Monochrome sunset in Sumner mutes fall colors
Foliage in western Maine is expected to peak by mid-October, and so far it has exceeded expectations following a mostly dry summer.
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Norway commits 2026 property taxes over citizens’ objections
Angry taxpayers continued to hammer Norway officials about the town’s wavering response to its property revaluation.
Jay generator journey loses steam as ‘super oversize’ load stops in Oxford
The transport was expected to take two days to travel from Jay to South Portland, but it will actually be on the road for a week.
Norway to vote on lot rent stabilization ordinance Oct. 15
Mobile home owners living in the 55+ park Norway Commons began lobbying the town in January for protection from lot rent hikes by property owner Sun Communities Inc.
Sew you want to craft? Try this guide to western Maine crafting groups.
Between Bethel and Lovell you will find a fiber or sewing arts group that offers a dedicated space to crafting, learning and socializing.
Norway tax revaluation sparks petition to recall elected officials
Norway’s Select Board says it has no legal authority to interfere with the assessor’s recent determination of property values, the first in 19 years.
Norway accountant retires after 37 years
Damon Accounting opened in 1989 above a barbershop with Ed Damon hoping to be a “friendly” resource.
No shortage of apples growing in Oxford Hills
Apples are growing abundantly in West Paris, with some weighing down their branches.
Norway taxpayers cry foul amid alleged errors in property revaluations
As revaluation complaints surge, one Norway resident has built a website that plugs in data from the town, state and assessor for taxpayers to view how their individual properties are…
Voters in Waterford, Harrison to decide on school closure Nov. 3
Maine School Administrative District 17’s board of directors moved to permanently close Waterford’s elementary school last year, but voters can choose to reopen it.
Oxford County deputies file retaliation complaints against sheriff under the Maine Whistleblowers Protection Act
The complaints alleging retaliation were filed with the Maine Human Rights Commission on Aug. 28, which will conduct an investigation of the allegations in a confidential process that could take…
Norway library to host America250 events, Declaration of Independence exhibit
A presentation Sept. 22 about Revolutionary War veterans will give details about settlement in western Maine.
Fall field trip guide takes learning across western Maine and beyond
Western Maine and destinations across the state offer fall field trips exploring history, science, agriculture, wildlife, the arts and Maine’s changing landscape.
Ready to pick your own fruits and berries? Western Maine farms are open.
Western Maine has a varied selection of PYO farm offerings from blueberries to cranberries and, of course, apples.
Tee up the rest of summer at western Maine golf courses
Western Maine offers everything from informal par-3 layouts and historic nine-hole clubs to full 18-hole mountain courses.
Oxford Hills spring athletes, coaches recognized
Fifteen athletes and coaches have been honored on the 2026 Kennebec Valley Athletic Conference list.
Paris officials talk informally with Oxford leaders about police coverage
The Select Board directed Chief Michael Ward to restructure the department. Since then changes and costs have been vigorously challenged by taxpayers.
South Paris man dies after being hit during private fireworks display
Joseph Hennessey was “struck and killed by a projectile discharged by a mini cannon at the time of the fireworks display,” the State Police said.
West Paris Water District makes case for rate hike
West Paris Water District, which going back at least five years, has neglected its infrastructure maintenance and relied on a meter and billing procedure as leaky as the district’s water…
Massachusetts father sentenced for drunken driving crash that killed son, injured two others in Rumford
Rumford Police Chief Tony Milligan urges everyone not to drink or text while driving, and not to take chances.
Oxford County battles bout of cold weather
Christopher Crosby BRINK— Lillian, poised teetering at the edge of a snow pile. By Christopher Crosby AREA— Like clockwork, winter storms seem to be piling the snow and cold…
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