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Reporting Aside: Eviction notice means uncertain future for Waterville man
Kevin Horton, 64, who is physically and intellectually disabled, has lived in his apartment 25 years and has always paid his rent on time, but he got a notice 30 days ago that he has to leave, Amy Calder writes.
New chapter unfolds at Colby College as the arts take flight with $95 million facility
The Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts is poised to open soon as the latest investment over several years to transform the college and city into a cultural destination.
Eight people, most from Waterville and Winslow, arrested on drug charges following investigation
Most of the eight were taken into custody over the last week and authorities say they were responsible for trafficking in drugs both in the Waterville region and along Midcoast Maine.
Man whose body was found on Winslow riverbank was caring person who fell into addiction, father says
John Lessard Sr. said Tuesday that his son, John Lessard Jr., also was a gifted athlete and outdoors enthusiast, but one that ultimately was unable to overcome drug addiction.
Waterville hospice to offer 2 support groups starting in September
WATERVILLE — Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area has two upcoming support groups. The General Grief Support Group is scheduled from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays starting Sept. 5. A Partner Loss Group is slated from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays starting Sept. 6. Both groups will be in person at the Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area Community Center at […]
Body of missing Waterville man found in Winslow along banks of Kennebec River
The body of John Lessard, 42, was found Saturday after search crews had spent days looking for him following reports he was seen entering the river Aug. 21.
Bridge clubs list recent winners
Elm City Bridge Club Elm City Duplicate Bridge winners on Tuesday were Sue Morrison and Gabrielle Rice. Wilma Pouliott and Lee Lenfest placed second, and Natasha Rosenbaum and Barbara Terhune came in third. Games begin at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St.; new players are welcome. For more information, call […]
Waterville square dance club offers classes
WATERVILLE — The Central Maine Square Dance club plans to offer a beginners’ class for the area. The classes will take place at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, starting Sept. 5, at the George Mitchell School, 58 Drummond Ave. The lessons cost $5 per person, per lesson. They are casual and informal. People should bring a partner. […]
Beth Israel Synagogue in Waterville raises $3.3 million for renovation, other needs
Several upgrades are nearing completion as the synagogue, which opened in 1958 at 291 Main St., is set to begin a new chapter serving the region’s Jewish community.