Elm City Bridge Club Nancy Nesbit and Natasha Rosenbaum finished first at the Elm City Duplicate Bridge Club on Sept. 3. Lee Lenfest and Wilma Pouliott were second, with Dick Quinlan and Jessie Gunther third. Games begin at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St.; new players are welcome. For more […]
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Bremen Democratic Committee to host summer social Sept. 14
BREMEN — The Bremen Democratic Committee is set to hold a late summer social from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 14. The event’s location will be provided upon registration by emailing [email protected]. The gathering will feature coffee, juice and a variety of pastries in a casual setting, where attendees will discuss strategies to […]
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Belfast arts center to hold life drawing marathon, exhibition opening
BELFAST — Waterfall Arts is set to hold a 12-hour Life Drawing Marathon, set to take place Saturday, Sept. 14. This event also marks the opening of its Life Drawing Exhibition in the Clifford Gallery, featuring works from many of its regular participating artists. The marathon runs from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 256 […]
Posted inElection 2024, Maine, Politics
Trump made frequent stops in Maine during past campaigns. Will any candidates visit this year?
The Republican made 5 trips to the state in 2016 and ended up splitting Maine’s electoral votes for the first time. This year’s efforts have been much quieter, though that could change.
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Autumn open mic set for Damariscotta Sept. 14
DAMARISCOTTA — Damariscotta Open Mic is set for 1:30-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, in the Long Barn at Inn Along the Way, Chapman Farm, 741 Main St. Artist performances, a chance to jam with friends, inn tours and hay field walks are all part of the by-donation “open mic with a twist” fundraiser in support […]
Posted inMaine, Times Record
Brunswick passes unprecedented PFAS resolution calling for action after spill
The Town Council calls for ‘comprehensive and immediate action’ to address public safety concerns after 1,450 gallons of toxic firefighting foam were spilled at Brunswick Landing last month.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville fire chief leaving to become state fire marshal
In a surprise announcement Tuesday night, Waterville City Manager Bryan Kaenrath told the City Council that fire Chief Shawn Esler will be leaving his position Oct. 3 to become the new state fire marshal.
Posted inNation & World
Mongolia ignores international warrant for Putin’s arrest, gives him red-carpet welcome
The country has been a party to the International Criminal Court for more than 20 years, but is also economically dependent on Russia and China.
Posted inLocal Government, News
Franklin County commissioners approve fourth sergeant position for Sheriff’s Office
Commissioners also appointed people to the county’s Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee.