BETHEL — This week, we had the pleasure of learning more about one of our newest members, Craig Harris. Craig and his wife Bev moved to Maine and never looked back! He has always been involved in community service and we are thrilled that Craig is devoting his service to the work of the […]
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Foundation addresses urgent food insecurity needs
STATE — The end of expanded food assistance benefits, coupled with rising food costs, has created an enormous challenge for Mainers trying to put food on the table. As schools let out for the summer, this is particularly concerning for children and families who will lose access to school meals until the fall. To help […]
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Jail log
Oxford County Jail Log for week ending July 10, 2023.PARIS — The following arrests were logged at the Oxford Oxford County Sheriff’s Office.Mark A. Theriault, 57, Milton Township, violating condition of release, 1:13 p.m., June 30, Milton, Oxford County SheriffMichael R. Moores, 38, Oxford, two counts violating condition of release, 12:48 a.m., July 1, Norway […]
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Unique educational event for horse owners
Photo courtesy Maren Bohleber. ORONO — The University of Maine School of Food and Agriculture, University of Maine Cooperative Extension, and the Maine Animal Health Fund will present a two-day educational event focusing on equine biomechanics, anatomy, and the use of technology in the industry. The event is scheduled for Friday, July 21 at Zillman […]
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Legion News
BETHEL — On Saturday, July 15, the American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary here in Bethel, will be manning (and womaning) a tent at the Summerfest on the Town Common. Please stop by and learn about the American Legion and the Auxiliary and what we do for veterans and the families of deployed military. The […]
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Discussion with Professor Doug Tallamy slated
BETHEL — Join the co-founder of Homegrown National Park, and Professor of Agriculture for an evening dedicated to gardening, ecology – and fun! This year marks the third annual Monarch Festival. Presented by Mahoosuc Land Trust (MLT) under its “Habitat for All” initiative, the festival brings the community together around a 16,000-square-foot pollinator garden. […]
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Famous chicken pies for sale
HARRISON — The Bolsters Mills United Methodist Church will be selling our famous chicken pies and gravy on the third Saturday of the month until further notice. This month’s sale will be on Saturday, July 15. Orders for pies will be taken only on the morning of July 15 by calling the Church between 9 […]
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Briefs
Senior College BETHEL — Welcome to summer? Oh well, it’s bound to get better. And because that’s true and because the outdoor Annual Meeting and PotLuck were so well attended last year, we are going to do it again. It will be held from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday, August 12 on Irene and Jack Kuchta’s […]
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Give back when you get outside this summer
NORWAY — The Maine West initiative is challenging people across the Oxford Hills, greater Bethel, and the River Valley areas to earn cash rewards for local food pantries by getting outside for healthy outdoor activities this summer. The Summer 2023 Second Nature Adventure Challenge kicked off on July 4 and will run through Labor […]
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USDA reminds producers to file crop acreage reports
STATE — Agricultural producers who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after spring planting should make an appointment with the Oxford County Farm Service Agency (FSA) before the applicable deadline. “In order to comply with USDA program eligibility requirements, all producers must file an accurate crop acreage report by the applicable deadline,” said […]