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Pricilla A. Sargent

RUMFORD — Pricilla A. Sargent, 70, of Third Street in Dixfield, passed away on Tuesday, July 10, at Rumford Hospital following a long illness. She was born in Rumford, Dec. 22, 1941, a daughter of J. Patrick and Cecile (Belanger) Parent. Pricilla enjoyed scrapbooking, attending and watching the races and shopping. Surviving are her children, […]

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Posted inConnections, The Franklin Journal

Health Careers Scholarship Awards announced

FARMINGTON — The Franklin Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Committee has announced the six recipients of the West Central Maine Health Careers Scholarship Program. The scholarships are presented to students residing in the Franklin Memorial Hospital service area who are pursuing careers in the health care field. Each of the following will be awarded a $600 […]

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Police say there are 3 suspects in Dixfield Church robbery

DIXFIELD — Police said they have identified three suspects who they believe stole $1,200 in cash and priceless birth, marriage and baptism records from the Dixfield Congregational Church. On Tuesday afternoon, Dixfield police Sgt. Jeff Howe said tips from community members helped police tie one primary suspect — and at least two accomplices — to […]

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Dirigo Middle School honor roll

DIXFIELD — The following students have been named to the third trimester honor roll at T.W. Kelly Dirigo Middle School. High honors Grade eight: Gus Brown, Benjamin Buck, Jessica Carrier, Joseph Caruso, Emma Gallant, Elizabeth Jasper, Emma Lueders, Riley Robinson, Sela Smith, Karin Steinort. Grade seven: Rebecca Dailey, Ashley Hutchinson, Nicole Welch, Nicole Whitman. Grade […]

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Mexico High Class of 1948 DIXFIELD — Mexico High School Class of 1948 will meet at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 11, at Ellis Variety. Stephens High Class of 1965 TURNER — The Stephens High School Class of 1965 will meet at 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 13, at Fore Season’s Restaurant at the Turner Highlands golf […]

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Jugglers to appear at library on July 10

DIXFIELD — Brothers Matthew and Jason Tardy will bring their explosive, inventive juggling show, TWO: High Energy Juggling, to Ludden Memorial Library, 42 Main St., at 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 10. Featuring their own brand of relentless sarcastic wit, physical comedy, live music and high energy juggling, Matthew and Jason Tardy have created an unstoppable […]

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Oxford County arrest log

PARIS — The following arrests were logged at the Oxford County Jail: * Jeffrey A. Brown, 33, of Dixfield, July 2, operating after suspension, theft and violation of bail condition, Oxford County Sheriff’s Office. * Lorrie-Ann Doherty, 35, of Rumford, July 2, disorderly conduct and failure to submit to arrest or detention, Rumford Police Department. * Amber […]

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Legion held convention, plans events

DIXFIELD — American Legion Post 100 recently held their annual convention. Commander Brenda Dearborn was commended on a successful year in office and thanked for her hard work. The new 2012-13 commander is Ken Bouchard. New membership cards are in and available for payment and pick up at the hall on Mondays or Fridays from […]

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Genella O. Wright Deberri

AUBURN — Genella O. Wright Deberri, 86, of Dixfield, died late Tuesday, July 3, at the Androscoggin Hospice House with her loving family by her side after a very short stay. She was born Aug. 28, 1925, in North Jay, a daughter of Edward and Sarah Wright. She graduated from Jay schools and went on […]