COVID-19 has wreaked death and economic destruction around the globe. All communities have been impacted, even here in rural western Maine. Uncertainty abounds regarding the upcoming summer tourist season.
Here in Lovell, we have been living with a 'stay in place' order for more than a month and we still have a few more weeks before it may or may not be lifted. And even our beloved community institution, the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library, is feeling the pain. Over the past few days, the Board of Trustees has made the decision to close the doors, lay off all employees and suspend all operations.
Per their request, I am posting the Board's statement regarding their difficult decision with the hope that it can help get the word out to a large number of people. KezarLife is posting this statement but does so without advocating for closing the Library or keeping it open.
Please click here for a copy of the Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library's statement.