The annual River Valley Recovers Strong rally was held Saturday to help foster connection in the community.
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Livermore Falls advances cannabis ordinance to voters
Existing medical cannabis stores would be able to apply for recreational sales licenses under the proposed ordinance, though only two licenses will be made available.
Newry students get a maple sweet lesson in Bethel
Eddy School students learned how sap becomes syrup at Carver’s Maple Farm, then tasted it drizzled over ice cream.
Special book club at Rumford Library fosters community, learning
The group of avid readers from Hope Association meet weekly to discuss chapters together and help each other learn life skills.
Workshops ask residents to help shape new Rumford comprehensive plan
Haley Ward held four sessions to discuss “Rumford 2035,” asking residents to “buy-in” to the town’s future.
Dog takes a paws amid Easter prep in South Paris
Ollie, a 7-year-old Springer Spaniel, relaxes at Oxford Hills Mercantile as owner David Robichaud prepares Easter merchandise in South Paris ahead of the April 5 holiday.
4th of July festivities taking shape for Rumford, Mexico
A committee has formed to organize America’s 250th anniversary celebration in the River Valley.
Looking for a vegan Easter? Western Maine’s got you covered.
A guide to celebrating Easter with vegan meals, baskets and activities, with practical ideas for western Mainers looking for plant-based options.
Mexico trades school gets go-ahead to use new buildings
The welding and culinary arts buildings have sat idle for 15 months while the state and district worked out the fire hydrant parameters.
Lost library mural gets new life with replica in Rumford
The original wall mural was painted in 1979 by then-library staff member Margaret (Peggy) Legere Stacey, but was destroyed during construction work.