RUMFORD — A 15-year-old Rumford boy was charged with criminal mischief Tuesday after a quarter acre of woods was set on fire behind Mountain Valley High School, according to Sgt. Tracey Higley of the Rumford Police Department. Rumford Fire and Police departments were dispatched at around 3 p.m. to 799 Hancock St. for the fire, […]
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Mother’s Day crafts, food sale DIXFIELD — A Mother’s Day craft fair and food sale will be held rain or shine from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at Mystic Valley Grange No. 313, Route 17, East Dixfield. Lunch with hot or cold drinks will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. […]
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Local horseshoe club prepares for a new season of “fun, friendship and competition.”
RUMFORD — Mark Gaudet was a child when the Rumford Mexico Horseshoe Club was formed nearly 50 years ago. Back then, it consisted of mill workers and friends on Strafford Avenue who played for leisure. Eventually they built a clubhouse near the mill where they could gather and participate in friendly competition. “They had a […]
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RUMFORD — Unless otherwise noted, the following are to be arraigned on June 4 in Rumford District Court: *Joseph Jacobson, 23, of Rumford, domestic violence, 10:58 a.m. May 7 on Spruce Street. He was released on $800 unsecured bail. *Donal L. Boyd, 34, of Lucedale, Miss., operating under the influence, 12:36 a.m. May 5 on […]
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Rumford Historical Society annual meeting set for May 15
RUMFORD — The Rumford Historical Society will hold its Annual Meeting of the Members at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 15, in the auditorium of the Rumford Municipal Building. The Nominating Committee will present the slate of officers and directors for year 2013-14, for election by the members. The program will be presented by Louise Horne. […]
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Vendors for Old Home Days CARTHAGE — Vendors are wanted for the Carthage Old Home Days to be held July 13. Call Barbara Berry at 207-562-7072 for more information. Historical Soc. prepares to open RUMFORD — The Rumford Historical Society Board of Directors will be preparing the Lufkin School Museum in Rumford Center for its […]
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Pepin surprised at high school fitness room dedication
RUMFORD — Mountain Valley High School (MVHS) students rose for a standing ovation as the Roger Pepin Fitness Room was dedicated recently. To most students and staff, Pepin is a frequent power walker at the school. He always has a smile and positive comment for all he meets during his walks. The dedication poster said, […]
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Ham supper at ‘Green Church’ MEXICO — A public ham supper will be served at 5 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the Mexico Congregational Church, United Church of Christ (the “Green Church”). The meal will include homemade pies. Take-outs will be available after 5:30; call 364-8603. The price for adults is $8 and for children […]