I was entering town and just passing the new Furbish House line, when a loon call echoed through the all-around, a greeting to my arrival and a welcome of harmony during my brief visit. It came again during the night through an open window, and all during the day, blending with the blue sky and […]
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.
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: It is with a heavy heart that I write this letter. After 39 years of owning property in Rangeley, I have sold my last camp. Sad, but it was time. Having lived in 3 states, my husband, Joe and I, knew we had found the perfect place to retire the first […]
World Travelers Agasi and Van Herck to Speak at RLHT
Rangeley, ME –On Tuesday evening, September 17th world travelers Zoe Agasi and Olivier Van Herck will share their world-wide adventure at the Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust. Their travels are quite different from what almost anyone else on the planet does. Starting in northern Europe in September 2016 they have spent the last 950 days traveling by bike, […]
The NRA and its mixed message
Go back many years ago. My phone rang at 4 a.m. That was not good news, and I knew it. Today, it would be no big deal because I would be on my third cup of coffee by then. I answered and there was a female on the other end screaming and sobbing. She knew […]
Thumbs Up/Thumbs Down
THUMBS UP to Mark Beauregard for being the only local business to make money from the Airport Extension construction! THUMBS UP to Mike Koob and crew for fixing our camper van when the water tank fell off. Because of your wonderful work we are headed out west for a month long trip! Thank you!
Franklin Saving Bank announces promotions at the Rangeley branch
Recent staffing changes at Franklin Savings Bank’s Rangeley branch have created an opportunity for a Rangeley native to return to her roots and another dedicated staffer to receive a promotion. Krista Melcher has accepted the position of head teller at the branch, a position that became open with the departure of a long-term Rangeley employee […]
RRG&SA Junior Guides Program – A great offering for our Community Youth
The twenty-second annual RRG&SA Junior Guides’ program had another exciting and well attended program this summer. Both the basic and advanced groups enjoyed hands-on indoor and outdoor experiences. A big thank you to all the volunteers who made this award winning program possible. Information on next summer’s Junior Guides Program will be added to the RRG&SA […]
Bishop Deeley’s Journeys Throughout Maine Offer Perspective, Fellowship, and Inspiration
“We will have communion,” answered Elijah. “And be confirmed,” added Elucia. “That’s right!” said the bishop. “Those are gifts. So that makes today a very special day.” Watching young people receiving first Eucharist and the sacrament of confirmation, joining them in communion with the Catholic Church and bringing them closer to Jesus and the Holy […]
Evergreen Golf Club Summer 2 Player Series
Finals of Evergreen Golf Clubs Summer 2 Player Series were held Sunday September 8 in an exciting 3 way playoff. the team of Steve Cornellio and Les Hoekstra came up on top with Peg Knox and Mark Whitehill as runners up. Jamie Sargent and Joe Montanero came in third.
Rangeley Adult Ed. Fall “Bucket List”
The following are the Rangeley Adult Education offerings for this Fall. Starting September 9th you may register for classes online at https://rsd9.maineadulted.org/. For additional information, or if you would like to join a class or offer a class please email [email protected] or call 207 670-5240. Class updates may also be found on Facebook at “Rangeley […]