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The definition of INSANITY! Do you know it?
The definition of INSANITY! Do you know it?
Check out Business of the week LRE ELECTRIC
Ed Mercer
Jan 6, 2026
"The Heartbeat of the Lakes — Events, Eats & Everything In Between" |
January 6, 2026 |
"The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results."
I'm sure you've heard this many times before, so have I. Service businesses are some of the hardest-working out there — but many rely on the same methods year after year: If nothing changes, results usually don’t either.
The service businesses seeing steady growth are the ones that make sure their name is easy to find when people are actively looking. That’s where the Online Lakes Region Area Guide comes in.
⏰ Launch pricing ends 2/1/2026 👉 [Lock In Launch Pricing Now]
See samples of ads that are "ready to go"! Is your business here? |
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NEW Digital Online Lakes Region Area Guide! |
Click on the image to see the 32 Businesses that are supporting our local Communities!! New updated cover photo! |
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Bridgton's Free Little Pantry - 2 Elm St. Bridgton |
This is a 24 hour access community pantry. Please take what you need and leave what you can! Please keep in mind Maine's extreme weather conditions (both hot and cold) may impact items placed in the pantry. We are focusing on "dry" goods. |
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YOU can be our next Business Advertised! |
☀️ 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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Crosswalk Community Outreach - CLICK HERENaples, Maine |
CrossWalk Community Outreach is neighbors helping neighbors, powered by caring local volunteers. We provide support that nurtures the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our community. With compassion as our guide, we aim to offer real help to those in need across Naples, Sebago, Casco, Bridgton, and Harrison—working together so our community can flourish.
SCAN IN THE QR CODE TO DONATE TO THIS WORTHY CAUSE! |
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See Your Business HERE as an Advertiser or Sponsor! |
📢 Ready to grow your business?
“Explore our advertising and sponsorship opportunities.” |
Contact us at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com |
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The Naples Barn is a treasure trove of new, used, vintage, and antique items. The store is filled to the brim with a wide variety of furniture, décor, and unique finds for customers to browse through. From modern pieces to retro classics, there is something for everyone at The Naples Barn. Whether you are looking to spruce up your home with some one-of-a-kind items or searching for the perfect gift, this store has it all. With a constantly changing inventory, customers are sure to find something special each time they visit The Naples Barn. |
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“Never Miss a Great Shot Again — On-the-Spot Camera Guidance in Your Pocket” |
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ChatGPT said:*See his Ad in The Lakes Region Digital Area Guide https://online.fliphtml5.com/bvpni/ruup/
Contact us to start your advertising campaign! |
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Community Spotlight - Lakes Region Area Guide |
We're GROWING!
I’m very grateful to be in a position to support our local businesses, and even more inspired watching them support each other.
Our Digital Lakes Region Area Guide now showcases 32 amazing businesses working together to make our community stronger.
Their dedication deserves a spotlight — and I’m proud to help give it to them!
Let’s keep cheering them on and supporting small businesses across the Lakes Region.
If you’d like to join the guide, contact me at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com
Sue Mercer
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7 Day Weather Forecast for Naples, Maine |
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Pleasant Mountain In Bridgton |
Vacation week is officially over and the sun is rising on a new week. Today we are dropping ropes on Fat & Happy and Riley’s Run for the first time this season. The East Side is also open from 9:30am-3:30pm. And tonight tickets are just $24 from 3:30pm-9pm for Monday Night Madness.
We’ll ski you out there.
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Founding Sponsor Shout Out - Pine Island Retreat
Plan ahead for the upcoming summer season! It's a new year and we're already seeing visitors inquiring about this unique property!
This past summer we topped out at 8 single adult-sized cots upstairs and 3 doubles downstairs (14 total), though we sacrificed some general amenities (sectionals, wardrobes, kitchen tables, chairs, etc.) But we had FUN!
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Inspirational Thought - 💙 “You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” Zig Ziglar |
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Real Estate for Sale in Sweden, Maine |
$465,000
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Drone Photography by Mercer Photography |
Remember when.....Remember when the weather was so nice you didn’t need a jacket — just sunshine and a little breeze? 🌤️ If winter’s been dragging you down, hang in there. Keep your spirits up. The cold won’t last forever — and before you know it, we’ll be back outside enjoying everything the Lakes Region does best: open water, green trails, sunsets, and those long, easy days we wait all year for. Spring always finds its way back here. And when it does, it’s worth the wait. 💙  
 Photo by Ed MercerIf you love our small towns and local businesses, subscribe free to the Lakes Region Area Guide Newsletter and never miss what’s happening around the Lakes Region.
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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 · 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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2081 Main St. Lovell, Maine. (207) 542-7239 |
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Health Tip of The Day |
Shop in all of the outside lanes - it will help you stay focused on your health! Nurse, Sue Cruikshank |
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Fryeburg is stepping it up! |
If you are in need, please visit the Fryeburg Town Office. |
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Founding Sponsor Featured |
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January 6, 2026 |