The Hornets, Buckfield and Mt. Blue all earn shutouts.
Rumford
All-access trail in Rumford Community Forest to open to the public Sept. 20
The governor is expected to come celebrate the grand opening of the accessible looped trail that was completed in August.
New England-style housing project backed by Rumford Planning Board
This is the first of two subdivision projects planned in the Rumford Center Village. A public hearing on a second one, Three Peaks, LLC subdivision project at 16 Andover Road, will be held on Oct. 1.
Friday high school football: Leavitt runs over Hampden
Several ball carriers move the ball for the Hornets; Oxford Hills falls in opener
High schools Friday: Mt. Blue field hockey wins opener
The Cougars pick up a hard-fought road victory over Brunswick.
Bringing back the Teddy Bear Picnic
The teddy bear picnic was a favorite of the late June Plummer, who worked at the Rumford Library from 1977-1994.
Rumford Elementary School opens last school year in 1956 building
Mountain Valley Community School is set to open in January, when Rumford Elementary will close.
Meet 10 western Maine field hockey players to watch in 2025
A mix of offensive and defensive players should make an impact for hopeful playoff teams in the Sun Journal’s coverage area.
Barbershop conversation leads to scholarship effort in Mexico
‘We wanted to do something to honor Sally’s life, and since she had unforgettable interactions with folks at Region 9 (where she had worked), we hope to raise $500 for each of four students graduating in 2026, with a In Memory Award,’ Mitzi Sequoia said.
Winthrop and Mountain Valley golfers tee off new season in Leeds
The Ramblers and the Falcons opened the 2025 season with a match at Springbrook.