Entries by Website Editor

KPAC introduces new director

Kennebec Performing Arts Company (KPAC) has announced the start of its 2024-2025 season under its new director. John Neal, of Greene, was selected to lead the wind ensemble and chorus following the retirement of longtime director Charles T. Milazzo. Neal has had a long career in Maine as a music director, pianist, and composer. John […]

LETTERS: Elise Brown will listen

To the editor: Mainers have the luxury of meeting the people who are running for office to represent us. Getting to know candidates personally makes a difference. I have met Elise Brown several times, and I’m voting for her to be Waldo County Commissioner in District #3. In the past six months, I have spoken […]

OBITUARIES for Thursday, August 22, 2024

CECILE M. TRAPNELL WATERVILLE – Cecile Marie (Carter) Trapnell, 84, passed away at Northern Light Inland Hospital, in Waterville, on Thursday, August 8, 2024. Cecile was born November 10, 1939, in Waterville, daughter of Alfred and Mabel (Montminy) Carter. Cecile felt teaching and working with children were two of the most meaningful achievements in her […]

Western New England University names local students to president’s list

Western New England University (WNE), in Springfield, Massachusetts, recognizes the outstanding academic achievements of two area students named to the president’s list for the Spring 2024 semester. They are, Kasen Sirois, of Sidney, who is working toward a BA in communication/media & journalism, and Andrew Mayo, also of Sidney, who is working toward a BSE […]

FOR YOUR HEALTH: The Role of Hydration in Maintaining Healthy Airways

Keeping yourself well-hydrated is vital for your overall well-being, including ensuring your airways are clear and functioning smoothly. When you don’t drink enough water, your body might produce more mucus, which gets thicker and can challenge breathing. By staying hydrated, you’re doing your respiratory system a big favor, helping it work at its best. Continue […]

OBITUARIES for Thursday, August 15, 2024

RANDALL C. MORISSETTE WINSLOW – Randall Clifford Morissette, 73, of Winslow, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Randall was born on September 15, 1950, in Waterville, to Jeanette and Clifford Morissette. He graduated from Waterville High School and went on to attend Southern Maine Vocational Technical Institute, where he earned a degree in Machine […]

LETTERS: Let’s all support Laura Jones!

To the editor: I am excited and fully support Laura Jones’ candidacy for House of Representatives for our district (i.e., Vassalboro and Sidney). Laura’s Vassalboro ties go back four generations, and her dedication and devotion to our area and our state are remarkable. Laura recently retired from a stellar career in the military (which highlights […]