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Good morning!
You may have seen the recent news about changes with the delivery schedule of the Advertiser Democrat, as part of the ongoing efforts at the Maine Trust for Local News.
We're focusing our resources on delivering more in-depth community journalism, and keeping you informed with daily digital news on SunJournal.com. Newsletters like Oxford Hills Now are just one way to help keep us digitally connected to what’s going on in our communities.
I’ll continue to report on news in the Oxford area, including in Norway, Paris, West Paris, Hebron, Harrison, Otisfield and Waterford, and I look forward to growing Oxford Hills Now with your support. A great way to do that is by sharing this newsletter with a friend and encouraging them to sign up.
Also in today's newsletter: Deciding where to build new schools is complicated; educators honored; and concerns over federal funding cuts.
Thanks for reading,
A.M. Sheehan |
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K9 Unit Officer John Lewis records, on a drone, the Oxford Hills Technical School students showing middle schoolers how to ice fish Wednesday, Feb. 26, on Lake Pennesewassee in Norway. A.M. Sheehan/ Advertiser Democrat
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MORE NEWS |
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Special education and intervention, internet security, internship programs and active shooter preparedness are just a few examples of how federal funding cuts could impact education at the local level.
Voters disapproved of paying off the lease on backhoe loader at Saturday’s West Paris annual town meeting, but approved more money for animal control and money to cover legal fees. Selectmen Eli White, SAD 17 Director Veronica Poland and Water District Trustees Judy Boutilier and David Walton were elected.
One middle school and three elementary school teachers were recognized as Staff Member of the Month at the SAD 17 meeting on March 3.
Where will Oxford Hills’ two new schools be built? Site selection is a complicated process driven by Maine Department of Education requirements and the wants and needs of the Oxford Hills community, which are often at odds with one another. |
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Norway Savings Bank Continues Support of The Progress Center |
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Norway Savings Bank representatives were thrilled to deliver a surprise $1,500 donation recently to The Progress Center in Oxford in recognition of its incredible work and impact. NSB has gladly contributed over $30,000 to the organization over the past decade. The Progress Center offers a wide variety of carefully individualized supports and case management services that help intellectually and/or developmentally disabled individuals maintain and improve their physical, mental, social, and emotional wellbeing. The organization’s mission is to inspire hope, independence, and lasting change within the community through building a healthy environment in which all individuals can thrive. For more information, including ways in which you can help the center in its efforts, call (207) 743-8049 or visit www.progresscentermaine.org |
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THINGS TO DO |
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The Oxford Hills Area Clergy Association is pleased to announce the return of the Lenten Luncheon Series. The luncheons will be held at the First Congregational Church in Paris at 17 East Main St. at noon every Friday through April 11. All churches and community members are invited. Enjoy a lunch of soup, sandwiches, coffee and cookies for $10. All proceeds will be used to help the needy in our communities.
After school 4H-art program: Children will have the option to display artwork in fairs. The program will be held on Wednesdays, March, 12, 19, 26, and April 2 and 9. The cost is $35 per student; scholarships are available. Please reach out if a scholarship is needed. Registrations can be found online or in person at the Norway Town Office Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Take a break from winter with the March lecture series at McLaughlin Garden and Homestead. People can attend in person or online. March 12, 3:30 to 5 p.m.: What Do Bees Do in the Winter? 97 Main St., Paris. |
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THE WAY IT WAS IN OXFORD HILLS |
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Mar. 9, 2017: Ryan Ricci goes before the Norway Select Board to get approval for a liquor license for a new bar/restaurant. Today, 290 Maine is always hoping and usually filled to the brim.
Click here to read more on this story from 2017 from our archives on Newspapers.com. |
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A.M. Sheehan is the managing editor for the Sun Journal's group of western Maine weeklies and the author of this newsletter. In her free time, she enjoys reading, theater, cooking and gardening. Send story suggestions or newsletter info to A.M. You can support this newsletter by sharing it and encouraging friends and family to sign up. |
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