Proceeds are to benefit patient relief fund at Northern Light Inland Hospital.
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News and information from the greater Waterville area.
Parish groups plan ‘Taste of Corpus Christi Parish’ event
WINSLOW — Parish groups plan to join together on Sunday, Sept. 12, to host a free event to gather parishioners and community members from Waterville, Winslow, and beyond for food, music, and relaxation. The Taste of Corpus Christi Parish is scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the St. John Church campus on Monument […]
As Common Ground Country Fair cancels, organizers of other upcoming fairs consider changes amid COVID surge
After taking hiatuses last year, Oosoola Days, Farmington Fair, Clinton Lions Agricultural Fair and the New Portland Lions Fair all said that they plan to move forward with in-person events this month.
Labor Day celebrations abound at Norridgewock’s Oosoola Days
After canceling last year because of the pandemic, Oosoola Days were back this weekend as visitors enjoyed the sunny Labor Day weather.
Oakland motorcyclist who died after Freeport crash was railroad safety manager
Oscar Gerry III died six days after the crash Aug. 21 on Interstate 295 in Freeport while riding with about 20 other motorcyclists headed to visit a motorcycle club in Portland.
Waterville council seeks public input for spending $1.7 million in pandemic relief money
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the Rescue Plan Act funds at 6 p.m. Tuesday at The Elm at 21 College Ave.
Educare Central Maine launches Lab School & Learning Hub
Educare Central Maine exceeded its initial goal of $250,000 to launch its Lab School and Learning Hub at a fundraiser on Aug. 17 in Belgrade, according to a news release. The event drew more than 120 supporters of early care and education, including Gov. Janet Mills, who spoke about the importance of expanding quality care […]
Initiative pays Kennebec, Somerset schools to start outdoor clubs
Teens to Trails partners with Maine Department of Education to encourage group outdoor activities.
Waterville chamber breakfast to feature 3 business owners
WATERVILLE — Three business owners are scheduled to speak at the Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce breakfast, to be held from 7:15 to 9 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 9, in the Colby/Coburn Room at the Best Western Plus, 375 Main St. Chris Gaunce of Central Maine Motors Auto Group, Mike Fortin of Fortin’s Home Furnishings, and Robin […]
Coalition to offer free mobile health units in Rangeley, Phillips, Farmington
Healthy Community Coalition has announced its upcoming schedule of free mobile health unit events, through which a variety of health screenings and education will be offered at each location. Screenings offered include blood pressure and cholesterol checks and body composition analysis. September’s schedule is as follows: Wednesday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Rangeley […]