FAIRFIELD — Dick Quinlan and Patricia Kick were winners at the Elm City Bridge Club’s Nov. 2 game. Suzon Morrison and David Bourque placed second, and Ed and Joyce Rushton and Paul and Judy Jones, tied for third. The club meets at noon every Tuesday at the Elks Lodge, Industrial Road in Waterville. Participants are […]
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
School districts in central Maine hustle to bring COVID-19 vaccine to their youngest students
Children ages 5 to 11 are now eligible for the vaccine and some school districts in the region will host clinics as soon as next week.
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Northern Light Health facilities in central Maine to increase starting pay for workers
The health system, which has locations in Waterville, Pittsfield and elsewhere, will boost pay to $17 an hour at certain locations in an effort to lure and retain staff.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Political newcomer prevails in Waterville recount for Ward 7 council seat
Thomas A. McCormick picked up two more votes in Friday’s recount for the City Council seat in Waterville, defeating incumbent Erik Thomas 161 to 151.
Posted inCommunity, Morning Sentinel
Waterville church members hold diaper drive for local families
WATERVILLE — St. Mark’s Episcopal Church held its annual diaper drive Oct. 25 to benefit the Waterville Essentials Closet, providing supplies for local families that are not available through other benefits like SNAP and WIC. More than 3,000 diapers were collected from church member donations and gathered to pack and deliver the donations. Everyone is […]
Posted inCommunity, Morning Sentinel
Waterville site to host Mobile Vet Center Nov. 10
WATERVILLE — The Alfond Youth & Community Center plans to host the Mobile Vet Center from Lewiston Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 126 North St., to offer its care giver support program, Post 9/11 transition team, and assistance with enrolling veterans in the VA health care system and obtaining benefits. Throughout the year, and especially on […]
Posted inKennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Skowhegan home to new PPE storage facility
SKOWHEGAN — The Somerset County Commission and county administrator recently attended a ground breaking for a new personal protective equipment storage facility. The building will be attached to the County Communications Center in Skowhegan, which is owned by the county. Recognizing the need for long-term PPE storage, new space will be climate controlled, ensuring county […]
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
RSU 74 board adopts mask requirement for Carrabec schools
The mask mandate passed 8-6, with one board member absent, and came after an hour of comments from the public.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Town Council agrees to lower list price for Pittsfield Community Theater
The asking price for the downtown building that houses the defunct theater is now $149,900. Officials hope the new price will lure a buyer.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville council takes initial vote to borrow $5.28 million for parks and other projects
The money would be used for a variety of purposes but a large allotment would improve and expand the North Street Recreation Area and the Pine Ridge Recreation Area.