PARIS — Voters will get another chance to hear the views of those supporting and opposing a proposed casino for Oxford during a debate Wednesday, Oct. 20, at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. The debate, sponsored by the Advertiser Democrat, a Norway-based weekly newspaper and part of the Sun Media Group, will start at 7 […]
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Grassroots group says anti casino signs ransacked
OXFORD — A local grassroots campaign formed in opposition to the November ballot question asking for a casino in Oxford says its homemade signs have come under increasing attack. Over the weekend two large 4-foot by 8-foot campaign signs were knocked down at locations along Route 26, and organizers say they know it was done […]
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Residents of Route 26 weigh pros and cons of Oxford casino
OXFORD — One of the many signs urging a yes vote on the upcoming ballot question on a casino sits planted in the shoulder along Route 26. Bright blue with white letters in a red box, it urges, “Take Charge Now! — Yes on 1.” Just 100 yards or so away stands the hulking and […]
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Casino debate set for Wednesday in South Portland
SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The sides for and against a proposed casino in Oxford County will debate the statewide referendum question this week. The Portland Regional Chamber is sponsoring the debate Wednesday morning in South Portland. The debate will be moderated by Chris Hall of the chamber. In support of the casino will be […]
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Group opposing casino in Oxford launches campaign Web site
BANGOR — The campaigns for and against a proposed casino in Oxford heated up online again Tuesday. A group opposing the ballot measure aimed at bringing a resort casino to Oxford has set up a campaign Web site, according a release issued by the group, Citizens Against the Oxford Casino. The Web site, baddealformaine.com, “will […]
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We can do better
I recently saw a Warren Buffet quote: “Gambling is a tax on stupidity.” It is true that a great deal of money is spent gambling, and some of it goes for taxes. However, calling it stupid doesn’t take into consideration the motivation of the individuals who gamble. There are many who gamble only with money […]
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Oxford Fair kicks off Sunday
OXFORD — The Oxford Fairgrounds gates will open for an inaugural community day on Sunday, kicking off the weeklong Oxford Fair. Sunday’s events start at 9 a.m., and booths showcasing local nonprofits will be on display throughout the day. A Winter Warmth Road Race, featuring both a five-kilometer race and one-mile fun run, will open […]
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Oxford casino would create 2,784 jobs, report says
A new study released by a university economist shows a resort-styled casino built in Oxford would generate $127 million in revenue annually and visitors would spend an additional $51 million for food and services in the area. The study was commissioned by Maine Taxpayers Taking Charge, which supports a resort casino in Oxford, which goes […]
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SPEFS 10 Oxford Hills football
Coach: Nate Danforth (third year) Last year’s record: 1-7 Returning players: Seniors — Chris Priest (TE/SS), Matt Farnum (TE/FS), Danny Taylor (FL/CB), Andy Ripley (TB/CB). Key losses: Nate Dubois (RB/DB), Jake Hall (RB/SS), Matt Verrier (QB), Eli Dolloff (Slot/DE), Jake Allen (G/NT). Promising newcomers: Seniors — Zack Moore (FB), Jon Flanders (TB/DE); Junior — Logan […]