FARMINGTON — A Rumford teen was drunk and speeding when he crashed his car in Weld on May 31, killing a Dixfield man, according to Maine State Police. Ethyn Eric Buotte, 18, formerly of Dixfield, was arrested at his home Monday by state police Trooper Reid Bond on a felony charge of aggravated operating under […]
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Dixfield public hearing on water rate increase
DIXFIELD — Selectmen on Monday will hold a public hearing on raising the water rate an estimated 6 to 7 percent. The hearing will begin at 5:30 p.m. downstairs at Ludden Memorial Library. Water District Superintendent Jim White told selectmen Feb. 12 that the town needs to consider raising the rate, which he estimated would be 6 […]
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Dirigo Middle School awards students for achievement
DIXFIELD — T. W. Kelly Dirigo Middle School is participating in the President’s Education Awards Program for academic recognition. Recipients of the Academic Excellence Award for the third trimester and second semester of the 2017-2018 school year have met or exceeded standards for all classes and scored in the top 10 percent of their cohort […]
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Leroy R. Blauvelt
RUMFORD — Leroy R. Blauvelt, 82, passed away Sunday July 1. Leroy was born in Paterson, N.J., on March 5, 1936, to Bertrum and Katherine Blauvelt. Leroy’s father passed away when Leroy was just 16 years old. Leroy assumed responsibility for his family by attending school during the day and working at night to provide for […]
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Class gatherings
NORWAY — Oxford Hills High School Class of 1978 at in Paris will celebrate its 40th reunion with a benefit golf scramble from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 21, at Norway Country Club on Route 118. All high school alumni for all years, teachers and staff are invited to participate in the FORE a Cause Golf […]
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Elizabeth Rose "Betty" Wood
DIXFIELD — Funeral services for Miss Elizabeth Rose “Betty” Wood of Rumford were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at the Dixfield Congregational Church, Dixfield, with the Rev. John Gensel officiating. Arrangements were under the care of the Meader & Son Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 3 Franklin St., P.O. Box 537, Rumford, ME […]
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RSU 56 schools getting new furnishings, equipment
DIXFIELD — Improvements, including new lights and carpets, are being made to schools this summer, Regional School Unit 56 Superintendent Pam Doyen told directors Tuesday evening. At Dirigo High School the hall lights were replaced with energy efficient fixtures and carpet in the main office will be replaced. Also, the front walkway will be paved. […]
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Frances Carlton
DIXFIELD — A graveside service honoring the life of Frances Carlton was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 23, at Greenwood Cemetery in Dixfield. Pastor John Gensel officiated. Services were under the care and guidance of S.G. Thibault Funeral Home, Cremation & Monument Services, 250 Penobscot St., Rumford.
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Dustin Starbuck named Dixfield town manager
DIXFIELD — A West Point graduate and Iraq War veteran from Virginia has been named town manager. Selectmen announced Monday night that Dustin M. Starbuck, 54, has agreed to a one-year contract. He succeeds Carlo Puiia, who is retiring after four years as manager. Puiia said Starbuck will begin his duties Aug. 6. Starbuck will be […]
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Frances Carlton
DIXFIELD — A graveside service honoring the life of Frances Carlton was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 23, 2018, at Greenwood Cemetery in Dixfield. Pastor John Gensel officiated. Services were under the care and guidance of S.G. Thibault Funeral Home, Cremation & Monument Services, 250 Penobscot St., Rumford.