The Select Board directed Chief Michael Ward to restructure the department. Since then changes and costs have been vigorously challenged by taxpayers.
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West Paris Water District makes case for rate hike
West Paris Water District, which going back at least five years, has neglected its infrastructure maintenance and relied on a meter and billing procedure as leaky as the district’s water reservoir, has proposed a 75% rate increase. Maine’s PUC and Public Advocate will accept public comments between August 3-23. WPWD Trustee David Walton said that the proposed effective date for new rates is Sept. 1.
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‘Good Trouble’ stakes a line in Norway, South Paris
Oxford Hills citizens displayed messages in support of climate reform, civil and human rights, American workers and the U.S. Constitution, or against President Donald Trump’s deportation policies and the growing influence of billionaires over U.S. politics and economy.
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Oxford Hills school construction projects progressing
Oxford Hills residents approved Pine Street in South Paris for a new middle school location; the site search for a new elementary school continues.
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Ripley, Winship reelected as Oxford Hills school board leaders
West Paris Director Veronica Poland initiated a conversation about setting goals for committees, saying it will provide accountability and give directors a better sense of the work being done on behalf of the district.
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Oxford Hills bids farewell to historic preservation icon Andrea Burns
Norway’s village would likely look very different today, but for the efforts of preservation warriors like Andrea Burns.
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West Paris Water District taking steps toward solvency
Town officials and contractors expressed concern that the district’s water reservoir has been only half-full and may not have enough water to save a burning building.
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Otisfield selectman, school director reelected at annual town meeting
Next year’s municipal operating budget will increase by 4% to $2.6 million.
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Pickles have taken Oxford Elementary’s lunch period by storm
The company mission: “At pickle inc. we make sure that you get the best pickles at school.”
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Pickles have taken Oxford Elementary’s lunch period by storm
The company mission: “At pickle inc. we make sure that you get the best pickles at school.”