I want to express my appreciation to U.S. Sen. Susan Collins for her support and the successful passage of the Social Security Fairness Act. The Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset unfairly targets our teachers, public safety workers and state employees. The restoration of full Social Security benefits is a win-win for hardworking Mainers […]
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Committee chooses site for new Oxford Hills Middle School; announcement pending
Site selection is a complicated process driven by state requirements and the wants and needs of the Oxford Hills community.
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Oxford Hills students nets life lessons while fishing
On Feb. 26, students were out on Lake Pennesewassee in Norway.
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Oxford Hills school superintendent ‘uneasy’ about potential federal funding cuts
Special education and intervention, internet security, internship programs and active shooter preparedness are just a few examples of federal funding impacts education at the local level.
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Mystery Photo for March 2, 2025
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
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Healthy Oxford Hills to host Bridges Out of Poverty workshop
NORWAY — Healthy Oxford Hills and Community Credit Union have partnered to present an interactive workshop focused on eliminating factors that contribute to community poverty. Bridges Out of Poverty will be held March 10 between 9 a.m. to noon at the Ripley Medical Building’s Harper Conference Room at MaineHealth Stephens Hospital. Participants are encouraged to register […]
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Oxford Elementary teacher receives distinguished educator award
Melissa Guerrette has taught at OES for her entire career.
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Take a break from winter with McLaughlin’s March lecture series
PARIS — Each Wednesday over the next month McLaughlin Garden and Homestead will preview spring pursuits for gardeners eager to start their 2025 planting and planning season. People can attend in person or through live-stream Zoom presentations. Each session runs from 4-5 p.m. Online attendees may access the conference link for each session from McLaughlin […]
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Oxford board accepts bid for new police cruiser; hears request for summer camp fee increase
A South Paris dealership will supply a 2025 Dodge Durango SUV to replace a cruiser wrecked in a crash last summer.
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Maine to open virtual public hearing on Route 26 traffic light installation in Oxford
The hearing web page will open to comments Feb. 28 and close March 7.