Julia was backed in the race by abortion rights advocates, including Planned Parenthood, after White came under fire for legislative votes advancing such access.
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Defeat of Waterville Democrat shows power of abortion rights at the ballot box
The race is the latest example of how abortion and reproductive rights remain a major electoral issue in the wake of the 2022 U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
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Light turnout at central Maine polls; contested races bring out motivated voters
Contested races for the state Legislature and Maine’s Congressional seats were cited by local voters Tuesday as the top reasons they came out to the primary election polls.
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Waterville Scout troop honors Westbrook teen with Eagle rank
WATERVILLE — Isaac Benn of Westbrook, son of Shawn and Sarah Benn, reached the highest peak in Scouting, the Eagle Scout rank, during a Troop 436 court of honor held June 2, at the Waterville Lodge 33 A.F. & A.M. The ceremony was led by Colby College Professor Bruce Rueger, Scoutmaster of the same troop […]
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Mid-Maine Regional Adult Community Education graduates 28
The graduates are embarking on a variety of career paths, including nursing, early childhood, cosmetology, Marines, CNA, certified medical assistant, plumbing and heating, U. S. Postal Service, cyber security, and criminal justice.
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JCPenney to close Waterville store; Renys to move in next year
JCPenney plans to close its store at 60 Elm Plaza in Waterville on Sept. 22, and R.H. Reny Inc. owner John Reny confirmed Monday his company’s 19th store will open there next year.
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Bridge clubs recognize recent winners
Elm City Bridge Club Victory during the June 4 duplicate session for Elm City Bridge Club went to Lynne Kerschner and Jeannie Reillig. Maureen Brochu and Jessie Gunther placed second, and Su Morrison and Gabrielle Rice, third. Games begin at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St.; new players are welcome. […]
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Finsulate triumphs at Dirigo Labs pitch competition with ecological boating solution
Finsulate recently secured a $25,000 prize sponsored by Skowhegan Savings Bank at the accelerator’s third pitch competition held in Waterville. Finsulate creates sustainably responsible foul-release wrap to replace anti-fouling paint on boats, docks, buoys, and other objects in the ocean. Hosted at the Greene Block + Studios in downtown Waterville, 12 companies spanning various industries […]
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Rotary District Conference set for Waterville June 21-23
WATERVILLE — Rotary District 7790 is set to host a three-day district conference from Friday to Sunday, June 21-23, at the Waterville Opera House, 1 Common St., and Waterville Elks Lodge, 76 Industrial St. The conference is likely to bring many first-time visitors to the city, all to support District Gov. Tina Chapman. Waterville supports […]
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Lawrence High School recognizes top 10 seniors for class of ’24
Hallie Firmage is named valedictorian, and Gavin Lunt salutatorian.