Communities on Thompson Lake look to future of dam

Selectmen representing Casco, Otisfield, Oxford and Poland meet Thursday night to discuss preserving facility.

No promises made on fully reopening SAD 17 schools

Hebron man’s good fortune makes him a millionaire

Mark Ramsdell purchased the $1 million lottery ticket from a variety store in Oxford.

SAD 17 school, technical, adult ed budgets easily pass

Oxford Hills voters approve the district's $42.9 million package by 70%. The adult and vocational education budgets were also overwhelmingly passed.

Lack of volunteer fire fighters affecting Oxford

On Independence Day, multiple emergencies in a short span highlight the challenges facing public safety in Oxford. Paris Fire Department had to respond to to a fireworks-related house fire and car accident when short-handed Oxford was called to a medical emergency.

SAD 17 leader outlines plan to reopen schools next month

Superintendent Rick Colpitts stipulates virus must be on downward trajectory.

SAD 17 outlines plan to reopen schools next month

Superintendent Rick Colpitts stipulates virus must be on downward trajectory before reopening.

Oxford considers handling properties with unpaid taxes

Fire chief advises about broken equipment, staffing issue

Oxford’s annual town meeting attendance down by about 50%

Distance education taught everyone, even educators

SAD 17 weathered the challenges of remote learning this year and works towards solutions for its future.