Lunch, yard sale swap planned OTISFIELD — A free (donations accepted) community lunch and yard sale swap, will be held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, at Community Hall, Route 121. Menu includes chicken a la king, biscuits, peas, salads, gingerbread, coffee, tea, water. To arrange a ride, call Nancy Coombs at […]
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Cruise night is June 17 DIXFIELD — Doug’s Dogs Classic / Antique / Rods Cruise Night will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, at the Holmes Market parking lot. For more information call Brad at 357-6789. Stephens High School Class of 1954 MEXICO — The Stephens High School Class of 1954 […]
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Recognition dinner for Rep. Briggs planned for June 19
DIXFIELD — The Oxford County Democrats have announced hosts for the Recognition Dinner for Rep. Sheryl Briggs to be held on Thursday, June 19, at the Dixfield Legion Hall. Hosts include Sheriff Wayne Gallant of Rumford, Sen. John and Claire Patrick of Rumford, Malcolm and Maureen Gill of Dixfield, Jimmy and Brenda McHugh of Mexico, […]
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Seniors plan trip to Cabbage Island PERU — Rumford Seniors at Peru are clarifying an error in their newsletter. There is no trip going to tall ships as stated. The group is planning a trip to Cabbage Island. The cost is $80, date to be announced. If interested, call 562-7700 or 562-4225. Stephens High School […]
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Free Senior Resource Fair set for June 19
MEXICO — In recognition of Elder Abuse Awareness Day, the Oxford County Elder Abuse Taskforce will hold a Free Senior Resource Fair from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, June 19, at the Oxford Federal Credit Union, 225 River Road. The event will include resource tables where attendees can receive information and resources. Agencies tabling will […]
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Mexico residents reminded of fireworks law
MEXICO — The Board of Selectmen and the police chief are reminding residents that using fireworks in town is illegal and could result in fines. Selectman Reggie Arsenault issued the reminder at Tuesday’s board meeting. “Any court costs incurred by the town can be passed on to anyone charged with firing off fireworks,” he said. […]
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Mexico police log
MEXICO — The Police Department responded to 52 incidents over the past six days, including the following: * Police Chief Roy Hodsdon said officers have received a “very high” number of complaints about people riding ATVs “full blast” down Roxbury Road and through people’s private property without asking permission. “We’re setting up special details to […]
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RSU 10’s $36.2 million budget passes
DIXFIELD — RSU 10 voters approved a $36.2 million operating budget Tuesday by a nearly 2-1 majority. The final unofficial numbers are 935-484 for 11 of the 12 district towns. Hanover’s numbers were not available. “We are very happy that the voters of RSU 10 have provided us their support,” Superintendent Craig King said Wednesday. […]
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Mexico resident submits dog park request to selectmen
MEXICO — The Board of Selectmen on Tuesday heard a request to have a dog park at the recreation park. Rollie Bousquet told selectmen he wanted to see a place where “people could bring their dogs and let them off their leashes to run around and burn off some excess energy. “I know the reasons […]
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Mexico voters approve $3.03 million budget
MEXICO — Residents approved all municipal budget items during Tuesday’s referendum, Town Clerk Peggy Duguay said. The budget for 2014-2015 fiscal year is $3.03 million, an increase from the $2.98 million approved in 2013. Duguay said a majority of the budget questions were approved by a healthy margin. In the contested race for two seats […]