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Pre-election day standalone photo gallery
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Pre-election day standalone photo gallery
Ashley Ann Ferris is the new owner of Waterville Florist & Formal Wear on Main Street in Waterville. Ferris, seen Friday, purchased the business from Jeff Karter, who opened it 40 years ago.
New Waterville Florist & Formal Wear owner Ashley Ann Ferris arranges gowns Friday at the 287 Main St. business.
Gift bears are displayed Friday near a stairway that leads to a dressing area at Waterville Florist & Formal Wear at 287 Main St.
Bright lights and mirrors illuminate Waterville Florist & Formal Wear owner Ashley Ann Ferris on Friday as she holds a gown in the dressing area of the Waterville business.
Ashley Ann Ferris, left, the new owner of Waterville Florist & Formal Wear, and former owner and mentor Jeff Karter review some transactions Friday at the business at 287 Main St.
Waterville Florist & Formal Wear owner Ashley Ann Ferris finishes an arrangement of roses Friday.
Ashley Ann Ferris, the new owner of Waterville Florist & Formal Wear, arranges gowns Friday at the 287 Main St. business.