The $101 million grant to Colby College in Waterville from the Harold Alfond Foundation is part of a $500 million Alfond grant to Maine institutions.
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Thomas College receives $13.5 million Alfond grant for scholarships, new programs
The Waterville college also announced its $27 million ‘Guarantee the Future’ campaign has less than $1 million more to raise to reach its goal.
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Pilot uninjured when landing gear collapses on Waterville airport taxiway
The pilot, carrying UPS packages from Manchester, New Hampshire, had just landed on the runway Wednesday morning and was turning right onto a taxiway when the plane’s right landing gear collapsed.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Halloween in Waterville may be smaller this year — if it happens at all
Homeowners on Burleigh Street usually welcome more than 1,200 children at Halloween to trick or treat, but several homeowners will not take part this year because of the coronavirus, and have asked the city not to barricade the street.
Posted inElection 2020, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Incumbent Bruce White faces challenger Richard Foss in House District 109 race
White, a Democrat, has held the seat since 2018 and is seeking reelection to a second term, while Foss, a Republican, is seeking his first term.
Posted inCommunity, Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel
Alfond Youth & Community Center announces new, upcoming programs
Alfond Youth & Community Center in Waterville has announced the following new programs and coming programs: CHILDWATCH A newly renovated space, new equipment and supplies, and fully trained child care staff will keep your child(ren) safe and entertained while you focus on your wellness. It is free for all members. It is open from 9 […]
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Monument in Central Maine honors Louis Sockalexis, 1st Indigenous baseball player
In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, the Alfond Youth and Community Center unveiled a monument dedicated to Louis Sockalexis, the first Indigenous person to play Major League Baseball.
Posted inElection 2020, Maine, Morning Sentinel
State Sen. Scott Cyrway faces opposition from Hilary Koch in District 16
Cyrway, a Republican, has served in his seat since 2014, while Koch, a Democrat, won election to the Waterville Charter Commission, outpolling Mayor Nick Isgro.
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Central Maine Gleaners Group piles on potatoes in St. Albans
Central Maine Gleaning Group picks potatoes Saturday as part of its gleaning season.
Posted inElection 2020, Maine, Morning Sentinel
Incumbent Colleen Madigan faces challenger Mark Andre for House District 110 seat
Madigan has held the seat, which represents part of Waterville and part of Oakland, since 2016 and has twice defeated Andre for the seat.