NORWAY – Teams can register for the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Oxford Hills by calling the Erika Gould at Cancer Society, 373-3704.

Former and current cancer patients, their families, businesses, civic organizations and the public are invited to take part in this team event, organizers say. The Relay For Life takes place from 6 p.m. on Friday, May 21, until noon Saturday, May 22, at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School’s Don Gouin Athletic Field.

The relay is a family-oriented event where participants enjoy the camaraderie of a team and also raise funds to support the activities of the Cancer Society. Participants camp out at the relay site and, when they are not taking their turn walking, take part in fun activities and enjoy local entertainment.

Teams from companies, churches, organizations, hospitals, and schools collect donations and can win individual and team prizes for their efforts. Seventeen teams have signed up already.

“Relay For Life brings the progress against cancer to the forefront,” said Mariel Geiger, event co-chair. “Many participants are our family, friends and neighbors who have dealt with cancer themselves. Their involvement is proof of the progress that has been not only reducing death rates, but also in improving the quality of life following cancer treatment.”

“The funds raised enable us to continue our investment in the fight against cancer through research, education, advocacy, and patient services,” said Bobbi Godin, another co-chair.

For more information on cancer, people can call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, or visit www.cancer.org.