1979 – 2013 DIXFIELD — Michael A. Fisher, 33, of Dixfield, formerly of South Windsor, Conn., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 9, in Dixfield. He was born on Oct. 23, 1979, in Hartford, Conn., a beloved son of Clifford Jr. and Margaret Fisher. Mike came to Maine and built a life with his fiancee, Jenni […]
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Dexter Dana Eustis
DIXFIELD — Funeral services for Dexter Dana Eustis were held Wednesday, July 17, at 2 p.m. at the Wiles Remembrance Center, 30 Weld St., Dixfield, with the Rev. Dan Hayes of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Farmington, officiating. Sister Jackie Hayes was the pianist and the Chorister was Sister Sirie Stinson. The […]
Sunday: Down on the farm
For the 24th annual Open Farm Day on Sunday, a dozen local farms will open their doors for a taste of life on the farm, without the chores, give or take a yak. At BaahHummBuzz Farm in Dixfield, there will be roaming alpacas and short, educational tours. At Friends’ Folly Farm in Monmouth, there will […]
Area students receive Husson University degrees
BANGOR — The following students received diplomas from Husson University on May 11 in Bangor or on May 18 in Portland, the 106th commencements of Husson University. Auburn: David K. Brown II, B.S. criminal justice; Travis M. Barnies, B.S. criminal justice; Joshua S. Clark, B.S. kinesiology; Stephen P. Knowlton, B.S. kinesiology, magna cum laude; Derek […]
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Stephens High Class of 1961 LEWISTON — The Stephens High School Class of 1961 will meet at 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 19, at the Grid Iron. For more information call Louise at 364-3743. Kingdom Rock Bible School DIXFIELD — Kingdom Rock Vacation Bible School for ages 3 and up will be held from 5:30 to […]
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Neighborly Seniors meet July 17 PERU — The Neighborly Seniors will meet at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 17, at the old Peru School. At the last meeting it was voted to lower the age to join from 50 to 48. Bus trips were discussed and a yard sale will be held, the date and place […]
Voters to decide on water, sewer line replacement project, tax club at July 31 meeting
DIXFIELD — The town will seek voter approval this month to improve the water, sewer and storm drain main lines in the area of Pine, High and North streets. The special town meeting is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 31, at the Dirigo High School Community Room. The meeting will be preceded by a […]
Selectmen approve tax club question for special town meeting warrant
DIXFIELD — The Board of Selectmen unanimously voted Monday evening to place a question on the July 31 special town meeting warrant asking voters whether they want to approve a tax club for the 2013-2014 fiscal year. Town Manager Linda Pagels-Wentworth said residents would have until Sept. 16 to apply for the program, which is […]
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Free lunches for children BRIDGTON — Free lunch is available for children Monday through Friday from approximately noon to 1 p.m. at the Bridgton Community Center as well as these locations during fair weather: Highland Beach, Junior Harmon Field, Woods Pond and Sawyer Circle. Bethel community blood drive BETHEL — A community blood drive will […]