Jared and Mary O’Roak had their first formal date 25 years ago Tuesday at Silver Street Tavern in downtown Waterville, and he surprised her with an anniversary lunch to remember.
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Ash Wednesday, first date recreated, protests among this Week In Photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from Feb. 28-March 7.
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50 pack Gardiner meeting to discuss school health clinic, members’ behavior
While the clinic was not on Thursday’s meeting agenda, community members showed up to support the proposal, for which a memorandum of understanding remains under development.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Oakland-area school district hires new superintendent
Andrew Carlton is to start in his new position July 1, succeeding Carl Gartley, who is stepping down at the end of the school year.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Kennebec County jail, sheriff ask for $1.35M spending jump
The requested funding would pay for additional corrections officers and an additional deputy and is expected to lower overtime costs.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel, News
Skowhegan murderer appeals sentence
Jason Servil is appealing his 45-year sentence to the Maine Supreme Judicial Court on the grounds that the judge who sentenced him made several mistakes during a tense hearing last year.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Man sentenced for attacking woman with chair in Waterville
Justice Daniel Mitchell said prison time for Kevin W. Henderson could increase the chance he’ll commit new crimes, and agrees to suspend most of his three-year sentence.
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Oakland-area superintendent says his salary won’t hit taxpayers
Gartley attended Oakland’s budget and advisory meeting Tuesday night to present next year’s estimated school budget and answer questions from the town.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell residents say they want new city manager to be finance-focused
Hallowell dove into its search for a new city manager late last month, with three months left before current City Manager Gary Lamb leaves.
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Waterville church controversy ends with council vote
The Waterville City Council voted 4-1 Tuesday to approve zoning changes to church property that enable the church to raze two buildings and expand its parking lot, thus leading to an expected dismissal of a church lawsuit against the city.