The Maine Rural Water Association secured a $50,000 grant to help with repair costs following the water system’s breakdown on Tuesday.
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Paris Select Board cuts code officer, town clerk to 24-hour workweek
Amid a tense Select Board meeting that included flashes of lewd acts on its big screen, the board voted to cut employee hours that will impact taxpayer services, almost 40 code violations wait for investigation on the code officer’s desk and for the foreseeable future citizens may not be able to pay their taxes during weekday afternoons.
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Norway Savings donates $3,000 to Celebration Barn Theater
PARIS — “We are so thankful for the support and commitment of Norway Savings Bank,” David Bruin, executive artistic director at Celebration Barn Theater, said in a press release. “It makes what we do and the impact we make possible.” That impact is impossible to even estimate when you consider the thousands of people who […]
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Paris Pulse: Your trusted source for local life and community spirit
In the lively heart of Paris, Maine, community spirit is alive and well. Whether you’re strolling through the farmers market on a quiet morning or watching kids light up while participating in this week’s summer activities at the park, our town thrives on connection, kindness, and local pride. This edition of Paris Pulse highlights the […]
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Paris cancels special town meeting 24 hours after scheduling it
The Select Board said it will work within the budget passed by voters at last month’s town meeting, which including a $1.2 million cut.
Posted inMaine Crime, News, Oxford Hills
Murder trial underway for Mexico man accused in 2022 death of stepson
Thomas Tellier is on trial in Oxford County Superior Court for the August 2022 shooting death of his stepson, Nicholas Trynor. The trial is expected to continue into the week.
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The story of a Paris Hill slave, Van Gogh Shogh in Farmington, ‘Footloose’ and live music everywhere | Get out!
Things to do this week in central and western Maine.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Business, Maine, News, Oxford Hills
Paris to get first Wendy’s restaurant in western Maine
The fast-food giant will be built in the Save A Lot parking lot at 179 Main St.
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Paris officials decline to sign petition barring town from cooperating with ICE
A petition brought by two residents asked town officials to not work with ICE unless there was a legitimate judicial warrant.
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Oxford Hills school district sets goal to improve daily attendance
Officials at Maine School Administrative District 17 are working to address the problem with chronic absenteeism.