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Learn how you save money
Jan 06, 2012 12:00 amMEXICO -- In these economic times, it is harder than ever to save money. However, an upcoming forum promises to show area families that it is possible to find ways to cut corners, pinch pennies and stretch a dollar.
Stretch a Dollar Day, which is free to all ages, will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 7 at the Region 9 School of Applied Technology, located at 377 River Rd.
There will be a wide variety of exhibitors, vendors and presenters to show the many ways there are to save money! It will cover all aspects of
Protect your dog and others
Jan 06, 2012 12:00 amREGION- Over the past several weeks there has been an outbreak of Parvo (CPV) throughout River Valley towns and it needs to be known that this is a highly-contagious virus that is airborne and will affect any dog that is not vaccinated properly.
Learn how you save money
Dec 30, 2011 12:00 amMEXICO -- In these economic times, it is harder than ever to save money. However, an upcoming forum promises to show area families that it is possible to find ways to cut corners, pinch pennies and stretch a dollar.
Stretch a Dollar Day, which is free to all ages, will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 7 at the Region 9 School of Applied Technology, located at 377 River Rd.
There will be a wide variety of exhibitors, vendors and presenters to show the many ways there are to save money! It will cover all aspects of
State parks offer New Year’s fun with four first-day hikes
Dec 30, 2011 12:00 amREGION -- New Year’s revelers will get the chance this year to welcome in 2012 in a new way, with four guided “First Day Hikes” sponsored by the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands (BPL), under the Maine Department of Conservation.
Maine state parks are joining a nationwide initiative among all 50 states to offer “First Day Hikes” as way for individuals and families to connect with great outdoor fun and to create special, holiday memories. The Jan. 1 hikes mark the first time all U.S. state park systems have joined together to sponsor the event.
Every Fifteen Minutes
Dec 30, 2011 12:00 amRUMFORD -- "We're trying to change the culture of drinking and making bad decisions; keeping the community safe."
Those were the words of Rumford Police Sgt. Tracey Higley. Higley, along with Chief Stacy Carter and Mountain Valley High School Asst. Principal Chris Decker addressed the Board of Selectmen here on Dec. 15 about a nationwide community program they're introducing locally called Every Fifteen Minutes.
Gawler Family to perform at Skye
Dec 30, 2011 12:00 amREGION -- New England Celtic Arts will present The Gawler Family at Skye Theatre Performing Arts Center in South Carthage on Wednesday December 28, and at Unity College Center for the Performing Arts in Unity on Thursday December 29.
Curtain at Skye is 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in Unity. A Pre-show jam session at Skye will start 1 hour prior to curtain. A community Barnraisers' supper will be held from 5-7 p.m. in Unity. A brief Contra Dance will be held at both venues at the close of the concert.
Delivering the sweets
Dec 30, 2011 12:00 amRUMFORD- As you take a stroll down Congress Street looking for that perfect spur-of-the moment gift of gratitude for someone special in your life, you think flowers. Well, a pleasant surprise is waiting for you as you open the door to Davis Florist, the sweet aroma of fresh baked goods.
From a student's perspective
Dec 30, 2011 12:00 amMountain Valley High School senior Alex Parent is the school's new representative to the RSU 10 Board of Directors. (Photo by Donna Peare)
Students shine at MVHS Winter Concert
Dec 30, 2011 12:00 amAlexa Fryover performs the song "Happy," by Leona Lewis. She was accompanied by Erich Zurhorst of keyboard, Alex Witas on bass guitar, and Tyler Smith on percussion. (Times photo by Bruce Farrin)
MVHS delivers holiday drive to food pantry
Dec 30, 2011 12:00 amNHS members Kyle Gauvin and Garrett Carver count the food items and pack them for delivery to the food pantry.
