On the day after Christmas, when more than half of all shoppers start to return or exchange items over the course of the next month, Elm Plaza shop employees say that business is normal.
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Firefighters marvel at increased space as new Farmingdale Fire Station nears completion
Selectman Wayne Kilgore said there will likely be an open house at the station in January.
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Long-running Christmas dinner a community effort in Waterville
From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., those in attendance enjoyed a hot turkey dinner, followed by dessert and coffee. The event also included raffle drawings, music, stockings for the children, carriage rides and a visit from Santa Claus.
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Augusta’s Mark O’Brien known for leading with civility
At-Large Councilor Mark O’Brien has served the city for more than two decades, with roles on the city council and board of education.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Maine Crime, Morning Sentinel
More details emerge from Waterville-Canaan shootout that wounded officer, suspect
Richard Murray-Burns, 29, of Hartland allegedly initiated a car chase and shooting after Waterville police pulled him over Sunday after a report of shoplifting at Walmart.
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Friend says Norridgewock lay minister in critical condition after head-on crash
Devon Periard, of Smithfield, remains hospitalized following a two-car accident on River Road in Norridgewock last Thursday.
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Waterville family keeps faith through adversity
Even with all the obstacles Amy and Emily Pinkham and Travis Dobson have faced, they said their faith in God was what helped them get back on their feet.
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Augusta woman’s faith drives her to work on social justice issues
Nancy Fritz has been guided by her beliefs to take on advocacy for homeless people, domestic violence victims and children with special needs.
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Cash stolen from Richmond Family Dollar in weekend break in
Richmond Police are investigating the break in during which an undisclosed amount of cash was taken.
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Latkes bring friends and family together in Gardiner
On the first day of Hanukkah, latkes bring tasty, welcome relief at the busiest time of the year.