The Central Maine Square Dance Club of Waterville is again hosting square dance lessons. The newer program is being taught across the country with much success and a shorter learning time. Bob Brown, president and caller of the club, is teaching it to three other groups in the area, where it has been well received, […]
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Kennebec River in Waterville, Winslow quietly becomes destination spot for anglers, nature lovers
The river, once known for its foul water, has transformed to become a recreational gem just a stone’s throw from downtown Waterville, Maine guides and others say.
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Waterville planners get first look at expansion proposal for Mitchell School
The Planning Board on Tuesday heard a presentation for a 5,000-square-foot kindergarten classroom addition to the George J. Mitchell School that’s intended to provide additional space for children during the pandemic.
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Little damage reported, some outages in central Maine as nor’easter brushes by region
Spotty power outages and a few fallen trees marked the passage of a late October storm that blew across Maine on Tuesday into Wednesday.
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Waterville community center to host ‘Trunk or Treat’ open house
WATERVILLE — Alfond Youth & Community Center plans to host a Trunk or Treat open house from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 31 in the parking lot and facility at 126 North St. The Halloween event is for all ages and abilities. Those who attend are encouraged to wear their best costume, visit up […]
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Maine International Film Festival seeks submissions
WATERVILLE — The Maine Film Center has opened submissions for the annual Maine International Film Festival. The festival is scheduled for July 8-17, 2022, and is to be hosted at Railroad Square Cinema, the Waterville Opera House and online. The festival was founded in Waterville in 1998. Festival organizers are planning for a full-sized event, […]
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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.
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Alfond youth center cornhole tournament raises $24K
WATERVILLE — The Alfond Youth & Community Center held its second annual “Friday Night Lights” Cornhole Tournament on Oct. 8. This year’s event, organized by Wicked Cornhole and held at Purnell Wrigley Field, featured more than 60 teams and nearly 140 people from across the state. Players of all ages and abilities were guaranteed four […]
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Waterville StoryWalk launches along North Street Community Connector Trail
18 panels have been built along a stretch spanning just over half a mile for visitors to promote reading, movement and outside time.
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Halloween celebrations returning across central Maine, though many with pandemic precautions
Organizations across the region are gearing up to offer spooky fun and chocolate for Halloween celebrations, even as they are mindful of the specter of COVID-19 that continues to haunt the state.