FARMINGTON — Vernon Lewis Damon, 84, of Mexico for many years, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 11, at the Sandy River Center in Farmington, due to complications of dementia. He was born in Kingfield on May 23, 1934, the son of Vernon and Edith (Gifford) Damon, and graduated from the Strong High School, Class of 1952. Vernon […]
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Mexico grandmother turns sorrow to joy by refurbishing dolls
MEXICO — When Susan Olsen’s granddaughter asked her for an American Girl doll the Christmas after Olsen’s husband died, she told the child she couldn’t afford it. “That’s way too expensive,” Olsen told her. The 63-year-old retired grandmother said her income dropped after her husband died 10 years ago and she had her children and […]
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McLain Memorial Bridge dedication postponed
A plaque for the Pfc. Buddy W. McLain Memorial Bridge between Peru and Mexico is shown on the Maine Department of Transportation website. A dedication ceremony originally scheduled for Saturday has been postponed because of construction delays. (Submitted photo) MEXICO — Saturday’s dedication of the new Pfc. Buddy W. McLain Memorial Bridge between Mexico and Peru has been […]
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Nick Young hired as full-time Mexico police officer
MEXICO — Selectmen voted 4-0 Tuesday to hire Nick Young as a full-time police officer. The decision supported Police Chief Roy’s Hodsdon’s recommendation for a position he’s been trying to fill for more than 18 months and one he’s been filling himself. “He’s from Carthage. He’s local, lives here and wants to work for us,” Hodsdon […]
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As the man said, 'No brag, just fact'
Walter Brennan was an actor from times past who played many different roles in various movies and in television. In one of his roles there would invariably be some accomplishment or victory. In that role, when asked about his ability to accomplish something or be victorious, he would just respond, “No brag, just fact.. In […]
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Mexico panel interviewing firefighter candidates
Mexico Fire Chief Richard Jones addresses selectmen Aug. 21 about the need to hire a full-time firefighter to replace Paul Cayer, who has retired. (Bruce Farrin/Rumford Falls Times) MEXICO — Four candidates for a full-time position with the Fire Department are being interviewed by a town committee, according to Selectman Richie Philbrick. Fire Chief Richard Jones […]
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Donald Trump wants to rename NAFTA as ‘the United States-Mexico Trade Agreement’
Updated 11:55 a.m.: President Donald Trump says he intends to terminate the North American Free Trade Agreement and call its replacement “the United States-Mexico Trade Agreement” — a name that would exclude the third NAFTA partner, Canada. Trump made the comments after announcing an “understanding” with Mexico that could lead to an overhaul of the 24-year-old […]
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Marguerite M. Gaudet
RUMFORD — Graveside services for Mrs. Marguerite M. Gaudet of Mexico were conducted at noon Wednesday, Aug. 22, at St. John Cemetery, Rumford, with Mr. Arthur Meader officiating. Arrangements were under the care of Meader & Son Funeral Home, Cremation and Monument Services, 3 Franklin St., Rumford.
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Francis McDonald Jr.
RUMFORD — It is with a heavy heart that the family of Francis “Danny” McDonald Jr., 74, of Mexico announces his passing Tuesday, Aug. 21, at Rumford Community Hospital. Danny was born April 14, 1944, to Francis and Hilda (Allen) McDonald Sr. He served in the U.S. Army. Danny loved his family, which include his Eagles […]
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Police catch Mexico burglary suspect
Heith Bernard (Submitted photo) BETHEL — A West Paris man suspected in 10 burglaries over 18 days since late July was located and arrested on warrants Tuesday afternoon in Bethel, according to Chief Roy Hodsdon of the Mexico Police Department. Hodsdon said an arrest warrant had been issued Friday for Heith Bernard, 41, who was wanted […]