Scarecrow making popular at annual Apple & Pumpkin Day in Rumford
The fundraiser supports restoration of the historic Rumford Center Meeting House.
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Rumford police search for Lewiston man in connection to gunfire, suspected drug trafficking
Police say Blake LaChance, 21, is considered potentially armed and dangerous, and is wanted on 3 felony charges.
With high fuel costs, people seeking early help from River Valley Wood Bank
The organization’s goal is to assist local residents with a wood supply on a temporary basis only, volunteers say.
Mexico property assessments could mean loss of state revenue
Town to set property tax rate at special meeting Thursday.
Name-calling politics birthed ‘Oxford County bear’ symbol
A writer tried to insult Maine farmers, and Democrats in the 19th century took the symbol for their own.
Rumford to make changes to solid waste collection
Public hearing will take place on Oct. 15.
Rumford Hospital celebrates 100 years of healthcare
Volunteers and staff talked about the history of the hospital and how far its come in the community.
Black Mountain increases snowmaking capacity for upcoming winter season
The small but popular resort has gone from 4 to 51 snowguns in 23 years, with more expected.
Wellness Hub opens in Rumford as a place for healing, connection, community
The nonprofit at 119 Congress St. offers yoga and dance classes, massage, sauna and more.
Oxford County deputies file retaliation complaints against sheriff under the Maine Whistleblowers Protection Act
The complaints alleging retaliation were filed with the Maine Human Rights Commission on Aug. 28, which will conduct an investigation of the allegations in a…
Inland Woods + Trails celebrates land donation to Rumford Community Forest
The Lucy and Christy Pachios Woods will feature hiking and bicycle trails and, eventually, an outdoor learning pavilion.
Peru to vote on data center moratorium in November
Residents will also be voting on a food sovereignty ordinance.
Rumford to pursue Sept. 11 memorial at old fire station
Town Manager George O’Keefe said he will seek a piece of World Trade Center steel to be installed at the site.
Visitors get a look at life in the 1800s at historic Rumford house
The open house Sept. 13 at the 1828 Rumford Center Meeting House provided demonstrations of games and activities popular in the 19th century.
Planning board hears from public on Rumford growth plan
The comprehensive plan known as Rumford 2025, will go to voters next June for possible final approval.
Livermore resident named assistant principal at Mexico middle school
Alexis Dascoulias has been in public education for most of the past 30 years.
Oxford County Fair opens with Education Day
School-age children visit the Oxford fairgrounds on the first day of the annual exhibition.
Dixfield OKs 180-day moratorium on data centers
Despite rumors that a data center is in the works, the Select Board says no permits have been requested so far.
Dixfield-based school district locks in fuel prices for year
Regional School Unit 56 has reserved enough funds to cover the costs, which is set at $4.49 a gallon for heating oil and $4.75 a…
New Telstar football coach brings 19 years of experience to field
Mike O’Leary has never been a head coach before, but has had plenty of time working with winning teams around the state.
Rumford woman preparing for her 16th Jimmy Fund Marathon Walk
A 26.2-mile walk supports research and patient care at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Rumford Public Library welcomes new staffer
Ashilynn Hodsdon is the new adult services librarian.
New donation storage to increase capacity for Rumford nonprofit
Proceeds are critical for Hope Association to support services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Mexico getting creative amid town office turnover
The 3 people currently on staff have all served less than 5 months, Town Manager Amy Bernard said.
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