A roundup of recurring bingo and cribbage games across the Jay, Livermore Falls, Farmington and Rangeley region highlights the growing popularity of these classic community pastimes.

Priscilla Mae Pineau, 77, a longtime children’s librarian at Jay-Niles Memorial Library, died Jan. 12, leaving a lasting impact on generations of young readers and the community she served.

Walden Renewables presented early plans during the Feb. 10 Jay Select Board meeting to develop a large-scale solar facility near the former Androscoggin Mill site.

The Livermore Falls Select Board gathered public input while reviewing an updated proposal for a retail cannabis moratorium, noting that any restrictions would not affect existing businesses.

A proposed mobile kitchen is expected to save Franklin County thousands by allowing inmates to remain at the Farmington jail rather than being boarded out while grease traps are replaced.

Poppy’s Redemption has begun construction of a new redemption center at 1885 Federal Road in Livermore following its relocation from Jay.

Jack Cuva, 9, of Farmington, has become a familiar and welcome presence at Saddleback, reflecting the mountain’s close-knit, family atmosphere.

The Jay-Wilton Police Collaboration Committee told the Wilton Select Board that challenges facing both departments make collaboration necessary and presented four service-sharing options during a recent meeting.

Rangeley Lakes Heritage Trust is hosting its Fresh Tracks Winter Event Series, offering free, guided outdoor activities on conserved lands throughout the region. Upcoming events include daytime and lantern-lit snowshoe walks on Tuesday, Feb. 17; and a wildlife tracking walk on Saturday, March 21. Some programs require registration. Full details at rlht.org/events.

The High Peaks Alliance will host an après ski social at Sugarloaf from 4-6 p.m. Friday, March 27, at the Bill & Joan Alfond Competition Center. Executive Director Brent West will speak at 4:45 p.m. about the group’s work to protect recreational access in Maine’s High Peaks, and light refreshments will be served.

Spruce Mountain Ski Area in Jay will host a free ski day on Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., sponsored by RCCM Cleaning Services. The event is open to the public and offers a full day of skiing at no cost.

A Farmington Fair board and planning meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 17, at the Farmington Town Office, with parking available in the rear; anyone interested can attend.

Jay-Niles Memorial Library will host a screening of George A. Romero’s 1968 film "Night of the Living Dead" from 5-7 p.m. Feb. 24, highlighting the film’s social themes and the impact of actor Duane Jones as a groundbreaking Black lead in horror cinema.

On Feb. 19, Treat Memorial Library will host a Magic: The Gathering event at 3 p.m., followed by Tails and Tales with a therapy dog from 4-5 p.m.

Hillside Sports Club will host its ninth annual ice fishing derby Feb. 28 on Long Pond in Livermore, featuring cash prizes, raffles and a full day of fishing activities.