The City Council heard complaints this week that the city can do better in notifying residents of emergencies, such as when a contaminant entered the public drinking water supply Monday during a fire at an Elm Street apartment building.
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Southern New Hampshire University names local president’s list students
MANCHESTER, N.H. — Southern New Hampshire University has named several local students to its 2023 winter semester president’s list. They include Minh Nguyen of Gardiner, Kristina Canedo of Skowhegan, Philip Densmore of Waterville, Heather Hall of Canaan, Carrielee Harvey of Waterville, Paige Reynolds of Richmond and David Madore of Greene. Also, Ashley Parks of Anson, Sarah Caballero of Chesterville, Josiah Kearns of Winthrop, Emily Kaplan […]
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‘Only logical conclusion’ or ‘no evidence’? Closing arguments delivered in Waterville murder trial
The trial judge is expected to issue a verdict next week in the case of Jashawn Lipscombe, 23, of New York City, who is on trial for the 2020 shooting death of Joseph Tracy, 33, of West Gardiner.
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Pump the brakes, late-night drivers; Ticonic Bridge will close to overnight traffic
Construction crews along the span between Waterville and Winslow need to do utility work that will require it to be periodically closed to vehicles, including the night of Thursday, May 25.
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Climb Out of Darkness event set for Waterville June 24
Climb out of the Darkness Team Central Maine is scheduled for 3-5 p.m. Saturday, June 24, at North Street Recreation Area, 151 North St. in Waterville. The climb is a community walk and international fundraiser for survivors, providers and members of the community to come together. Raising awareness for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (such […]
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Students receive Gorman scholarships
SOUTH PORTLAND — Ten Maine community college students were awarded $3,500 scholarships in honor of Leon A. Gorman for the upcoming 2023-24 academic year. The students were celebrated May 15 in an online event with Gorman family members and L.L. Bean leadership. The 2023 Leon A. Gorman Scholars are: Mya Crowell (Greene), business, Central Maine […]
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Waterville native proposes major housing development
The City Council voted Tuesday night to refer to the Planning Board for hearing and recommendation a proposal to change the zoning at 15 Washington St. so a condominium complex — with the potential for 96 units — can be built there.
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Medical examiner testifies shot that killed man in Waterville was fired at close range
Jashawn Lipscombe, 23, of New York City, is on trial for the murder of Joseph Tracy in Waterville in 2020.
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Waterville senior living complex where fire killed 1, displaced 48 didn’t have sprinkler system
Ronald Kennerson, 65, died in the fire and there is no indication or evidence of foul play, according to Lt. Thomas Pickering of Maine State Police.
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Water advisory lifted as officials say public water in Waterville area safe to consume again
The Kennebec Water District had issued the advisory Monday after firefighting foam used to combat a fire at an apartment complex seeped into the public water system.