Old Home Days returns to West Paris after a decade
Longtime tradition set for June 27, with new attractions led by local volunteer Jeff Holley.
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A couple of ghoulish neighbors appear in West Paris
A pair of skeletons hang around in a barn window in time for April Fool’s Day.
Dog takes a paws amid Easter prep in South Paris
Ollie, a 7-year-old Springer Spaniel, relaxes at Oxford Hills Mercantile as owner David Robichaud prepares Easter merchandise in South Paris ahead of the April 5 holiday.
Update: South Paris boil water order lifted
Several old, shallow pipes ruptured along High Street this week as the ground thawed following an extremely cold winter.
New breaks bog down South Paris water line repairs
Several old, shallow pipes ruptured as the ground thawed following an extremely cold winter.
Hebron voters pass $1.2M budget, oppose land use ordinance change
Voters also elected a new selectman and a new director to Maine School Administrative District 17.
No Kings rally returns to Oxford Hills March 28
The demonstration will be held on the corner of Main and Fair streets at the Norway/Paris town line.
Work continues to repair broken watermain in Paris
Workers said the main likely froze and broke over the winter and then burst as the ground thawed this week.
West Paris Water District unveils plans for infrastructure upgrades
The utility is looking at three major upgrades and pursuing community block grants and other funding sources to cover the costs.
Hearing on halting rent increase at Norway mobile home park set for March 19
A public hearing will be held to present details of the proposed six-month moratorium on hiking mobile home lot rent, which is similar to one enacted in Jay three months…
Where to take your dog in western Maine, from patios to trails
Find dog-friendly walking paths, welcoming restaurants and parks where you can bring your pooch in towns including Bethel, Farmington, Rumford and Rangeley and more.
Wondering what to do when winter weather closes your town in western Maine? We’ve got answers.
We’ve created a guide for what to do and where to go when weather disrupts town operations in Oxford and Franklin counties.
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.
12-year-old skier hospitalized after hitting trees at Black Mountain in Rumford
The boy was free-skiing with friends Sunday, went off the trail, over a steep embankment and into trees, a ski area official said.
Message of peace painted on lake in Norway
The 100-feet-high ‘NO WAR’ message was painted by a group of anonymous artists on Sunday.
Propane tank left open at Norway hospital
A propane tank left behind by a construction crew at MaineHealth Stephens Hospital was removed Feb. 27 after ‘an unusual odor’ wafted through the building, an administrator said.
‘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.
Red Cross playing catch-up as Maine weather worsens blood shortage nationwide
The American Red Cross has announced its first severe blood shortage since 2024, worsened by the Feb. 22 snowstorm, which canceled drives.
Paris historical societies to establish scholarship for students studying history
The organizations are selling commemorative eggs featuring images of eight Paris Hill historic sites to fund a scholarship in memory of the former town historian.
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.
Oxford Hills rejects purchase of $3.8 million school bus garage at former Paris dealership
Maine School Administrative District 17 proposed to buy and renovate the vacant Bessey Motor Sales lot on Main Street in Paris.
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.
Norway ice rink heats up over February break
Bruce Fox Memorial Ice Rink on Cottage Street attracted skaters throughout February vacation week, from the kids next door to those from as far away as Portland.
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