“Everyone knows and loves Justin,” said parade organizer Joni Gordon as close to 100 vehicles roll in his honor.
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What will high school graduation look like in 2020?
Uncertainty churns SAD 17’s budget process as Directors approve plan to borrow $2.1 million for heating and refrigeration systems, and security upgrades.
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Community spirit feeds Oxford Hills
Several businesses, individuals and civic organizations continue to help Daddy O’s provide free meals in the Oxford Hills area during COVID-19.
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Good hair days are ahead!
Hair salons have been green lighted to operate in Maine’s first phase of re-opening the economy during the coronavirus public health emergency.
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Vegetable pots, plots and gardens are in demand
NORWAY — Food insecurity has become a new normal for many across Maine, thanks to COVID-19. With the rapid spread of the virus and the loss of commercial food service as restaurants, resorts and cruise ships have gone dark, processing plants have closed their doors, dairy farmers have been forced to dump milk and vegetable […]
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COVID-19 a boon for pet adoptions
PARIS — A surprising trend has emerged as families have taken to sheltering at home with parents being laid off or working remotely and kids suddenly experiencing education alone. Animal shelters and rescues are closed to the public but pet adoptions and fostering have skyrocketed. Responsible Pet Care of Oxford Hills is adopting out animals […]
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Oxford forwards budget to voters
The $6.12 million spending plan is about $360,000 more than this year.
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SAD 17 has its own version of Tony Orlando and … Rachel
PARIS — When SAD 17 kids sheltering in place need a diversion or a smile while they work through distance learning they can turn to music. They can “pop in” to Tony Orlando’s (not that one) Zoom class, take in some one-on-one instruction with Rachel Potter, watch one of the singing videos prompted by Rachel […]