This edition of ‘Snapshots’ shares the fascinating story of the daring capture of Paul Savarin, one of most diabolical poachers in the history of the Maine woods, by two resolute Maine Game Wardens. It appeared in the September 24, 1895, edition of the RANGELEY LAKES newspaper. We hope you enjoy this amazing true account and […]
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Celebrate Rangeley’s Orgonon Trails renovations
On Sunday, Oct. 5 at 2 p.m., Wilhelm Reich Museum board president Renata Reich Moise and executive director David Silver will lead an easy to moderate 2-mile walk on a loop of the red and green trails of the Orgonon Trail system, starting from the new Dodge Pond Road trailhead. This event celebrates the creation […]
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Now showing at Rangeley’s old Playhouse Theatre
Technicolor memories from 1950’s. And 10¢ popcorn
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Can you shed some light on where this photo was taken?
Correctly guess where this Mystery Photo for Sept. 21, 2025, was taken and you could win a $25 gift card to Hannaford Supermarket.
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Rangeley Junior Guides program wraps up 29th year
For 29 years, the Junior Maine Guides program has been at the heart of the Rangeley Region Guides and Sportsmen’s Association’s mission to connect kids with the outdoors. Starting with the Basic Group, campers ages 9 and 10 build the foundation of knowledge and confidence they’ll carry into more challenging adventures as Advanced Guides This […]
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Farmington courthouse bell tower closed for waste cleanup
The county administrator is looking for a long-term solution to keep animals and pests out of the tower and attic.
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Rangeley approves updated town plan, sign ordinance
The major points addressed in the updated Comprehensive Plan include housing, and land use and density changes in some areas.
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What to do in Rangeley: See a photo show, watch a movie and play bingo
Rangeley area happenings and events for Friday, September 12, through Thursday, September 25, 2025.
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Comedian Brian Glowacki returns to Rangeley Oct. 4
RANGELEY — The Rangeley Friends of the Arts (RFA) proudly hosts Comedian Brian Glowacki for one show only Saturday, Oct. 4, at 7 p.m., at the RFA Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main Street. General Admission tickets are available only at bglowcomedy.com. Enjoy a cash beer and wine bar and concessions before and during the show. The […]
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25 years of froggy fun in Rangeley
As the current organizer of the annual Frog Jumping Contest held at the Rangeley Blueberry Festival, I’ve had the pleasure of holding this event for 25 years, most recently on August 21. How it occurred that I’m the one marking this anniversary goes back to when my three sons entered this contest as kids. Judy […]