DIXFIELD — The RSU 10 board Monday discussed shifting some students to other schools and eliminating portable classrooms in order to reduce operating costs. The plan calls for closing or reusing a portion of the shop wing at Mountain Valley High School in Rumford, sending eighth-grade students from Mountain Valley Middle School to the high […]
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Oxford County arrest log
PARIS — The following arrests were logged at the Oxford County Jail: * Joseph R. Cox, 27, of Woodstock, Jan. 10, probation violation, Maine Probation and Parole. * Wesley E. Hewey, 58, of Stoneham, Jan. 10, failure to pay fines, Maine State Police. * William L. Pannabecker, 20, of Bridgton, Jan. 10, violation of bail condition and […]
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Cynthia Coulombe
AUBURN — Cynthia Coulombe passed away peacefully with her daughter, Trinity, niece, Pam Puiia and grandson, Bryce Wilson by her side. She is the daughter of Charles and Marguerite Wright, formerly of Dixfield. She graduated from Dixfield Regional High School in 1965. She will be remembered by many as a funny and extremely loving woman […]
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Selectmen allow Public Works to hire reserve drivers
DIXFIELD — Selectmen unanimously voted Monday night to allow the Dixfield Public Works Department to begin running advertisements for reserve drivers during the winter season. Public Works Foreman Dave Phair brought his concerns to the board after explaining that the last couple of storms have been difficult due to several drivers undergoing surgeries and becoming […]
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Early morning fire destroys East Dixfield house, barn
DIXFIELD — State fire investigators said the cause of a Monday morning fire that destroyed the house and barn of Allen Cobb at 8 Giles Road in East Dixfield is undetermined at this time, Wilton Fire Rescue Chief Sonny Dunham said Monday. Investigators from the State Fire Marshal’s Office will be back on the scene […]
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HUD survey seeks count of homeless
LEWISTON — If you or someone you know is homeless, Tri-County Mental Health Services needs your help. Government funds are sent to states and agencies based on the number of homeless that live in each community. Help get the resources you need simply by standing up being counted. There are two ways to be counted: 1. […]
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Wonderful start to any career in healthcare
RUMFORD — Students in the Region 9 Certified Nursing Assistant program learn far more than how to give a bed bath or back massage. The program is an entrance into many fields of healthcare, a career path with job security and rewarding opportunities. As the American population ages, the need for healthcare workers will increase. […]
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Students benefiting from Early Childhood Education program
RUMFORD — Students in the Region 9 program in Early Childhood Education universally have one thing in common – they enjoy working with kids. The program provides a solid foundation for future teachers, daycare providers, preschool owners, social workers, healthcare providers and students interested in psychology and counseling to work with children. Dirigo senior Misty […]
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Dixfield man accused of cashing bogus checks
AUBURN — A Dixfield man accused of cashing counterfeit payroll checks at businesses in central Maine is due in court this month. Anthony W. Smith, 27, will make his initial appearance on Jan. 31 in Androscoggin County Superior Court on charges of felony forgery and theft by unauthorized taking, a court clerk said Wednesday. Smith […]
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RAQ meeting canceled RUMFORD — The Jan. 10 Rumford Area Quilters meeting has been canceled due to other church commitments. SeniorsPlus to visit towns GREENWOOD — SeniorsPlus, the Area Agency on Aging, will be at the Greenwood Town Office on Jan. 9 from 9 a.m. to noon, Norway Town Hall on Jan. 16 from 1 […]