RUMFORD — State Rep. Sheryl Briggs said Friday that she is looking for the names of veterans who were wounded or killed during World War II, the Korean War or the Vietnam War so they can be recognized at a Veterans Day ceremony. Briggs said the ceremony is planned for Saturday, Nov. 8, at the […]
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Mexico seeks nominations for Night of Appreciation
MEXICO — Selectmen are asking for nominations for the annual Night of Appreciation banquet where residents and town employees are recognized. The banquet will be held in October. The categories are: * Employee of the Year: This award will be presented to a full-time employee who provides services to the community in the most exemplary […]
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River Valley residents in shock over deaths, injuries in Brewer accident
MEXICO — River Valley residents reacted with shock and disbelief Wednesday morning to the deaths of a Rumford couple and the serious injuries of a Mexico couple in a head-on collision in Brewer on Tuesday. Police said Joseph Richard, 76, of Mexico, was traveling west on Route 9 when his vehicle crossed the centerline and […]
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Mexico searching for next Boston Post Cane recipient
MEXICO — The town is searching for the oldest resident to present them with the Boston Post Cane, Deputy Clerk Sheryl Briggs said Thursday afternoon. Briggs said residents should send a nomination letter to the Town Office if they believe they qualify as the oldest resident, or if they know someone who does qualify. “We’ll […]
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Oxford County Democrats to host dinner in honor of district representative
DIXFIELD — The Oxford County Democrats are honoring Rep. Sheryl Briggs, D-Mexico, for her years of service at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, June 19, at the American Legion Hall in Dixfield, according to a news release by county Chairwoman Cathy Newell. Briggs was elected to the Maine House of Representatives in 2007, and has served District […]
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Dixfield ceremony will honor veterans
DIXFIELD — A March 30 remembrance and recognition ceremony for military veterans will include a certificate and Gold Star Medal for Rupert Torrey, the first World War II soldier from Dixfield to be killed. The Swasey-Torrey American Legion Post in Dixfield is named after Torrey. The awards will be presented to his family. The ceremony […]