The Friends of Messalonskee has been awarded a $12,500 grant from the Roger N. Heald Fund of the Maine Community Foundation. This grant will enable Friends of Messalonskee to begin an Invasive Plant Paddle program to educate community members, particularly the underserved, who might not otherwise have access to the lake, according to a news […]
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News and information from the greater Waterville area.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Wintry mix creates messy conditions in central Maine
Snow, sleet and freezing rain fall Tuesday across the region, as a midwinter storm makes travel difficult in much of the state.
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Union library to offer in-person visits beginning Feb. 23
Individuals can sign up in advance for a 20-minute time slot to browse and borrow.
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UMaine Extension to offer farmers’ control options for rodents, wildlife Feb. 23
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host a webinar about methods for control of rodents and wildlife on the farm from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23. According to a news release from UMaine News, “Rats and Other Vermin Control on the Farm” includes guidance for keeping rodents out of barns and grain storage […]
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The Apprenticeshop’s kicks off Mary Lacy Scholarship Raffle
Proceeds to generate funds for the next group of scholarship participants at the Rockland shop.
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Fire destroys Tracey’s Variety in Bingham
Fire investigators say the blaze at the variety store and gas station at 306 Main St. was accidental.
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Many locals wary as CMP corridor breaks ground near The Forks
Poles went up at an existing corridor near The Forks this week, but that doesn’t mean everyone’s happy.
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Renovated Bowl in the Pines Amphitheater looks to draw national acts to Sidney
Snow Pond Center for the Arts announced the finishing touches on raising $1 million for renovations.
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Waterville City Council to consider final vote on downtown tax district request
The meeting, scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Tuesday, will be accessible to the public through a link at the city’s website — waterville-me.gov. Those wanting to take part in the meeting must contact the city clerk’s office for credentials to log in.
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Alpine skiers get opportunity for ‘trial’ runs at Quarry Road Recreation Area
Eleven downhill skiers take to hill Sunday as the city assess viability of returning Alpine skiing to Waterville.