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Bethel elementary students honor veterans with ‘Field of Flags’
Third graders at Crescent Park Elementary School raise $750 for Disabled American Veterans and plant flags to show respect and gratitude.
Three Bethel business projects underway
A coffee shop, expanded mineral museum, and wedding venue are all progressing.
A win then a loss to end a great season for Telstar boys soccer
Telstar beat Pine Tree Academy 1-0 in double overtime on Thursday, Nov. 6, to win the division; on Saturday they lost to Piscataquis 2-1 in the state championship.
Telstar boys soccer knocks off Pine Tree in double OT to claim regional title
Cyrus Mills’ goal sends the Rebels to the eight-player state championship game.
Voters’ opinions split on referendum questions in Greenwood
One voter said it’s all about being respectful of other people’s views. ‘Some people lose sight of that.’
Decorated soldier’s final salute held in quiet Mason Township cemetery
Vietnam veteran Raymond York Sr. was awarded the Purple Heart and four bronze stars for his service. He found solace in the woods and was buried near where he played…
Rebel pride: Telstar soccer and football march into finals
‘We are super proud of our fall athletes. It has been an incredible season for all our teams. They each continue to add to all the positive things happening at Telstar,’…
As federal aid shrinks, Bethel builds on its own safety net
Three Bethel area initiatives are underway to aid families worried about losing federal food assistance benefits and others who are no longer eligible.
Families and friends hit the streets for Bethel’s Halloween Walk
Costumed students at Crescent Park Elementary School paraded past family and friends during their annual walk on Halloween.
West Paris water officials to survey residents as part of federal grant process
Residents will be asked about household income, which may qualify the town for a $1 million grant for a new water tank.
First Oxford County firewood bank aims to fill growing need for heating assistance
Kevin Dunn of Greenwood said his wood bank is one of the few not on the coast.
Twelve new lots for sale on Sunday River’s Merrill Hill
As residential development continues, the ski resort’s president says ‘We try to do things responsibly.’
Pumpkins carved and apples pressed at NorthStar 4H Fall Party
Director Lyndsey Smith and the NorthStar 4-H staff hosted a middle school fall party at Telstar High School on Oct. 29, featuring pumpkin carving, cider pressing with Amanda Morin and…
The Nelsons step into the Grays shoes as funeral directors
Cliff and Mimi Gray are retiring; Eric and Erin Nelson will serve Gray’s families.
Fifth graders at Bethel’s Crescent Park keep Halloween surprise alive
Each year, Krystle Gould’s students create a secret team costume.
Oxford County budget starts out with a tax decrease, but unknown costs remain
The draft spending plan represents a $14.5 million tax assessment, which is 4.7% less than the current year. But ‘significant changes’ are likely.
Telstar Boys take down Wiscasset, 8-0 at home
‘Our Super-Senior-off-the bench Seth (Dupuis) scored two goals in two minutes … it’s his first year on the team … his energy picks everyone up.’
Here’s where to vote and what issues are on the local ballots in western Maine
In addition to state referendums, there will be additional ballot questions in communities from Rangeley to Rumford to Paris.
Bethel Station elevator shaft and foundation completed
A seven-acre parcel at Cross and Main streets in Bethel is being developed for 38 condos by Tony Donovan of Spectrum Real Estate in Portland.
Telstar Girls Soccer win their first playoff game
Telstar came out strong, leading 4-0 at halftime and ultimately winning 5-2.
Telstar girls beat Greenville in first playoff game
The eighth ranked Rebels won 5-2 at home.
It’s a family affair at West Bethel church
Dan Haas and his family minister at Pleasant Valley Church in West Bethel.
A guide to antiquing around Western Maine
Revel in great, hidden finds while enjoying this extended (though muted) leaf-peeping season.
Scale to be installed at Tri-Town Transfer Station in Bethel
Following the completed installation, contractors will pay for their debris.
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