Three other local positions are unopposed and three more have no candidates. Residents to choose path forward on medical marijuana facilities in town. Voting will take place 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday in the portable building at 571 Lakeview Drive.
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Donations for family of murdered Waterville woman stolen
Police said donation canisters at three Dunkin’ Donuts shops in Waterville to benefit the family of Melissa Sousa were stolen over the weekend.
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Recycling exchange store set to open at Clinton Transfer Station
According to Town Manager Earla Haggerty, the exchange shop was created as a way to not only cut down on the cost of waste but to encourage what she is calling “community recycling.”
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Roundup: Waterville area Halloween events
Family-friendly events are planned across the Waterville area on Thursday.
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Speaker at Maine Broadband Summit says high-speed internet access essential
Heather Johnson, commissioner of the Maine Department of Economic and Community Development, says fast, reliable internet service is needed throughout the state, including in small, rural communities.
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Fairfield dryer fire sends one to hospital
The occupant of the house at 162 Gagnon Road suffered smoke inhalation and was taken to a nearby hospital.
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China selectman resigns, citing ongoing tension over fire department funds
Jeff LaVerdiere’s place on the town’s select board will be filled either in a special election or during the presidential primary election in March.
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Skowhegan, Augusta dental providers offer free care Friday
Northwoods Dental in Skowhegan and Gentle Family Dentistry in Augusta are participating in the Dentists Who Care for Maine program.
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Three vie for two Oakland council seats; four other races uncontested
Incumbent Council Chair and state Rep. Mike Perkins is running against David Groder and Gerald Harrington for two council spots. Councilor Harold Buzzell will leave his post after his term expires at the end of the year.
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Broadband summit kicks off at Thomas College in Waterville
The summit includes local officials, state and regional representatives and technical experts discussing ways to improve broadband connectivity in rural Maine.