NORWAY — The Second Congregational Church, U.C.C., 205 Main St., Norway, will hold its annual Music Sunday worship service on Sunday, June 16, at 10 a.m. It will be a wonderful and inspirational service filled with choral music and scriptures. Light refreshments will be served after the service. Music Sunday is a long-standing tradition at […]
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Conservation photo contest
AREA — The Oxford County Soil & Water Conservation District has announced its 2019 Conservation Photo Contest. The OCSWCD is looking for the best conservation photo in the field of Agriculture, Forestry, Soil & Water or Wildlife to grace the cover of its 2019 Annual Report. A prize package provided by Aubuchon Hardware, Tractor Supply […]
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Installations held for Tent 19
NORWAY – Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War, Hannah F. Richardson Tent 19, Stoneham, held its regular meeting on May 23, at the home of Elaine Lagueux. Installation was held for Treasurer Margaret Babineau, who just returned from her winter in Arizona. Installation was also held for the Tent’s new member, Elizabeth Rafferty. […]
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Fight Back 5K is June 8 in Norway
NORWAY — “Life is good, keep it simple” was one of Fred Washer’s favorite quotes. He lived in Norway for most of his 49 years, was an avid outdoorsman, and loved life. Washer also enjoyed participating in 5K and 10K charity road races. He participated in the annual Dempsey Challenge for a number of years, […]
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Paper welcomes Dee Menear to staff
NORWAY — The Advertiser Democrat welcomes Dee Menear as its staff writer. “It is tough losing a seasoned top-notch reporter like Leslie Dixon,” said A.M. Sheehan, managing editor, western Maine weeklies. “However the gods were looking out for us and sent us a staff writer who is also an experienced reporter and excellent writer!” Menear […]
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There’s order and then there’s the law …
Editor’s Note: The Norway Police Department’s Citizens Academy offers the public an opportunity to learn about law enforcement and what it does from those who do it. It began in April and each week we will feature a class from the eight-week academy. Week 2 – Criminal Law and the Court System – ADA Joseph O’Connor […]
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Youth Field Day is June 22
PARIS — The Norway-Paris Fish & Game Association will host a Youth Field Day for people ages 9 to 15, on Saturday, June 22, beginning with check-in from 8:30 to 9 a.m. Safety instruction will be given at all activities: Basic Map and Compass, Archery, 22 Rifle, Basic First Aid, Soft Air Rifle, Trap Shooting […]
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Poland man serves half a world away
YOKOSUKA, Japan — Petty Officer 2nd Class Ra Chhay, a native of Poland, Maine, was inspired to join the military because his godfather served in the Marines and his stepfather served in the Navy. He wanted to keep the proud family tradition going. Now, nine years later and half a world away at Fleet Activities […]
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This ’N That
TOPS NORWAY — TOPS meets Tuesdays in the Association Hall at Town & Country Mobile Home Village, 99 Town & Country Drive, Norway. Weigh-in is from 4 to 4:45 p.m. and the meeting is from 5 to 6 p.m. Yearly membership is $32 and monthly dues are $5, which include a bimonthly magazine subscription to […]
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Harrison library sets June events
HARRISON — The Friends of the Library will hold its Annual Book, Bake and Plant Sale at the library on Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to noon. Gently used books, plants from local gardens, and baked goods will be available. Everyone is welcome to participate in Read ME, a statewide program presented by the […]