Cold start to winter pushes Maine wood heat demand
December’s colder temperatures have pushed wood demand, while other fuels’ availability and prices remain stable.
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Just two days into the new year, Oxford Hills’ newest baby arrives
The stork made its first delivery of the year to MaineHealth Stephens Hospital on Jan. 2
Closing schools, police department upset, animal rescues among top Oxford Hills news in 2025
Here are some of the news and events we reported on in the first half of the year.
Standish community gathers to honor 5-year-old school bus crash victim
Simon Gonzalez, a kindergartener at Edna Libby Elementary School, was killed in a crash early this week.
Santa schedules early stops in Norway, Oxford on Christmas Eve
Elves and reindeer will accompany the jolly gent.
Goal of $2.6M set for Oxford Hills Middle School construction fundraiser
As the school project enters construction planning, community members are working to privately fund a Maine Principals’ Association–regulation gymnasium and stadium seating for an outdoor education classroom.
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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News from surrounding communities
Serious injuries reported in 3-vehicle crash in Hebron
Emergency crews immediately called for a LifeFlight of Maine helicopter, although that request was later canceled.
West Paris crash sends man to hospital with life-threatening injuries
Alcohol is likely factor in the crash reported on Bethel Road at about 6:30 a.m. Friday, the Oxford County Sheriff’s Office said.
Oxford County emergency calls to be transferred temporarily to Cumberland County
Oxford County’s 911 system will be updated over five hours early Tuesday morning.
Boil water order in effect after water main break in West Paris
The affected area is by the corner of Bethel Road and Main Street and extends to residences around Pioneer Street.
Snow day turns fun day in Paris
With remote schoolwork done, Sebastian Musgrave decided to conquer the slopes on a saucer at Moore Park.
Titles of banned books get prime spot out front of Andover library
Librarians at Andover Public Library have displayed book titles and their authors that often appear on ‘banned’ lists.
Same 5, different order in Varsity Maine girls hockey poll
Edward Little co-op back at No. 1.
Buckfield man appeals conviction in shaken baby death
Attorneys for Trevor Averill argued that a new trial should be ordered or the 18-year sentence reconsidered.