SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Air Force Airman Mark L. Hayes graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits […]
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HUD survey seeks count of homeless
LEWISTON — If you or someone you know is homeless, Tri-County Mental Health Services needs your help. Government funds are sent to states and agencies based on the number of homeless that live in each community. Help get the resources you need simply by standing up being counted. There are two ways to be counted: 1. […]
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Area teachers named Unsung Heroes by Saint Michael’s College
COLCHESTER, Vt. — The following area teachers were named Unsung Heroes in the Saint Michael’s College Teacher Recognition Program. The teachers were nominated by former students who are now first-year students at Saint Michael’s College. Mary Hubka of Lake Region High School in Naples was named by Shannon VanLoan who said, “I think Senora Hubka […]
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Girl Scouts to sponsor babysitting class
HIRAM — Girl Scouts of Maine will offer a Babysitting 101 training program for girls in grade five and up in the Sacoppee Valley area. The program will include getting a babysitting business started, playtime ideas for children of all ages, understanding the likes and dislikes of children, troubleshooting and solutions to the most common […]
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Hiram man arrested on oxycodone trafficking charges
PARIS — A Hiram man accused of trafficking oxycodone near Sacopee Valley Middle School and Sacopee Valley High School is being held on $1,000 cash bail. Gary J. Robedee, of 11 Emmons Row, faces two charges of aggravated trafficking in scheduled drugs. According to affidavits, Robedee sold oxycodone to Maine Drug Enforcement Agency agents and confidential […]
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Leeds woman receives national award
AUGUSTA — The Association for Gravestone Studies board of trustees has selected Marilyn Burgess, Leeds, as a recipient of the Oakley Certificate of Merit. The award is given to groups or individuals who “…foster appreciation of the cultural significance of gravestones and burying grounds,” and it is in recognition of her work with Maine’s old […]
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Trooper breaks leg during foot chase in Oxford County
HIRAM (AP) — Authorities say a trooper is recovering after breaking his leg during a foot chase in Maine. The Oxford County Sheriff’s Office said police tried to serve arrest warrants Monday afternoon at a home in Hiram when the suspects ran off. Eighteen-year-old Patrick Hargis and 21-year-old Robert Hargis were wanted on multiple charges, […]
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Veteran recognition day set for Oct. 14
GREENWOOD — On Oct. 14, the Jackson-Silver American Legion Post 68 will host a Veteran Recognition Day for Oxford County veterans and their families at the Gore Road post. Members will recognize the service of local veterans who served in any war including but not limited to Desert Storm, Iraq and Afghanistan. The event will […]
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Cemetery group program, meeting HIRAM — The Maine Old Cemetery Association will hold its third 2012 program day and annual meeting on Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Great Ossipee Museum, 20 Historical Ridge (off Schoolhouse Road, off Route 17). The public is invited. Lunch reservation deadline is Sept. 20. Featured speakers will be Jessica Felix, […]
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Mexico High Class of 1948 MEXICO — The Mexico High School Class of 1948 will meet for their monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 12, at Far East Restaurant. All members and their guests are invited. Second Zumba class added PARIS — The Oxford Hills/Buckfield Adult Education Zumba class beginning Monday, Oct. 22, from […]