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Food pantries need your donations! Please help!
Ed Mercer
Nov 4, 2025
"The Heartbeat of the Lakes ā Events, Eats & Everything In Between" |
November 11, 2025 |
NEW Digital Online Lakes Region Area Guide! |
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Founding Sponsor Shout Out - Pine Island Retreat
Plan some quality family time for next season, where the phones get put away, and yet the memories last a lifetime. Fall days are the best!
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āļø The Lakes Region is both a Home and Vacation Paradise. |
With the Lakes Region Area Guide Newsletter, get events, hidden gems, and local buzz delivered to your in box, whether you're locally here in Maine or as far away as Florida, New York or Texas! |
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Tucked along Route 302 in the heart of Naples, Maine, The Naples Barn is a beautifully restored 1785 post-and-beam treasure that blends history, charm, and creativity. Once a horse-and-carriage barn, itās now a beloved local spot filled with antiques, nautical dĆ©cor, and unique finds spread across two floors. The property also features charming Airbnb unitsāincluding a cozy stay in the barnās historic cupola, offering guests a truly one-of-a-kind experience. With its rustic atmosphere, spacious layout, and perfect location near Long Lake and the Naples Causeway, The Naples Barn captures the spirit of Maineās Lakes Regionāwarm, welcoming, and full of character. |
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Welcome our new Advertiser - Ru Merrill - Realtor! |
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Featured Business of the Week! |
Tucked along the peaceful shores of Long Lake, Rickerās Resort is a true hidden gem of the Lakes Region ā a family-owned retreat thatās been welcoming guests since the late 1960s. Over the years, itās grown into a warm, close-knit community of friends who quickly become family, surrounded by Maineās four-season beauty. With year-round access, Rickerās is as magical in winter as it is in summer. Guests enjoy direct snowmobile trail access, easy connection to Pine Island Resort, and a short drive to Pleasant Mountain for skiing and snowboarding before returning lakeside to unwind by the fire. When the weather warms, Rickerās comes alive with a private sandy beach, new pickleball courts, and plenty of space to kayak, swim, or simply soak in the glow of sunset over Long Lake. Itās the kind of place where time slows down, friendships grow stronger, and every season feels like home.
Contact us to start your advertising campaign! |
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A Roaring 20's Gangsta Gala! November 8th! |
176 Waterford Road Harrison at the Ronald St.John Community Center Benefits Tucker House Recovery Center
7pm Till........
BYOB - 20's Attire $25 pre event - $30 at the door Venmo - @Dinah-Aldrich
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Toddler Playgroup is Back! |
Join us on Mondays from 10:30 AM ā 12:00 PM for a relaxed morning of play, laughter, and connection. This free program is a great way for little ones to explore and make new friendsāwhile parents and caregivers enjoy time together too.
Website For Programs, Town Hall and Ice Rink Info: |
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7 Day Weather Forecast for Naples, Maine |
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Local Food Pantries |
 225 South High St. Bridgton, Me 04009 P.O.Box 207
(207) 318-4467
Pennirobbins06@gmail.com
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Feeding, Clothing and Serving. free meals, food boxes, free clothing, fuel assistance, resource referrals, Veterans and service to their needs are one of our primary focuses. |
P. O. Box 64, Naples, ME, United States, Maine
(207) 298-8041
crosswalkoutreach@yahoo.com
instagram.com/crosswalkcommunityoutreach
Delivery Ā· Contactless delivery
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Donations Here |
176 Waterford Rd, Harrison, ME, United States, Maine
(207) 647-3384
harrisonfoodbank@gmail.com
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Check your pantry, grab those extra cans, and bring them to any church in the Denmark area ā theyāll make sure donations reach the Cupboard.
Please share and spread the word!
You can leave it under the carport at Our Savior's and we'll pick it up tomorrow. Thanks! We appreciate the donation!
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Benefit Spaghetti Dinner for Amy Rollins |
Please come out Saturday November 15th 5-6pm to help support a local family in need. Fryeburg/Lovell VFW Aux #6783 10 Smarts Hill Road Lovell |
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CUB SCOUTS PACK 805 FOOD DRIVE "SCOUTING FOR FOOD". NOVEMBER 8, 9AM TO 1PM, SHAW'S WINDHAM
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Cub Scouts Pack 805 will hold its annual fall food drive "Scouting for Food" at Shaw's in Windham. The food drive will benefit the Windham Food Pantry and the Saint Ann's Episcopal Church Essential Pantry.
This the 40th anniversary of Scouting for Food. Started in 1985 by the BSA Great Saint Louis Area Council and adopted nationally in 1988 by Boy Scouts of America, Scouting for Food is America's largest, national one-day food drive.
Join us at Shaw's and help us Fill the Canoe before we deliver donations that afternoon.
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A Fundraiser to benefit Sweden Food Pantry! |
Our local food pantries are now, more than ever, in need of our support. Delta Masonic Lodge intends to help.
Saturday, proceeds from our monthly breakfast will be donated to the Sweden Food Panty.
Your donation will be matched with funds from the Maine Masonic Charitable Foundation, thus doubling your contribution.
Come join us.
Meet with your friends and neighbors while enjoying the best breakfast available in Lovell.
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Drone Photography Services |
See Your Property Like Never Before!Why let only real estate listings have all the fun? Whether you're showing off your vacation rental, need a smart way to document your property for insurance, or just want a jaw-dropping aerial photo of your lakeside homeāEd Mercerās drone photography is the way to go! šāØ One quick flight and youāll have stunning images that help book more guests, protect your investment, and give you a frame-worthy view of your favorite place on Earth. No for-sale sign neededājust a love for your property and a little sky-high perspective. |
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Health Tip of The Day |
Color Your Plate Nurse, Sue Cruikshank |
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Community Helping Tree Update! |
We are thrilled to share that 114 kids are apart of our Community Helping Tree!
 59 children have already been sponsored ā how incredible is that? That means we have just 55 children left who still need sponsors. Letās keep the momentum going!A heartfelt thank you to everyone in the community who has already sponsored a child (or more!). Your generosity is making a real difference.
Letās keep spreading the love and support ā together, we can reach every child!
 We have updated our list of children/families that are still looking for a sponsor! Please use this link to select a child(ren).
We're requesting all gifts be returned
UNWRAPPED to Rec Center By December 5th.
You may also have gifts shipped to
Oxford Rec if you prefer.
127 Pottle Rd, Oxford, ME 04270
Please put ATTN: Helping tree with child's number.
Please Email-
Cpirela@Oxfordmaine.org
Or
Klaird@Oxfordmaine.org
With the code youād like to sponsor.r
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You CAN do this!! Happy Thanksgiving! |
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Real Estate for Sale in Waterford, Maine |
$689,000
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Holiday Craft Fair November 8 & 9! |
Join the Windham Raymond Athletic Boosters for our Annual Holiday Craft Fair on November 8th and 9th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Windham High School.
Enjoy nearly 200 amazing vendors, homemade crockpot meals, concessions, and raffle opportunities.
This event is for the entire family. Bring kids to visit the craft corner and take pictures with Santa from 10a.m.-2p.m.
Vendors are welcome to share this post, however, to avoid confusion, we ask that you do not create your own event using our event information.
We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Here's a cute DIY idea!! |
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Annette's Country Skillet Diner |
Enjoy your dinner here but you can also stop in and Pay it Foward. We will start our wall to help anyone who is need of a hot meal of any sort. Open for Breakfast 7..1130 then Thanksgiving Dinner 1230..6 |
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The response has been unbelievable!! Thank you to all who have contributed so far! |
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The Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour |
This fun tour runs five weekends Sat/Sun in a row starting on November 22nd. sleighs frun from 11am-4pm. Held at The Snowflake Inn, 95 Main St. Jackson, NH, the tour includes the Sleigh Ride through Jackson Village, a Jingle Bell, a Festive Bag and home made chocolates! 978-580-0905 Jackson, NH is just over an hour ride from the Lakes Region of Maine. |
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Medicare Changes in 2026 You Should be Aware of! Medicare is making several changes for 2026 that could affect your coverage and costs. Premiums and deductibles will increase slightly across most plans, so expect to pay a bit more for doctor visits, hospital stays, and prescriptions. On the bright side, some prescription drug prices will go down as Medicare begins negotiating lower costs, and thereās a new option to spread your medication payments throughout the year instead of paying all at once. Some Medicare Advantage plans may adjust their benefits, provider networks, or coverage areas, so itās important to review your planās Annual Notice of Change this fall. Even if youāre happy with your current plan, take time during open enrollment to compare options ā a few small updates could save you money or help you keep your preferred doctors and medications covered.
This summary comes directly from official and reputable 2026 Medicare updates released by trusted sources, including:
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Founding Sponsor Featured |
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Quote Of The Day |
āPositivity is like the view from Pleasant Mountain ā the higher you climb, the better it gets.ā |
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November 11, 2025 |