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IRS mistake led to $516,000 lien against Oxford Hills school district, officials say
Paperwork filed for the 2022 tax year has apparently been misplaced by the IRS, which filed a $516,000 tax lien against SAD 17.
Paris Save A Lot to shut doors as revenue tanks
The Save A Lot store in Paris has finally had to close its doors due to dramatic revenue drops and rising expenses, the store manager said.
Who can stand the heat, and other things Varsity Maine is interested in this week
Stiff tests are on tap for some of the top teams in multiple sports.
ATVs keep getting bigger. It’s putting Maine’s trail system at risk.
The push for wider, heavier vehicles is the last straw for many landowners.
Oxford public safety staffing up to voters at annual town meeting
The Select Board and budget committee have made separate recommendations on how many police and fire positions to fund.
Honey Badger truck mystery solved
We picked a winner for last week’s Mystery Photo. Correctly guess this week’s and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
Hancock Lumber to open new factory in Oxford
The sawmill and construction supply company’s new plant on Main Street in Oxford will manufacture building components.
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Familiar faces take over Norway Pizza XChange
The Buzz: There will be subtle changes, and a simple menu with a focus on customers.
Undisputed top-2 in Varsity Maine softball poll
Cheverus and Oxford Hills top the rankings, while Gardiner makes a big jump from the outside.
Minor movement in Varsity Maine baseball poll
The same 10 teams are ranked, with Gorham and Leavitt making the biggest jumps.
Invasive emerald ash borer detected in Rumford
Officials say it is important not to transport out-of-state firewood to prevent spread of the invasive bug.
McLaughlin Garden and Homestead announces 2026 Lilac Festival
The McLaughlin Garden and Homestead invites the community and visitors from across New England and beyond to celebrate the beauty and fragrance of spring at the annual Lilac Festival, taking place Friday, May 22, through Monday, May 25, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at 97 Main St., Paris. Home to one of the…
Varsity Maine softball poll’s No. 1 is the same, but not unanimous
Cheverus maintains top spot but doesn’t receive every first-place vote.
This Varsity Maine baseball poll has only one No. 1
South Portland emerges from first-place tie.
Organ restoration project at Paris church pedals on with fundraisers
A May 24 concert at Deering Memorial Community Center in South Paris will benefit restoration of the First Congregational Church’s 1890 pipe organ.