Ice-out was called Wednesday, April 28, and fishermen were quick to get their boats out on the water for the first casts of 2026.
Quentin Blais
Staff Writer
Quentin Blais, an Illinois native, is the community reporter for the Rangeley Highlander. He covers Rangeley and the surrounding towns in northern Franklin County. Quentin studied photography and journalism at DePaul University in Chicago. He's excited to venture into Maine's outdoor recreation opportunities and dig a bit deeper into rural Maine life.
Posted inMaine, News, The Maine Forecast
Maine’s fifth season is well underway, and it’s messy
Even on the gloomiest, rainy day, Mainers still find the light during mud season.
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Posted inCommunity, News, Outdoors
King of the Mountain race closes out ski season at Saddleback
The annual event brought more than 1,000 to the Rangeley mountain for a snowmobile race to the summit.
Posted inCommunity, Health, News
Domestic violence an ‘absolute emergency,’ say Maine victim advocates
In Farmington and Carrabassett Valley on April 22, Finding Our Voices hosted events to highlight domestic violence awareness — inspired by the death of woman killed March 8.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Food & Dining, Guides, News
Here’s where to grab a bite in the Rangeley area this mud season
As activity slows down for mud season, many businesses close their doors for a while. Below is a list of restaurants that are open and serving meals around northern Franklin County this spring.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Maine, News, The Maine Forecast
Rural Maine airports look to upgrade services, infrastructure
Carrabassett Valley is seeking over $5 million in federal grants for renovations.
Posted inBusiness, Community, News
Construction starts on Rangeley workforce housing
The development will provide 18 units aimed at full-time residents in a town where short-term rentals rule.
Posted inCommunity, Guides, Maine, News, Outdoors, Things to Do
Here are 7 scenic overlooks in the Rangeley region you don’t want to miss
As the weather warms, you may be ready to get out of the house. Scenic turnoffs may be the answer for you if you don’t want to get your feet muddy.
Posted inCommunity, News
Chicks and ducks and geese better scurry in Rangeley
The flocks of Grasshopper Hill Farm don’t mind the morning chill when food is at play.
Posted inCommunity, Health, News
Study group explores possibility of Rangeley-run EMS service
Fire Rescue Chief Mike Bacon told the Select Board on March 24 that as Rangeley grows they need to look at all options.