Center hosting knitters, sewers OXFORD — Knitters or sewers are invited to bring projects to work on and socialize at 6 p.m. Tuesday nights at the Oxford Community Center. There are plenty of outlets for portable sewing machines. There will also be people there to teach knitting, how to work with different size needles or […]
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Events will mark congregation’s centennial
PARIS — The centennial of Trinity Lutheran Church is being celebrated this summer. One hundred years ago men and women traveled to the area from Finland to start a new life. They quickly settled into farming and raising their families. They also brought their faith in God, and before they were fully settled, with few […]
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Well done
SMITHFIELD, R.I. — Bryant University held its 149th Commencement on May 19. Among the graduates are the following local residents: Matthew Madeira of Rangeley, Bachelor of Science in business administration in finance, magna cum laude Peter Mariner of Auburn, Bachelor of Science in international business in computer science. BURLINGTON, Vt. — The following area residents […]
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Well done
FORT KENT — One hundred sixty-nine students received degrees at the 130th commencement exercises at the University of Maine at Fort Kent. Stephanie Chick, senior class representative, addressed her fellow graduates. Chick is from Lisbon and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in environmental studies. Other area graduates were: Durham: Robert T. Mooney, Bachelor of […]
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Oxford County arrest log
PARIS — The following arrests were logged at the Oxford County Jail: * Brent J. Conley, 21, of Paris, June 13, violation of bail condition, Norway Police Department. * Michael A. Girardin, 49, of Oxford, June 14, obstructing a public way and disorderly conduct, Oxford Police Department. * Joshua M. Hovan, 23, of Norway, June […]
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R. Lorrain: Police department merger worthwhile
I encourage the citizens of Paris to support the proposal to merge the police departments of Paris and Norway for a one-year trial period. A recent presentation by Chief David Verrier and Chief Robert Federico, in support of the merger, explained potential cost savings, as well as the need to provide a better, more efficient […]
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Wanted: Big trees and Black Oxford apple trees
OXFORD — The Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District are holding the 2012 Oxford County Big Tree Contest. Beginning June 15 and continuing through the summer, OCSWCD is seeking help to find the biggest native trees in the county. Results will be sent to the Maine Forest Service to see if Oxford County can […]
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Norway approves $2.7 million budget at town meeting
NORWAY —Voters approved a $2.7 million municipal budget, an updated rental and street vendor ordinance and gave provider agencies another $5,000 at the annual town meeting Monday night. About 75 voters, who met in the Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in Paris, approved the 46-article warrant in about 90 minutes with little discussion. Voters OK’d […]
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Library, community sale MEXICO — The Mexico Public Library will hosting sale on Saturday, June 23, from 8 a.m. to noon, in the area beside and behind the library. In the event of rain, the sale will be held indoors. In addition to the sale of used books, videos and baked goods, the library extends […]