Kennebec Water District officials say Tuesday’s break at the entrance to the Shaw’s Plaza shut down water service to customers on both sides of Kennedy Memorial Drive from the Shaw’s Plaza west to the Irving gas station at the top of the hill.
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Unity man held on bail after arrest for allegedly shooting at forest ranger
Sharod D. Parker, 38, was arrested on a charge of reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon as a result of the incident, which drew a heavy response from law enforcement Monday afternoon.
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China Select Board sends budget with 9% increase to voters
Officials say China’s budget is rising for the same reasons as other towns: inflation, the rising cost of labor, and increases in county and school budgets.
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About 200 attend vigil at Colby College for those killed in Gaza
Those who spoke during the gathering, organized by the campus groups Colby Action for Palestine and South Asian Society, described the conflict as genocide against the Palestinian people and mourned those who have been killed.
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Officials investigate fire that destroyed vacant house in New Portland
The fire at 15 Taylor’s Pit Road was reported shortly before 6 p.m. Sunday, officials said.
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Unity man charged after gunshots fired at forest ranger investigating illegal tree cutting, police say
Sharod D. Parker, 38, was arrested on a charge of reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon.
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In wake of Maine crashes, officials preach safety when cars and horse-drawn buggies share the road
As Amish people have settled in Maine communities, buggies have become a more common sight and experts say motorists have had to adjust.
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Waterville City Council to hold public hearing on proposed $62 million budget
The council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday and hold a public hearing on the proposed municipal and school budget for 2024-25.
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University of Maine at Augusta graduates 551 Saturday in 56th annual commencement exercises
Grace Leavitt, president of the Maine Education Association, was the class of 2024 commencement speaker.
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Two adults, child suffer burns after Anson campfire started with accelerant
The incident was reported just after 7 p.m. Friday on New Portland Road in North Anson.