Ed Mercer
Sep 22, 2026
"The Heartbeat of the Lakes — Events, Eats & Everything In Between" |
September 22, 2026 |
You Can be Part of This!! |
 Our Newly Designed Lakes Region Area Guide is Here!We’ve given the Lakes Region Area Guide a fresh new look — designed to make it easier and faster to navigate and discover the wonderful local businesses that serve our communities.
Instead of searching through the Guide town by town, our new design makes it easier to browse by category with a "clickable" Table of Contents — so whether you’re looking for a restaurant, contractor, realtor, shopping, lodging or local service, you can quickly find what you need.
The Guide is:
 Available online 24/7 Easy to view on your phone, tablet or computer Organized to help you find local businesses faster Updated throughout the year FREE for everyone to use!Most importantly, every time you use the Guide, you’re helping support the small, locally owned businesses that make Maine’s Lakes Region such a special place.
 Check out the newly designed Lakes Region Area Guide here:Please share it with your friends and help us spread the word about shopping, dining and doing business LOCAL!
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🎉 CAN YOU BELIEVE IT’S ALMOST BEEN A YEAR? |
It’s hard to believe that the Lakes Region Area Guide is approaching its first anniversary — and what a year it has been! What started as a new idea to help connect our local businesses with residents and visitors has grown to more than 60 advertisers, weekly promotion through our newsletter and Facebook, and now the beginnings of our Mount Washington Valley Area Guide, which continues to grow!
❤️ And now…it’s renewal time! We’re so happy to announce that these businesses have already renewed for another year: ⭐ Carol Chaffee, Realtor — www.carolchaffee.com ⭐ Deb & Jeff St. Cyr - Dirty Bristles — dirtybristles.com
A huge THANK YOU to each of them for continuing to support the Area Guide — and, just as importantly, for supporting and promoting our local business community. 🍂 And there’s something new to see! The Lakes Region Area Guide has been newly redesigned, making it even easier to browse by category and discover great local businesses. 👉 Check out the newly designed Guide and look for the businesses above — along with dozens of other local businesses — inside!
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Fryeburg Fair!! |
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 THRU
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2026 FRYEBURG FAIR IS A NON PROFIT 501(C)(3) 1154 Main St. Fryeburg, ME
fryeburgfair.org(207) 935-3268 |
Safe Homes, warm Hearts, Brighter Tomorrows! |
Folks… we’ve done it… we have a winter plan for the homeless granny’s! |
🚨 In the Works: The Mount Washington Valley Area Guide! We're excited to announce that we're currently building our new Mount Washington Valley Area Guide. Modeled after our successful Lakes Region Area Guide, this online flipbook will highlight local businesses, restaurants, attractions, lodging, shopping, services, and things to do throughout the Valley. Preview the new guide: View our current Lakes Region Area Guide: Interested in advertising? We'd be happy to create a complimentary sample ad for your business. Just send us a message! |
🚀 Need a Website That’s Ready to Go? |
I design clean, professional websites for local businesses—with engaging copy, strong visuals, and easy navigation that helps visitors quickly find what they need. Your site can be designed, connected to your domain, and live within a week (once I have your info). Simple. Stress-free. Launch-ready. ✨ Built with care If you want a website that actually represents your business—and you want it done right—let’s talk. Message or email me to get started. lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com |
⭐ Business of the Week – AM Enterprises, LLC |
This week we’re happy to spotlight AM Enterprises, a local excavation company serving Harrison and the surrounding Lakes Region communities. From excavation and site work to property projects that require the right equipment and experience, AM Enterprises is ready to help get the job done. We’d also like to give them a big THANK YOU for being part of the Lakes Region Area Guide and for supporting our local business community! ❤️ Be sure to check out their ad in the Lakes Region Area Guide: And remember — when you need work done, support the local businesses that support our community! Interested in becoming an advertiser and reaching more local residents and visitors? Contact Sue at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com for information. information. |
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New Featured Home for Sale in Fryeburg, Maine |
$692,000
9.2 Acre lot
551 W Fryeburg Rd. Fryeburg, MEContact: Pam Sessions (207) 740-6351 Kezar Realty |
Rocktoberfest 2026! October 10, 2026 |
If you would like THE NAPLES, MAINE ROCKTOBERFEST & NIGHTMARKET sponsorship information, please message us or send an email to events@townofnaples.org! There are some very unique and exciting opportunities!
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Music at Captain Jack's at Naples Marina
OCTOBER MUSIC |
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Pay it Forward in Our Lakes Region |
One of the things that makes our community so special is how we support one another. Some local businesses are thriving, while others may be going through a slower season. Sometimes, a small gesture can make a big difference. If your business is doing well, consider “paying it forward” by sponsoring a local business in the Lakes Region Area Guide. For $300, they’ll receive a full year of visibility through the Guide, our newsletter, and local Facebook groups—helping them get seen and supported within the community. No pressure at all—just an idea rooted in community. If you’d like to help another local business, reach out to Sue anytime at lakesregionmarketing@gmail.com. Because when we support local businesses, we all grow stronger together. |
Mercer Photography - DRONE! This photograph shows an amazing view of Fryeburg Academy! Fall colors are coming through and there are beautiful sights everywhere! Don't miss the Fryeburg Fair October 4th - October 11th! www.mercerphtography.com |
Please share with friends, we need help with this, mostly picking up fallen branches and pruning. |
Town of Bridgton |
Town of Naples |
Local Weather... |
7 Day Weather forecast for Naples, Maine Some showers - hopefully they don't last too long! |
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“Never Miss a Great Shot Again — On-the-Spot Camera Guidance in Your Pocket” |
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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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September 22, 2026 |