Two communities are working on getting their public skating rinks up and running for the winter season. In Gilford, the rink's getting a facelift, and in Franklin, there's one being constructed, to bring skating back to the city for the first time in three decades.

Odell Park

Volunteers have been working day in and day out to get the brand-new rink ready in Odell Park in Franklin, and Franklin Parks and Rec Volunteers Treasurer Kathy Fuller said it's looking promising to have skaters on the ice for a Monday, Dec. 15, opening.

Fuller, who along with Stu Smith has been leading the way to bring skating back to the Three Rivers City, is excited about the progress that has been made in an endeavor paid for by donors.

“We are putting water on it as we speak, and the tentative date is still a

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