The Harold Alfond Foundation is investing $8.2 million in additional money into the original $1 million grant obtained by the Maine Math and Science Alliance in 2021, allowing the district to extend the computer science program an additional five years.
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Rumford Elementary School accepted by voters
Regional School Unit 10 offered the building, which the town plans for child care programs and a recreational center. .
Rumford-based school district residents approve $37 million budget for 2024-25
A final vote is set for June 11 at polling station in each town.
Remembering all those who gave so much for us
“Sacrifice is not evenly distributed. It’s a burden that some carry in a much deeper way than others do. But it is something that is given for all of us.” — George O’Keefe Jr.
Children’s author visits with K-4 students at Mountain Valley High School
RUMFORD — More than 500 excited K-4 students were bussed to Muskie Auditorium at Mountain Valley High School on May 16 for a special visit from a children’s author. The special guest was children’s book author Rosemary Wells of Norwalk, CT, who has been writing and illustrating books for more than half a century. She […]
Rumford Water District proposes new well to sell water
RUMFORD — The Rumford Water District held a sparsely attended public meeting on May 14th regarding a proposed amendment to its water supply and lease agreement with Blue Triton Brands, Inc., dba Poland Spring Bottling Company. The amendment will allow Poland Spring to lease additional land from RWD off Route 5, where it will develop […]
Bethel Farmer’s Market opens Saturday; Greenwood’s moves outdoors
Farmers from many Western Maine towns including Norway, Albany, Sumner, Waterford, and Rumford sell at the popular farmers’ markets.
Teacher at Mexico school awarded 2024 Oxford County Teacher of the Year
Elizabeth Ledesma received the award during a ceremony on May 9 at the state capitol, where she and 15 other Maine teachers received the 2024 award for their counties.
Falcon Camp plans summer outings for Rumford high school students
Staff will lead biking, hiking and canoeing trips in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont.
Daughters of Isabella hold anniversary dinner in Rumford
RUMFORD — The Daughters of Isabella, St. Timothy Circle 540, held its 94th anniversary dinner May 5 at Chamberlain’s Tap and Table in Rumford. State Regent Denise Ducharme attended. The Daughters of Isabella is a Catholic Charitable Women’s organization. The local Circle awards a scholarship for area high school seniors furthering their education. The members […]