PARIS — VFW Post 9797 in Paris is starting its public suppers again! They will be on the third Friday of the month, so August 18, from 5-6:30 p.m. will be the next. Still just $10! The menu for August is our ‘famous’ chicken pie, with mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, and apple […]
2023
Cancer Center receives mental health partnership grant
NORWAY — The Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine (CRCofWM) is thrilled to announce that it has received a one-year Oxford County Community Building Grant from the Maine Community Foundation. The funds will be used to improve access to mental health services for cancer patients in Oxford County via a partnership with Oxford County Mental […]
OH Rotary’s newest member
PARIS — The Oxford Hills Rotary Club is pleased to welcome its newest member, David Knox. David’s classification will be Fire Chief. David is the new Chief of the Norway Fire Department. He lives in Paris with his wife, Liz, and their 5 dogs. Congratulations and welcome to OH Rotary, David! For more information, go […]
Norway church hosts Maker’s Fair
NORWAY — Second Congregational Church, UCC in Norway is excited to announce our upcoming Maker’s Fair (Craft Fair) on Saturday, August 26. The fair will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the church parking lot, located on the corner of Paris and Main Street. There will be multiple vendors with a variety […]
Healthy cooking for the whole family
Salmon Tacos with Corn Avocado Peach Salsa & Cilantro Yogurt Sauce These baked chipotle lime salmon tacos are packed with flavor and protein for the perfect dinner to make all summer long! Serves 4 Ingredients For the salmon: 1 pound salmon, cut into 1-inch cubes and skin removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon lime […]
Maine Educational Opportunities offerings
REGION — The Maine Educational Opportunity Center will host free individualized sessions, ‘The Essentials of College Planning’ for adults 19 and over who are looking for a new career or returning to higher education. The sessions are being held on the following dates and times: Virtual: Wednesday, September 6 at 11 a.m. & 12 p.m. […]
Do you have room in your heart?
Meet Blazer, a five-year-young Mastiff mix, weighing in at around 90 pounds. Blazer’s owner could no longer care for him, so Blazer found himself at the shelter through no fault of his own. Blazer did not receive much socialization outside his family in his early years so he can be a little nervous when making […]
UMF online, hybrid Degree Completion Program helps adults
FARMINGTON — How does an individual restart earning a college degree when, for whatever reason, they have had to step away from their education? The thought can be overwhelming—but the University of Maine at Farmington has created a new Degree Completion Program to help individuals who have already earned some college credits finish their bachelor’s […]
Rotary yard sale thanks
To the Editor: The Rotary Club of Bethel multi-day yard sale was an incredible success due to the generosity of our donors, shoppers, and the Rotarians, spouses, and Friends of Rotary who gave freely of their time for the duration of the yard sale, and then some. For many “furniture grade Rotarians”, who picked up […]
This n That
Supper WATERFORD — There will be a Public Supper at the North Waterford Congregational Church on Tuesday, Aug 22 from 5-6:30 p.m. Served during the supper will be baked beans, American chop suey, cole slaw, casseroles, salads, and pies for dessert. The charge is $12 for adults and $6 for children under 12. North Waterford […]