A federal judge cited complex mental health issues among other reasons for freeing her for time served in jail.
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Teaching ‘outside the box’ (in West Paris)
Agnes Gray Elementary School in West Paris has been awarded a $250,000 grant from the Maine Department of Education to expand its outdoor education program.
Woodstock man dies in West Paris car crash
Casey Ryerson died at the scene Wednesday after his vehicle became airborne when it struck two culverts.
Firetruck parked at chief’s home drives discussion
WEST PARIS — Thursday evening, selectmen discussed if the Fire Chief Troy Billings could park a firetruck at his home instead of at the station. Billings explained he could get to an emergency faster with the truck at his home, and the gear inside it. He could leave immediately. If he arrived sooner, he could prevent […]
Boards of Selectmen: Greenwood, West Paris
Greenwood Resident Norman Millett was presented with the 2021 Spirit of America Award, recognizing him for his dedication to the town. Millett served 15 years on the select board, five years on the planning board and is currently serving on the board of appeals. This year’s town report was also dedicated to Millett. Selectmen decided […]
Board signs resolution, gets local rec update
WEST PARIS — Selectmen signed a resolution that states the town’s support of the constitutional right to bear arms, which was passed at a special town meeting earlier this month. Library Director Brenda Gould said the library has removed many of its guidelines but is still recommending that people wear masks when inside the building. […]
Special West Paris town meeting Saturday
WEST PARIS — A special town meeting covering a sale of land, two ordinances and a resolution will take place this Saturday at 10 a.m. at the West Paris Fire Station on Kingsbury Street. After selecting a moderator, the second article on the warrant will ask if residents want to authorize town officials to sell […]
West Paris wildfire draws firefighters from several towns
Maine Forest Service helicopters also were used to fight the fire.
New town manager introduced
WEST PARIS — Thursday, Joy Dinsmore was introduced as the new town manager during the town’s regularly scheduled select board meeting. Selectmen approved appointing Dinsmore as town manager, tax collector, treasurer, clerk, road commissioner, general assistance administrator, local public access officer and addressing officer. Dinsmore has previously served as Adult Residential Manager at John F. […]