“I am on social security and a fixed income. I thought it would take two-thirds of my check this month. It took the whole thing, and I had to borrow money.”
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Oxford County arrest log: Oct. 21, 2024
• Melissa K. Abbott, 40, of 29 McKay Road, Norway, on charges of theft by unauthorized taking or transfer, unlawful possession of scheduled drug and unlawful possession of fentanyl powder, 11:16 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, at Walmart in Oxford, by Fryeburg Police Department. • Shannon Alanskas, 27, of 131 Old West Bethel Road, Albany Township, […]
Fire destroys garage along Thompson Lake in Oxford
A neighbor said the garage was destroyed, but the home sustained minimal damage.
Here are the Maine Press Association awards presented to the Sun Journal
During the weekend, the Maine Press Association recognized the Sun Journal for its excellence in news coverage.
Newry man faces manslaughter charge in fatal motorcycle crash in June
Authorities say Arin Palmer’s car pulled out into the path of the deceased.
South Paris man indicted in assault of off-duty officer in June
The Oxford Police reserve officer was allegedly hit by a vehicle, punched in the face and head-butted, police say.
Buckfield to ask voters to consider solar projects moratorium
A special Town Meeting is scheduled for Oct. 29 to vote on a 180-day moratorium that will allow the Planning Board time to draw up an ordinance.
Peru man charged in Jan. 6 Capitol riot
Thomas Bordeau Sr. is charged with four crimes in connection to the siege.
Hungry Hollow Country Store closes after 40 years of memories
Shirley Damm, 91-year-old baker and owner of Hungry Hollow Country Store in West Paris, said she will miss the people who frequented the store the most.
Pink Feather Foundation’s future on the ropes in Oxford. They need a new warehouse space.
The nonprofit, which supports students in need across 11 communities and two school districts, needs to find a new home.