State and local factors make this ‘a very difficult budget year.’
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.
Posted inCommunity, News
Not everyone loves Waterville’s Purnell-Wrigley Field. Could it move?
A number of changes are in the works as the city renews its agreement with the Alfond Youth and Community Center to operate the Mathews Avenue field after a decade.
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Posted inCommunity, Maine, News
A wet central Maine spring means potholes. Here’s why, and what to do.
As public works fills potholes in Waterville and other communities across the region, local mechanics get busy fixing the damage the rough pavement wreaks on cars.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Amazon distribution center plans draw questions, concerns from Waterville and Sidney residents
The proposed distribution center would bring 150 to 200 jobs to the area, according to Amazon, but some worry the project would imperil existing jobs in the region.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Thousands of Mainers protest Trump policies amid latest ‘No Kings’ nationwide rallies
Transgender rights activist Ella Bowman rallied the Waterville crowd on bodily autonomy, while speakers across the state criticized policies they say threaten democracy.
Posted inMaine, News
Oakland officials place temporary ban on mobile home lot rent increases
Oakland is the latest Maine community to freeze lot rent increases before considering rent stabilization ordinances.