I recently came across a song I hadn’t heard in many years. It’s called “Misalliance,” written by the comedy duo, Flanders and Swann. It tells of a honeysuckle and a bindweed that fall in love. This is a problem because honeysuckles spiral clockwise and bindweeds, anti-clockwise. The two don’t care, they are in love. However, […]
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Movie Review: ‘The Accountant 2’
“The Accountant” was a mid-sized hit from 2016 that, until recently, had a reputation as a wannabe franchise-starter that never got a follow-up. I watched the first movie for research last weekend, and I would have guessed that the reason the film went so long without a sequel was that the key players knew that […]
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Norway Recreation programs
Save the date for the 10th annual Norway Family Fishing Festival on Saturday, May 31, from 8-10 a.m. at Butters Park. This event falls during Maine’s Free Fishing weekend, so no licenses are needed to join! Be on the lookout for Swimming Lessons, starting in July! Cemetery Department: Plots are being sold for Lakeview Cemetery. […]
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Kids’ Book Review: ‘The Boxcar Children:’ Easy Readers
The Boxcar Children: Easy Readers; Level 2 By Gertrude Chandler Warren Your parents, grandparents, and/or great-grandparents may have read the Boxcar Children when they were little, as they were first published in 1924. The author, Gertrude Chandler Warner, a first-grade teacher, wrote the first 19 stories. Other writers continued writing for the series, always noting […]
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Bernard and Travis need forever homes
Bernard is a senior cat who was brought to us as a stray. Estimated to be around 12 years old, Bernard is one of the sweetest cats at our shelter, which has made him a staff and visitor favorite. Upon arrival, Bernard was low weight and slightly matted, but he quickly put on weight and […]
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Movie Review: ‘Thunderbolts’
“Thunderbolts*,” the latest offering from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, seems like awfully familiar territory. In the film, a group of assassins, criminals, and burnouts band together to form a ragtag group of do-gooders looking for redemption. There are definitely shades of the MCU’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” in play. Or how about that Sony-controlled “Sinister […]
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Movie Review: ‘A Minecraft Movie’
After a mere two weekends, “A Minecraft Movie” has claimed the top spot of the 2025 domestic box office. It’s not shocking that this franchise piece beat out January fare, but since then we’ve had an MCU entry and this movie just blew right past it. And I have to ask: Why? Okay, I know […]
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Paris Pulse: Your guide to community life & local events
The Town of Paris is alive with exciting happenings, meaningful initiatives, and opportunities to connect. Whether you’re seeking family fun, civic engagement, or ways to give back, there’s something for everyone in this edition of Paris Pulse. Community Events and Activities Easter Scavenger Hunt a Hopping Success! The Easter Scavenger Hunt was a great success, bringing […]
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Norway Town Hall News
Norway Recreation programs: The 10th Annual Norway Family Fishing Festival: Save the date! Saturday, May 31, 8-10 a.m. at Butters Park. This event falls during Maine’s Free Fishing weekend, so no licenses are needed to join! Cemetery Department: Plots are being sold for Lakeview Cemetery. Reach out to Deven at 207-739-7050 for more information. Cross […]
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What I’ve learned: If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Here are some examples of people and things in the “don’t fix it” class. Tim Lincecum, who was a Major League pitcher for ten seasons: 2007-2016. He was nicknamed “The Freak” because his throwing mechanics were so unorthodox. He was not powerfully built, being only 5 feet 11 […]