Architect projects new Oxford Hills Middle School to open fall of 2029
Harriman Associates says the project will be fully completed by fall of 2030 and advised the district to hire a construction consultant to protect its interests.
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Christmas magic at historic Foss Mansion in Auburn | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: You are cordially invited to step back in time and experience the warmth and splendor of Christmas at the historic Foss Mansion, 19 Elm St., Auburn. Join us for an event that captures the dazzling elegance of the mansion, all while celebrating the magic of the holiday season. Enjoy finger foods, hot drinks…
Norway man charged Friday in apartment fire; officials probe two others overnight
Local, state and federal investigators are searching three scenes in Norway and Paris.
Football playoffs, Thanksgiving events and Christmas prep wrap up Lewiston area Week in Photos
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from Nov. 21-27, 2025.
Norway’s Turkey Trot 4 Hope burns calories to benefit cancer patients
The eighth annual fun run and 4-mile race benefits the Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine.
Androscoggin, Franklin, Oxford counties expected to get $5 million from opioid settlement
The state anticipates getting more than $230 million through 2038 from settlements with opioid manufacturers, distributors and other sources to prevent and fight addiction.
Grammy winners in Bath, Cindy Lou in Monmouth, house party in Lewiston | Get out!
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
Ms. Sun Spots returns from Ireland | Sun Spots
DEAR READERS: Some folks have written to tell me that they missed Sun Spots over the past two weeks. I was in Ireland visiting my daughter and her family, and it turned out that there was no one available to cover for me. I’m back now after a wonderful visit spending time with grandchildren, sheep,…
After recent teen suicides, Oxford Hills puts new emphasis on prevention
A recently planted ‘yellow tulip project’ garden and an upcoming free educational dinner and workshop are just two ways community stakeholders have partnered to support at risk youth, family and friends.
Auburn man sentenced to serve 3 years in domestic violence cases
Anthony Torres, 21, pleaded guilty to two counts of domestic violence reckless conduct with a firearm and one count of illegal possession of a firearm by a prohibited person.
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Consensus elusive at Paris town hall forum
About two dozen residents attended an open forum at the Paris Fire Station Monday.
Officials identify Sumner man who died in house fire
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner identified the man as 72-year-old Martin Gibson.
Meet the western Maine boys swimmers to watch in 2025-26
The list of top area returners includes three sophomores.
Where and how to donate food, toys, furniture and more in Maine
There are a number of organizations who will put essentials directly into the hands of Mainers in need.
Dance in Lewiston, laugh in Monmouth, tuba in Bryant Pond | Get out!
Here are highlights of things to do in the area in the next week.
Meet the 10 western Maine boys hockey players to watch in 2025-26
Four players from the new Lewiston co-op make the list of top returning players this winter.
Here’s a look at the 5 western Maine boys hockey teams
Three Monmouth players will play big roles for the Cony co-op as it aims to make another run in Class B North.
Toys, volunteers, holiday magic fill West Paris church
Marybeth Ray and Lorie O’Neil organized the West Paris Free Christmas Shop to be held Dec. 13.
Watch: Santa arrives on a fire truck in West Paris
Area children listened to after school Explorer’s Program Director Eileen Storck read stories then saw Santa light the Christmas tree at Town Office.
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