PARIS — Funding public education in Oxford Hills has become a monthslong challenge this year. Schools opened at the end of August, but the school budget is still unresolved after voters twice rejected it. The process has been complicated by rising costs, the abrupt closure of Agnes Gray Elementary School in West Paris because of […]
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Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Driver thrown from street sweeper in crash with tractor-trailer in Coplin Plantation
Further information on the victim’s condition was not available.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News
Suspect in Auburn dealership vandalism faces new charges after crash, police chase in Lewiston
He had been released from jail the day before when his bail was lowered from $5,000 to $150.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, News, Oxford Hills
Buckfield considers hiring firm to recover some Fire Department costs for services
Insurance companies would be billed for some services now paid by taxpayers.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime
Police investigate 2 shootings in downtown Lewiston
Another pair of shootings reported in downtown Lewiston where cars and at least one home were struck by gunfire Tuesday night.
Posted inFranklin, News, The Franklin Journal
With commitment not set, Farmington taxes will be due later than expected
The date taxes are to be paid must be 45 days after the tax commitment is made.
Posted inBethel, Oxford Hills, The Bethel Citizen
What to do with Bethel’s bicentennial bricks?
Bethel selectmen are looking for ideas from the public on what to do with dozens of commemorative bricks that used to pave the walkway in front of the Town Office.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, News, Oxford Hills, The Bethel Citizen
Oxford County Commission establishes advisory committee on opioid settlement money
Before any applications are reviewed, the committee will submit proposed application and review criteria to the commissioners.