Tree farms in central Maine report brisk sales as people ‘spruce up’ for the holidays

The number of Christmas tree farms in Maine continues to decline, but those still in operation say sales this season have exceeded expectations.

Kennebec Water District lifts Winslow boil-water notice

The notice was lifted Tuesday, a day after the district asked customers to boil their water because of a water main break that occurred near the intersection of Bay and Halifax streets.

‘Listen to their stories’: Veterans honor veterans at Waterville parade

For veteran Pearley Lachance, Saturday's parade was just another opportunity to bring attention to two decades of work to identify the names of the more than 700 veterans buried in an around Waterville without a proper military headstone.

Aroma Joe’s to offer free 20-ounce drink for all veterans Nov. 11

Erica LaCroix named Farmington town manager

Erica LaCroix of Mount Vernon will begin her duties Dec. 13.

Selectmen to vote on new Farmington Town Manager Sept. 26

Farmington Board of Selectmen will vote on Tuesday, Sept. 26, to appoint Erica LaCroix as Farmington’s next Town Manager.

Winslow Town Manager LaCroix leaving to take reins in Farmington

Erica LaCroix spent three years leading Winslow's municipal operations and is scheduled to take the helm in Farmington in December.

Winslow man arrested in Waterville shooting that left one person wounded

Christopher McKenna, 25, was charged with reckless conduct with a dangerous weapon after shooting another person Wednesday inside the Country Kitchen Bakery Outlet at the intersection of Kennedy Memorial Drive and Airport Road, according to Waterville police Chief William Bonney.

Eight people, most from Waterville and Winslow, arrested on drug charges following investigation

Most of the eight were taken into custody over the last week and authorities say they were responsible for trafficking in drugs both in the Waterville region and along Midcoast Maine.

Man whose body was found on Winslow riverbank was caring person who fell into addiction, father says

John Lessard Sr. said Tuesday that his son, John Lessard Jr., also was a gifted athlete and outdoors enthusiast, but one that ultimately was unable to overcome drug addiction.