After 40 years, Scott and Mike Gilbert have decided to bow out as owners of the The Square. The hand-picked new owner, Chris Dresser, started his career in the kitchen as dishwasher — just like the brothers.
Oxford Hills
News and information about the Oxford Hills area from the Sun Journal.
Oxford County commissioners deny Sheriff Wainwright’s request to pay legal fees
Commissioners denied Wainwright’s request, finding that hiring an attorney to defend himself against commissioners’ complaint was for “Sheriff Wainwright’s personal benefit and in that capacity solely.”
Auburn man pleads guilty to robbery of postal carriers, burglaries of central Maine post offices
A traffic stop leads to the arrest of Winston O. McLeod and his co-defendant in the case.
Oxford County arrest log: July 22, 2024
• Ethan R. Brown, 24, of 26 Marion Ave., Norway, on charges of endangering the welfare of a child, domestic violence terrorizing and driving to endanger, 10:52 a.m. Saturday, July 20, in Waterford, by Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. • Allen A. Buzzell, 35, of 360 Greenwood Road, Norway, on a charge of violation of condition […]
Teen ‘ding dong ditch’ prankster shot in Harrison
Vincent M. Martin, 30, Waterford Road, Harrison, was arrested at his home hours after the alleged shooting at 7:38 a.m. Saturday morning.
Two rescues in 2 days in Franklin, Oxford counties
Four Franklin County crews located an injured hiker Friday and a day later, three Oxford County crews located a hiker suffering from a medical event.
Oxford County arrest log: July 19, 2024
• Marc W. Chiasson Jr., 21, of 203 Upton Road, Andover, on a charge of violating protection from abuse order, 8:48 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, at 160 Lincoln Ave., Rumford, by Rumford Police Department. • Natasha L. Frost, 36, of 321 Penobscot St., Rumford, on a charge of domestic violence assault, 10:43 p.m. Thursday, July […]
Photo Album: Waterford World’s Fair
Waterford World’s Fair, based on preservation and education of agriculture, runs through Sunday.
Paris-based school district directors approve lower budget
A public hearing on the revised budget of $50.5 million will be July 23. The referendum vote is scheduled for Aug. 6.
Waterford World’s Fair combines old-fashioned fun with agricultural education
Three days of events include food contests, pig scramble and farming lessons.