A $1.5 billion lithium deposit was discovered near Newry; excavating it poses a challenge

The find, one of the richest on Earth, could test Maine’s 2017 metallic mining laws, considered the strictest in the nation.

Lori Swan — Offering a helping hand in Hartford

Face Time: The Hartford selectperson has volunteered at the local food bank and clothing center for more than 20 years.

Maine’s surge in home schooling during COVID has slowed, but numbers still high

Many, but not all, first-time home-school students returned to the classroom this year for social and mental health reasons.

Oxford County arrest log: Oct. 23, 2021

Norway approves liquor license for Wolf and Harp, new event facility on Pleasant Street

The Wolf and Harp would host high-end weddings and functions, while also operating a pop-up restaurant.

With COVID outbreak at Town Office, Paris cancels next week’s Selectmen’s meeting

Monday's board meeting will not be rescheduled.

Oxford County has 2nd highest COVID-19 positivity rate in state, edging out York County

Oxford County's positivity rate is second only to Androscoggin County after a midweek bump in new cases.

Oxford soliciting bids for Town Office design; at least 2 sites under consideration

Requests for proposals were being sent Friday to 6 architectural/engineering firms.

Norway, Oxford emergency medical responders fully vaccinated; Buckfield may lose three

But pressure builds on health care agencies as workers quit and systems are stretched to the brink.

Elms grace Main Street in Norway again

The town is planting 10 trees purchased with donations.