Rotation and decommissioning of school vehicles begins again at SAD 44.
Bethel
News and information about the Bethel area from the Sun Journal.
Cell phones in school – to use or not to use?
The written policy currently prohibits cell phone use except when a teacher or principal approves it for “a specific educational, health or safety purpose.”
Turkey Tuesday’s successful return
Turkey Tuesday welcomes community after five-year hiatus.
Congregational Church’s Christmas Tea – What’s it for?
BETHEL — The West Parish Congregational Church’s Christmas craft fair, sale, and tea is a yearly staple of the community, bringing in locals for snacks, tea, hot chocolate, and last minute gifts for friends and family. There is also the well known cookie walk, where a bag can be filled with baked goods. But where […]
Photo: Music for the School Board
The Telstar Library was packed with parents for the performance, and the kids got a big round of applause at the end.
Newry man denies charges in Bethel fatal crash
Arin Palmer is charged with manslaughter and criminal OUI after David Roy of New Hampshire was struck and killed June 15 on Route 26.
Oxford County arrest log: Dec. 2, 2024
• Elias S. Bean, 24, of 11 Ash St., Lewiston, on a charge of theft by receiving stolen property, 7:47 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, at 99 Main St., Bethel, by Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. • Christopher G. Boutros, 36, of 76 Holden Hills, Bridgton, on charges of theft by unauthorized taking or transfer and violation […]
History continued: Who are the Blacks?
NEWRY — A previous article delved into the history of the Black-Smith cemetery, with research regarding the Smith family. However, there was notably little to be found regarding the Black Family. Their history can be expanded, thanks to an 1850 map of Newry corner. This map indicates that the Blacks lived down the road from […]
Community comes together to support Jade’s Homegrown Goods
After loss of their home to a devastating fire, the community rallies to help.
Beaver relocated after causing damage to local waterfront
Pesky beaver start to clear-cut homeowner’s waterfront.