• Suggestions sought for guide to manners for first graders

    I have mailed off my four books and 12 short stories and run out of ideas. My daughter, Michelle, stirred up my interest when she suggested my writing a  good manners book. Therefore, I am planning to write a short Good Manners Guide for first-grade children. ... xx
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  • Need to protect small local businesses

    We are pleased to see Breau’s Too doing a brisk business in their newly renovated space. It’s great to see activity after the building had been vacant for so long. Not having to drive to Bethel for food and gas is very convenient (we hope they also bring back movie rentals!). As happy... xx
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  • Presentation on study of rail line extension

    There has been much discussion in the media about the extension of passenger rail to Lewiston, Auburn and beyond. The Maine Department of Transportation has funded a study entitled “The Lewiston/Auburn/Montreal Passenger Rail Feasibility Study,” and a presentation of that study will b... xx
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  • Lost opportunity for Bryant Pond

    It is great to see a newly expanded Breau’s Too in Bryant Pond Village. The store and restaurant will bring needed goods and services to the community and provide a place where people can socialize over a cup of coffee and some food. While at almost the same time as the new Breau&rsq... xx
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  • Moore Park Art Show thanks

    The Moore Park Art Show Saturday, Aug. 14, was a wonderful success. The arts were beautiful, diverse and of great quality. The entertainment by Mary Hargreaves, Zumba dancer Elaine Pratt, Poet Timothy Richardson and Guitarist Denny Breau was engaging and fantastic. The fine fare provided by Roost... xx
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  • Crockett to the rescue

    It looked as though my concept of a Burma Bridge from Bethel Outdoor Adventure and Campground out to Hastings Island was headed for oblivion. The planning process in town had forced us to consider all questions, including that of ADA compliance. Wheelchair accessibility, in other words. The Maine... xx
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  • Mobility devices sought

    The Rotary Club of Bethel, in conjunction with the other 39 Rotary clubs in local Rotary District 7780 is collecting “mobility devices” to send to victims of polio, land mines, earthquakes, birth defects and other physically debilitating circumstances. Cooperating with Crutc... xx
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  • "Footprints of Billy" fundraiser Saturday

    We are pleased and astounded with the response by local merchants and individuals who have contributed gift certificates, merchandise and cash donations for th... xx
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  • Derby Snack Shack needs aid

    To the Editor: The West Paris Down Hill Derby is something we should all be p... xx
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  • Harvestfest Sept. 18

    To the Editor: What do delicious Maine baked potatoes, mouth-watering chowders,... xx
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