The West Paris Water District is pursuing up to $1 million from the state to help pay for a mandated new reservoir.
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Message of peace painted on lake in Norway
The 100-feet-high ‘NO WAR’ message was painted by a group of anonymous artists on Sunday.
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Red Cross playing catch-up as Maine weather worsens blood shortage nationwide
The American Red Cross has announced its first severe blood shortage since 2024, worsened by the Feb. 22 snowstorm, which canceled drives.
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‘Death Cafe’ in Paris to foster open dialogue about end-of-life experiences
Death doulas are hosting informational sessions at the library for people and families to ask practical questions about issues related to dying.
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Paris historical societies to establish scholarship for students studying history
The organizations are selling commemorative eggs featuring images of eight Paris Hill historic sites to fund a scholarship in memory of the former town historian.
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Oxford Hills rejects purchase of $3.8 million school bus garage at former Paris dealership
Maine School Administrative District 17 proposed to buy and renovate the vacant Bessey Motor Sales lot on Main Street in Paris.
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Loose horses hit, killed by vehicle in West Paris
The crash happened Friday night under ‘terrible road conditions,’ authorities said.
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Norway pushing ahead with moratorium on lot rent increases for mobile homes
The moratorium would have to go before voters at a special town meeting.
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Paris resists school district proposal to move bus garage
A 10-year, $3.8 million bond referendum will be held Feb. 24. Objections to the proposed bus garage include traffic congestion, loss of property tax revenue and increased pressure on taxpayers.
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Old Advertiser Democrat building in Norway stands, for now
As the owner of 1 Pikes Hill aims to demolish the dilapidated building, the Planning Board agreed to a four-month waiting period so a new developer can be found.