Homeowner Norman ‘Bo’ Thompson said he will appeal the Select Board’s decision to demolish his Oxford Street house and barn, saying he was making an effort to clean up his property.
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Oxford Hills educators threatened over social media posts
An Oxford resident addressed school board members in Paris about children seeing online posts made by district staff.
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Farmington board decreases valuation on former Ingalls school
The owner says the assessment is still too high and is planning to appeal.
Posted inLocal News, Maine, Rumford Falls Times
Rumford youth nicknamed Doogie Howser as he shadows doctors, nurses at hospitals | Face Time
Alex Laigle spent time with health care professionals at Rumford Hospital and Central Maine Medical Center as part of his senior project while he plans for career in medicine.
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Vice chair resigns from Paris Select Board
The town manager will seek a special election to complete the remaining nine months of Matthew Brackett’s term.
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What’s happening in the Oxford Hills
workshops, webinars and talks
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Oxford Hills schools show improvement in absentee rate, safety, student success
Maine School Administrative District 17 has met or exceeded goals set for a three-year strategic plan, though math assessments remained flat amid a new curriculum program.
Posted inMaine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Residents in Bethel, Newry to see increase on tax bills
Officials in Bethel say the tax rate decreased but property assessments have risen over the past year; Newry officials say county taxes and road repairs are the reason.
Posted inNews, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Farmington’s RSU 9 principals introduce new staff, programs
RSU 9 principals Keith Acedo and Carol Kiesman shared updates on new staff, summer programs, and full BARR implementation at the Sept. 9 board meeting.
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Farmington town manager updates on inspections and budget planning
Farmington Select Board heard updates Sept. 9 on safety reviews, a grant for a 311 system, community forums and budget challenges.