BRISTOL, R.I. — The following local residents are among those to be named to the Roger Williams University dean’s list for the fall 2013 semester. Alexandra Landry of Wales, majoring in accounting Jacob Weeks of New Gloucester, majoring in global communication Sarah Smith of Wilton, majoring in graphic design communications Melora Lavoie of Poland, majoring […]
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Paris selectman raises concerns with school oil tank
PARIS — A member of the Board of Selectmen has expressed concerns about the structural integrity and safety of an oil tank and concrete bunker at Paris Elementary School. Specifically, it is the build up of rust on the 11,000-gallon tank that worries Selectman Sam Elliot. “We’re really concerned, because it is not a good setup,” […]
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Paris Selectmen approve purchase of new command vehicle
PARIS — Selectmen have authorized the purchase of a new Fire Department command vehicle, rather than dump more money into the 10-year-old SUV it uses. The 2004 Ford Explorer was originally purchased by the Police Department and turned over to the Fire Department in 2008. According to Town Manager Amy Bernard, the SUV is only worth […]
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Selectmen ask for input on zoning rules
PARIS— Selectmen are asking for citizen’s comments on a proposed land-use ordinance by no later than Thursday, Feb. 20. A forum on the proposed Land Use Ordinance, three years in the making, produced a divided response among the 30 residents who gathered on Feb. 3 for the first round of questions with selectmen and members of […]
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Mini golf to be part of Noway-Paris fishing derby
NORWAY — As part of the the Norway-Paris Fish and Game Fishing Derby on Norway Lake on Feb. 22 and 23, Oxford Hills Christian Academy has created a golf course that is open to the public. The cost to play the course will be $5 per person. There will also be a contest for the […]
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Paris board again votes down Jamison appointment
PARIS — The Board of Selectmen, in a split vote Monday, again rejected an application to the town Budget Committee by controversial former committee member Janet Jamison. Selectmen voted 3-2 against appointing Jamison, who lost her seat on the committee last October after selectmen said her behavior as a committee member was disruptive and inappropriate. According […]
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Paris administration reaches out to business community
PARIS — The Town Office is reaching out to the business community for input on ways the town can support businesses and encourage further economic development. “Without strong businesses like yourself, no community can survive and prosper,” Town Manager Amy Bernard wrote in a letter to business owners last week. “We would like to hear more […]
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McLaughlin Garden announces lecture series
PARIS — The McLaughlin Garden and Homestead announces its 2014 lecture series. The first presentation will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, when Carol Cotrill, president of the Maine State Beekeepers Association, will discuss “Bees and Beekeeping – Why They Matter.” Cottrill of Rumford serves as the secretary of the Western Maine Beekeepers […]
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Paris selectmen: Kimball’s behavior ‘unacceptable’
PARIS — Selectmen have signed and sent a formal letter of reprimand to Rick Kimball, whose behavior as a member of the Norway-Paris Cable TV board of directors has come under fire in the past month. The letter comes in advance of next week’s joint meeting between Paris and Norway selectmen to address concerns with […]