During a recent winter storm, Dan Wilson talked about long hours, early mornings and keeping his route plowed, Amy Calder writes.
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Smokey the crow was Waterville’s top bird
The smart and mischievous crow made the front page of the newspaper when it died in 1952, Amy Calder writes.
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Brandy Alexander brings back fond memories
The drink’s warm, smooth taste on New Year’s Day was a reminder of sweet memories to savor during these long, cold, dark days of winter, Amy Calder writes.
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Loss of beloved cat brings pain and hope
The recent passing of Pip prompts thoughts about pet companionship and how we’re meant to be in each other’s lives, Amy Calder writes.
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For Waterville man, a journey of identity and belonging
Rien Finch Heidt has faced deep struggles with transgender identity and has found civic belonging in Waterville, Amy Calder writes.
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Behind Waterville guitar notes, a craving for redemption
Michael Pastore, 18, strummed his acoustic guitar and sang his heart out on a recent morning, showing a young man’s yearning for purpose and faith, Amy Calder writes.
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At Waterville school bus stop, a friend on four legs
A few times a week, Cindy Longstaff walks her dog Wilbur to the elementary school on Pleasant Street, where he greets the children getting off the school bus, Amy Calder writes.
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Seat belts truly do save lives
Recent deadly crashes and a mountain of statistics are a reminder that buckling up matters, Amy Calder writes.
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Resurrecting the ‘beautiful’ French language
A group that meets regularly at Waterville’s Muskie Center socialize in French to revel in their shared language, Amy Calder writes.
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This Halloween, watch for witches riding high
Trick-or-treating and simple spooks were a lot of fun on Halloween in Skowhegan many years ago, Amy Calder writes.