BAILEY ISLAND — Richard (Pat) Murphy of 2027 Harpswell Islands Road, Bailey Island (formally of 11 Tourmaline Lane, Auburn) passed away quietly at his home Wednesday, Aug. 8. Richard was born Sept. 22, 1921, in Lewiston. Richard graduated from Edward Little High School in 1939, and joined the U.S. Marines during World War II, serving in […]
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Maine Ski Hall of Fame announces Class of 2018
Becky Woods, the Bates College women’s ski coach who also chairs the Maine Ski Hall of Fame selection committee, has announced the Class of 2018. Six skiers and one historic figure will be honored this fall. This year’s honorees include two freestyle champions, a cross-country coach and pioneer retailer, a ski coach and race official, an Olympic […]
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On skiing: Maine skiing hall announces Class of ’17
Bates College women’s ski coach Becky Woods, who chairs the Maine Ski Hall of Fame selection committee, has released the names of the Class of 2017. These eight Maine skiers represent a broad spectrum of the sport, as competitors, coaches, area management and inspirations for all Maine skiers. The Hall of Fame, created in 2003, […]
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Titcomb Mountain manager recognized for ski industry career
FARMINGTON — Many exceptional skiers and riders find their start at Titcomb Mountain. Some find lifetime careers from their early days on the slopes and, in turn, give back to the ski industry. The year 2015 will always hold a special significance for two of those women who learned to ski and race at Titcomb […]
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David Carter named to Maine Ski Hall of Fame
Bethel native son David Carter was named to the Maine Ski Hall of Fame last week. David grew up on the Carter farm in Middle Intervale, and he and his wife Anne own Carter’s Crosscountry Ski Center in Bethel as well as Oxford. This recognition comes at a difficult time in life for the Carters […]
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Maine Ski Hall of Fame inducts 8 new members tonight
AUBURN — The Maine Ski Hall of Fame is inducting eight new members for their contributions to skiing in Maine. A sold-out induction ceremony and banquet is being held Friday at Lost Valley ski area. The Class of 2013 includes three US Ski Team members — one Nordic, one alpine and one disabled — an […]