Gary Prentiss, who lives with disabilities, had to leave his Kennedy Memorial Drive home and had nowhere to go, but then he found out how many friends he has, Amy Calder writes.
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Waterville area widows and widowers find comfort among friends
The only rule in the social group is that members act like ladies and gentlemen and enjoy themselves, Amy Calder writes.
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Peter Ré leaves a legacy of music at Colby, Waterville and beyond
The 35-year Colby College music professor, musician, composer, pianist and conductor who left a lasting mark on the city is remembered as brilliant, thoughtful, Amy Calder writes.
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Raising garden pays off in many ways
All the work is worth it, as the time-honored tradition keeps giving back, Amy Calder writes.
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Visit to Campobello proof that you can go home again
A trip to the New Brunswick island, where her great-great-grandfather was born, as well as Lubec, the easternmost town in the U.S., was an uplifting experience, Amy Calder writes.
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Lottie Mae Boutin looks back at 100 years with a smile
The Waterville woman, born Lottie Mae Flagg, on July 12, 1916, celebrated her birthday with family and friends at Woodlands Senior Living center.
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Childhood wounds create compassionate world view
A former foster child endured years of abuse, and now, at 73, she urges people to be kind and treat their children as blessings, Amy Calder writes.
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Winslow woman takes first step on path to the rest of the world
Elizabeth Ferry, a recent UMF graduate, has joined the Peace Corps and will travel next month to Tanzania, in East Africa, Amy Calder writes.
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Waterville area notables talk about what they’ll do on their summer vacation
Amid all the bad news lately, area public figures tell Amy Calder how they plan to relax this summer.
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All Gary Prentiss wants is a place to call home
With less than a month to leave his house, and several pets to care for, he knows that it’s an uphill climb, Amy Calder writes.