Avon, Kingfield, and Phillips approve budget while Strong narrowly opposes it.
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Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Oxford Hills school district fills two administrative positions
Jamie Toohey has been promoted to principal of Paris Elementary School. Lynn Newell is the district’s new multitiered systems of support coordinator and Hebron Station School’s interventionist.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Wood bank in Franklin County would provide help for heating
With winter in mind, United Methodist Economic Ministry in Salem Township wants to help low-income residents get heat assistance.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, The Bethel Citizen
West Paris Water District issues emergency ‘do not use order’ to customers
The district’s supply pump failed due to surges of its electrical system. The reservoir is being monitored and supplied by bulk water haulers.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Wilton Blueberry Festival celebrates ’80s theme with big crowds
The 2025 festival featured parades, pie contests, dancing and fireworks.
Posted inThe Rangeley Highlander
Meet the new Rangeley Health and Wellness community health worker
A new community health worker, Terri Kelly, has joined the Rangeley Health and Wellness team. The role and responsibilities of a community health worker are multifaceted. They are frontline public health workers who have a close understanding of the communities they serve. Primarily, they bridge the gap by connecting individuals to healthcare and government resources. […]
Posted inThe Bethel Citizen
Oxford County students named 2025 Mitchell Scholars
COUNTY — Samantha Adams and Layce Boucher of Mountain Valley High School, and Gabrielle Thompson of Telstar Regional High School have been named 2025 Mitchell Scholars by the Mitchell Institute. The 2025 Scholars join more than 3,800 past recipients who have been unlocking their potential, having successful college experiences, and contributing to the vitality of […]
Posted inLocal News, Maine, Rumford Falls Times
All-Persons Trail nears completion in Rumford Community Forest
“We really have a sense of pride in what we’re doing and want to make something to be proud of and shine out here,” said Travis Dustin, lands coordinator for Inland Woods + Trails.
Posted inLocal News, Maine, Oxford Hills, Rumford Falls Times
Rumford YMCA day camp serves up life lessons and fun in its first year
Field trips to the YMCA of Lewiston-Auburn and mornings at Inland Woods + Trails have packed campers’ days.
Posted inLocal News, Maine, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Rumford voters approve money for Park and Recreation office, garage
The former building sustained an estimated $2 million damage, including equipment, in a December 2023 flood.