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Maine, News

BMV branches flooded by unprecedented influx of Mainers ahead of Real ID switch

by Morgan Womack April 25, 2025July 29, 2025

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said Maine residents will still be able to apply for a Real ID after May 7.

Maine, Morning Sentinel

Waterville building named for father, son duo’s commitment to city

by Morning Sentinel staff report April 25, 2025April 28, 2025

The Kirk & Greg Powell Building, located at 173 Main St., was dedicated in honor of their generational work in Waterville.

Business, News

Gulf of Maine scallop fishery halted again, this time for the year

by Daniel Kool April 25, 2025April 25, 2025

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration expects fisherman to reach the 675,563-pound harvest limit within the next few days.

Maine, Morning Sentinel

Waterville to advertise again for new city manager

by Amy Calder April 25, 2025April 25, 2025

The search will start anew since four candidates interviewed won’t be invited to a second interview, Mayor Mike Morris says.

Business, Maine, News

L.L. Bean drops lawsuit against canvas tote copycat

by Kelley Bouchard April 25, 2025April 25, 2025

4Imprint Inc. apparently no longer sells the ‘boat tote’ that prompted the Freeport-based retailer to claim trademark infringement.

Central Maine Eats, Kennebec Journal, Maine, News

All-day bagel and pizza shop to open in downtown Hallowell

by Ethan Horton April 25, 2025May 20, 2025

After serving bagels in the morning, owner Ryan Ellis said he hopes to keep Lately’s open to serve New York-style pizza to Hallowell’s late-night crowd.

Maine, Nation & World, Religion and Values

Donald Trump, Susan Collins among dignitaries in attendance at Pope Francis’ funeral

by COLLEEN BARRY Associated Press April 25, 2025April 26, 2025

Maine’s senior senator led a small Senate delegation to Rome for the funeral Saturday.

Community

Animal baby shower, pajama party set for Albion May 4

April 25, 2025March 14, 2025

Families attending the free event are asked to bring food and pet items to donate to Humane Society Waterville Area in memory of Cassidy Charette, who was also a shelter volunteer.