STRONG — A local man was arrested on suspicion of arson early Friday after reporting a house fire on Lambert Hill Road. At about 1:30 a.m., Franklin County Sheriff’s Deputy Alan Elmes went to the home after a resident reported a fire in his kitchen. The flames were extinguished by the fire department, and the […]
Oxford Hills
News and information about the Oxford Hills area from the Sun Journal.
Cutting tool ignites fire at Oxford salvage yard
The fire burned four cars and singed many others at Oxford Auto Salvage.
2019 – Oxford Hill’s year in review
The Advertiser Democrat looks back at the news stories from Oxford Hills that happened in 2019.
The Power of Faith
These people found hope and support — to help themselves and to help others — in their faith. In this Christmas season, we offer their stories.
Improvements at Durgin Road home enough to satisfy concerns of Paris Select Board
Perley Emery’s mobile home was classified as a dangerous building by the town in October, and will be unclassified as such pending a final inspection by the Code Enforcement Officer and the Fire Chief.
Faith helped Paris family through a dark time
The Farrell family of South Paris lost their 4-day-old daughter, Guinevere, on Sept. 29. They say their faith, and their church, helped them get through the immense grief.
Christmas cards help 8-year-old Brownfield girl get through leukemia treatment
Melanie Bishop, 8, was diagnosed with leukemia in April. Her mother, Kimberly Bishop, says Melanie has received about 500 cards, which bring her joy and help distract from her treatment.
Face Time: Talking ice fishing with Jeff Witham
Jeff Witham, owner of Jeff’s Bait and Tackle on Fore Street in Oxford, on his shop, his experience ice fishing and his plans and hopes for the fishy New Year.
Oxford board sets election for selectman
Nomination papers are due by Jan. 3.
Norway Fire Department to receive $10,000 from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation
The grant will pay for an antenna, cable and radios.