Oxford Maine
Oxford selectmen commend recreation director
OXFORD — Oxford’s Recreation Director Kayla Laird provided selectmen with a recap of last summer’s day camp program, which launched in June, at last Thursday’s select board meeting. Laird had pitched the idea to town leaders last January, a few months after she began her position with Oxford. At the time she estimated that with as […]
Oxford woman charged in hit and run
An Oxford woman was charged in a hit and run incident that occurred on Main Street near Oxbow Beer Garden on Friday, according to police.
Oxford first responders save kayaker
Firefighters pulled the kayaker out of the water after he tipped his boat.
Oxford honors longtime fire department officer Scott Hunter
OXFORD — Oxford’s Board of Selectmen honored one of its own at last Thursday’s business meeting. Scott Hunter, a member of Oxford’s Fire Department since the age of 15, retired from service this fall. He was presented with a plaque and clock in recognition for his long-standing service. Hunter has served in all ranks of […]
Santa’s helper delivers gifts from Oxford post office
Front desk clerk Lisa Haley at the Oxford post office has been one of Santa’s helpers for years.
Spirit of Maine Award recipient Liliana Tripp ratchets up holiday community service projects
Liliana Tripp collects non-perishable food items on behalf of Helping Hands Food Pantry in Oxford for Thanksgiving, and raises funds to bring holiday happiness to senior citizens and unhoused children in Oxford county.
Possible meter anomaly results in sewer overcharges to Oxford Casino
OXFORD — The Board of Selectmen granted Oxford Casino Hotel a $27,000 abatement on its sewer account after reviewing data Thursday night showing that bills issued last quarter were based on miscalculations of water volumes sent to the town’s wastewater treatment facility. Town Manager Adam Garland explained that charges issued at the start of each month were […]
Oxford church kicks off the season with a benefit concert
The concert is free to the public. Donations to pay for ongoing church restoration work are appreciated.
Western Foothills Land Trust opens Smith Bridge Preserve in Oxford
The Western Foothills Land Trust officially opened Smith Bridge Preserve on Oct. 22 in Oxford. The newly established preserve offers an enchanting gateway for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers of all ages and interests. Located at 577 Allen Hill Road, Smith Bridge Preserve is minutes from the commercial hubs of Oxford, Paris, and Norway. The […]