Opinion
The Basket Lady
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amToday is a good day. Today is the day for you to discover your creativity. Today in everything that you do, from waking up to start the new day to paying your bills, requires creativity.
The River Valley is filled with creative individuals who give of their time and resources to various causes. Most importantly, they express their good intentions by showing a kindness to others.
Philosopher and Poet Harry Palmer believed that self-love was the key to be-ing creative. He wrote:
When you adopt the viewpoint that
There is nothing that exists that
Cooking
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amWhile the recent bone chilling winds call for hot, steamy soups, a break from winter might just be the thing to cheer us up and give us hope that spring will, in fact, arrive in a few more weeks.
After all, the daylight hours have grown by more than an hour since the Winter Solstice, and on March 11, we’ll turn our clocks forward and gain another hour of daylight at the end of the day. My husband and I always pay close attention to the increasing number of minutes, then hours, of daylight as we watch the evening news.
Oxford County Democrat news
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amREGION -- The Oxford County Democrats welcomed several of the U.S. Senate contenders for the Democratic Party nomination at an Old Fashioned Beef Stew Supper held on February 2 at the Eagles Hall in Rumford.
Former Secretary of State Matt Dunlap, State Senator Cynthis Dill, and Rep. Jon Hinck all made their case for support to the crowd of nearly 50 in attendance. James Tierney also spoke but has since ended his campaign.
Wonderful educational opportunity
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amTo the Editor:
We are writing because our son has been given a wonderful educational opportunity this year and we want to share our excitement.
The Eddy, an alternative middle school in Newry, is halfway through its inaugural school year and my husband and I are more pleased each day to see the work that our 12-year old accomplishes there.
Deb Webster, a Maine-certified teacher, is a great combination of visionary, teacher and communicator. She has been able to implement a program that challenges, encourages and supports young people in amazing ways.
Kudos to Black Mountain for successful Nationals
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amTo the Editor:
More than 400 top skiers from around the globe were in Rumford to compete in the U.S. Cross Country Skiing Championships held January 2-8.
This was the second year Black Mountain of Maine hosted this world-class event that provides an opportunity for nordic skiers to vie for both national titles and spots on three international teams.
MaineLyme needs your vote
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amTo the Editor:
As many of you know, for the last eight years (thanks to Jon) we have been “consumed by Lyme.”
More recently, I’ve joined a group that has been involved in developing a non-profit organization whose heart and sole is Lyme. Our board of directors represent the entire State of Maine and for obvious reasons we are now known as MaineLyme.
Donated support was amazing
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amNate Gallant of Mexico is surrounded by members of the girls' teams who sold raffle tickets and helped at the bake sales. (Photo courtesy of Trudi Cormier)
Thanks to Rumford Library Friends
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amTo the Editor:
Over many years, the Rumford Public Library Friends organization has worked successfully to support our library.
During this especially difficult budget year, the Friends group has outdone itself. Thanks to the Friends’ generosity, the library has acquired badly needed equipment for the front desk and children’s room.
A few weeks ago, the library’s ancient refrigerator broke down. The Friends wasted no time in purchasing a new one.
The Chamber Chatter
Feb 17, 2012 12:00 amOur friends at Brian’s Bistro are not only offering the “$5 Burger Night” on Wednesdays but they will also be opened on Monday nights from 4 to 9 p.m. with a Mexican menu only! Burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas and a great variety of other Mexican dishes are on the menu (Jessica just brought me one). This plus a great choice of “aperitivos” (appetizers) and “coctels” (cocktails) are being offered. A great destination for your Monday night fiesta!!
A recycling program that pays $50 rebate
Feb 10, 2012 12:00 amREGION -- The new year arrives with a fresh opportunity for Maine residents to save energy, save money and receive a $50 rebate for recycling their outdated refrigerators and freezers.
Efficiency Maine’s new program encourages Mainers using older, extra refrigerators or freezers to consider the many benefits of recycling them. The program offers to pick up the old units at homes, at no cost, in addition to paying the $50 incentive.
