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On the Streets of Waterville: A Homeless Crisis Unfolding
The Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter in Waterville, which provides housing assistance, job opportunities, and other aid 24 hours a day, is the state’s only low-barrier shelter between Portland and Bangor. Unlike conventional shelters, low-barrier facilities extend refuge to individuals regardless of their sobriety or mental health status, prioritizing immediate sanctuary and basic needs for those experiencing homelessness.
3 charged in connection with vehicle burglaries in Fairfield
FAIRFIELD (WGME) -- Multiple people are facing charges in connection with almost a dozen vehicle burglaries in Fairfield. Fairfield police say they were called to help Waterville police around 6 a.m. on Wednesday with a report of suspicious activity on College Avenue. Officers responded to the area and found two...
Albion woman killed in multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in Wells
WELLS (WGME) -- Maine State Police says an Albion woman was killed Friday in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in Wells. Police say that just after 8:30 a.m., a Toyota Prius driven by a 23-year-old from Brighton, Massachusetts struck a minivan and a pickup truck near Exit 20 in Wells.
Winslow's Fort Halifax begins soft reopening after storm damages
WINSLOW (WGME) -- Fort Halifax is the heart of the Winslow community and home to one of the oldest forts in the country. The historical site is a wedding, concert and picnic destination all in one. Michael and Dennis Bureau travel 20 miles each week to spend time there. "Sit...
What a Superfund designation for PFAS means for Mainers fighting polluters
The ruling comes at a time when Maine judges haven't found a direct causal relationship between most paper mills in the state that may have been using the chemicals and homeowners with contaminated wells seeking damages in lawsuits.
Tuesday morning fire damages Waterville home
WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) - Fire damaged a West Street home in Waterville Tuesday morning. Firefighters say they responded to an outdoor fire that had spread to the garage and under a porch. They say they were quickly able to knock down the fire. The department says dry grass and pine...
The Runner’s Guide to Waterville
“Waterville’s a fun place to go for a run,” said Gavin Stern ’25, a member of the Colby College Run Club. “Through Run Club and running around here, I feel like I’ve been able to explore the area, and [I have] seen it in a different light. I now, more than I used to, feel like I’m a part of it.”
Maine Central Institute hosts annual International Food Festival
PITTSFIELD, Maine (WABI) -A fun and delicious tradition returns to Pittsfield this Sunday. Students and staff at Maine Central Institute prepared an abundance of foods from various cultures for their annual International Food Festival. This event has been hosted since 2007, to help celebrate the rich cultural diversity of the...
Mid Maine Chamber of Commerce hosts 61st awards ceremony
WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) - The Mid-Maine Chamber hosted their 61 annual awards ceremony Thursday night. The event sold out as people came out to celebrate one another. This year nine businesses and individuals received awards in various categories. Each award winner was nominated by the community and was voted on...
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