WEST PARIS — Residents will celebrate small-town life with fireworks, a parade, live music, Alumni Day, food and lots more during West Paris Old Home Days over the June 1-3 weekend. This year’s theme is “Rediscover West Paris: The Gem of Western Maine.” A flag ceremony will kick off the event at 5 p.m. Friday […]
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Historical Society meeting OXFORD — The Oxford Historical Society will hold their May meeting at 6 p.m. Friday, May 25, at the Kay House Museum in Oxford Village. The American Legion will present the American flag etiquette. After the program a social time with coffee and light refreshments will be held. All are invited. Garden […]
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Lawyer: Teen driver wasn’t drunk or texting
LEWISTON — The lawyer representing Kristina Lowe, the driver in a fatal crash in January, said a patch of ice caused the crash that killed two teenagers, not texting or drinking. Criminal defense lawyer James Howaniec said he has proof that Lowe wasn’t texting at the time of the crash. He called on Maine State […]
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First Universalist Church of West Paris May worship services
WEST PARIS – May is named for Maia, the Greek goddess of spring and growth. The First Universalist Church offers diverse worship services, from encouraging spiritual growth to appreciating and protecting the earth. Services are presented with a combination of Worship Service Committee members and guest speakers. All are welcome to attend; services are 9 […]
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Church Women United meet PARIS — Church Women United will meet at 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 4, at the South Paris Lutheran Church. The subject of the program will be, “Listen to My Sisters – Sights and Sounds of Harmony.” Refreshments will be served. All are invited. Texas Hold ’em planned HARRISON — The Harrison […]
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Oxford teenager makes first court appearance on manslaughter charges
LEWISTON — An Oxford teen facing manslaughter charges for the deaths of two passengers in a car she crashed in January made her first appearance in court Wednesday afternoon. Kristina Lowe, 19, facing charges in the deaths of Rebecca Mason, 16, of West Paris and Logan Dam, 19, of Norway, appeared in 8th District Court via […]
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Kindergarten registration HARRISON — Harrison Elementary School is looking for children who will be five years old on or before Oct. 15. Registration and screening will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, May 24. For an appointment, call Mrs. Fuller at 583-2357. Food Pantry at Spurrs Church OTISFIELD — The Food Pantry […]
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Easter egg hunt was family event
The West Paris Library held an Easter egg hunt and story and egg craft on April 7. Martha and Jim Thompson of West Paris brought their family. Their 1-year-old son Ezra was one of the youngest participants. His brother, 6-year-old Emmett, stayed busy working on the egg decorating craft.
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Oxford County arrest log
PARIS — The following arrests were logged at the Oxford County Jail: * Kyle T. Kimball, 20, of Norway, April 24, failure to appear, $100 cash bail, Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. * Edgardo Lozano, 40, of Kearsarge, N.H., operating after suspension, Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. * Aaron G. McCaffrey, 27, of Mexico, April 24, criminal […]