DIXFIELD — The Board of Selectman was told Monday night that a new police officer has been hired through the federal community policing grant program. Chief Richard A. Pickett introduced Dustin Broughton of Rumford to the board, saying he would be a credit to the community and staff. He said Broughton’s first day on the […]
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Posted inRiver Valley, The Franklin Journal
Penny-pinchers find ‘profitable’ advice at couponing workshop in Mexico
MEXICO — The best way to save money is to always plan ahead. Whether stocking up on frequently used items, preparing for the cold days of winter or knowing what will be served for supper, just a little planning can make all the difference. Dozens of people learned that rule Saturday when they attended the […]
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Cecile M. Cyr
MEXICO — Cecile M. Cyr, 83, of River Road, Mexico, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 4, with her loving family at her side. She was born Dec. 1, 1928, in St. Gedeon, Quebec, Canada, a daughter of Honore and Lea (Ouirion) Veilleux. She married Ernest Lapointe on Aug. 19, 1950, he passed away in 1969. […]
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Region 9 board approves PayPal for adult ed courses
MEXICO — The Vocational Region 9 board agreed Wednesday night to allow an off-site adult enrichment course and approved use of PayPal for payment of adult education course fees. The use of the popular online PayPal account, which is estimated to cost the vocational region about 3 percent of the cost of a course, was […]
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills, River Valley
Oxford County arrest log
PARIS — The following arrests were reported at the Oxford County Jail: * Joseph W. Bennett, 34, of Oxford, Dec. 28, failure to pay fines, $420 cash bail, Oxford Police Department. * Paul D. Chiasson, 44, of Bethel, Dec. 28, operating under the influence, $500 unsecured bond, Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. * Wesley A. Mason, […]
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Forestry students cut teeth on wood
MEXICO — Some forestry students at the Region 9 School of Technology are drawn to logging by family history, others by working outdoors. “It’s not for everyone,” 27-year forestry instructor Marc Dupuis said. “But some are naturals.” Among them are those who have the work in their blood, thanks to a family history of logging. […]
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Stretch a Dollar Day set for Saturday in Mexico
MEXICO — Anyone looking to save money in day-to-day living will have a chance to learn a variety of ways at Stretch a Dollar Day on Saturday, Jan. 7. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the cafeteria of the Region 9 School of Applied Technology on Route 2. There will […]
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Well done – Kellie Lannon
RUMFORD — Kellie Lannon is this year’s recipient of the Peg Blouin Scholarship at Rumford Hospital. She is a nursing student at the University of Maine at Augusta, having entered the program in 2009. Lannon, a graduate of Mexico High School, still resides in Mexico. She achieved GEMS status at Rumford Hospital while she was […]
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As the year ends, a look back at the week’s news
Just as the weather turned frosty again, students from Oxford Hills Technical School’s construction technology class finished up the warming hut at the town of Norway’s outdoor ice skating rink on Cottage Street. Cheers to this awesome community service project completed by the students and funded with a $15,000 grant from New Balance. In all, […]
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Class of 1952 MEXICO — The class of 1952 from Stephens High School of Rumford will meet at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 2, at the Chicken Coop for their monthly luncheon. All class members and guests welcome. Class of 1956 MEXICO — The Stephens High School class of 56 luncheon will be held at noon […]