Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust conserves, restores, and stewards the natural and historic resources of the Rangeley Lakes Region for the benefit of the community and future generations. RLHT has conserved over 22,000 acres of land since 1991, maintains 40 miles of hiking trails, and offers programs to connect the community to conservation. Learn more […]
Stephanie Dellavalle
Stephanie Dellavalle has been the general manager and editor of The Rangeley Highlander since 2013 and writes about the community and events in the area. A graduate of Hunter College in NYC, she and her husband are empty-nesters who live in the village of Oquossoc in Rangeley.
Vacation Land
I am not sure just what went wrong in my life journey. I do know I was not born with a silver spoon. I probably should not say what I am thinking. At times, I think my family just found me wandering the woods and took me in. They already had had seven kids, what […]
Hiking Guide for Rangeley, Maine’s Favorite Mountain- Saddleback
Saddleback is Maine’s third-largest alpine zone and second-most trafficked. With over 200 miles of 360-degree visibility on a bluebird day, most people climb the mountain for breathtaking views, but the real treat is what’s under your feet. The ridgeline is home to 3 miles of rare, and fragile alpine flora. There are less than 50 […]
Art Imitating Sonja
It’s official. Sonja Johnson has retired from Rangeley Lakes Regional School where she taught art and mentored students for 32 years. Her legacy spans generations and will continue well into the future. In fact, one of Sonja’s first students in Rangeley, Liz Thompson, will now be the art teacher for grades 6-12, while Skyela Burgess […]
Property Spotlight: Brand New Moosehead 4 Season Cedar Log Home
4 Eva D Lane – 4 beds 3 baths 2,500 SF- DAVENPORT FARM SUBDIVISION- A wonderful location for all 4 seasons. Easy access to ITS snowmobile and ATV trails, a short drive to Saddleback Ski Area and within walking distance to the village of Rangeley. Brand new and never lived in Moosehead cedar log home. […]
Not Just a Walk in the Park: An Interview with Patrick O’Neil, Director of Rangeley Parks and Recreation
Have you noticed the town park lately? With the swim dock almost completely finished, the new playground equipment in, and the overall improvements in landscaping, I think it looks better and more welcoming than it has in years. Sure, it might feel like it’s been a long time coming, but in my opinion, not only […]
2024 Annual Town Meeting Town Officer Results
Town officer election results: One member of the Board of Selectmen, for term of three years BEAULIEU, JACOB 147 THOMPSON, ETHNA 125 Two Park Commission members for terms of three years LALIBERTE, MICHELLE 217 SAVAGE, LINDSEY 213 One Park Commision member for term of two years WHITE, SAMANTHA 220 Two RSU#78 School Board members for […]
Weather…..or NOT!
I’m not sure who the audience is supposed to be for most National Weather Service “special advisories” in my area. Especially this one from last June, typical for the time of year when temps start creeping up like we might actually be rounding the corner from not still spring toward maybe a stretch of summer […]
When it’s time to eat in Rangeley & Oquossoc
BALD MOUNTAIN Camps Resort 125 Bald Mountain Rd. Oquossoc 207 864-3671 baldmountaincamps.com Enjoy dining on Mooselookmeguntic Lake with New England specials and full bar in historic and beautiful location. SEE AD ON PAGE 14 CLASSIC PROVISIONS Fine Food & Gourmets 2455 Main St. 207 864-2717 classicprovisionsrangeley.com Specialty breakfast & lunch sandwiches, homemade pastries, unique […]
Gallery Exhibit featuring Walter Mularz at the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery through July 16th
RANGELEY – The Rangeley Friends of the Arts will host an exhibit celebrating the works of Walter Mularz, titled, “My favorites” from his collection of travel photography at the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery, located in the lobby of the RFA Lakeside Theater 2493 Main Street in Rangeley. Gallery Hours are Tues-Sat 10am-2pm. Walter Mularz resides […]