‘When I am feeling burnt out, I am typically focused on myself, so the first thing I do is ask myself ‘Why am I here?”
Paris Maine
Posted inFranklin, Maine, Maine Crime, News, Politics
Wilton lawmaker pleads not guilty to clean election law crimes
State Rep. Randall Hall pleaded not guilty to 12 charges of involving alleged forgery of signatures needed to get Maine Clean Elections funds.
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Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Androscoggin County, Maine, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills
Massachusetts man arrested after police chase through 2 counties
Police say the pursuit, from Paris to Mechanic Falls, began when the driver refused to stop for officers investigating a report of shots fired.
Posted inNews, Oxford Hills
Paris board agrees to examine less expensive police options
A study of policing options could take up to six months, so it won’t be available in time for the June town meeting, when voters will be asked to approve a budget with a 25% increase.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat
Ella Pelletier scores OHCHS’ MPA Principal’s Award
PARIS — Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School Principal Paul Bickford has announced that senior Ella Pelletier is this year’s recipient of the 2025 MPA Principal’s Award. The award is given given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship. “Ella Pelletier is a rare student who lights up the room with her […]
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Business, Maine, News, Oxford Hills
With Paris car dealer locked down, customers left in the lurch
Oxford County Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM abruptly closed its doors last Friday after the business was seized by Rockland Trust Company.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Maine, News, Oxford Hills
Paris police officer fired after Sheriff’s Office issues no-trespass order
The order prevented the former sheriff’s deputy from entering the Oxford County Sheriff’s Office and the county jail.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine Crime, News, Oxford Hills
Lewiston man arrested in South Paris after pursuit
A Lewiston man called 911 threatening to drive into a tree. Police caught up with him shortly after the man was reported to be doing burnouts and firing a gun out of his window.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, News, Oxford Hills
Paris residents hear pros, cons of restructured police force
Chief Michael Ward says changes will lead to quicker response times and greater safety; opponents say it costs too much.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, News, Oxford Hills
Paris officials to explain Police Department changes Monday
Chief Michael Ward and Town Manager Natalie Andrews will address residents at the Select Board meeting.