COVID-19 testing keeping students in class, Dixfield district leader says

Students and staff at Dirigo middle and high schools participate only with consent.

Things are looking up for Maine’s downhill ski scene

Western Maine mountains are in the home stretch of getting ready for the upcoming ski season, which could start any day, weather-depending, for Sunday River Ski Resort. The head of Maine's ski association is optimistic for an above-average year.

Rumford-based school board continues mask mandate; some members oppose the rule

Chairman asks directors to respect students at the meeting by wearing masks.

Oxford County arrest log: Oct 26, 2021

Annual Dixfield Discount Fuel Toy Drive underway

Collection to benefit River Valley elementary students at Christmas.

Oxford County arrest log: Oct. 23, 2021

Rumford crowd walks to shine spotlight to end domestic violence

Police Chief Tony Milligan said his department has had close to 200 incidents.

COVID-19 outbreak at Rumford Community Home grows to 65 cases

The 84-bed skilled nursing and assisted living facility has reported four resident deaths.

Maine CDC investigating outbreaks at Clover Health Care, Paris Town Office

Another staff member at Rumford Community home tested positive, bringing the total cases there to 48 residents and staff.

Dixfield-based school district advances conversation on civil rights and equality

A community forum Tuesday at Dirigo High School drew participants who shared their experiences and hopes.