The city is considering whether it should buy the church land from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland. There’s a proposal to use it for a soup kitchen and homeless shelter, among other ideas.
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Tensions mount at Waterville council meeting when group challenges mask mandate
Police were called when matters further escalated after the meeting when members of Maine Patriots With Attitude followed a couple outside where one member repeatedly used a vulgar term to insult a woman.
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Waterville center to offer drive-thru Thanksgiving dinners
WATERVILLE — Alfond Youth & Community Center plans to offer free drive-thru Thanksgiving dinners beginning at noon Saturday, Nov. 20, in the center’s 126 North St. parking lot. The turkey meal will include pie for dessert. The event is open to everyone in the community. With the support of multiple community donors and volunteers, the center […]
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Waterville council to discuss purchase, use of former Sacred Heart Church
Among the considerations for the church land between Pleasant Street and Middle Street is using it as a feeding location and overnight shelter for the homeless.
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Square dancing club extends invitation to join group
WATERVILLE — Because of the unexpected response of people wanting to join its Tuesday night square dancing lessons, the Central Maine Square Dance Club has extended the invitation for two more weeks. The group is meant to be fun and welcoming, with a new program that is more relaxed and personal, for couples or singles […]
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Anti-mask mandate group says it will protest outside central Maine school board members’ homes
Nick Blanchard, founder of Maine Patriots With Attitude, wouldn’t say when or where these would take place.
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As Downeaster nears a milestone birthday, questions arise about its future
While politicians favor expanding the train service, COVID has changed riding habits, perhaps permanently. Expenses and emissions also warrant consideration.
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Police halt Waterville car chase over safety concerns
Officials say they know who the suspect is and were concerned about safety during the initial pursuit.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Waterville man receives Masonic Scouting award
WATERVILLE — Bruce Rueger of Waterville, vice chair of the Kennebec Valley District of Scouting, was presented the Daniel Carter Beard Masonic Scouter Award Oct. 26 in recognition of his dedication to both the Masons and the programs of Scouting. Richard Nadeau, grand master of Masons in Maine, presented the award at Central Lodge 45 […]
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Waterville crowd encouraged to make simple gesture: Thank a veteran
Joel Lavenson, 74, of Belgrade, a U.S. Army sergeant who served from 1966 to 1970, described Thursday’s ceremony as ‘wonderful and simple.’