Bruce Farrin – Page 14 – Lewiston Sun Journal

Staff Writer

Bruce Farrin is editor for the Rumford Falls Times, serving the River Valley
with the community newspaper since moving to Rumford in 1986. In his early days, before computers, he was responsible for covering town government, police/fire, schools and sports, typed story copy onto special paper, then cut and waxed those articles onto pages by hand before they were prepped for press. He was the darkroom technician as well. Over three-plus decades, he has also been entrusted by locals to share defining moments in their lives, promoted the efforts of people working to improve their community, with his love of photography capturing children and adults at their best. When he's not writing, he's an avid walker, and has a lifetime love of America's pastime, baseball, and the study of statistics, becoming a leader nationally among 30 TPFS dynasty baseball leagues. He is a 1981 graduate of the University of Maine at Orono, with a bachelor's degree in journalism.

Canton approves municipal budget, tables cemetery ordinance

by Bruce Farrin June 13, 2025June 14, 2025

Linda Gammon was honored as the Citizen of the Year.

Fourth of July celebration announced for Rumford

by Bruce Farrin June 12, 2025June 12, 2025

RUMFORD — The Rumford Parks Commission has announced that the Independence Day celebration is returning to the Hosmer Field Complex off Lincoln Avenue. It will take place Friday, July 4, and include food, music, children’s games, a dunk tank and vendors starting at 4 p.m. The festival committee is looking for volunteers to help with […]

Local News, Rumford Falls Times

Dirigo class of 2025: Lessons learned, memories created

by Bruce Farrin June 11, 2025June 16, 2025

DIXFIELD — Forty-two seniors were presented diplomas at a Class of 2025 graduation ceremony performed in DeFoe Gymnasium at Dirigo High School on June 6. Class Valedictorian Alyssa Ellis noted, “Now that we stand on the edge of our future, let’s remember the friendships we’ve made, the lessons we’ve learned and the memories we’ve […]

Local News, Rumford Falls Times

$15 million budget for Dixfield-based school district approved

by Bruce Farrin June 11, 2025June 12, 2025

Three out of four towns backed the budget for next school year.

Local News, Maine, Oxford Hills, Rumford Falls Times

$43M budget for RSU 10 narrowly passes

by Bruce Farrin June 11, 2025June 12, 2025

Member towns seemed split on supporting the budget, but it still passed.

Local News, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times

Dixfield voters OK budget without Sheriff’s Office contract

by Bruce Farrin June 11, 2025June 14, 2025

The Select Board and Finance Committee each voted 5-2 to discontinue contracted coverage with the Sheriff’s Office, Town Manager Alicia Conn said.

Local News, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times

Recovery center in Rumford celebrates expansion with open house

by Bruce Farrin June 6, 2025June 10, 2025

RUMFORD — The Larry Labonte Recovery Center celebrated the expansion of its facility at 412 Waldo St. facility with an open house June 3. “Our staff finally has the tools they need,” Lonnie Labonte, co-founder and president said. “We’ve added offices for our recovery coaches and private meeting rooms for our one-on-one meetings. We have […]