Antique specialists Josh and Rachel Gurley appraise vintage valuables in a Buxton-Hollis Historical Society fundraiser Sept. 23 at the Brewster Barn in Buxton. The fundraiser saw a turnout of 55 people. Pictured in the foreground are Natalie and George Walsh of Hollis. Contributed / Buxton-Hollis Historical Society

Racoon positive for rabies

A racoon from Buxton tested positive for rabies on Sept. 15, according to a post on the town’s Facebook page.

“Maine’s Health and Environmental Testing Laboratory confirmed that a racoon from our town tested positive for rabies … Make sure to never touch an animal that is wild or unknown” and be sure pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations.

For more information on rabies, visit maine.gov/dhhs/rabies.

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