“We really have a sense of pride in what we’re doing and want to make something to be proud of and shine out here,” said Travis Dustin, lands coordinator for Inland Woods + Trails.
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Bethel laundromat owner seeks discount from town on sewer fees
Michael Bean says 5% to 17% of water at coin laundries is left in clothes when they come out of the washing machine and evaporates in the dryer. He believes he should receive a discount for the wastewater that never goes down the drain.
Oxford County hydropower project would be a first for Maine
A Cianbro-backed company wants to build a pumped storage hydropower facility in Canton and Dixfield.
Grant request advances for Rumford community center project
Included is a $3 million request by Rumford to support the construction of a child care and community center at the site of Rumford Elementary School.
Mexico man found guilty in stepson’s 2022 shooting death
A Mexico man was convicted Thursday of murdering his 27-year-old stepson with a shotgun during an early morning argument in 2022.
Andover’s Olde Home Days to mark 45 years of tradition and community fun
New this year are the Backseat Sulky Driver contest, and bounce house and water slides for the kids, featured along with many old favorites, too.
Rumford looks to buy new ladder truck
The town may also be looking to Mexico and Roxbury to help with buying the truck by extending an existing purchase agreement.
Murder trial underway for Mexico man accused in 2022 death of stepson
Thomas Tellier is on trial in Oxford County Superior Court for the August 2022 shooting death of his stepson, Nicholas Trynor. The trial is expected to continue into the week.
Summer jobs reap rewards for teens and employers alike
While the student workers gain experience, their fresh skills also bring unexpected value to the business.
Animal control officer hired in Mexico
Rob Rogers of Chesterville was hired by the town to redo the tax maps, which were last updated in 2015.