Lines and Thinkers Bookstore recently released its lineup of reading for its summer book discussions. These discussions are open to all and are free of charge. Each meeting is independent of the others; attend the one or ones of your choice. Discussions are held at 6 p.m. at Loon Lodge on Pickford Street in Rangeley. Lodge management […]