Oxford Hills
CMCC gives Courage to Grow award
PARIS — During the past 10 years Central Maine Community College has offered the Courage to Grow award to very few select candidates. The award recognizes adult education students who have accomplished their educational goals while facing difficult situations. While most students would give up, recipients have shown courage and determination to complete their secondary […]
The hunger season — In a time of plenty, some families struggle to put food on the table
STATE — For many, summer means good eating – gardens and farmers markets overflow with fresh produce and the aroma of backyard grilling fills the air. It’s hard to believe that people are going hungry. But advocates say that for many food insecure families, particularly those with school-age children, summer is a lean time. According […]
No sides; one goal: Football
They were the faceless numbers, jerseys and helmets on the other side of the line of scrimmage and the body that was hitting or getting hit on football Friday nights. But this week, many of those foes have become friends. Rivals are now teammates and the common bond is playing to win the Maine Shrine […]
Rotary/Kiwanis clubs seek auction donations
Every year the donations received from the community enable the clubs to sponsor programs free to the community including the recent combined service organization event, Kiwanis Bike Rodeo and Rotary May Day Play Day. Other programs include Right Start, OHCHS Students of the Month, scholarships, Project Graduation and many others. Organizers are seeking donations of […]
Oxford Hills Comprehensive High students hear dangers of drunk, distracted driving
PARIS — On the day before prom, students at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School heard the consequences of drunk and distracted driving first-hand from those involved in accidents and emergency responders. The morning of lectures, videos and discussion was organized by the school’s Respect Team. Students moved from room to room for short presentations. In […]