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Residents in Oxford County town revolt after learning tax bills could triple
PERU, Maine — Residents in the Oxford County town of Peru are fighting back after learning their tax bills were about to triple or even quadruple. Now, pushback has resulted in a change of plans. There has not been an official property tax revaluation in the town for 24...
Police departments work to cover territory in Oxford County after 12 officers placed on administrative leave
OXFORD COUNTY, Maine — Jeffrey Campbell was fortunate Norway's police department and town office is in the same building. He's the interim town manager, which carries even more responsibilities below it like road commissioner, in addition to being police chief. "It's presented some different challenges, but it's a lot...
Songwriter behind Marden's jingle passes away
PORTLAND (WGME) – The man behind a well-known Maine jingle has passed away. “I should have bought it when I saw it at Marden's!”. That jingle is the work of Ed Boucher, the local musician who wrote the Marden’s jingle and much more over the years. The songwriter...
12-hour mountain bike, trail running challenge returns to Mt. Abram in June
GREENWOOD — WinterKids announces the return of the 2nd Annual Mountain Mayhem, a 12-hour mountain bike and trail running challenge set to take place on June 22, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Mt. Abram Bike Park, in Greenwood. “This unique event serves as both a physical...
"Not in right mental state," court delayed again for man accused of police shootout in Paris
PARIS, Maine — The man facing seven charges stemming from a shootout with police in Paris on Monday was supposed to make his initial appearance in court today for the second time this week. On Wednesday, Gary Porter appeared before a judge over Zoom, and was visibly not able...
Maine has a big new auto race, featuring a NASCAR champion
OXFORD, Maine — This year is the 75th year of racing at the Oxford Plains Speedway in Oxford, Maine's premiere short-track racing facility. The Speedway, with a 3/8 miles asphalt oval, is also the largest spectator sporting facility in the state, with a capacity of over 14,000 people. For...
Thomas College senior helps improve mental health on campus
WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) - Seniors at Thomas College in Waterville are getting ready to embark on a new journey after commencement this weekend. Olivia Rowe, a top academic student studying psychology, is leaving her mark on the school after becoming a mental health advocate for her classmates and faculty. The...
Auburn water district employee improperly accepted free ski trips, state officials say
The state’s ethics commission is accusing an Auburn water district employee of violating conflict of interest laws by accepting two free ski trips from a water meter manufacturer and its distributor. Scott Callahan, the district’s operations manager, faces accusations of accepting valuable gifts provided to him by an unnamed...
Man who stole two cruisers in Oxford County shot by officers, police say
OXFORD COUNTY, Maine — A man who stole two law enforcement cruisers Monday was shot by officers and taken into custody, authorities said. Gary Porter, 37, faces a host of charges. Police said the incident started at about 7 a.m. in Paris, when officers received a report Porter was acting suspicious. He was arrested on a felony theft warrant and taken to Stephens Memorial Hospital in Norway where he was treated and released for "conditions unrelated to the arrest," according to a joint statement by Maine State Police, the Oxford County Sheriff’s Office, Oxford police, Norway police, and Paris police.
New details emerge in double murder in Poland, Maine
AUBURN, Maine — An Auburn man accused of killing two people in Poland inFebruary 2023 was due in court Tuesday for a bail hearing, but that hearing was continued to a later date. Maine's Total Coverage is learning new details about the case against Aaron Aldrich, who is facing...
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