Rumford residents Shannon Glover and Connie Money offer trained listening for area residents

The two women are Community Health Outreach workers for Strengthen ME Storm Response, a free and anonymous program to help people suffering the aftereffects of the December 2023 flood.

State police destroy suspicious case found inside new Rumford Fire Station

The package was x-rayed and revealed wires, tools, a stapler and components that could carry the possibility of an explosive device within, said Rumford Fire Chief Chris Reed.

Mexico tech school board approves raise for outdoor skills instructor

Registered Maine Master Guide Jeff Rainey will receive $3,400 according to the Mastery Level pay scale.

Bates College students narrowly avoid disaster in bus accident

A neighbor rescued about 20 first-year Bates students trapped in a bus tilting over a 'very steep bank' in rural Maine.

Bus with college students kept from falling down 50-foot embankment in northern Oxford County

The weight of the bus caused the side of the road to give way.

State proposed 4-way stop at Peru intersection

The idea will be presented to the Select Board on Sept. 16.

Dixfield-based school district changes extracurricular policy for high school students

Students participating in sports, arts, competitions and tournaments must be full time, take at least five classes and pass at least four.

Oxford County arrest log: Aug. 30, 2024

Reward doubled for info on illegal gillnet in Magalloway River

The Maine Warden Service continues to seek information regarding the crime.

Dixfield-based middle school to allow fifth graders to play some sports teams

T.W. Kelly Dirigo Middle School will allow fifth graders on the middle school teams depending on the need or availability to fill a team’s roster.