GREENWOOD — In what was his first meeting as selectman, Norm Milliard immediately made his presence felt at Tuesday’s meeting. He proposed making changes to the current meeting agenda format. “There is always warrants on the list but nothing is ever explained on what the money’s for,” Milliard said. Milliard said he had from […]
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West Paris sets mil rate
WEST PARIS — A tax mil rate of 19.60 recommended by Town Manager Wade Rainey was approved unanimously by selectmen at last Thursday’s meeting. The rate is 20 cents more than it was last year. Deputy Clerk Donna DiConzo was presented an appreciation plaque for her dedication to the town. DiConzo recently announced her resignation. […]
Bethel airport gets new FAA certification
A recent certification by the FAA will allow more traffic to come to the airport.
Bethel Planning Board approves propane distribution facility
Panel voted 4-1 not to hold a public hearing on Everett Propane’s plans for its property on Route 26.
Henderson recognized for years of service to Greenwood
GREENWOOD — Fred Henderson’s last meeting as selectman was certainly one to remember. The selectman of 18 years was presented with the Spirit of America Award at the end of the June 18 meeting. The award is given to an individual who has displayed devotion to the community. Resident Norm Milliard defeated Henderson in a […]
Next steps taken in proposed bus garage project
BETHEL — At their June 17 meeting, SAD 44 directors unanimously approved “authorizing the Superintendent to take the steps necessary to submit the proposed bus garage and transportation facility project to November Referendum.” In August, board members are expected to vote to put it out to a referendum in November. Superintendent Dave Murphy said if […]
Upton approves all articles
UPTON — Upton voters approved all 42 articles in about an hour at last Thursday’s annual town meeting. Fifty people attended the meeting. Incumbent Joe Bernier was elected for another three-year term as selectman. Leslie Aron was chosen as Town Clerk for the ensuing year. She was the incumbent. Charlotte Dominique was chosen as Tax […]
Bethel voters cruise through 44 articles on warrant
With the major votes happening on Tuesday, Bethel’s annual meeting at CPS was a quick one last week.
Milliard chosen as selectman
GREENWOOD — This time around, only one round of voting was needed to determine a selectman at last Thursday’s special town meeting. Resident Norman Milliard was elected for a three-year term. He defeated Michele McDonnell and incumbent Fred Henderson. At the annual town meeting in May, no select person was elected after three rounds of […]
Historic replica nears completion
Just shy than a year after construction began, a replica of an office/library belonging to a notable citizen in the area is close to being finished.