Greenwood

UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

Welcome to Greenwood!

The town of Greenwood was incorporated in 1816 and named after a local land surveyor, after the initially suggested name, Russia, was rejected. The town thrived with agriculture and lumber production, and these industries continue today with the addition of tourism. One notable resident of Greenwood was Leon Leonwood Bean, the founder and namesake of L.L. Bean.

Activities

Dunham Farm – Velvet Hollow Sugar Works 29 Dunham Rd, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 665-2967
- This amazing maple syrup farm regularly opens up for events and offers maple sugar products, honey, and their own gluten free baked goods!
Littlefield Beaches Campground 13 Littlefield Ln, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 875-3290
- This lovely campsite offers tent and RV sites, as well as cabin and RV rentals, a general store, a variety of onsite games and activities, and canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards!
Long Mountain Trail Vernon St, Greenwood, ME 04217
- This moderate, 4.4 mile round-trip hike to the top of Long Mountain offers sweeping views of Western Maine, a series of small trail-side waterfalls, and a short ladder section!
Maggie’s Nature Park 290 Greenwood Rd, Greenwood, ME 04255
- This 3.2 mile trail network offers an easy-to-moderate forested hike with several beautiful scenic viewpoints.
Mount Abram Ski Area & Bike Park 308 Howe Hill Rd #3112, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 875-5000
- As the winner of the 2012 Golden Eagle Award for Environmental Excellence, this mountain includes 51 trail and 5 ski lifts, along with lessons, rentals, many local lodgings, and even a child day care center, as well as their Westside Cafe and Loose Boots Lounge located in their two lodges!
Noyes Mountain 84 Richardson Hollow Rd, Greenwood, ME 04255
- This 2.3 mile trail network offers panoramic views from the Noyes Mountain summit as well as access to Harvard Mine, a popular site for finding Maine tourmaline!

Dining

Dunham Farm – Velvet Hollow Sugar Works 29 Dunham Rd Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 665-2967
- This amazing maple syrup farm also operates a gluten free bakery! Items available for order include cakes, cookies, bars, breads, granola, and frozen pizza dough.
The Local Hub 224 N Main St, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 875-0011
- This amazing community cafe offers breakfast and lunch, coffee and smoothies, beer and wine, a variety of local produce and other locally-made items, and fresh baked goods!
A variety of additional dining options can be found in nearby Bethel, Norway, West Paris, and Woodstock.

Lodging

Littlefield Beaches Campground 13 Littlefield Ln, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 875-3290
- This lovely campsite offers tent and RV sites, as well as cabin and RV rentals, a general store, a variety of onsite games and activities, and canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards!
Nick’s Mt. Abram Condo 9 C Condo Lane, Unit 23, Greenwood, ME 04255
- This beautiful townhouse condo is located steps away from Mount Abram and other outdoor activities!
A variety of additional lodging options can be found in nearby Bethel, Norway, West Paris, South Oxford, and Woodstock.

Shops & Services

Greenwood Bean 286 Howe Hill Rd, Greenwood, ME 04255 | 207-553-3952
- Local coffee roasters offering their blends and single-origin coffees from their roadside stand and online!
High Horse Stables & AlphaK9 Kennel 15 W Paris Rd, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 890-5281
- This family farm provides horse boarding, trail rides, and riding lessons, as well as raising adorable puppies for sale!
Maine Line Products 297 N Main St, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 875-2522
- Offering a variety of Maine-made products, including blueberry and maple products, novelty items, and balsam fir and wood products including the famous “Weatherstick!”
Northern Roots Grow Supply 9 Bird Hill Rd, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 875-2089
- Providing a full range of indoor and outdoor gardening supplies with friendly service!
Paaso Racing 303 Main St, Greenwood, ME 04255 | (207) 381-0417
- Offering high-quality performance upgrades and repairs for snowmobiles and motorcycles.

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