Derek Benner was born in Hartford, grew up in Norway and graduated from Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School in 1989. A long way — in many respects — from Southern California. But that’s a hot spot for the Customs Service, so that’s where Derek is. Since 1991, Benner has risen to become the top law […]
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Eats: 76 (very) Pleasant Street
Oh, 76 Pleasant Street, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Yes, it sure is a rare day when I wax poetic, but the lovely evening and wonderful food last Saturday night at 76 Pleasant Street in Norway put stars in my eyes. Thus begins a new affair. I would love to […]
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Fairy houses
The “Fairy Houses and Nature” class offered through the L.O.O.K (Learning Opportunities for Our Kids) program at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School took a field trip to Robert’s Farm. Robert’s Farm is free and open to the public through the Western Foothills Land trust. The trail system offers a 5K and a 3K loop, for […]
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Child seat inspection
Stephens Memorial Hospital will hold a child safety seat inspection from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, at the Norway Fire Department. Certified child passenger safety technicians will be available to provide free hands-on inspections. It is not necessary for the child to be present but if possible it is best to bring […]
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Norway tax bills mailed soon
NORWAY – Town Manager David Holt has announced that property tax bills are expected to be mailed late this week. The tax rate increase from $13 to $13.60 means for every $100,000 in property value, owners will pay an additional $60. “Increases in costs for fuel and insurances, lack of new construction to increase the […]
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Reception for library directors
NORWAY — The Norway Memorial Library board of trustees invite the public to a reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19, for outgoing Library Director Ann Siekman and incoming Director Beth Kane. Siekman is retiring after 30 years at the library and Kane is beginning her tenure as the new director after six […]
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Church readying for 11th Tent-N-Treasures Yard Sale
NORWAY – The friends and members of the Second Congregational Church, U.C.C., on Main Street, are busy sorting, cleaning and pricing items for their 11th annual Tent-N-Treasures Yard Sale, which will be held Saturday, Aug. 27. According to Keith Ladner, chairperson of the board of trustees, “We are often imitated, but never duplicated. If you […]