Easter and other Marys

J.P. Devine reflects on Easters past and a Mary who has been much maligned.

Waterville’s Bard’s Birthday Bash among events planned this week

A 'Born to Run' concert, Earth Day events in Farmington, a Michael Jackson experience, and the Anah Shrine Circus are also planned in central Maine and beyond.

Waterville to spend $1.5 million on paving projects

As spring sets in, Waterville officials are working on paving Burleigh and Park streets and sidewalks, as well as Averill Terrace and Maura Court to fix the roads in the worst condition.

Lawmakers look to ban legacy admissions in Maine, but some colleges are pushing back

The bill would prevent public and private colleges and universities in Maine from considering whether an applicant's parents went to or donated to the school in the admissions process.

2025 Central Maine Spring Sports Preview

Mainers have two extra hours of daylight. What should you do with them?

The sun won't set until around 7:30 p.m. this week, meaning you've got nearly two more hours to walk, bike, or eat ice cream.

God bless the cleaning lady

J.P. Devine talks about sharing a laugh with the cleaning lady as they peek out the window at the passing walkers who stroll by and look up at the house.

From Waterville to West Virginia: Dreaming of a better life

The friends who met while staying at the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter in Waterville share their hopes and sorrows as they dream of a better life, Amy Calder writes.

Please, Canada, take Maine in? | Opinion

Our state would be foolish not to jump at the opportunity to become the 11th province.

Waterville college holds inauguration for 6th president

Dr. Jeannine Diddle Uzzi started her role as president at Thomas College on Nov. 1, 2024.