Kevin Lee Barr, 43, faces charges of Class A robbery and Class C unlawful possession of fentanyl powder, police said.
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Short-term solution possible for Kennebec County communities in need of 911 dispatch service
While a plan has emerged to handle 911 calls across northern and western Kennebec County by splitting the duties between Waterville and Androscoggin County, the county’s Emergency Management Agency director is working to identify whether a different long-term solution is possible.
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Two men arrested in Waterville following monthslong drug investigation
Acting Waterville police Chief Bill Bonney said the seizure of cocaine, crack, crystal methamphetamine, fentanyl and heroin put “a significant dent in the drug trade in our community.”
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Culvert project on Webb Road in Waterville nears completion as $12.8 million bridge project project progresses
Part of Webb Road to close April 3 for about 18 months to allow the Maine Department of Transportation to replace two bridges on Interstate 95.
Posted inCommunity, Morning Sentinel
Waterville health center names 3 new board members
WATERVILLE — Three new members have joined HealthReach Community Health Centers’ Governing Board of Directors. Michelle Kelley of Albion works as a postal clerk for the United States Postal Service in Albion. She also brings a background in childcare and customer service, according to a news release from Jessica Billington, centers’ communications specialist. James Higgins […]
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville council moves toward ‘compromise’ housing rental rules that drop mandatory registration
The proposed ordinance the council voted on Tuesday asks for voluntary compliance from property owners to register their buildings with the city, whereas the original proposal would have required them to register or be penalized.
Posted inCommunity
Waterville student makes St. Catherine University dean’s list
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Erin Stevens of Waterville has been named to the 2022 fall semester dean’s list at St. Catherine University. Stevens is majoring in nursing. The St. Catherine University dean’s list recognizes students who achieve a semester grade point average of 3.667 or higher. Check out other upcoming area events!
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Waterville film center to host 2023 Oscar party March 12
WATERVILLE — The Maine Film Center’s 2023 Oscar Party is set for Sunday, March 12, at 93 Main St. Attendees can walk the red carpet and have catered refreshments at a gala reception prior to a live broadcast of the 95th Academy Awards, celebrating the best films of 2022. “We’ve shown seven out 10 Best […]
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Waterville considers expanding its 911 dispatch operation
The Police Department is looking to enlarge its dispatch center following the decision by Somerset County to stop taking 911 calls for 16 communities in Kennebec County, citing staffing challenges.
Posted inCommunity, Morning Sentinel
Waterville sets parking ban for March 7
The city of Waterville asks that The Concourse and downtown be kept clear of parking from midnight to 6 a.m. on Tuesday, March 7, to allow for snow cleanup by the public works department. Overnight parking is permitted at the Head of Falls Municipal Parking Lot. For more information, call 207-680-4744. Check out other […]