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Man found guilty of attempted murder following parking lot incident at hotel in Waterville
WATERVILLE, Maine (WABI) - A Massachusetts man was found guilty of attempted murder this week after strangling, punching and nearly killing his ex-girlfriend in the parking lot of a Waterville hotel last year. Prosecutors say 35-year old Irineu Goncalves told the woman, “I am going to kill you this time”...
Weld Public Library presents: What really happened on Malaga Island?
WELD – What really happened on Malaga Island? Find out at the Weld Public Library on Thursday, June 27 at 6 p.m. The Weld Public Library and Book Club is pleased to host an evening of refreshments and lively discussion featuring Kate McBrien, Maine State Archivist, who will be making a special visit to Weld to explore the true history of the community who lived on Malaga Island, off the coast of Phippsburg, Maine, in the late 1800s. The program examines the individuals who were part of this community and the state’s actions to evict them from their homes through the complex history of racism and eugenics in Maine.
It’s the end of the line for an acclaimed series of crime novels
PORTLAND, Maine — Gerry Boyle has been writing about Maine for nearly 50 years, first as a reporter for the “Rumford Falls Times” weekly newspaper, then as a reporter and columnist for the “Morning Sentinel” in Waterville. His career then took a slight turn when...
Amanda Berube joins Franklin Health Primary Care
FARMINGTON – Amanda Berube, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, has joined the medical staff of Franklin Health Primary Care, one of five primary care practices of Franklin Community Health Network (FCHN). Most recently Berube was a float pool nurse (RN) at the Veterans Administration at Togus caring for acute and critical...
Franklin Community Health Network offers CNA apprentice opportunity
FARMINGTON – Franklin Community Health Network is excited to offer an employment opportunity for individuals looking to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). This is a 36-hour earn-while-you-learn employment opportunity that pays students to attend school to obtain their CNA license. Successful applicants’ employment for the first 5-7 weeks...
Boil water order lifted in North Jay
NORTH JAY (WGME) -- A boil water order in North Jay has been lifted. It went into effect last Friday after a water main break on Route 4 led to concerns about unsafe drinking water. It affected several roads and streets in the area. That order has now been lifted.
JCPenney in Waterville to close, Renys to open in location
Renys is planning to open the company’s 19th store in Waterville next spring. According to the Morning Sentinel, Renys will be moving into the building where JCPenney currently is. The Morning Sentinel reports JCPenney plans to close its Waterville store at 60 Elm Plaza on September 22. Renys owner...
Dive into friendship with God at SCUBA Vacation Bible School
NEW PORTLAND – A summer kids’ Vacation Bible School event titled, “SCUBA – Diving Into Friendship with God” will be hosted by the Western Mountains Baptist Church from June 24th to June 28th. WMBC is located at 928 Carrabassett Road (Rte 27) in New Portland.
The Great Jungle Journey: Vacation Bible School
JAY – Bean’s Corner Baptist Church is offering a Vacation Bible School this summer for kids age four through sixth grade. Prepare to swing into fun as we head out on The Great Jungle Journey at Bean’s Corner Baptist Church, located at 17 Chesterville Rd, Jay, Maine 04239. It will take place the week of June 24-28, from 9-11:45 a.m. daily.
Fetch ME A Home: Lucy Loo loves to be held
WINTHROP, Maine — Since 1980, the Protectors of Animal Life Society, or P.A.L.S., in Winthrop has been rescuing cats and kittens from Kennebec County and surrounding communities. They also help take in cats that have either been surrendered or saved by state welfare officers. Lucy Loo was surrendered by...
SeniorsPlus announces June 20 public hearings for Area Plan on Aging
LEWISTON – SeniorsPlus, the designated Area Agency on Aging for Androscoggin, Franklin, and Oxford counties, will hold two public hearings on its 2025-2028 Area Plan that outlines the organization’s vision to serve the older and disabled adults populations over the next four years. The public is invited to...
Letter to the Editor: Until the job is done
Sometimes, events in our world and events in our towns and States just seem to happen. At other times, people get together, discuss problems, and work hard to find solutions. Such a gathering took place in Dixfield today. For years, because of a desire to save precious taxpayer dollars, we...
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