Young skier injured on trail at Black Mountain in Rumford
The child, who was skiing Saturday with family, is being treated at Maine Medical Center in Portland.
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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.
Bethel exhibit features Western Maine Olympians
Skiers and snowboarders from Oxford County are highlighted in the Bethel Historical Society display.
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.
Next generation of Bethel-area gearheads driving forward — mostly on lawn mowers
Three Oxford County students are learning trades early — guided by family, mentors and their own drive.
Dirigo secures Class B wrestling title
The Cougars add another championship in a hugely successful season.
Woman’s Literary Union helped with fundraising | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: We’re excited to share that Shaw’s has selected the Woman’s Literary Union of Auburn to benefit from the Give Back Where It Counts Reusable Bag Program, happening throughout February. The Shaw’s Reusable Bag Program makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local communities. Every time a $3 reusable Give Back…
Girl Scouts hosting information session for families | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: Girl Scouts of River Valley is hosting an informational session at High Street Congregational Church, 106 Pleasant St. in Auburn on Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 6-7 p.m. to introduce families to what Girl Scouts can offer. We will have a traditional meeting with an opening, discuss what activities we will be working on,…
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From paperboy to paper magnate: Hugh Chisholm’s mills helped supply America’s postal system
Hugh J. Chisholm built an integrated system of printing, railroads and paper mills that transformed western Maine into a major national center for newsprint production.
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.
Rumford mill sued over contractor’s 80-foot fall inside chimney
Damion Hatcher, 35, of Indiana, was cleaning a large chimney at ND Paper in Rumford last May when he fell and suffered grievous injuries, according to a lawsuit.
Yarmouth, Fort Kent Alpine skiing take home Class B championships
The Clippers secure the girls title and the Warriors the boys, while Mountain Valley senior Lily Boulanger wins the giant slalom and slalom titles.
Rumford woman shares ‘Black New England’ experience in display
‘Everything is different for us’: Adelaide Solomon-Jordan’s collection includes photos, books and newspapers highlighting people and experiences that have framed the history of Black people in New England.
Photos: Maine high school basketball fans pack arenas to cheer on their team
Thousand flock to Portland Expo, Augusta Civic Center and Cross Insurance Center in Bangor during vacation week tournaments.
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