The draft spending plan represents a $14.5 million tax assessment, which is 4.7% less than the current year. But ‘significant changes’ are likely.
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Oxford Hills to vote Nov. 4 on seeking funds for new middle school
The referendum also asked voters if they also want a locally-funded larger gym and bleachers as well as a new outdoor learning center.
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Another Paris select board member quits as road commissioner suspended
Personnel turnover continues as the board grapples with lack of quorum at future meetings.
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West Paris man charged with drug trafficking, assault after attack on 2 police officers
Police arrested Heith Bernard after officers were called to a disturbance Oct. 15 at Dollar General in South Paris.
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600 jack-o’-lanterns on display at McLaughlin Garden & Homestead in South Paris
The 12th annual Halloween celebration is produced by and for the Oxford Hills community and runs Friday and Saturday night, organizers said.
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Blown transformer sets off sparks, lights fires in Paris
A transformer blew at 227 Main St. in Paris about 2 p.m., reportedly setting hay bales on fire in front of Paris Farmers Union.
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Sheriffs in Androscoggin, Franklin and Oxford counties propose regional jail
The sheriffs say overcrowding and rising costs have them searching for ways to save money and improve programs.
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Oxford Hills students coping with ‘unplugged’ phones
Students at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High and Middle schools began the school year with a more restrictive phone and personal device policy.
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Vice chair resigns from Paris Select Board
The town manager will seek a special election to complete the remaining nine months of Matthew Brackett’s term.
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Oxford Hills schools show improvement in absentee rate, safety, student success
Maine School Administrative District 17 has met or exceeded goals set for a three-year strategic plan, though math assessments remained flat amid a new curriculum program.