RUMFORD — At their regular board meeting Thursday night, selectmen learned that no bids had been received as of Thursday from abutters of three town-owned land properties, executive secretary Terri Palmer said on Friday morning. The abutters had received letters soliciting bids from the Town Office. In other board business, selectmen agreed to begin paying a […]
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Dixfield woman starts Secret Santa program to help River Valley area senior citizens
RUMFORD — A Dixfield woman launched her Senior Secret Santa Program this week to help River Valley senior citizens who may be in need this month. In addition to seeking out seniors who might not have anything for Christmas, Kelly Mawhinney DeRoche is also looking for help from the public to buy a desired gift […]
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Rumford board grants Charter Commission 3-month extension to complete revisions
RUMFORD — Selectmen voted 4-1 Thursday night to extend the Charter Commission to March 2. That’s the day the commission must present its recommended changes to the charter in a document delivered to town attorney Jennifer Kreckel, according to Selectman Frank DiConzo’s motion. “As disappointed as I am in that commission, the citizens voted for […]
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Still too early for ice fishing in Western Maine despite cold November
RUMFORD — Below-normal temperatures starting last month have set the stage for ice-making in small and shallow ponds across Western Maine, but the ice is still too thin for angling. High winds Wednesday night into Thursday didn’t help, state fisheries biologist Francis Brautigam said Thursday afternoon in Gray. All of the region’s fall fish stocking […]
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Three craft fairs in Andover on Saturday
ANDOVER — Three groups are holding craft fairs Saturday morning in an event dubbed Christmas in Snow Valley. According to the group Fans of Andover Maine Facebook, the fairs are hosted by the Andover Fireman’s Association, the Andover Congregational Church and the Andover Town Hall. Elaine Morton, who has been involved with the Andover Fireman’s […]
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Harrison M. Burns receives Rumford Citizen of the Year for 2015 award
RUMFORD — Family, friends and relatives of Harrison M. Burns watched as he was formally recognized Thursday night by selectmen as Rumford’s Citizen of the Year for 2015. Board of Selectmen Chairman Greg Buccina began the ceremony by reading a lengthy list of Burns’ many municipal and community accomplishments. He said Burns, 83, has held […]
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Dirigo Wellness Center to hold Christmas-themed fun run on Dec. 14
DIXFIELD — The Dirigo Wellness Center will hold a Christmas-themed fun run and open house from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 14, wellness center attendant Judy Horne said Thursday. The center is always looking for unique ways to get people interested in what they have to offer, she said. In October, it hosted […]
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Rumford board to present 2015 Citizen of the Year award
RUMFORD — Selectmen will present the 2015 Citizen of the Year Award to Harrison M. Burns on Thursday night. The meeting will open at 6:30 p.m. in Rumford Falls Auditorium. Selectmen voted 3-0 at their Nov. 20 meeting to name Burns, who was nominated by his brother, Elliot “Bud” Burns. Harrison Burns has held many […]
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Dixfield church hosting annual Christmas fair on Dec. 6
DIXFIELD — The Dixfield Congregational Church will host its annual Christmas fair from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Dec. 6. Member Beverly Glover said a brunch of quiche, fruit, homemade doughnuts, muffins, sweet breads and a beverage will be available for $6. This year, attendees must donate a canned food or a coat to have […]