Former superintendent Monica Henson called the allegations that resulted in her resignation from SAD 17 outrageous lies and said multiple investigations found them unsubstantiated. However, an Oxford County Sheriff’s Office investigation has been turned over to the district attorneys office while Maine Department of Health and Human Services and the Oxford Hills school district have not released results on their separate investigations, as of April 6.
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Boxing champ Amelia Moore returns to where dreams began: Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School
“My future never stops,” Amelia Moore told students at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. “Once you reach the pinnacle, you set new summits. I’m open to any opportunity that comes my way.”
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Posted inAndroscoggin County, Lewiston-Auburn, News
Androscoggin commissioners wrestle with conflict-of-interest issue in awarding ARPA funds
Two Lewiston commissioners who serve on Museum LA’s board recused themselves from voting to award $300,000 from federal relief funds.
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Bethel potters part of Maine Pottery Tour
WEST BETHEL — Martha Grover and Joshua Rysted – of 630 West Bethel Rd., Bethel – are two of 54 potters on this year’s Maine Pottery Tour. Joshua’s website (jdrpottery.square.site/) describes him as follows: “Joshua David Rysted is a small batch potter who creates functional, wheel-thrown and slab-built pottery made one-at-a-time by hand. A transplant […]
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Extension landscape design webinar April 29
STATE — University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a webinar for home gardeners about designing welcoming landscapes, from noon to 1:15 p.m. on April 29. “Designing Welcoming Landscapes” will offer an overview of questions and considerations when evaluating a garden space, with specific examples of ways to make landscapes more fun, comfortable, and safe […]
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Ryan Ricci of Paris announces candidacy for Maine House
PARIS — Ryan Ricci of Paris has announced his candidacy for the Maine House of Representatives for House District 79 which will include the towns of Paris, Sumner, West Paris, and Woodstock. Ricci is a lifelong resident of Paris, a local graduate of Oxford Hills High School, and a college graduate of Johnson & Wales […]
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Foundation supports improvements at Chalmers Ice Arena
BRIDGTON — Chalmers Ice Arena is pleased to announce that it has received a significant grant from the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Charitable Foundation that will support exciting upgrades ensuring that the arena remains a resource for the Lakes Region and Bridgton Academy communities. Built in 1998, the arena has been a valuable asset, […]
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CMCC offering free Land Surveyor Technician 1 course
AUBURN — The Center for Workforce and Professional Development at Central Maine Community College (CMCC) is partnering with area employers and service providers to recruit candidates interested in becoming qualified Land Surveyor Technicians. Information and links to register for the free program are available at https://cmconnect.cmcc.edu/ICS/Training/. The first of four free Land Surveyor Technician I Course […]
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Preservation grants available
STATE — The Maine Historic Preservation Commission is pleased to announce the opening of the 2022 Historic Preservation Fund (HPF) grant round. The Commission anticipates awarding approximately $94,000 in one-to-one matching grants for National Register nominations, architectural or archaeological survey, or education, planning, development, or pre-development projects statewide. The minimum grant award is normally $5,000. […]
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Wishes do come true with Wheelers
AREA — One of the things Wheelers Insurance prides itself on most is being able to give back to their local communities. Two years ago now, each employee at Wheelers was given a few thousand dollars to give to a charity of their choice. Hannah Savage, chief operations officer, chose to donate all her money […]