The Oxford County Sheriff’s Office says two deputies shot a Hartford man Saturday night after his stepfather reported a domestic assault.
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Paris residents hear pros, cons of restructured police force
Chief Michael Ward says changes will lead to quicker response times and greater safety; opponents say it costs too much.
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Oxford Fire Rescue providing kits for those with autism
The items are used as a distraction to help responders tend to immediate needs.
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Oxford fire/rescue chief pitches for full-time crew
With a casino, race track and more retail than in neighboring towns, Oxford has the busiest fire rescue department in southern Oxford County.
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Girls indoor track: 2025 Sun Journal All-Region team
Leavitt leads the way with three athletes on the list of top area performers.
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Auburn church offers panel talk on love, grief, loss March 30
The Adult Religious Education group, chaired by Charles I. Nero, is presenting a year of programming on the theme “The Power of Love” to explore the Unitarian Universalist Association’s new covenant
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Oxford center to host singles date night March 21
People are invited for socializing, music, games and pizza.
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Otisfield to hold monthly community forest planning meetings
The meetings begin March 25. Other meetings will be held on April 22, May 21, June 24, Jul 22 and Aug. 26.
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New bus service connects Oxford Hills to Lewiston, Auburn
Western Maine Transportation Services is testing the bus route through May 30. If ridership maintains sustainable levels, the service will be extended.
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Oxford’s proposed budget for 2025-26 up 7%, but overall spending set to drop
Adjustments to capital equipment purchases and road maintenance could bring enough savings to allow the Fire & Rescue Department to begin 24-hour EMS staffing.