The Bridgton News
Election 2024 — State Senate District 18, Bennett vs. Miller. 10/18/24 • By Wayne E. Rivet Staff Writer Incumbent Richard “Rick” Bennett (Republican from Oxford) is facing a challenge for the State Senate District 18 from Linda Miller (Democrat from Bridgton) on the Nov. 5 ballot.
Switches flipped, Bridgton’s new wastewater system goes on line
Jan 12, 2024 · At 9:15 a.m., switches were flipped and Tuesday, Jan. 2 became a historic day in Bridgton. Few likely saw any real difference in town, but under the surface, a major change had occurred. Bridgton’s new $23.5 million wastewater system is now on line. Initial projections had the project completed in early December, but some supply delivery ...
Tear Cap: Place where creativity thrives | The Bridgton News
4 days ago · I want to prove that you can build a good guitar out of wood that is plentiful and sustainable. You don’t have to harm the Eco-system to do it,” Edney said. Tear Cap Workshops is located 22 Hampshire Rd in Hiram. For more information, check out tearcapworkshops.org Online or call (207) 625-3396.
Bridgton casts wide net to study harbor master
4 days ago · The Bridgton Select Board hoped to cast a wide net to lure a varied pool of applicants to serve on a committee to study options regarding use of a harbor master, as well as reviewing — possibly tweaking — an existing proposed Mooring Ordinance to present to voters at the June 2025 town meeting. The response was encouraging and greatly ...
Bridgton Comp Plan work gains extension; residents air concerns …
Sep 20, 2024 · Work is progressing on a new Comprehensive Plan, but new Community Development Director Nicole McKeith and Plan Task Force sees a need to seek more time to finalize the document. McKeith sought, and was granted, a six-month extension. The town’s contract with its consultant, Berry-Dunn, runs to ...
Election 2024 — State Senate District 18, Bennett vs. Miller
4 days ago · Incumbent Richard “Rick” Bennett (Republican from Oxford) is facing a challenge for the State Senate District 18 from Linda Miller (Democrat from Bridgton) on the Nov. 5 ballot. State Senate District 18 includes Bridgton, Brownfield, Denmark, Fryeburg, Harrison, North Fryeburg, Sweden, and Waterford. The News posed the following questions ...
Project taps history with a modern twist | The Bridgton News
Feb 17, 2023 · Huge wooden mills occupied spaces along Stevens Brook. Looking into the past at what Bridgton was, developer Justin McIver is tapping into local history to create a project that recaptures the old days but with a modern twist. McIver unveiled an ambitious project to the Bridgton Planning Board Tuesday night that would transform the old AG store ...
In Ye Olden Times: The Founding Auroras of 1819
4 days ago · Yet it remains a little-acknowledged fact in Maine’s history, that were born under a most auspicious star. It happened in 1819, when after six referenda held over several decades, finally the good people of Maine at last voted to separate ourselves from the mother state of Massachusetts; declaring the District of Maine was, and of right ought ...
You can guide Bridgton’s future, but community survey deadline is …
Mar 1, 2024 · By Wayne E. Rivet. Staff Writer. Did you know: 80% of survey takers see their transportation needs changing and would like access to a variety of transportation options.. 73% of Bridgton people feel protecting local natural areas is a top priority.. 60% say Bridgton should focus on creating and improving parks and community facilities.. 45% believe adding more restaurants, shops and ...
Steady flow of vaccinations at Bridgton Hospital
Apr 9, 2021 · By the Numbers. For the period of March 22-27, there were 560 vaccinations. • 49.9% of all vaccines given by Central Maine last week were between the ages 50 to 59. • 34.16% were between the ages 60 to 69. • 7.71% were between the ages 70 to 79. • 59.76% of the people vaccinated so far have received their second shot.