Ed Mercer
Oct 6, 2026
"The Heartbeat of the Lakes — Events, Eats & Everything In Between" |
October 6, 2026 |
We’re excited to welcome GGB Earthworks, LLC of Fryeburg as one of our newest advertisers — and they’ve joined BOTH the Lakes Region Area Guide and the Mount Washington Valley Area Guide!
Serving both the Lakes Region of Maine and the Greater Mount Washington Valley area, GGB Earthworks provides excavation and dirt work including house lots, driveways, garage slabs, underground utilities, septic systems and more.
 We’re especially happy to have GGB Earthworks become part of a growing group of local businesses that believe in supporting and promoting one another.When one local business supports another, it helps ALL of us. It keeps our communities connected, introduces people to businesses they may not have discovered otherwise, and helps our many small, locally owned businesses stay visible and continue to grow.
That’s what our Area Guides are really about — LOCAL BUSINESSES HELPING LOCAL BUSINESSES!
 Check out GGB Earthworks’ new ad — along with all of our other great local advertisers — in BOTH guides! Lakes Region Area Guide: Mount Washington Valley Area Guide:Are you a local business owner interested in becoming part of one — or BOTH — of our Area Guides?
Contact Sue at Lakes Region Marketing and I’d be happy to tell you more about joining us!
SHOP LOCAL • HIRE LOCAL • SUPPORT LOCAL |
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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! Maine Real Estate Choice has renewed for the Lakes Region Area Guide! We’re so happy to announce that these businesses have already renewed for another year: ⭐Anne Plummer - Maine Real Estate Choice - Naples 207-693-5200
A huge THANK YOU to all of our renewing businesses 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!! TODAY IS SENIOR CITIZEN DAY - FREE ADMISSION! |
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 |
Sharing a few highlights from Friday night’s All New England Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off!
 Topsfield’s own Woody Lancaster took home the night’s top prize with a whopping 2,598-lb. pumpkin! After 30 years of growing, Woody is retiring—and what a way to go out on top!  |
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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 — OBERG INSURANCE & REAL ESTATE 🌟 |
This week we’re proud to feature Oberg Insurance & Real Estate of Bridgton, a family-owned Lakes Region business serving our community since 1934! For generations, the Oberg name has stood for honesty, trust and personal service. Whether helping someone buy or sell a home, their experienced Realtors® truly look out for their clients’ best interests and work hard to make sure they feel informed and confident every step of the way. ❤️ A special THANK YOU to Oberg for supporting the Lakes Region Area Guide, our small business, and all the other small local businesses in our community. That support means a lot to us! ❤️ SHOP LOCAL • HIRE LOCAL • SUPPORT LOCAL Be sure to check out their ad in the Lakes Region Area Guide: And remember — when you need specialty service, 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 Brownfield, Maine |
$1,350,000
5 Acre lot
65 Corn Hill Rd. Brownfield, MEContact: Carol Chaffee 207-240-1641 EXP 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! When you want to show your property in it's best light and show the whole surroundings, this is where a Drone can capture all of the intricate details that make you home stunning! Contact Ed for the best drone photography! www.mercerphtography.com |
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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
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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
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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 |
October 6, 2026 |