River Valley
News and information about the River Valley area from the Sun Journal.
MVHS teacher shares her experiences from Ghana trip
RUMFORD — A 10-day medical mission to the West African country of Ghana was an eye-opening experience for Kristen Provencher. The Mountain Valley High School health teacher said every student and teacher should have a similar experience. “We are so fortunate,” she said at a presentation on her trip to a group of students and […]
Oxford County arrest log
PARIS — The following arrests were logged at the Oxford County Jail: * Ryan T. Stuart, 18, of Waterford, Sept. 4, reckless conduct, criminal mischief, driving to endanger and disorderly conduct, Paris Police Department. * Thomas A. Bender, 32, of Rumford, Sept. 5, probation violation, Rumford Police Department. * Stacy S. Bulgajewski, 39, of Norway, Sept. 6, […]
Board supports gas pipeline project for Rumford
RUMFORD — Following an executive session Thursday night to discuss an economic development matter, selectmen authorized Town Manager Carlo Puiia to draft a letter of support from the town to Bangor Natural Gas Co. Puiia said Bangor Natural Gas General Manager Jerry Livengood sought support from the board for a project to bring natural gas […]
Pending bids, Med Care to break ground in fall
MEXICO — If all goes well with a request for contractor bids, Med Care Ambulance could be breaking ground on their new building site by fall. According to board president, Steve Brown, financing is secured, a purchase and sale agreement has been signed before the town’s planning board and abutting landowner concerns are being addressed. […]
American Legion National Commander Koutz touts Maine legion, veterans in Rumford
RUMFORD — Eight days after being elected national commander of the American Legion in Indianapolis, James Koutz came here to greet and thank veterans. Maine was the first stop for Koutz, of Boonville, Ind., on his tour of legion posts across the nation and around the world. He is promoting membership in the legion and […]
Mobile messaging: Whether honoring loved ones or just getting flashy, car owners are personalizing their rides
Steve Breton wanted to make up with his daughter. So he adhered two 5-foot black vinyl dragons to the sides of her silver Dodge Neon. Olive branch accepted. Marie Levesque wanted to psych herself up ahead of a double mastectomy last year. She stuck a pink “Warrior” on the back of her black Jeep. “It […]
Bethel trails effort sees mixed results
BETHEL — The Mahoosuc Pathways trails group is encountering obstacles in its effort to forge the final link in a trail from Bethel Village to Telstar. But the group is having better luck on a trail and bike lane out the North Road to Angevine Park. Mahoosuc Pathways is also working to get funding for […]
Close second vote passes Mexico rec budget
MEXICO – Residents went to the polls Thursday for a second vote on the Mexico Rec Department budget, this time passing the amended budget by a mere nine votes. By 230-221, the vote on the special, single-issue ballot poll attracted more people than the June 12 town meeting referendum when a higher rec department budget […]