OXFORD — Oxford Fire Chief Scott Hunter held on to his position Tuesday by 40 votes, according to unofficial results. Residents voted 243-203 for Hunter over his challenger, Shawn Cordwell, a captain on the Oxford Fire Department. Fewer than 450 cast ballots in Tuesday’s municipal election. On the Board of Selectmen, Selectmen Dennis Sanborn and […]
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Oxford County arrest log
PARIS — The following arrests were logged at the Oxford County Jail: * Jesse R. Arsenault, 25, of Peru, June 8, operating after suspension, violation of bail condition and failure to appear, Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. * Christopher A. Burbank, 34, of Parsonsfield, June 8, domestic violence terrorizing and domestic assault, Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. […]
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Legion potluck supper OXFORD — Anderson Staples Post 112, the American Legion, Oxford will hold its annual potluck supper for members and guests at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 11, at the Legion Hall on King Street. Those who haven’t been called are asked to bring a hot dish or a dessert. Fire Dept. lawn, plant […]
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Gaming Board oversees casino jackpots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I have a question about the Oxford casino opening this week. Since slot machines pay a percentage of what they take in, is it safe to assume that no machine will pay out its “jackpot” until it has been played awhile? How will a machine be able to pay a jackpot if […]
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Oxford town meeting set for Saturday
OXFORD — The annual town meeting Saturday will present voters with a $3.21 million budget and a $1.66 million bond proposal. The bond includes $360,000 to extend the town waterline down Pottle Road and $1.3 million to repay Bob Bahre for financing a waterline extension to the Oxford Casino on Route 26. The secret ballot […]
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Oxford Casino opens to public
OXFORD — Maine’s newest casino opened at 6 p.m. Tuesday after a ribbon-cutting and reception with owners, managers and staff. Oxford Casino managers didn’t give much notice in announcing the opening date, spokesman Scott Smith said Tuesday, because they didn’t want the opening to be overwhelmed. “We wanted it to be a thoughtful first step,” […]
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Legion Auxiliary needs help of public
OXFORD — Past Department President Jeri Greenwell addressed the American Legion Auxiliary Second District meeting at Oxford on May 6. As children and youth department chairwoman, she gave information on many subjects that affect children and youth. Greenwell said children at the Barbara Bush Hospital like extra-large pillow cases made from colorful cloth. Military kids […]