RUMFORD — Since 2020, the St. Barnabas Episcopal Church at 71 Rumford Ave. has been helping people in need through its pantry, but it’s not for food. Families in need can submit requests for basic personal hygiene, household cleaning, and paper products each month. Dedicated volunteers then go shopping, fill bags, and distribute these items […]
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Rumford observes its 225th with banners
When the banners arrive, they will be placed around the downtown district for much of 2025.
Rumford to acquire a tractor, 2 plow trucks for public works
The town will enter 7-year lease-purchase agreements for the equipment.
Rumford moose roaming Rumford streets this winter
A young male moose continued his monthslong wandering of the streets Monday.
Hotel Rumford closes
No reason has been given for the sale.
High school skiers check their results
The Class A, B and C championships wrap up Wednesday at Black Mountain Ski Area in Rumford.
Rumford-based school board to meet with fire chief on classroom makeovers
BUCKFIELD — Fire Chief Chris Reed is expected to meet with district officials soon to go over recent changes to classroom space for Mountain Valley Middle School students at the former Mountain Valley High School bus garage in Rumford. Regional School Unit 10 Superintendent Deborah Alden told directors at their Feb. 10 meeting at Buckfield […]
Youngsters show their cheering skills at Spirit Showcase
This event was established in 2021 by Jessica Sirois and Kassie Elliott as an opportunity for families to attend a local performance for their athletes.
Vote on Rumford Charter changes moved to November
RUMFORD — Voting on proposed changes to the town charter has been moved from June to November, Charter Commission Chairman Frank DiConzo announced recently. Speaking to fellow selectmen at their meeting Feb. 6, DiConzo said there will be fewer issues to decide in November than at the annual town meeting in June. He said the […]
River Valley bus service to end March 28
The bus service for Rumford, Mexico and Dixfield has not met expectations for ridership.