Fairfield residents discuss improvements to Mill Island Park

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Published
January 31, 2023

Fairfield residents discuss improvements to Mill Island Park

Some of the ideas Tuesday for the park on the banks of the Kennebec River were to add a play area for dogs, a footbridge to downtown and a longer loop trail.
Published
December 22, 2022

Fairfield looks to bring changes to Mill Island Park

Town officials are looking to transform Mill Island, once a vibrant industrial hub, into a popular recreational site, while honoring local history and addressing the needs of residents.
Published
March 17, 2022

Waterville program looks to boost startups, entrepreneurial efforts in central Maine

Initiative by Dirigo Labs to provide free training to 12 small businesses in ways to attract customers, develop products, navigate legal and financial hurdles, conduct marketing and more.
Published
May 19, 2021

Waterville council OKs funding for outside agencies after lengthy debate, heated criticism

The city years ago funded several outside agencies, but when times were tough, funding stopped for most organizations.
Published
May 17, 2021

Waterville council to consider approving Lockwood Mills tax district request

The City Council on Tuesday also will consider adopting an ordinance dealing with the use of facial recognition technology in the city.
Published
May 5, 2021

Funding outside organizations triggers debate on Waterville’s budget priorities

Some councilors on Tuesday questioned whether the city should commit to funding certain organizations in the proposed budget, while others said the city has the money to do so.
Published
May 4, 2021

Lockwood housing plan in Waterville gets boost after council takes first vote on tax districts

As part of the housing plan, 65 units will be developed in the former Marden's Industrial building on Water Street in Waterville.
Published
May 3, 2021

Waterville to consider Lockwood Mill housing plan TIF change

The Waterville City Council on Tuesday also will consider helping to fund community service organizations.
Published
January 29, 2021

Fairfield committee, town officials explore economic opportunities through survey

Residents and business owners are encouraged to fill out the survey so the town can prioritize redevelopment projects in the downtown and waterfront areas of Fairfield.
Published
January 12, 2021

Grant program for businesses in Fairfield returns for third cycle

Since the Fairfield Facade Improvement & Marketing Assistance Program launched, it has distributed $67,591 in grant money to local businesses and stimulated more than $137,850 in direct investment.