I was disappointed in the Hebron Academy litigation story (Dec. 9). While the quotes I gave regarding the relationship between the academy and the town are mostly accurate, they were merely in response to the headmaster’s claims and have nothing to do with the litigation. Also, my final quote in the article, that more people […]
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Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills
Town officials to ‘brainstorm’ about SAD 17 budget
PARIS — Board of Selectmen Chairman Sam Elliot is hosting a meeting of chairmen from boards of selectmen and budget committees from Oxford Hills towns to discuss the growing SAD 17 budget. Elliot said the meeting will be a “brainstorming session” to discuss how to address the increasing school budget. “It’s a budget that affects […]
Posted inMaine
Hebron Academy tax issue heard by Maine’s highest court
PORTLAND — The state’s highest court heard arguments Wednesday on whether Hebron Academy, a private, college-preparatory school in Hebron, should have to pay property taxes on its ice arena because it collects fees from outside use. Lawyers representing the school and town appeared before the Maine Supreme Judicial Court in Portland to make their respective […]
Posted inOur View
Tax decision on Hebron rink important to all
We cannot hazard a guess on how the Maine Supreme Judicial Court will rule in Hebron Academy v. Town of Hebron, but we hope the school prevails. Otherwise, the decision could have far-reaching impact for schools and colleges that rent their facilities for community use. At issue is whether Hebron Academy must pay property taxes […]
Posted inLocal Sports
Local Roundup: Seahawks take out Mustangs
Boys’ basketball Boothbay 66, Monmouth 33 BOOTHBAY HARBOR — Anthony DiMauro scored 23 points and Lincoln Simmons hit for 11 more to lead Boothbay to a 66-33 victory over Monmouth Academy in an MVC boys’ basketball tilt Monday. Andrew Hallinen drained the game’s only 3-pointer and finished with nine points for the Seahawks. Marcques Houston […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Oxford Hills
Fight over Hebron Academy taxes goes to Maine high court
HEBRON — The Maine Supreme Judicial Court on Wednesday will hear arguments on whether Hebron Academy should pay property taxes on Robinson Arena and other facilities the school rents to outside groups. The results of that decision could be expensive for this private college-preparatory school, and could result in the school being closed to outside […]
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Oxford Hills
Decision on Hebron Academy taxation could affect all Maine private schools
HEBRON — The Maine Supreme Judicial Court’s decision in Hebron Academy v. Town of Hebron could have far-reaching effects on other schools and nonprofit organizations in the state, possibly forcing them to stop renting their facilities for outside use. In February, active retired Justice Robert W. Clifford ruled that Hebron Academy’s renting out of its […]
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Hebron boys’ basketball
Coach: Bill Flynn (sixth year) Last year’s record: 14-12 overall, MAISAD champions, lost in Class C New England championship Returning players: Seniors — Shaq Cezont-Holmes, Elijah Moreshead, Jiawei Lu, Ray Rawls; Junior — Brett Harkins. Key losses: Xavier Bernard, Dennis Ross, Mario Onoh, Royce Finley, Evan Kidd. Promising newcomers: Ian King, Jeff Turcotte, Obie Christmas, […]
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Hebron girls’ basketball
Coach: Heather Ferrenbach (13th year) Last year’s record: 1-15 Returning players: Senior — Leigh Fishman; Juniors — Olivia Brown, Donita Sharkey, Atupele Machika Key losses: Jenna Cote Promising newcomers: Senior — A’Nyce Munroe; Junior — Yang Li; Freshman — Morgan Lurz. Outlook: Hebron has a young and inexperienced club looking to build and improve as the […]