Western arms have been critical to Ukraine’s success in stymieing Russia’s much larger and better-equipped military.
2022
Posted inConnections
Oxford County conservation district seeks biggest trees
Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District seeks help tracking down the most impressive trees in the county. The district keeps a register of big trees in the county, which catalogs the largest specimen of each native species found. There are 22 species yet to be nominated, many of which are smaller species of trees […]
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Fewer Americans, including Mainers, apply for unemployment benefits last week
Last month, the government reported America’s employers added 428,000 jobs in April, leaving the unemployment rate at 3.6%.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills
Oxford voters to decide on buying property for town offices
The offer of $750,000 for a building and land on Pottle Road has been accepted.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat
Oxford Hills announces top graduating seniors for Class of ’22
PARIS — Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School will hold its commencement for the Class of 2022 on June 11 at Don Gouin Athletic Complex. Marching practice for seniors will be held on June 2, 3 and 6. Traditional events are returning in full for the first time since 2019. On June 6 those graduating will […]
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat
Late veteran’s flag now flies in Norway
Sgt. Vernon Brown’s family donated his flag to The Stone-Smart Post #82 Norway and was raised during a dedication on Memorial Day.
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Otisfield budget to increase $427K next year
The town’s budget includes cost-of-living raises for employees.
Posted inEncore, Things to Do
GoldenOak plans Rockland concert
The Strand Theatre will host a GoldenOak concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 10, at the theatre, at 345 Main St. in Rockland. Fronted by siblings Zak and Lena Kendall, GoldenOak’s rich folk-influenced harmony has an energetic intimacy. The Maine-based band’s music is rooted in the natural landscape, and rounded out by up-right bassist Mike […]
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Movie Review/’Downton Abbey’
It might not be the epitome of blockbuster entertainment, but I do understand the appeal of “Downton Abbey.” The British television series, which ran from 2010-2015, is recognized as the most acclaimed “international” series in Emmy history. And of course, it developed a fandom based on its impeccable 1920’s costumes and sets, as well as […]