Water and sewer charges are now being billed separately, which has caused some confusion among ratepayers.
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Residents in Bethel, Newry to see increase on tax bills
Officials in Bethel say the tax rate decreased but property assessments have risen over the past year; Newry officials say county taxes and road repairs are the reason.
Volunteers uncover local treasures while renovating Maine Room at Woodstock library
Four local women led the charge to organize the space that now houses books by Maine authors and books about Maine.
Youth cheering program builds momentum in Bethel
An official cheering program at Telstar High School isn’t in the works yet, but these kids hope their enthusiasm for the sport will spread.
Unexpected treasures can be found on the side of Maine’s roads
A guide to the Bethel area’s small-scale and specialty stands that sell everything from whoopie pies to dog leashes.
Bethel’s former Gracenote Inn and Spa sold for $1.8M
The transaction was not the most expensive residential sale in Bethel. 287 Tara Way sold for $2.1M on August 14, 2025
Telstar games and matches start this week
Sports schedules for the season are listed here
Take a moonlit hike, hit the Litchfield Fair, hear ‘The Killer’ and more | Get out!
Things to do this week in the area.
Gilead officials reduce budget by $107,000, ease tax burden
The mill rate has gone down 1.9% from the previous year thanks in part to budget cuts.
Family turns loss into lifeline with Woodstock sober house, Chris’ Haven
The scope of the work ahead at the sober house at 47 Old County Road is daunting. Marc Montplaisir is amazed by the number of volunteers who have come through the door; his mother, Mary Ellen, hopes more will follow.