MEXICO — The Sebastian Munster Charity Golf Tournament was held Sept. 26 at Oakdale Country Club to benefit the family of Sebastian Munster, who was killed at the Rumford paper mill. The event raised over $500 for the trust fund, which also now holds over $6,000 raised by other fundraisers from local mill crews. Winners […]
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Police investigating rash of car burglaries, thefts in Rumford, Mexico
RUMFORD — A rash of vehicle burglaries and stolen cars this week has prompted police Chief Stacy Carter to urge people not to leave their keys or valuables in their unlocked vehicles. “Over the past week, we have received numerous reports of vehicles having been rummaged through,” Carter said in a news release Wednesday. “In […]
Swift River homemakers make plans for fair
ROXBURY — The Swift River Valley Extension Homemakers met at the Town Office on Oct. 2 for their monthly meeting. Preparations are being made for their participation in the RES fall fair on Nov. 25, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Rumford Elementary School. Members have made a quilt for their fall project […]
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Financial aid night at Dirigo DIXFIELD — A financial aid night will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28, at Dirigo High School in the SCC. All students in grades nine through 12 and parents are welcome. This is the opportunity to learn about post-secondary financial aid options. This information session will specifically cover […]
Cancer Crusaders holding sixth annual Haunted Walk fundraiser
RUMFORD — The Cancer Crusaders is holding its sixth annual Haunted Halloween Walk on Oct. 24, 25 and 31 at 320 Isthmus Road. Hours are 7 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24 and 25, and 8 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31. Admission is $5. A snack and drink will be served at […]
Final Push Supper: Dems plan Oct. 24 event in Rumford
RUMFORD — The Oxford County Democrats Final Push Supper for the 2014 campaign will be held at the Eagles Hall at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24, with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Mike Michaud as the guest of honor. The event will also be a Meet the Candidates event for River Valley area legislative candidates Sen. John […]
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Chesterville Grange ‘souper’ supper CHESTERVILLE — The Chesterville Grange will have a public “souper” supper on Friday, Oct. 24, serving between 5 and 6:30 p.m. Meal includes homemade soups, chowders, breads and dessert. Adults, $5; child, $2.50. For more information, call 778-2282 or 778-5845. Oxford Historical meeting change OXFORD — The Oxford Historical Society has […]