Last winter, my son, Adam, and I completed a very stimulating climb of Mosquito Mountain near Moxie Pond in western Maine. From the summit, we enjoyed a spectacular view of Moxie Bald Mountain, a peak that dominates the opposite side of the pond. The wonderful view motivated a planned ascent of the exposed pinnacle later […]
2023
Posted inNation & World, New England, News
Skier triggers avalanche on Mount Washington, suffers life-threatening injury
While waiting for a helicopter, other skiers shoveled out an area on the slope so a paramedic and litter basket could be lowered down and have room to maneuver.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine, Review
Review: ‘Magic of Christmas’ a must-see mix of classic and contemporary music, plus some comic relief
In-person performances at Merrill Auditorium continue next weekend, when the Portland Symphony Orchestra concert will also become available on demand.
Posted inNation & World, New England, News
Snowfall, rain, gusty winds hit Northeast as Tennessee recovers from deadly tornadoes
A combination of heavy rain, snow, and wind is bringing threats of flooding and power outages to the Northeast.
Posted inSouth Portland Sentry, Southern Maine Weeklies
Age Friendly South Portland – Volunteers step forward for shoveling duties
Age Friendly South Portland recently announced that it will be able to shovel more snow for more people this year. Because we have had many more volunteers this year, we can reach out to help more people. Age Friendly South Portland offers snow-shoveling assistance to eligible residents over age 65. Our volunteers shovel a walkway […]
Posted inKennebunk Post, Southern Maine Weeklies
Pooch Parade canceled due to ‘mystery’ dog illness
The signature Christmas Prelude event did not take place because of a respiratory illness impacting dogs.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Southern Maine Weeklies
Obituary: Rita H. Daigneault
Rita H. Daigneault, a resident of Biddeford, passed away on December 3, 2023 at Seal Rock Healthcare in Saco. She was born on Feb. 19, 1935, to Adelard J. and Dorilla (Corriveau) Huot. Rita dedicated 42 years of her life as a bookkeeper and bank teller at Pepperell Trust Bank, contributing significantly to her profession. […]
Posted inCops & Courts, Maine, News
Lewiston shooter’s brain being studied for possible damage related to his Army service
Robert Card, 40, was an Army reservist who suffered a sudden shift in behavior this year before killing 18 people in Lewiston.
Posted inBiddeford-Saco-OOB Courier, Scarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
Obituary: Marcia Eileen Cote
Marcia Eileen (Nason) Cote, 75, of Biddeford, passed away in the early morning hours of Dec. 5, 2023 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. Marcia was born in Portland on June 16, 1948, a daughter of Virgie (Skillin) Nason and Warren Davis Nason. She grew up in the Bar Mills section of Buxton and attended Buxton […]
Posted inScarborough Leader, Southern Maine Weeklies
New 4-H Club cultivates community spirit at Scarborough Public Library
Scarborough Public Library launches a 4-H Club for youth, emphasizing community engagement, collaborative projects, and monthly meetings as a catalyst for positive youth development and lasting connections.