PARIS — The Register of Deeds website will get a fresh look after Oxford County commissioners swapped data management companies in a move that should save taxpayers money. Commissioners on Tuesday night unanimously approved a bid from Liverpool, N.Y.-based Info Quick Solutions Inc. to redesign and maintain the county’s website, update computer equipment and track […]
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Winners of SMH wellness run announced
Nate McNutt of West Paris was the top finisher in the recent SMH Run for Wellness 5k with a time of 18:29. Kelly Brown of Lewiston was the first female to cross the finish line with a time of 20:11. Both received a $50 gift certificate to New Balance. The third annual race drew over […]
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This week’s agenda
Tuesday Casco: Selectmen, 6:30 p.m., Casco Community Center Hartford: Road Committee, 6 p.m., Town Hall Paris: Oxford County Commission, 6 p.m., courthouse Sumner: Selectmen, 7 p.m., Town Office Wednesday Buckfield: Planning Board, 6 p.m., Municipal Center Thursday Buckfield: Historical Society work day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., snacks will be served at 6 p.m. and […]
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Legassie is Veteran of the Month
PARIS — Richard W. “Frenchie” Legassie was named Veteran of the Month for June at the Maine Veterans Home on High Street. Legassie grew up in Sheridan and when he was 16 he went to work for Civilian Conservation Corps camps in Bridgton. On March 26, 1943, he entered the U.S. Army and was stationed […]
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Bowdoin College graduates
BRUNSWICK — During Bowdoin College’s 209th commencement ceremony held May 24, bachelor of arts degrees were awarded to students from 37 states, the District of Columbia and 15 countries and territories. The following students are from the area. Evelyn Sarah Dickinson of Bowdoin graduated with a major in biology and French. Riley McFarlan Eusden of […]
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Food preservation workshops in Paris, Lisbon Falls
FALMOUTH — UMaine Extension is offering hands-on food preservation workshops this month in Paris, Lisbon Falls, Falmouth and Kennebunk. Techniques for hot water bath and pressure canning, fermentation, drying of herbs, fruits and vegetables will be taught. The cost is $15 for materials. July 8, 2 to 4 p.m.: Refrigerator Pickling and Drying Fruits, Vegetables […]
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Oxford County firework vendors eye holiday haul
PARIS — The Fourth of July is Christmas time for Andre Vandenbulcke. Owner of AAH Fireworks in West Paris, Vandenbulcke said sales of pyrotechnics, which first became legal in Maine in 2012, will easily surpass 50 percent of their overall annual haul as revelers display their patriotic pride over the holiday weekend. “We want everyone […]
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Food Mobile in Paris on July 9
PARIS — The Food Mobile will be at the Thrifty Gift Shop parking lot from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at 659 Park St. An assortment of fresh produce, meats, breads and non-perishable items will be available. Bring a photo ID, proof of residency, proof of income and reusable shopping bags (if you […]
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AARP group to meet July 14 PARIS — The Oxford Hills Chapter of AARP will meet on Monday, July 14, at the First Congregational Church on East Main Street. Lunch will be served at noon and will feature ham and cheese quiche with a fruit plate. The cost is $6.50 and reservations are required by […]