Dixfield-based school district moves ahead with 5% budget increase
The budget includes a new network manager/IT specialist position.
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Why the Maine Atlas and Gazetteer is still a page-turner
Mainers continue to mark up routes and dog-ear pages 50 years after it was first published, despite the ease and abundance of digital navigation.
Sandbar the perfect place to play in Canton
A mother and daughter make it a tradition to play together on the shore at Lake Anasagunticook.
Dixfield-based school district targeting 6% budget increase
The board will vote to approve the proposed budget April 28.
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.
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.
Recordings of Oxford County commissioners meetings now available online
Chairperson Lisa Keim, of Dixfield, had pushed to find a way to get the meetings published to provide transparency.
Inside a Canton dog sledding operation offering winter mushing rides
Russ Dillingham recently captured behind-the-scenes moments at a dog-based business.
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Rumford Hospital Auxiliary seeks yard sale items | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: The Rumford Hospital Auxiliary is seeking items for its Annual Yard Sale on Saturday, May 9, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 209 Lincoln Ave. in Rumford. Popular items include indoor/outdoor furniture, tools, jewelry, toys and puzzles. We are unable to accept large appliances or clothing. It’s a great time to clean…
Missing girls found in Mexico
Investigators said the girls had run into the woods near Mountain Valley Community School about 2:15 p.m.
Brick & Stone Tavern in Rumford adds new outdoor dining spot
After some growing pains, Co-owner Marc Hordon hopes his business will spur others to create outdoor spaces downtown.
Mexico voters to again decide fate of former school
For the second time, residents are weighing whether the town should own Meroby Elementary School on June 9.
Dixfield’s proposed budget shows small increase
The town is working on 8 grants for 3 major projects.
Chasing waterfalls: A guide to western Maine’s best water features
A western Maine driving route brings together waterfalls, swimming holes, and lake and river stops across the mountains.
Students perform acts of community service around Dixfield
May 1 was Caring Cougars Day in Regional School Unit 56.
Missing Waterford woman found safe
Lauren Goldfinger was last seen on Monday and family members reported concern for her welfare.
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