Plans call for Oxford Hills’ next middle school to accommodate sixth, seventh and eighth grades, the model preferred by Maine Department of Education.
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A dozen new hires, but SAD 17 busing still an issue
PARIS — Despite hiring 10 new school bus and van drivers before the start of school (and two more recently), Transportation Department challenges remain in Oxford Hills, frustrating parents, their employers and district personnel focused on improving student absenteeism. Some parents took to their community pages on Facebook to commiserate over the issues. “Day 3 […]
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Jessica Truman: Oxford Hills’ 2024 alumna of the year
PARIS — Norway resident and Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Class of 1992 graduate Jessica Carver Truman has been named Alumna of the Year. A longstanding tradition, each year the award recipient is honored during Homecoming Weekend. “Jessica is a proud Viking,” Principal Paul Bickford said in an email statement. “Having been active in athletics […]
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Mt. Abram High School art teacher proposes exclusive NYC field trip for 5-10 talented students
Mt. Abram art teacher wants to take five to ten students to New York City to explore the art scene in 2025.
Posted inFranklin, Maine Crime, News, The Franklin Journal
Wilton police searching for stolen handgun; other stolen items from vehicles recovered
A Gouldsboro man was arrested on a charge of receiving stolen property.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Wilton residents approve new Cannabis Ordinance
Among the changes, is implementing a limit of medical and recreational marijuana retail stores to a total of five.
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Livermore Falls area Fourth of July Parade Committee thinks ahead
The Jay-Livermore-Livermore Falls Fourth of July Committee is already doing fundraisers to plan for next year’s parade.
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Wilton property tax rate increases by 90 cents for 2024-25
Paul Binette, Wilton assessors, set the rate at $21.30 per $1,000 of property value on Sept. 12.
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Livermore Falls man pleads guilty to robbery, kidnapping and theft in Farmington home invasion
Jeromy C. Merchant, 44, also pleaded guilty to illegal possession of a firearm.
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Norway software firm looking to expand into commercial office space
Technik Solutions Group operates from the chief operating officer’s home at 214 Shedd Road.