Waldo County Sheriff Office’s Detective and former Oxford County Sheriff’s Office deputy, Zane Loper is returning to his roots in Oxford County, this time as an administrator.
Evan W. Houk
Evan Houk is a journalist originally from Bessemer, Pennsylvania, who writes and takes photographs for the Advertiser Democrat and Sun Journal. He's also the creator of the Oxford Hills Now newsletter. Evan lives in West Paris and enjoys hiking in the woods, swimming, and reading Stephen King books.
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West Paris Water District repairs, chlorination begin
WEST PARIS — A West Paris Water District pump station has been repaired and chlorination of the water has begun in hopes of lifting the months-long boil water order in August, according to water district superintendent Bill Gardner. A brand new flow meter was also installed. This week, a company will be cleaning out the […]
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West Paris post office to move into former nursing home on Route 26
The announcement comes a little more than a month after U.S. Rep. Jared Golden,, D-Lewiston, sent a letter to the postal service demanding answers about reestablishing a post office in West Paris.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Business
North Waterford Food Truck Park looks to rebuild community space
The former operators of the beloved Melby’s, Tracey and Wayne Hill, have set up shop in the Buffalo Hill food truck right across the street.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat
West Paris municipal buildings set to get lower electric bills
The town signed a contract with the nonprofit Maine PowerOptions, an energy-purchasing consortium that can give a lower rate on electricity and fuel.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, The Bethel Citizen
West Paris Fire Department gets UTV trailer with King grant
WEST PARIS — The West Paris Fire Department was able to purchase a new utility terrain vehicle, or UTV, and a trailer using a $50,000 grant from the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation. Firefighters have received training from the state related to the UTV, Town Manager Joy Downing said during the select board meeting July […]
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Business, Oxford Hills
Norway co-op housing set for another public hearing
The project is being proposed by Norway Equitable Housing Cooperative to bring more affordable housing to the area.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Maine, Maine Crime
‘Ding dong ditch’ shooting victim released from hospital
Dominick Mellon, 18, of Bridgton has been issued a cease harassment notice and trespass warning. The alleged shooter, Vincent Martin, has been charged with felony assault and felony reckless conduct.