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“Good Stuff Cheap” — New Waterville Location of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet

If you have taken a trip to downtown Waterville lately, you have probably noticed the large bright red sign that reads “Ollie’s.” Located next to the Dollar Tree in the shopping plaza across from Alfond Commons, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is a discount retailer offering great bargains with up to 70 percent off store items. The discount chain had its grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, and the store is now open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., as well as Sundays 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Waterville, ME · 1d

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Students Raise Concerns on Bathroom Cleanliness of Mayflower Hill Dorms

Students living in the College’s newest residence hall have raised concerns about the cleanliness of shared bathrooms, lack of accessible cleaning supplies, and the uneven burden placed on residents to maintain communal spaces. At a recent Student Government Association (SGA) meeting on Nov. 3, student representatives described bathrooms that...

Waterville, ME · 1d

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Family Legacy Continues with Damariscotta Jewelry Store

Tucked away behind Best Thai in downtown Damariscotta, a new jewelry store strives to have something for everyone. Alexandra’s Fine Jewelry officially opened at 15 Courtyard St. on Monday, Nov. 9, commemorated with a ribbon-cutting with the Damariscotta Region Chamber of Commerce and Information Bureau. Owner Alexandra Newell said...

Damariscotta, ME · 17h

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Maine fishermen to test ocean robots in Portland, Rockland

Maine commercial fishermen will get a firsthand look at two ocean robots designed to help captains better understand conditions on their fishing grounds during upcoming demonstrations in Portland and Rockland. The Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association (MCFA) is hosting the demonstrations as part of Robots for Fishermen, a project under the...

Portland, ME · 8h

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This Maine Yarn Shop Has Hundreds Of Choices You Won’t Find At Your Average Craft Store

More than 600 different yarns sit under one roof at this family-run shop. That number made me do a double take. Most big craft chains can’t come close. The shelves go well beyond the usual suspects. Malabrigo, Cascade, and Berroco share space with yarns spun and dyed right here in Maine. I like how local fiber farms get real shelf space next to the famous names.

Waterville, ME · 1d

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Bucksport appoints new deputy fire chief

Capt. Joseph Wardwell will be sworn in and begin at the start of 2027.

Bucksport, ME · 19h

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UMA gets women’s basketball win at UMF

Alisyn Alley (Stearns) recorded 15 points, five rebounds, five assists, four steals, and two blocks to lead University of Maine at Augusta women’s basketball to a 79-70 win at UMF on Tuesday night. Yvonne Roberge had 12 points, while Sierra Gibbons (Hall-Dale) added 10 points. Bella Petrocci put in...

Augusta, ME · 2d

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Salt Bay Art Supply Celebrate 25 Years in Business

Everyone is an artist in their own right to Carol Jaeger. Whether someone paints, knits, or cooks, the owner of Salt Bay Art Supply said everyone has a creative side. “Artists are my kind of people because they see the world through a different prism,” Jaeger said. Now celebrating...

Damariscotta, ME · 1d

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Medomak Middle School Closed After Bedbugs Found in Classroom

The Medomak Middle School building will be closed until Thursday, Nov. 12 after bedbugs were found in a classroom, RSU 40 Superintendent Dan Welch announced in an email on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Two bedbugs were discovered on Nov. 4 by a teacher. No further specimens have been found in a...

Waldoboro, ME · 1d

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Waldoboro Talent Show to Feature New Acts Nov. 21

The third annual Waldoboro Talent Show takes the stage at The Waldo Theatre at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 21. Acts will include Waldoboro Town Manager Julie Keizer, Waldoboro EMTs, and Barry Walter, who will premiere his original song, “The Ballad of Conrad Heyer.”. Sam Pennington will return as...

Waldoboro, ME · 1d

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Waldoboro Rejects $50,000 Legal Fees for Cellphone Tower Lawsuit

With a vote of 1,330-1,208, Waldoboro residents rejected the use of $50,000 in legal fees to combat a federal lawsuit from a wireless infrastructure developer at the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The fees would be used to pay for litigation in the ongoing lawsuit originally filed on Sept. 11...

Waldoboro, ME · 1d

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New mercantile shop opens on Blue Hill’s Main Street

Gingerfly Life is a new venture for former theme park designer Sarah Gibbon.

Blue Hill, ME · 16h

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Working group to study municipal revenue impact as Kennebec River dam decommissioning plans advance

SKOWHEGAN — Town Manager Aaron Miller has joined the Municipal Revenue Working Group to evaluate how decommissioning of the Weston Dam and three other hydroelectric dams on the lower Kennebec River will impact local finances.

Skowhegan, ME · 3d

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Blue Hill renews liquor license for restaurant it has taken to court

Blue Hill native Darlene Hatch said "I can’t grasp why a few people make it impossible for the rest of us to enjoy a really good restaurant.”

Blue Hill, ME · 1d

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Vassalboro planners quickly approve lone applicant

Vassalboro planning board members quickly approved the only application on their Nov. 3 agenda, and spent another half hour discussing other things they need to, or could, do. The application was to amend the permit approved at the board’s Sept. 1 meeting for Ahmed Al Abbass to open a car dealership at 29 Mudget Hill Road.

Vassalboro, ME · 2d

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Miller School to Hire New Special Education Teacher

The RSU 40 Board of Directors unanimously gave permission for Miller School to hire a second special education teacher at its Thursday, Nov. 5 meeting. “We’re so happy and excited and honored to have the support of the board to make this very much needed and very positive change to our LEAD program,” Miller School Principal Shawn Strack said in an interview on Nov. 6.

Damariscotta, ME · 1d

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Medomak Lead Testing Results Show Improvement

Recent water testing has shown a “significant decrease” in lead levels compared to testing earlier in October at Medomak Valley High School, according to RSU 40 Superintendent Dan Welch. The high school remains under a “do not drink” order, first issued on Oct. 13, as many water fixtures...

Waldoboro, ME · 1d

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Recounts for 3 legislative races, Kennebec County commissioner seat set for next week

The Maine Secretary of State’s Office announced Thursday that it will hold four recounts next week, three for races for Maine Legislature and one for a Kennebec County commissioner seat after several close finishes in last week’s midterm election. First up will be Maine Senate District 18, which includes parts of Oxford, Androscoggin and Cumberland […]

Kennebec County, ME · 1d

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J. Edward Knight to Acquire Agency’s Property and Casualty Business

J. Edward Knight Insurance, an independent insurance agency serving communities across Maine, has reached an agreement to purchase the property and casualty book of business of Atlantic Insurance & Benefits. The change will take effect on Friday, Jan. 1, 2027. Atlantic Insurance & Benefits has long served Maine families and...

Maine · 1d

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Muscongus Pond Property Earns LakeSmart Award Through Coastal Rivers

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust has awarded a LakeSmart designation to Gary and Diane Checchio for their property on Muscongus Pond in Bremen. LakeSmart is a statewide program featuring trained evaluators who provide technical support to property owners who want to ensure activities on their property do not negatively impact water quality. Evaluations focus on driveway and parking runoff, roof driplines, outdoor recreation areas, lawns, septic systems, and the shoreline buffer.

Bremen, ME · 1d