A decline in swimming education, a lack of lifeguards and water temperatures that are often icy cold even when it’s hot out are all risk factors that swimmers and boaters should consider.
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Developer chosen to turn former Augusta police station site into affordable housing
Developers Collaborative proposal to create around 100 units of affordable housing would include a mix of senior and family housing, and may include child care.
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Bath Iron Works to open a day care in hopes of attracting workers
The Bath shipyard, one of the state’s largest employers, is partnering with the local YMCA to add 150 local day care slots.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Kennebec Valley YMCA to close Manchester campus due to declining membership
Facility at 40 Granite Hill Road is scheduled to close Sept. 30.
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King calls for more access to child care during Bath visit
Sen. Angus King argued expanding child care could help Maine attract workers.
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Fiddlers-in-the-Forest features champion musicians
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Waterville youth center offering new mentorship program to help kids amid pandemic stresses
The new program at the Alfond Youth & Community Center is searching for more volunteer mentors before starting up this spring.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Winthrop YMCA helps Monmouth start Kid Zone
Schools that are receiving coronavirus relief funding to establish a child care option for students are looking to Lonney Steeves’ model at the Winthrop Y.
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Kennebec Valley YMCA introduces new leader as it reopens
Ranae L’Italien is taking over as executive director of the organization, which is opening its Augusta and Manchester facilities — while implementing coronavirus precautions.
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Alfond Youth Center to reopen wellness center, lap pool Friday
Facility set to allow members back into its wellness center and pool areas. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the center has implemented strict guidelines to ensure the health and safety of employees and members.