Voters rejected an article that would appropriate money for capital improvement, and one which appropriates salaries for general government.
Abigail Pritchard
Staff Writer
Abigail covers Waterville and its neighboring towns for the Morning Sentinel. She received her master’s in journalism from Boston University and was formerly the editor-in-chief of American University’s student newspaper, The Eagle. Her work has appeared in various Massachusetts-based publications and she previously worked as the Statehouse correspondent for The New Bedford Light. When she’s not working, Abigail enjoys cooking, reading and overpaying for coffee she could make at home.
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Voters pass Oakland-area school budget
All five Regional School Unit 18 towns approved the spending plan Tuesday.
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Jewell elected to Belgrade Board of Selectpersons
Melanie Jewell won 57% of the vote, beating competitor Andrew Dallas.
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Winslow passes $21.2M school budget
The spending plan saw heavy cuts and a compromise from the town council.
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Waterville planning board signals approval of Amazon project
The 3.6-acre distribution hub would bring 150 to 200 jobs to the area, according to Amazon.
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Oakland is dropping plans for an ordinance to stabilize mobile home lot rent. What’s next?
After a fraught few months, Oakland extended a moratorium on lot rent increases, but residents are still looking for answers.
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Waterville officials reject budget on first reading
After city councilors disagreed on the best use of undesignated funds, they voted against the city’s budget proposal.
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Waterville delays ICE cooperation ordinance vote, will exempt police
The amended ordinance would apply only to non-law enforcement city employees rather than all city employees.
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What does it takes to install an art exhibition at Colby’s museum?
Inside ‘Alex Katz | Out of Sight: A Drawing Survey’ and the work that went into creating it.
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Get to know Maine’s 2026 Grads to Watch
These 12 graduating seniors aren’t waiting until they receive their diplomas to start making a difference. We hope you enjoy learning their stories.