Rumford native donates ‘Hopeful’ sign in memory of his immigrant father

The 25-foot sign was placed at 150 Congress St. on the wall facing Dunkin’.

36th DARE culmination slated for May 30 at MVHS

  RUMFORD — For the first time since 2019, a Drug Abuse Resistance Education culmination celebration will be open to the families of RSU 10 students in the program. Sponsored by the Rumford Police Department, this year’s 36th DARE event will begin at 9:15 a.m. in the Muskie Auditorium at Mountain Valley High School. Instructor […]

Wood bank being created in the River Valley

    by Lou Marin Shannon Glover and Gary Dolloff, along with a small army of helpers and volunteers, have joined together to create a wood bank in the River Valley. Wood banks function much like food banks, giving out firewood to people in need. To date, hundreds of firewood banks exist nationwide, including programs […]

Dirigo High School 2023 Top Ten Students

  Austin Adams of Canton is the son of Travis Adams and Becky Adams. During his years at Dirigo High School, Austin has participated in golf, basketball and baseball, all four year of high school. Out of school, he enjoys golfing at the dale with the boys. He plans to attend Central Maine Community College, […]

Photo: Bigfoot topic of Mexico Library talk

Live drill exercise in Rumford Tuesday

RUMFORD — On Tuesday morning, local fire, emergency responders and police will conduct a live-drill mock exercise, according to Fire Chief Chris Reed, who is also Rumford’s emergency management director. Reed said Friday afternoon the mock exercise will be the offloading of 20,000 pounds of anhydrous ammonia at the Rumford Power Facility on Industrial Park […]

Peru farmers win Spirit of America award

The farm in Peru has conducted more than 25 benefits over two decades.

Tuesday morning fire leaves Mexico family homeless

Upon arrival, crews encountered heavy fire pushing from the attached garage of the dwelling and working its way into the living areas.

Area urged to become recovery ready to combat substance abuse

  MEXICO — The importance of being a recovery ready community to combat substance abuse was emphasized at a community forum attended by up to 80 people on May 1. The event, held in The Apostolic Church, included speakers to discuss the challenges, a discussion on prevention and education, assisting law enforcement, intervention, treatment and […]

Off-broadway comes to Rumford for Mother’s Day weekend

RUMFORD — Peter Fogel’s Off-Broadway show “Til Death Due Us Part You First” comes to 49 Franklin in Rumford for two performances on Saturday, May 13th. With his signature wit, vocal gifts, and timing; Fogel brings to life over 15 unforgettable characters in a fast-paced and hilarious presentation. Fogel’s one man show is directed by […]