City officials to revisit rezoning request Tuesday by the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter, which seeks to develop an abandoned building into apartments for seniors and adults with families, with some emergency units for the homeless.
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Colby students make film about Waterville neighborhood
The documentary is to be shown Tuesday, May 17 at Railroad Square Cinema.
Pittsfield student performs in Baldwin Wallace University play
BEREA, Ohio — Julia Cooke of Pittsfield was part of the cast and crew from Baldwin Wallace University that recently staged Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible.” Cooke, a graduate of Messalonskee High School in Oakland majoring in theater acting and directing, played the part of Sarah Good and served as understudy for Elizabeth Proctor and Rebecca […]
Madison senior receives Principal’s Award
Brooke McKenney of Madison, a senior at Madison Area Memorial High School, has received the 2022 Principal’s Award, according to a news release from Principal Christopher LeBlanc. The award, sponsored by the Maine Principals’ Association, is given in recognition of a high school senior’s academic achievement and citizenship. “Brooke is an exceptional student who carries […]
International Food Festival offers cuisine from 22 countries at MCI in Pittsfield
Festival has become one of the most beloved traditions at Maine Central Institute.
Police: Two women die Saturday in Caratunk crash
Jordan Merchant, 25, of Eastbrook and Lindsey Walsh, 28, of Lakeville, Massachusetts, killed when their car hit a tree after making contact with friend’s pickup truck.
With renovations to outdoor stage, Sidney arts center looks to draw bigger acts, larger crowds
The Snow Pond Center for the Arts renovates its outdoor stage, the Bowl in the Pines amphitheater, which officials say should allow the organization to provide enhanced experiences for audiences and artists.
ShineOnCass event raises funds, food for humane society
More than 160 children and their families, dressed in pajamas, visited Hart-to-Hart Farm & Education Center in Albion May 1 to welcome newborn farm animals (also in pajamas), give back to their community, and honor the legacy of Cassidy Charette at the annual ShineOnCass Animal Baby Shower & PJ Party. The event featured hands-on educational […]
As 254 graduate from Thomas College, at least one finishes debt-free in just three semesters
Sophie O’Clair of Fayette received her associates degree from Thomas College in Waterville before she even graduated from high school and then received a bachelor’s degree in psychology Saturday from the college after just three semesters.
Seasonal businesses in central Maine struggle to find workers as economic conditions improve
The national economy is humming and companies are ramping up hiring, but seasonal businesses in central Maine continue to struggle to find enough help as they prepare for the busy summer months.