Waterville council debates proposed $62 million budget
Four people spoke Tuesday at a public hearing on a proposed $62 million budget for municipal, school and county operations that lasted about 15 minutes, but councilors discussed the proposal at length later in the meeting.
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Unity man held on bail after arrest for allegedly shooting at forest ranger
Sharod D. Parker, 38, was arrested on a charge of reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon as a result of the incident, which drew a heavy response from law enforcement Monday afternoon.
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Augusta man sentenced to 2 years in prison for strangling woman
Damion E. Sidelinger-Hanson, 30, pleaded guilty to a series of charges, including domestic violence aggravated assault and criminal threatening with a dangerous weapon.
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Tickets on sale for upcoming season of Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival
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Varsity Maine Posted: 10:51 AM
Young softball coaches bring enthusiasm to programs, but also face different challenges
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Business Posted: 10:11 AM
Subsidized heat pump installation is driving growth of clean energy jobs in Maine
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Nation & World Posted: 7:33 AM
Russia hits Ukraine’s power grid with ‘massive’ attack on energy facilities
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Nation & World Posted: 7:24 AM
Israel reopens key crossing for aid to enter Gaza that closed over weekend attack
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On Music Lucky Clark Posted: 5:25 AM
On Music: Damn Tall Buildings not just another bluegrass band, think neograss folks
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Opinion Posted: 4:01 AM
Opinion: Legislature must address unsafe staffing levels at state psychiatric facilities
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Maine Crime Posted: 4:00 AM
Sister of Portland man convicted of manslaughter says she gave false testimony against him
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Columnists Posted: 4:00 AM
Community Compass: Law enforcement makes our communities better
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Opinion: Let’s do more to protect Mainers at cherished public outings
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Opinion Posted: 4:00 AM
Today’s editorial cartoon
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Maine Crime Posted: 4:00 AM
Maine high court to consider whether to try Waldo County teen as an adult in deadly shooting
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Local & State
Update: Unity man charged after gunshots fired at forest ranger investigating illegal tree cutting, police say
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Local & State
In wake of Maine crashes, officials preach safety when cars and horse-drawn buggies share the road
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Arts & Entertainment
Her ‘American Idol’ run has ended, but ‘it’s just the beginning’ for Julia Gagnon
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Local & State
Judge refuses to seal Linda Bean’s will from public view
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Local & State
Medical marijuana license denial sparks heated debate in Augusta
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Maine Crime
Unity man held on bail after arrest for allegedly shooting at forest ranger
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Local & State
Maine health and human services commissioner is stepping down
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Local & State
Second water main break in 5 days reported in Waterville
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Maine Crime
Augusta man sentenced to 2 years in prison for strangling woman
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Local & State
About 200 attend vigil at Colby College for those killed in Gaza
May 6
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Local & State
Read all of our town meeting coverage for 2024 here
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Business
Subsidized heat pump installation is driving growth of clean energy jobs in Maine
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Maine Crime
Sister of Portland man convicted of manslaughter says she gave false testimony against him
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Maine Crime
Maine high court to consider whether to try Waldo County teen as an adult in deadly shooting
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Local & State
Sagadahoc deputy criticized by Lewiston shooting commission blasts its report as ‘misleading’
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Politics
Lawmakers on budget committee move to fund dozens of additional bills
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Local & State
Second water main break in 5 days reported in Waterville
China Select Board sends budget with 9% increase to voters
Officials say China's budget is rising for the same reasons as other towns: inflation, the rising cost of labor, and increases in county and school budgets.
Medical marijuana license denial sparks heated debate in Augusta
Frank Berenyi of Waterville is seeking to open a medical marijuana dispensary in Augusta says officials based their decision on "lies and slander."
Central Maine arrest log: April 26-May 3, 2024
Augusta- and Waterville-area arrests for April 26-May 3, 2024.
2024 Morning Sentinel Readers’ Choice Awards Ceremony
This event took place at the Waterville Elks Lodge on Thursday, May 2.