Part of Hallowell Sidewalk Closed After Block Fell

The sidewalk is closed through the weekend around 103 Water Street in Hallowell after a block fell four stories from a building’s façade. Sidewalk closure at the 103 Water street block : Starting today and running through the weekend (11/3/2022) This will… Posted by Hallowell Police Department on Thursday, November 3, 2022 Latest Local Central Maine …

Vote to Help the Travis Mills Foundation

The Travis Mills Foundation is one of five finalists in the Land Rover Defender Service Awards in the category of Veterans Outreach. The Travis Mills Foundation supports recalibrated veterans and their families through various programs that help heroic men and women overcome physical and emotional obstacles, strengthen their families, and provide well-deserved rest and relaxation. …

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

At 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, daylight saving time comes to an end and we’ll be seeing brighter mornings, but darker evenings. Make sure to turn your clocks back one hour to revert to standard time. Back in March this year he Senate approved the Sunshine Protection Act, that would make daylight saving time permanent. …

Indiana doctor who performed abortion on 10-year-old rape victim sues state Attorney General

The Indiana doctor who provided an abortion to a 10-year-old rape victim is suing Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita for using what her attorneys say are “meritless” complaints to justify subpoenas for medical records.  AG Rokita attempted to gain access to the medical records from Dr. Caitlin Bernard, an obstetrician-gynecologist in Indianapolis, after a number of …

FBI warns of ‘credible and broad threat’ to New Jersey synagogues

The FBI in New Jersey warned on Thursday that they were investigating a “credible and broad threat” to synagogues in the state, asking that they take security precautions to protect their communities and buildings. Officials with the Newark FBI announced the threat in a statement and told the public to stay alert: “The FBI has received …

Aubrey Plaza, Ali Ahn and Maria Dizzia join the cast of Marvel’s ‘Agatha: Coven of Chaos’

Aubrey Plaza has been added to the cast of Agatha: Coven of Chaos, Marvel’s upcoming WandaVision spinoff series for Disney+. The series will star Kathryn Hahn as the powerful witch Agatha Harkness. In addition, Ali Ahn (Raising Dion) and Maria Dizzia (The Staircase) are also set to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe in unspecified roles …

Check out the trailer for the film ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’

20th Century Studios has shared a teaser trailer for the new sci-fi film Avatar: The Way of Water, featuring Sam Worthington and Zoe Saldaña.  Avatar writer and director James Cameron also returns as executive producer, writer, and director for the sequel. Avatar: The Way of Water is the sequel to the original Avatar (2009), which …

Give a Pet a Home for the Holidays

The Humane Society Waterville Area invites you to share your home this holiday season by fostering a furry friend. Find out how to help. Have space for one more this Holiday season? Help these lovable souls spend Thanksgiving in a home with the warmth of a… Posted by Humane Society Waterville Area on Thursday, November 3, …

Waterville Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Fentanyl

Patrick Hanson, 31, of Waterville man pleaded guilty today, Nov. 3, to possessing fentanyl with intent to distribute. Hanson is facing up to 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $2 million. Waterville police arrested Hanson Oct. 15, 2021, after he reportedly threatened another person. A total of seven packages of suspected …