Some directors are concerned about potential health hazards related to synthetic turf.
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Selectmen approve converting Philbrick Park in Farmington Falls to a multiuse ball field
A $40 donation was accepted from Karyl and Roger Condit for art supplies at the Parks and Recreation Department.
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Man charged with Buckfield stabbing
BUCKFIELD — On Monday, April 8, at 9:33 p.m., according to Oxford County Sheriff Chief Deputy James Urquhart, Oxford County Deputies, along with Maine State Police and Oxford Police responded to an address on Sodom Road in Buckfield for a report that an adult male had been stabbed by another male subject following a fight. […]
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Learn about Japan’s textile heritage
NORWAY — Travel along as Mary DeLano presents “Threads of Tradition: A Journey Through Japan’s Textile Heritage,” on Thursday, April 11, at 6:30 p.m., at Norway Memorial Library, 258 Main Street, Norway. Before Toyota made cars, it made industrial looms for weaving fabric and still does so today. Japan has a rich textile history that […]
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Celebrate the night sky with a Storybook Walk
BETHEL — You’ve heard about the eclipse, but did you know that International Dark Sky Week is April 2-8. This week, Mahoosuc Land Trust launched a new book on its Storybook Walk at Valentine Farm. If You Can See the Dark is a beautiful children’s book, gorgeously illustrated by Bethel’s own Mattie Rose Templeton, about […]
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Do you have room in your heart?
I’m sure you’re ready for springtime and warm weather, especially with these awful winter storms we’ve been having. There is a certain someone who is especially looking forward to warm weather. Her name is Bunny, Bunny the Cat. Bunny is around 6 to 8 years old and came to Responsible Pet Care in September 2023 […]
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The Balsam Resort’s Otten inducted to Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame
DIXVILLE, NH – The Balsams Resort’s owner and lead developer, Leslie ‘Les’ Otten, has been inducted into the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame for his, ‘…profound impact on the entire industry as an innovator and visionary.’ ‘The U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame is home to the individuals who shaped our industry. […]
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International Student Exchange seeks local host families
REGION — ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE), in cooperation with your community high school, is looking for local families to host high school exchange students, aged 15 to 18, from diverse countries such as Australia, Denmark, Spain, Italy, Japan, and more. ASSE Exchange Students, are carefully selected based on their academic achievements and personalities. […]
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Potters gear up for Maine Pottery Tour
STATE — Spring bursts onto the scene in Maine the first weekend of May, and this year, it coincides with the highly anticipated 12th Annual Maine Pottery Tour. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5, for a unique opportunity to explore the vibrant ceramics scene in Maine. This self-guided tour is […]
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Briefs
Auction NORWAY — Second Congregational Church, UCC, 205 Main Street in Norway, will be hosting a ticket auction on Saturday, May 11. Viewing will be from 3-5 p.m. with the auction starting at 5:15 p.m. All funds raised will be used to upgrade the sound system in the church. Many gift items, collectibles, antiques, homemade […]