Parkinson’s support group forming

RUMFORD — Maureen Cook, R.N., who has worked in Parkinson’s research since 2000, is forming a new Parkinson’s Support Group in the River Valley. The first meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 27, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in conference room C on the second floor of Rumford Hospital.

Members of the support group will receive information about the Parkinson’s diagnosis, medications, symptoms and prognosis. Members will be able to discuss these issues with others who have Parkinson’s and with Cook.

There is no charge for this group but reservations are necessary because the space is limited. Call Cook at 418-7648 to reserve a space.

There will be signs posted in the hospital to help people find conference room C.

Stephens High Class of 1947

MEXICO — The Stephens High School Class of 1947 will meet at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Chicken Coop.

For more information, call Dodie Mahar at 364-2338.

Cemetery requests decor removal

MEXICO — The Farrington Morton Cemetery Association requests that all arrangements, artificial plant containers and any other decor be removed by Oct. 1 so the cemetery can be prepared and cleaned for winter.

Stephens High Class of 1956

RUMFORD — Stephens High School Class of 1956 luncheon will take place at noon Tuesday, Oct. 2, at Gatch’s, across from the foot bridge. All classmates and spouses welcome. For more information call Stephen Gallant at 562-7081.

Mexico High Class of 1964

MEXICO — The Mexico High School Class of 1964 will have their class lunch on Wednesday, Oct. 3, at Dick’s Restaurant at 11:30 a.m. All classmates, spouses and guests are welcomed. Any questions, call 364-3388.

Mexico Class of 1953

RUMFORD — Mexico Class of 1953 and guests will meet at the River Valley Grill at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3.