Our Towns: Skowhegan & Farmington

Oak Pond Brewing Company still going strong, and adding flavor

One of the oldest running Craft Breweries in Maine is right in the town’s back yard, owned by Nancy Chandler and her son, Adam— Oak Pond Brewing Company on Oak Pond Road in Skowhegan. The brewery is open from 3 to 5:30 pm weekdays, except holidays, for growler refilling, sampling and touring. The brewery is […]

Cold Brook Mitsubishi continues to hold its own in the auto industry

Joey Joseph, owner of Cold Brook Mitsubishi, said of his long-time automobile foothold in Skowhegan: “I’ve been doing this for 30 years.” Many people still think of it as Cold Brook Saab — the signs are still there on U.S. Route 201. When asked why someone should buy Mitsubishi, General Manager Rick Cook said, “It’s […]

Maja’s, where peace never goes out of style

Maja’s has a tie-dye sign hanging over 75 Water Street, Skowhegan with a peace sign that takes passersby back to the 60s and 70s. The desire for peace never goes out of style. The store’s owner, Judy Libby, says on her Facebook site that she is “Bringing a Positive Vibe to the Skowhegan area. Like-minded […]

Key Appliance offers local service for 25 years

Business open to a broad range of customers.

Bouffard’s business is a fixture in Farmington

More than 50 years in business.

Western Maine Play Museum is a child’s dream

The Western Maine Play Museum started as a little dream that grew bigger as interested people came aboard, then bigger when a family donated a big house, and even bigger when Upright Frameworks volunteered to renovate it at cost. The museum, with exhibits that appeal to children and parents alike, began with community interest queries […]

Franklin Savings Bank invests in the future

High school branch employs students.

Trisha Mosher named new leader at Franklin Chamber

Trisha Mosher is the new executive director of the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce. Mosher grew up in Temple and graduated from Mt. Blue High School. She and her family have been active participants in the Farmington Agricultural Society, especially during fall fair season. Her career path and training has led her to this point […]

Busy summer set for Skowhegan

Moose Festival, cheese, brews and bread are summer highlights in Skowhegan.