News
Smart meters to be explained
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amRUMFORD -- Prior to Thursday's regular selectmen's meeting, there will be a 6 p.m. workshop when citizens can hear a presentation about the smart meters that are going to placed by Central Maine Power at homes and businesses.
A similar presentation was made on June 28 across the river in Mexico.
Tasha Raymond, CMP customer service advisor from Farmington, said their smart meters are safe both in terms of personal health and internet security.
This is not the first time smart meters have been installed. There are more than 20 million of them in use in the country.
Local businesses recognized for working healthy
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amMEXICO- The River Valley Healthy Communities Coalition wishes to congratulate businesses and organizations in northern Oxford County that have placed a high priority on promoting good health for their employees. Through their efforts of supporting a tobacco-free lifestyle, encouraging physical activity, and promoting healthy eating habits, participating businesses and organizations may realize the benefits of a healthier workforce.
Rumford welcomes Amato's
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amWill employ 15-20 people
RUMFORD -- If all goes as planned, an Amato's restaurant will be opening for business by Nov. 1 in the area known as the Gateway Parcel, located across from Hannaford's.
Last Wednesday, town officials, banks, economic and chamber members, joined business partners Steve Roderick and Dave Duguay and their wives for a groundbreaking ceremony. After several comments were made, Andy Levesque, who owns A. J. Levesque Excavating LLC of Poland, started up an excavator to continue work on the site between Waldo and Cumberland streets beside Route 2.
Juvenile charged for grave-tipping
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amPERU- Last month it was discovered that the Demerritt Cemetery was vandalized after a neighbor of the property noticed more than a dozen head stones were tipped over, including some dating back to the Civil War. Last week, Sgt. Tim Holland of the Oxford County Sheriff's Office charged a 16-year-old boy in connection with the vandalism.
“It seems right now that he acted alone,” noted Holland. “But, I'm leaving no stone unturned.”
PRO WRESTLING
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amPRO WRESTLING -- A victorious Jason Dolloff of Peru is congratulated by his jubilent fans after he teamed with Julian Starr to win a tag team match with Brian Fury and The Pharoah during NWA (National Wrestling Alliance) On Fire, held recently in the Mexico Rec Center. See story and more photos on Page 8. (Times photo by Bruce Farrin)
SHOW OF SUPPORT
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amAdam Theriault of Mexico waves a skull and cross bones flag in support of his friend, Jason Dolloff of Peru, who was invited to wrestle with the stars of NWA On Fire that was recently held at the Mexico Rec Center. Theriault was seated among a rowdy crowd of Dolloffs that could be heard cheering from across the gym. (Times photo by Cherri Crockett)
Waste Time With Patty
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amDear Patty:
I just discovered that glass is being landfilled at the transfer station. Isn’t it better to recycle it?
Signed – Glass Watcher
Dear Glass:
TAKING RACING TO NEW HEIGHTS
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amTAKING RACING TO NEW HEIGHTS -- Kassie Thibodeau (left) and her brother KJ take a big jump together on their practice course at their South Rumford Road home. Whether it's motocross or snowmobile racing, these youngsters have found competitive success since beginning racing in 2007, when KJ was just eight years old! See story and more photos on Page 1A. (Times photo by Bruce Farrin)
Outdoor Market is August 21
Aug 19, 2011 12:00 amDIXFIELD- The Outdoor Market committee is pleased to announce that their plans for the August 21 event have begun and they're looking forward to another successful year.
Ralph and Norine Clarke have led the charge for the past 20-plus years and the history started long before that in the 1950's when the Tributary Arts Council started the tradition.
Healthy Living
Aug 12, 2011 12:00 amOvercoming vertigo-dizziness
by Lauren Hebert, DPT
Vertigo (dizziness) is a common problem that often causes great suffering. But that suffering is often needless because many causes of vertigo can be fixed. Vertigo can be caused by several problems.
One of the most common is a tiny stone that forms in the balance control system of the inner ear. This is known as BPPV (benign paroxysmal postural vertigo).
