I have known Sheryl Briggs for many years. She is a diligent, hard-working, honest person. She volunteers many hours of her time to the kids of this community. When I have a question regarding hunting and fishing regulations and legislation, she will always reply back to me with the answers. We also discuss current issues […]
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Quebec man killed in Route 2 motorcycle collision in Rumford
RUMFORD — An investigation continued Saturday into the death Friday night of a 40-year-old Canadian man involved in a motorcycle collision at McDonald’s restaurant on Route 2. Francois Goyette of Stoke, Quebec, was pronounced dead at Rumford Hospital where he was taken by Med-Care Ambulance, Rumford police officer Brad Gallant said early Saturday evening. Gallant […]
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RSU 10 board approves contract
DIXFIELD — The RSU 10 board this week approved a three-year contract for the 100 or so bus drivers and custodians. Superintendent Tom Ward said it includes wage increases of 2.45 percent, retroactive to July 1, for the first year; 2.56 percent the second year; and 2.41 percent the third year. RSU 10 will pay […]
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R. Arsenault: Protect what we have
Sen. John Patrick has proven that he has the leadership skills to move Maine in the right direction. His past history as a state representative benefited his district, and when he was termed out in that position, he did not stop working for the people. He wanted to continue to move Maine forward, so he […]
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Foothills students make visit for history
DIXFIELD – Western Foothills teacher Kurt Rowley had been planning this visit all summer long since Regional School Union 10 had been awarded a Maine Community Heritage Project grant last spring. Through the renowned Maine Memory Network, students from 10 of its member towns will help create a website honoring the area’s long history. The […]
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G. Coffin: A man of his word
I am pleased to support Len Greaney, candidate for Maine State Senate District 14. This region needs to elect a senator who will arrive in Augusta ready to produce and submit common-sense, groundbreaking legislation on Day One. Greaney possesses the leadership experience, problem-solving skills and compassion that are necessary to be an effective legislator. Throughout […]
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Joseph Stoklas
LEWISTON — Joseph Stoklas, 95, of Osgood Avenue in Mexico, died Tuesday, Oct. 23, at Central Maine Medical Center, following a brief illness. He was born Aug. 5, 1917, in Jay, a son of Joseph and Helen (Horvath) Stoklas. Joseph was educated in Jay schools. He was employed for 38 years with the Rumford Paper […]
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Anthony ‘Tony’ Fergola
MEXICO — Anthony “Tony” Fergola, 87, of Mexico, passed away on Monday, Oct. 22, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Rumford, March 7, 1925, a son of Frank A. and Angeline (Dalessio) Fergola. Tony attended schools in Mexico. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He […]
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Residents at Mexico housing complex report car burglaries
MEXICO — Police are investigating two vehicle burglaries at the Sun Valley Circle complex on Friday. Lt. Roy Hodsdon said the passenger windows were broken and an iPod valued at $300 was stolen from each vehicle. The burglaries were reported at 6:21 a.m. He said the burglaries had “a different feeling” than the spree reported […]
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Rex A. White
AUBURN — Rex A. White, 50, died Monday, Oct. 22, at the Hospice House, after a long illness. May he rest with the angels. He was born in Rumford, March 1, 1962, a son of Robert and Leona Hodgkins White Sr. He was a graduate of Mexico High School, Class of 1981. He worked at […]