The West Paris Water District is pursuing up to $1 million from the state to help pay for a mandated new reservoir.
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Message of peace painted on lake in Norway
The 100-feet-high ‘NO WAR’ message was painted by a group of anonymous artists on Sunday.
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Propane tank left open at Norway hospital
A propane tank left behind by a construction crew at MaineHealth Stephens Hospital was removed Feb. 27 after ‘an unusual odor’ wafted through the building, an administrator said.
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Red Cross playing catch-up as Maine weather worsens blood shortage nationwide
The American Red Cross has announced its first severe blood shortage since 2024, worsened by the Feb. 22 snowstorm, which canceled drives.
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‘Death Cafe’ in Paris to foster open dialogue about end-of-life experiences
Death doulas are hosting informational sessions at the library for people and families to ask practical questions about issues related to dying.
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Paris historical societies to establish scholarship for students studying history
The organizations are selling commemorative eggs featuring images of eight Paris Hill historic sites to fund a scholarship in memory of the former town historian.
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Oxford Hills rejects purchase of $3.8 million school bus garage at former Paris dealership
Maine School Administrative District 17 proposed to buy and renovate the vacant Bessey Motor Sales lot on Main Street in Paris.
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Norway ice rink heats up over February break
Bruce Fox Memorial Ice Rink on Cottage Street attracted skaters throughout February vacation week, from the kids next door to those from as far away as Portland.
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Loose horses hit, killed by vehicle in West Paris
The crash happened Friday night under ‘terrible road conditions,’ authorities said.
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Oxford County animal control officer takes role as dog’s best friend seriously
Brandon Holmes of Buckfield is rewriting the rules of animal control services in western Maine, 24/7.