Historical society PARIS — The final meeting of the Paris Cape Historical Society for 2011 will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at its museum at 77 High St. The final open house will also be held that day, from 1 to 4 p.m. The public is welcome to come and celebrate as […]
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Thanksgiving feast LEWISTON — On Wednesday, Nov. 23, at noon, area families will combine resources in order to celebrate a Neighborhood Thanksgiving Feast. In the spirit of that first Thanksgiving, the varying dishes will reflect the rich heritage of both old and new residents here in Lewiston. Neighborly sharing will also enable families to enjoy […]
Capital improvement projects listed for Buckfield
BUCKFIELD — Town Manager Glen Holmes advised selectmen Tuesday night of his proposed capital investment plan for 2012-13. It includes $17,948 for the Municipal Center, $66,500 for Public Works and $46,900 for Rescue. Holmes also informed the board of the results of a survey on town services sent with tax bills. About 800 surveys were […]
At Oddfellow Theater Maine’s own late-night talk show will sign off after 14-year run
BUCKFIELD — The Oddfellow Theater will present its final “The Early Evening Shows” — the second show ever performed at the theater in May of 1998 and a mainstay ever since — on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 25-26. Through the years the show has seen four co-hosts, Randy Judkins, Amanda Huotari, Amy Latham and Jason […]
Androscoggin County prevails in workplace lawsuit
AUBURN — A jury Thursday ruled in favor of Androscoggin County in a civil suit filed by a former jail guard. Lisa Levesque of Buckfield alleged Sheriff Guy Desjardins and his second-in-command at the jail retaliated against her because she complained about a plan to move an abusive supervisor to a day shift. On the […]
County prevails in civil suit filed by former corrections officer
AUBURN — A jury Thursday afternoon ruled in favor of Androscoggin County Sheriff Guy Desjardins and his second-in-command in a civil suit filed against them by a former employee who alleged they retaliated against her after she complained about a plan to move an abusive supervisor to work a day shift. After a four-day trial […]
Adult education lists classes
PARIS — Oxford Hills/Buckfield Adult Education is offering a variety of classes through the month of November. Thursday, Nov. 3 Basket weaving, with Bunny Pratt, 5-8:30 p.m. $35. Must sign up early. Relationships, with Chris and Paula Easton, 6-8 p.m. $25. Monday, Nov. 7 Managing digital photos, with Clyde Clark, 5:30-8:30 p.m. $50. Thursday, Nov. […]
What drives you crazy? Tailgaters, lane changers, control freaks, wide turners and lapdog lovers top the list.
The man in the truck was outraged. His face went the deep red shade of the seven ball on a pool table. Veins throbbed in his neck and at his temples. The muscles around his jaw throbbed like fists beneath his skin. His own hands were in the air, shaking and pointing at the object […]