PARIS — Jail Administrator Dana Dillingham asked the Oxford County commissioners Tuesday to add a full-time, armed corrections officer to the jail’s staff. “We’re at the point, in 2019, where it’s long overdue,” Dillingham said. “Obviously, there are contract negotiations that would have to be done, but it’s absolutely necessary.” Dillingham said Oxford County is […]
Jon Bolduc
Jon Bolduc is the new kid on the block, joining the Sun Journal team as the nightside cops reporter in September 2018. Jon is a 2011 graduate of the University King College in Halifax Nova Scotia. He enjoys burgers, farming and tending to his chickens, turkeys, and goats.
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Transcript of 911 call in Paris details murder suspect’s remarks
Mark Penley, 49, of Peru is charged in the shooting deaths of his ex-girlfriend, Heather Bickford, and Dana Hill at Hill’s apartment in Paris on New Year’s night.
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‘Intimidating’ signs posted near Bates College campus
“IT’S OKAY TO BE WHITE” signs were posted Sunday on utility polls near the Bates College campus.
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Janet Mills, state leaders lead vigil in Kennedy Park to condemn New Zealand killings
Politicians, faith leaders, and immigrant advocates came together to condemn intolerance at Kennedy Park.
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Oxford fire chief laid to rest
Hundreds attended Chief Gary Sacco’s funeral on Saturday.
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On the lookout: Hairdressers keep eye out for cancer
Salon owners advise customers if they spot something suspicious.
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Proposed zoning changes could transform unorganized territories in Oxford County
The state Land Use Planning Commission rule could affect remote areas near the White Mountain National Forest.
Posted inOxford Hills
Driver hurt in Norway crash
An SUV struck a utility pole, snapping it at the base Thursday afternoon on Main Street. The driver was taken to a hospital.
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Oxford Fire Chief remembered by colleagues and friends
According to his colleagues and friends, Oxford Fire Chief Gary Sacco was a professional dedicated to the safety of his crew.
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Community Center raising money for new roof
The historic community center seeks a new roof so it can host events during the winter months.