DIXFIELD — The Dixfield Firemen’s Relief Association is holding their first annual Public Safety 5K run/walk at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13, in an effort to raise money for the Dixfield Fire Company and the Wounded Warriors Project. Shawn MacFarlane, a firefighter with the Dixfield Fire Company and the president of the Dixfield Firemen’s […]
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Peru board tables decision on hiring engineer
PERU — Selectmen made no decision Monday night on hiring an engineer to design a stream crossing on East Shore Road. Road Commissioner Joe Roach said he recommends hiring a professional because although he can replace culvert with an exact duplicate, any changes require permits from the state Department of Environmental Protection and U.S. Army […]
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Oxford County Wellness Collaborative to hold health and wellness gatherings
RUMFORD — The Oxford County Wellness Collaborative will hold meetings in September and October for residents to share what’s important to them in terms of health and wellness, Brendon Schauffler, a facilitator with the collaborative, said. The meetings are scheduled for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 9 and 23, and Tuesday, Oct. 7. The […]
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Oxford County arrest log
PARIS — The following arrests were logged at the Oxford County Jail in South Paris: * Cecil L. Atter, 31, Oxford, possession of a firearm by a prohibited person, Sept. 2, 9:51 a.m., Paris. * Nicole M. Belskis, 30, Mexico, burglary, Sept. 2, 10:45 a.m., Paris. * Lois M. Christopher, 50, Otisfield, theft by deception, […]
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Rumford board’s actions prompt resident to start recall effort
RUMFORD — Essex Avenue resident Don Boucher said he is frustrated with selectmen delaying action for six weeks on his offer to buy a tax-acquired property on Falmouth Street. He said he’s so angry he’s working to recall Chairman Greg Buccina, whom he blames for the delay. After waiting as directed by the board and […]
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New staff to be welcomed before RSU 10 meeting
DIXFIELD — A special welcome gathering for the dozen or so new teachers who began their duties last week at RSU 10 will be held at 5:30 p.m., Sept. 8, in the Community Room of Dirigo High School. Light refreshments will be served. The regular RSU 10 board meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. Among […]
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Public hearing on Andover withdrawal vote scheduled for Sept. 9
ANDOVER — A public hearing is scheduled for 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, at the Town Hall to discuss the withdrawal agreement between SAD 44 and the town, Andover Withdrawal Committee Chairwoman Paula Lee said. The hearing will take place before the selectmen meeting and give residents the opportunity to ask questions about the agreement […]
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Police evaluation, ordinances on Dixfield board agenda
DIXFIELD — Selectmen will meet with the president of the Maine Chiefs of Police Association at 5:30 p.m. Monday to ask questions about the association’s evaluation of the Police Department. In November 2013, selectmen voted to pay the association $6,000 to evaluate the department. The association is made up of active and retired police chiefs, […]
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Reporter’s Notebook
Fun with Roman numerals RUMFORD — At the end of a long day Tuesday, Chris Brennick had trouble with Roman numerals while co-chairing the Charter Commission meeting. The commission is tasked with going through the town charter and making revisions to bring before voters. All 25 articles of the 1951 document are denoted by Roman […]