The Paris police chief said an officer needed help with translation during a life-or-death situation. Advocates fear this will discourage immigrants from reaching out to local police.
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Posted inBoys Hockey, Sports, Unified Basketball, Varsity Maine
High schools Tuesday: Boys hockey finalists for Evans Spear Award
Four players in the running for top senior in Class B South.
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Red Cross playing catch-up as Maine weather worsens blood shortage nationwide
The American Red Cross has announced its first severe blood shortage since 2024, worsened by the Feb. 22 snowstorm, which canceled drives.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Community, Life & Culture, Local & State, News, Rumford Falls Times, The Bethel Citizen
‘Death Cafe’ in Paris to foster open dialogue about end-of-life experiences
Death doulas are hosting informational sessions at the library for people and families to ask practical questions about issues related to dying.
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Paris historical societies to establish scholarship for students studying history
The organizations are selling commemorative eggs featuring images of eight Paris Hill historic sites to fund a scholarship in memory of the former town historian.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Greenwood man indicted on aggravated OUI charge related to ATV crash
Joseph F. Tracy Jr., 44, was driving an ATV last August when it crashed, seriously injuring his passenger.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Recordings of Oxford County commissioners meetings now available online
Chairperson Lisa Keim, of Dixfield, had pushed to find a way to get the meetings published to provide transparency.
Posted inGirls Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
First place in final Varsity Maine girls hockey poll goes to the champs
Yarmouth/Freeport finishes atop rankings after beating the best.
Posted inSports, Varsity Maine, Wrestling
Noble repeats as Class A wrestling champion
Brady Ouellette becomes the program’s first four-time state champion, and the Knights win their 16th state crown.
Posted inGirls Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
Varsity Maine girls hockey poll dominated by regional finalists
The Edward Little co-op again tops the rankings.