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West Paris voters approve $413,996 mini-pumper for fire department
Voters at the annual town meeting also backed funds for Agnes Gray School security and reelected officials.
New scales debut at transfer station in Bethel
With installation completed, contractors are paying for their debris going forward, including $449 on day one.
‘Death Cafe’ in Paris to foster open dialogue about end-of-life experiences
Death doulas are hosting conversations at the community center for people to share their thoughts and experiences related to death and dying.
Portland restaurateurs open second Bethel-area eatery
Harding and Sarah Smith’s Mayville Union House replaces Grace Note Inn at 174 Mayville Road.
Stan Howe, ‘a father of Bethel history,’ dies at 81
Dr. Stanley Russell Howe was executive director of the Museums of the Bethel Historical Society from 1974–2010 and director of education and research from 2010–2012.
Stories of 7 generations of Waterford family still alive in historic home
Judy Green is writing her family’s history at a North Waterford homestead, from 1790 to today.
Gould Academy senior finds his passion with Bethel fire department
The Bethel firefighters attended Zach Garfield’s senior Four Point presentation at Gould Academy, supporting the 18-year-old’s newfound ‘identity.’
Parking signs go up at future West Paris post office
Town Manager Joy Downing says March 1 is a “fingers-crossed” target opening.
West Paris voters to decide on buying new firetruck at town meeting March 7
Security upgrades to the Agnes Gray School are on the warrant, too.
Bethel exhibit features Western Maine Olympians
Skiers and snowboarders from Oxford County are highlighted in the Bethel Historical Society display.
Next generation of Bethel-area gearheads driving forward — mostly on lawn mowers
Three Oxford County students are learning trades early — guided by family, mentors and their own drive.
Small historical societies struggle to survive: ‘No money, no membership, no space’
Oxford County groups hope to gather a second time this year to discuss shared concerns.
Open house to celebrate area’s first sober house in Woodstock
Mary Ellen and Marc Montplaisir have been renovating the nearly completed Chris’ Haven at 47 Old County Road for eight months.
Gould Academy sends cheer of support to Olympians
Frankie Del Duca and Gould alumni Nathan Pare, Brianna Schnorrbusch and Hanna Percy are competing in Milan, Italy.
Rangeley’s pond hockey tourney draws friends and family in Maine and beyond
Pond hockey festival blends rivalry, reunion and subzero temperatures.
At Saddleback everyone knows Jack
Jack Cuva, 9, has become part of Saddleback’s personality and family atmostphere.
One-of-a-kind fence draws focus at Rumford home
Courtney McPherson bought each door for a dollar and her husband got to work building their unique Rumford fence.
Oxford County sets lower tax rate for 2026
The rate set by commissioners Thursday is nearly $1.03 per $1,000 of property valuation, which is about 13 cents less than last year.
Aroma Joe’s opens in Bethel
Franchise owners say giving back will be part of the business model.
Purchase of roadside spring in Woodstock saves water source from development
Braydon Rice, of Woodstock, paid $70,000 to ensure the spring remains undeveloped. The town is likely to conduct a geological survey.
Western Maine ski resorts take dining up a notch
Stand in line cafeteria-style or try something different. Food and drink choices are aplenty at Maine’s three largest ski mountains: Saddleback, Sunday River and Sugarloaf.
Andover projects $1.58 M budget for school year
The budget includes Andover Elementary and payment for students attending SAD 44 and RSU 10 schools.
Gilead to hold town meeting March 28 at Town Hall
Select Board Chair Bob Ensslen said Town Hall improvements and new equipment for the Transfer Station are among the items to be voted on.
3 Gould Academy alumni join U.S. Olympic snowboard team
Gould graduates Nathan Pare, Hanna Percy and Brianna Schnorrbusch will compete at the February games in Milan, Italy.
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