Gerry D’Amour was given the honor by the American Heart Association at this week’s Board of Selectmen’s meeting.
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Norway Odd Fellows Hall renovations expected to start next month
The plan involves creating 16 affordable apartments and an 1,800-square-foot commercial space on the first floor.
Oxford Hills educators recognize student achievement, positive behavior
Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School teachers and staff had logged 1,890 incidents of students deserving reward.
Paris wants to spend $52,792 on sidewalk tractor
Residents will be asked to authorize the purchase at a special town meeting Dec. 23.
Norway business leads the way on non-emergency medical transport in Maine
What began with two minivans and a desire to help community members get a ride now has more than 100 drivers and volunteers driving across much of the state.
Oxford Hills school panel backs school consolidation plan
A subcommittee is drafting recommendations for next steps for directors, which will be presented to the board at its Dec. 16 meeting.
Farmington school board talks transportation safety, staff recognition
Superintendent Christian M. Elkington noted rise in students not following school transportation safety expectations.
Auburn officials asked to support Casco Bay rail trail project
The council will vote on a resolution in support of turning the St. Lawrence and Atlantic rail line between Auburn and Portland into a section of the proposed Casco Bay Trail. Rail advocates have argued the rail line should be preserved.
Dixfield-based district extends superintendent contract
The RSU 56 superintendent’s three-year contract begins July 1, 2025, and ends June 30, 2028.