American Legion state commander Kirk Thurston said the federal holiday was formalized as a way of remembering and mourning the members of the U.S. military who died in service.
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New Rumford VA clinic to open Tuesday
The new 7,200-square-foot, single-level facility will replace the former outpatient clinic located on Franklin Street in Rumford.
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Three arrested after fentanyl found during Rumford traffic stop
Rumford Police Chief Tony Milligan said targeting people who traffic in fentanyl remains a priority for his department.
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Southern New Hampshire University lauds local president’s list students
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Southern New Hampshire University has named several local students to its 2023 winter president’s list. They include Nicholas Dickinson of Topsham, Jenna Gagne of Sabattus, Samuel Payne of Lewiston, Samantha Fox of Lovell, Jordan Handy of Auburn, Bryce Cobb of Turner, Ashley Parks of Anson and Ethan Rombalski of Turner. Also, Rebecca Lagoda of Bridgton, Ryan Pomerleau of Lewiston, Jack Bontatibus […]
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Vacation Bible schools, Totus Tuus set for local churches this summer
Vacation Bible Schools and Totus Tuus are being offered at parishes around Maine this summer. They are a way for youths to learn about their faith, while having fun and making new friends, according to a news release from Dave Guthro, communications director, Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland. Vacation Bible Schools • Gray Monday-Friday, July […]
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Outdoor Memorial Day Masses set for Lewiston, Rumford
Bishop Robert Deeley plans to celebrate a Memorial Day Mass at 10 a.m. Monday, May 29, at St. Peter’s Cemetery, 217 Switzerland Road in Lewiston. All are invited to this Mass. The origins of Memorial Day date back to the Civil War when many cities and towns would set aside a day to remember those […]
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Rumford native donates ‘Hopeful’ sign in memory of his immigrant father
The 25-foot sign was placed at 150 Congress St. on the wall facing Dunkin’.
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Face Time: Kitty and JT — Rumford natives singing and playing for their Maine fans
The Kennebunkport couple both have full-time careers, but manage to fit in performances on the weekends.