The project, being built by NextEra Energy, will cost $30 million and produce 20 megawatts, enough to power 3,000 homes.
Colin Ellis
Colin Ellis began writing for the Morning Sentinel in winter of 2016. He covers general news in Fairfield and other surrounding communities of Somerset County. Originally from Portland, he began writing for The Forecaster in southern Maine in the summer of 2014 before joining the Sentinel. He is a graduate of St. Michael’s College in Vermont, and returned to Maine in spring of 2013.
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Labor Department shifts gears, allows claimants to file work search histories by phone
In a move late Friday that was not discussed with legislators, the department changed from its previous practice of allowing claimants to file only through the online ReEmployME system.
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Winslow couple among many bringing food to police at Norridgewock command center
Shane Morrison, a former police officer, said it was ‘a humbling experience’ to bring food donations they had gathered to help officers working on an extensive manhunt.
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Annual Mid-Maine Chamber awards ceremony recognizes Waterville area individuals, businesses
The 55th annual event recognized community leaders for their contributions to the region.
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Kennebec Valley Council of Governments receives $200,000 brownfields grant
KVCOG was one of 10 organizations or communities in Maine that split $3.2 million in grant money.
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Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce names Dave Roy as Elias A. Joseph Award winner
Roy, the senior vice president at Kennebec Savings Bank, is being recognized for his history of volunteering with the chamber over the years.
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Legislature tables unemployment bill as investigation into Department of Labor nears
The bill includes amendments that would require the department to make concessions for disgruntled claimants unable to access unemployment benefits.
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Waterville attorney named Outstanding Professional by Mid-Maine Chamber
Daniel Bernier was recognized for his service as a lawyer and also his activity in the community.
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Legislators say unemployment problems still occurring as Labor investigation nears
State Sen. Troy Jackson is concerned that loggers will have a hard time getting unemployment benefits once mud season hits and soft roads sideline them temporarily
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
For a Randolph couple, a cold and muddy run sounds like wedding bells
In an unusual ceremony, two runners tie the knot after completing the annual Dirty Dog Mud Race at Thomas College while decked out in wedding gear.