WATERVILLE — Colby College students gathered in the center of campus Jan. 26 to call on Congress to pass the Build Back Better Act. The students came together to amplify the importance of federal climate action and social change — both included in the bill, according to a news release from the college. Senate negotiations […]
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Colby College takes ownership of two Maine islands
Colby officials said the college in Waterville now owns Allen and Benner islands.
Colby College, female coaches settle discrimination complaint concerning pay, treatment
The coaches said they were paid less compared to male coaches, and medical support and athletic facilities were not distributed equally.
Colby College fundraising campaign reaches $650 million milestone
Contributions to Dare Northward campaign now within $100 million of its $750 million goal.
Colby College sees surge in COVID-19 cases as students return to campus
College reports 106 cases at its Waterville campus, including 90 students.
Downtown Waterville facelift over budget, but officials expect to find savings later
The $11.2 million project to revitalize downtown is about $85,000 over budget as workers push to meet a November completion date.
Waterville woman set fires at downtown Colby College construction site, police say
Alisa Carey, 21, of Waterville, was arrested Monday night on arson charges after police found several fires at the construction site of Colby College’s Paul J. Schupf Art Center.
Florist shop to move to new location on Main Street in Waterville
The Robin’s Nest will open in February in a building at 173 Main St. that’s owned by Colby College.
Waterville ceremony celebrates final beam placed on Paul J. Schupf Art Center downtown
The $18 million center is scheduled to open late next year and is seen as another draw that will make downtown a destination spot for people in central Maine.
Colby College announces program aimed at budding entrepreneurs
The Halloran Lab for Entrepreneurship is expected to launch next year and could increase the college’s presence in downtown Waterville.