Father and son unload a hay wagon at the Murch farm in Oxford.
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Act of hate ends up multiplying messages for tolerance
A message of peace and hope posted on a Norway lawn was vandalized. A pro-Trump banner in Oxford received equally poor treatment.
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Oxford residents request formation of historic preservation committee
Effort made to preserve 1830 Center Meeting House
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Oxford to form historic preservation committee
The move comes following debate about the value of the historic Oxford Center Meeting House and the risk of losing it to neglect.
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Oxford’s annual town meeting scheduled July 11
OXFORD — Selectmen voted to set the annual town meeting date for July 11. Even though social distancing restrictions on public gatherings of 50 or more people may still be in effect, Town Clerk Elizabeth Olsen was directed to hold that date and plan to accommodate a larger crowd. The meeting will be held at […]
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Oxford Fair remains on track for September opening
Organizers of the four-day agricultural showcase will wait until early August to make a final decision on whether state rules allow it to open.
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Oxford sets July 11 for annual town meeting
OXFORD — The annual Town Meeting will be held on July 11 after selectmen approved the date during their meeting Thursday night. Even though social distancing restrictions on public gatherings of 50 or more people may still be in effect, Town Clerk Elizabeth Olsen was directed to hold that date and plan to accommodate a […]
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Virus a big boom for consumer fireworks sales, big bust for commercial display companies
Central Maine Pyrotechnics sees revenue loss as municipalities cancel or postpone Fourth of July fireworks shows.
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Oxford’s Asselin to retire at year’s end
OXFORD — After a public service career spanning 45 years over three Maine communities, Oxford Town Manager Butch Asselin has announced his retirement. He will step down effective January 1, 2021. “It seemed like a good time,” said Asselin. “I’ll be 66 in August. I plan to evaluate what’s next and enjoy life going forward.” […]
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Oxford town manager to retire this year
Butch Asselin has been in public service for 45 years.