One of the most unique bike trails in Maine is the historic Narrow Gauge Pathway in Carrabassett Valley. The trail follows the former Kingfield and Dead River Railroad bed used to convey logs to a sawmill situated in Bigelow at the northern terminus of the railway in the early 20th century. Disuse resulted in discontinuance […]
Carrabassett Valley Maine
Eustis man killed in head-on collision in Carrabassett Valley
Joshua Farnsworth, 42, of Stratton Village was pronounced dead at the scene after his pickup truck crossed the centerline and struck another truck Friday afternoon on state Route 27.
Seniors Not Acting Their Age: Nordic skiing Narrow Gauge Pathway
When the Penobscot Paddle & Chowder Society winter outings schedule was planned last October, I volunteered to coordinate a Nordic ski trip at a location to be determined on Jan. 15. At the time, it seemed reasonable to expect there would be several options to choose from. Not this winter. Acceptable snow for Nordic skiing […]
Maine DEP approves expansion of Sugarloaf’s West Mountain
Key approval sets the stage for $104 million project.
Carrabassett Valley board conditionally approves final subdivision plan for Sugarloaf expansion
The West Mountain expansion proposal is still under permitting review at the state level.
Carrabassett Valley board allows smaller parking spaces for Sugarloaf West Mountain expansion
The parking spots size will need to be a minimum of 9-foot by 18-foot rather than the town required 10-foot and 20-foot size.
Sugarloaf Mountain development application awaiting final approval
Decisions on state permits are anticipated in the next few weeks.
Sugarloaf expansion on western slope gets preliminary approval
Boyne Resort proposes building condos, townhouses, ski trails and a high-speed lift on 450 acres.
Oakland man dies in motorcycle crash on Route 27 in Carrabassett Valley
Alan Rose, 37, and his motorcycle went airborne Saturday after the bike hit an embankment.
Sugarloaf hosting U.S. Alpine ski championships in 2022
This winter’s national championships will take place at the Carrabassett Valley resort a month after the Beijing Olympics.