The Morning Sentinel’s Rich Abrahamson needed to unload his collection of Christmas blow molds, and Danielle Gould was happy to take them since it meant she could grow her own collection and continue to spread Christmas cheer.
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Posted inCommunity, Morning Sentinel
Jackman high school recognizes 6 students
JACKMAN — Forest Hills High School has announced its students of the month and random acts of kindness recipients for September, October and November, according to a news release from Ami Amero at the school. Addison Chaisson, a freshman, was selected student of the month for September. Selection was based on the following Habit of […]
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Posted inLocal Government, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville city manager announces abrupt resignation over ‘personal and urgent circumstances’
Steve Daly announced his resignation in a letter Thursday to city councilors after nearly two years on the job as Waterville’s top municipal official.
Posted inCommunity, Local Government, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Fairfield looks to bring changes to Mill Island Park
Town officials are looking to transform Mill Island, once a vibrant industrial hub, into a popular recreational site, while honoring local history and addressing the needs of residents.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Erskine Academy holds Renaissance assembly
CHINA — Erskine Academy held a Renaissance assembly Dec. 16 to recognize first trimester award recipients. Recognition awards were presented to Mia Hersom, Brody Worth, Elsa Redmond, Gavyn Paradis, Adrianna Vernesoni, Nolan Burgess and Jesseca Eastup. Three seniors received Senior of the Trimester awards: Lillian Dorval, daughter of Jillian and Christopher Carey of Vassalboro; Kayla […]
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Pine Tree Society to offer program for deaf, hard of hearing
ROME — In February, Maine deaf and hard of hearing youth can attend a long weekend at Pine Tree Camp. This program, the Dirigo Experience, is scheduled for Friday through Monday, Feb. 17-20 at 14 Pine Tree Camp Road. Through outdoor experiences and team building with peers, participants will have the chance to make new […]
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Foundation’s Kennebec County Grantmaking Committee adds 4 advisors
Four new advisors have joined the Maine Community Foundation’s Kennebec County Grantmaking Committee. They are Nate Cotnoir of Sidney, Elizabeth Jabar of Waterville, Angela Parker of Benton and Darcy Whittemore of Readfield. MaineCF’s county committees are made up of community members who live or work in the county and serve as local ambassadors for the […]
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
‘Armed and dangerous’ man was hiding in Waterville attic when arrested, police say
Diego Martinez, 31, of Massachusetts was arrested early Monday, capping a manhunt that lasted more than five weeks after he eluded police in Sabattus.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Fairfield settles dispute with firefighters’ union over bonus pay
The town paid firefighters their full bonus amount this week and their union has dropped a labor complaint filed over the matter.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Cincinnati-based manufacturer acquires Benton company, plans facility at FirstPark in Oakland
The agreement between Meyer Tool Inc. and B&B Precise Products Inc. is expected to allow B&B to raise capital for a $3 million, 15,000-square-foot expansion of its facility on Route 100 in Benton.