Orchardists say this year’s harvest is providing high-quality fruit despite uneven yields caused by a host of factors. However, there are worries for next year.
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Federal cuts thwart West Paris farm’s future plans
The federal grant money on which New Spoke Farm’s owners have been relying to help expand their business has been frozen by the U.S. government.
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Central Maine arrest log: Oct. 12-18, 2024
Augusta- and Waterville-area arrests for Oct. 12-18, 2024.
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Bethel artist paints working-class heroes
WEST PARIS — Bethel artist Ava Jackson recently completed a painting of a West Paris woodworker, Nicholas Kontos, outside of his home on Route 26, and she wants locals to enjoy it. “I spent over 250 hours painting this piece over the past four months,” Jackson said. “You sit alone, late at night, working on […]
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Meet the West Paris doctor who was an eyewitness to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination
Dr. Octavious Yates returned to West Paris, opened his medical office and practiced for 33 years.
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West Paris Legion accepting reservations for Aug. 17 supper
To reserve a meal, call 207-381-0504.
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Potentially live grenade discovered at western Maine home
The device was identified as an Mk 2 grenade, commonly known as a ‘pineapple grenade,’ which was introduced by the U.S. military in 1918.
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Author Carina Adams writes at her West Paris home surrounded by family — real and imaginary
The West Paris author said, ‘When you read my books you are going to be on a roller coaster of emotion. I’m probably going to rip your heart out at some point. But you’re going to be happy at the end.’
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West Paris church lists February worship services
The First Universalist Church of West Paris at 208 Main St. has announced its 9 a.m. Sunday worship services for February. All are welcome. Guitarist Davy Sturtevant will perform. Refreshments follow the service, according to a news release from the church. Feb. 4, “About February” led by guest speaker Marilyn Hammond, who will take a […]
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Drivers suffer serious injuries in West Paris head-on crash
Eric Cole, 43, of Norway and Heidi Kokkola, 52, of Bryant Pond were sent to area hospitals with serious injuries following a head-on crash near 52 Bethel Road on Saturday morning, according to a news release.