The group of avid readers from Hope Association meet weekly to discuss chapters together and help each other learn life skills.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Rumford Falls Times
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.
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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.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Rumford Falls Times
4th of July festivities taking shape for Rumford, Mexico
A committee has formed to organize America’s 250th anniversary celebration in the River Valley.
Posted inNews, The Franklin Journal
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.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Rumford Falls Times, Schools & Education
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.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Community, Local & State, News, Rumford Falls Times
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.
Posted inLocal & State, News, The Franklin Journal
Selectmen ask for patience following New Vineyard resignations
The town clerk and deputy town clerk resigned last week, leaving the municipality unable to collect or spend money. An interim clerk has since been hired.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Farmington-area schools agree to accept Strong, Kingfield students if needed
Superintendent Christian Elkington told the RSU 9 board that if MSAD 58 breaks up, the district is prepared to take in high school students through a tuition agreement.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Rumford Falls Times
Roxbury dedicates town report to longtime employee
After 18 years working for the town, Renee Hodsdon recognized for first full year serving as Roxbury’s first town administrator.