Just inside the gates of the Commonwealth Mall Gardens in Boston stands a simple bench. The small plaque on its side reads, “Erected 1931 By Massachusetts Department Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 1861-1865.” Engraved into the backrest, faded by 80 years of New England weather, are the simple words, “In Memory of […]
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Boxberry School holding open house
OXFORD — The Boxberry School will host an open house from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 301 Webber Brook Road. Teachers, parents and students will be available to answer questions. The school was founded in 2003 by a group of parents, grandparents and other caregivers committed to creating an environment of educational […]
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Oxford Hills youths are rooted in community
OXFORD — Early in the morning of July 27, Eva Gabrielson scooped a handful of dirt from the Alan Day Community Garden into a plastic bag, stowed it in her luggage and got ready for her flight. Gabrielson was joined by Brandon Nobles, Ian Allen and Rocky Crockett, the garden coordinator, as they gathered brochures […]
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Legion honors firefighter, policeman, EMT
OXFORD — In keeping with the American Legion values of Americanism and to help keep the post’s obligation to community, state and nation, Anderson-Staples Post 112 works with Oxford’s fire, police and EMT departments. The post recently met to recognize an individual’s commitment to his or her community and the American way of life. Post […]
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Standing Up, Speaking Out memorial vigils planned
LEWISTON — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Safe Voices is hosting Standing Up, Speaking Out, a series of memorial vigils across the counties they serve. The goal of these vigils is to honor those who have lost their lives to domestic violence, offer hope to those still facing abuse and support those who […]
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SCORE, AVCOG presenting business workshops
BETHEL — New business planning workshops will be presented by the Oxford Hills chapter of SCORE and AVCOG. Subjects will include business plan preparation, marketing, cash flow and financing. The $50 fee includes one person and business partner for the four-part workshop, which will be held at the following locations. * Telstar High School, Bethel: Begins […]
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Oxford Hills/Buckfield Adult Education lists classes
PARIS — The following enrichment classes will be offered this fall by Oxford Hills/Buckfield Adult Education. Tuesday, Sept. 27 Broadband Internet service, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost: $10. Tuesday, Oct. 4 Customer service, with Cheryl Lord, 6-8 p.m. $35. Electrical wiring for the homeowner, with Chris Summers, 6:30-8:30 p.m. $85. Intermediate bridge, with Marta Clements, 6:30-9 p.m. […]
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Adult ed to offer college transition programs
PARIS — Adults, often called non-traditional students, are returning to school in record numbers. The average age of students at Maine community colleges is 29. It is not uncommon to see people in their 60s and even 70s on campus. In this economy, many are realizing a degree is necessary to succeed in the current […]
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Oxford Hills School District strives to educate homeless students
OXFORD — Almost half of the 43 identified homeless students in the Oxford Hills School District are elementary school-age students, according to school officials. A total of 17 high school, four middle school and 21 kindergarten through grade six elementary students have been identified by the district as being homeless. “(I’m) not sure there are […]