BANGOR — The campaigns for and against a proposed casino in Oxford heated up online again Tuesday. A group opposing the ballot measure aimed at bringing a resort casino to Oxford has set up a campaign Web site, according a release issued by the group, Citizens Against the Oxford Casino. The Web site, baddealformaine.com, “will […]
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We can do better
I recently saw a Warren Buffet quote: “Gambling is a tax on stupidity.” It is true that a great deal of money is spent gambling, and some of it goes for taxes. However, calling it stupid doesn’t take into consideration the motivation of the individuals who gamble. There are many who gamble only with money […]
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Oxford Fair kicks off Sunday
OXFORD — The Oxford Fairgrounds gates will open for an inaugural community day on Sunday, kicking off the weeklong Oxford Fair. Sunday’s events start at 9 a.m., and booths showcasing local nonprofits will be on display throughout the day. A Winter Warmth Road Race, featuring both a five-kilometer race and one-mile fun run, will open […]
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Oxford casino would create 2,784 jobs, report says
A new study released by a university economist shows a resort-styled casino built in Oxford would generate $127 million in revenue annually and visitors would spend an additional $51 million for food and services in the area. The study was commissioned by Maine Taxpayers Taking Charge, which supports a resort casino in Oxford, which goes […]
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SPEFS 10 Oxford Hills football
Coach: Nate Danforth (third year) Last year’s record: 1-7 Returning players: Seniors — Chris Priest (TE/SS), Matt Farnum (TE/FS), Danny Taylor (FL/CB), Andy Ripley (TB/CB). Key losses: Nate Dubois (RB/DB), Jake Hall (RB/SS), Matt Verrier (QB), Eli Dolloff (Slot/DE), Jake Allen (G/NT). Promising newcomers: Seniors — Zack Moore (FB), Jon Flanders (TB/DE); Junior — Logan […]
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SPEFS10 Oxford Hills XC
Coach: Luc Roy (third year) Returning letter winners: Boys: Senior —Tyler Pelletier; Juniors — Daniel Costanzi, Jesse Newcomb, Jeremy Read; Sophomore — Kolby Robichaud; Girls: Junior — Adena St. John; Sophomores — Moriah Lee, India Lucas. Key losses: Boys: Justin St. John; Girls: Sorrel Dunn, Abby Korn, Brittany Turner Promising newcomers: Boys: Senior — Alex […]
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High school football: A Lewiston run wouldn’t be unexpected
The debate over the proposed realignment in high school football is as hot in Lewiston as anywhere else in the state. Opinions vary on what changes need to occur, but Lewiston coach Bills County is ready for some sort of change. The current Pine Tree Conference format hasn’t been too kind to his Blue Devils […]
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Oxford Plains Speedway: Taylor stitches together victory
OXFORD — For over a decade, he was known as the King of the Pro Stocks. But when the Late Models became the top division in 2007, many, including Farmington’s Jeff Taylor, were reluctant to make the transition. But in 2010, the veteran driver and chassis builder (owner of Distance Racing in Fairfield) built a […]
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Oxford student nearer to getting his wings
OXFORD — Josh Wardwell’s dream of flying his own airplane got a lot closer to reality by year’s end when several weeks after his story first appeared in the Sun Journal in May, a Sabattus man offered him his own unused plane for parts. “He told me to grab the whole airplane,” said Wardwell of […]
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Students invited to Ag Day at the Oxford fair
OXFORD — The Oxford County Soil and Water Conservation District has announced that Ag Education Day at the Oxford County Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 16. Education Day is free to any school (public or private) in Oxford County and involves having many presentations on the grounds. Elementary […]