Mexico trades school gets go-ahead to use new buildings
The welding and culinary arts buildings have sat idle for 15 months while the state and district worked out the fire hydrant parameters.
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Lost library mural gets new life with replica in Rumford
The original wall mural was painted in 1979 by then-library staff member Margaret (Peggy) Legere Stacey, but was destroyed during construction work.
Children’s author draws big crowd to Rumford library
The presentation and reading by Paula Nations had the largest turnout for a children’s author program at the library, organizers said.
Where to take your dog in western Maine, from patios to trails
Find dog-friendly walking paths, welcoming restaurants and parks where you can bring your pooch in towns including Bethel, Farmington, Rumford and Rangeley and more.
Community steps up for 12-year-old Turner boy hurt at Black Mountain in Rumford
The injuries sustained by Eli Leavitt of Turner are ‘more significant than they originally thought.’
What to do for St. Patrick’s Day in the Lewiston-Auburn area
There are several events planned this weekend and next Tuesday to celebrate the green-themed holiday.
Wondering what to do when winter weather closes your town in western Maine? We’ve got answers.
We’ve created a guide for what to do and where to go when weather disrupts town operations in Oxford and Franklin counties.
Vietnam-era veterans honored in Rumford
The American Legion hosted a luncheon for area veterans, including hair cuts, cake and information for the next Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.
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Roxbury dedicates town report to longtime employee
After 18 years working for the town, Renee Hodsdon recognized for first full year serving as Roxbury’s first town administrator.
Roxbury voters approve money toward townwide property revaluation
A selectman and school board director were reelected to 3-year terms.
New owners of Upton store hold town’s hopes for a gathering place
The owners of Upton Village Store plan to reopen the country store while other longtime meeting places have long ago closed.
Appalachian Trail thru-hiker starts with harrowing winter hike on Mount Katahdin | Column
Drew Boysen is doing what most of us only say we’ll do one day, writes Mark LaFlamme, if we can only get out from under the daily rat race.
Dixfield board to consider fee, fine in street name, house numbering ordinance
The town will allocate $1,000 to help the Dixfield Historical Society raise money for a historical curtain restoration.
Dixfield to lease a 2027 Freightliner for plowing
An aging and expensive snowplow will be replaced using money from the public works reserve account.
Telstar seniors win big at annual winter carnival
Competitions included a student-versus-staff basketball game, gym hockey and ski jumps held the week before February vacation at the Bethel school.
Escape room in Mexico takes you to the circus
Find clues, solve puzzles and accomplish a specific mission before time runs out in Mysteries of the Menagerie.
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