Two bills before Legislature aim to ease municipal costs for emergency services, shelters
There is widespread support from social service agencies and municipalities to establish statewide initiatives to help people in crisis.
Waterville City Council releases 2026 goals, opens them to public review and discussion
The goals reflect themes of growth and improvement that have been council priorities in recent months.
Waterville meets shelter needs for unhoused residents during cold snap
Emergency officials said early outreach to residents of the city’s homeless encampment made it easier to find space for everyone in need.
Waterville takes another step toward establishing public health board
City councilor says the board could collaborate with community paramedicine programs, the Mid‑Maine Homeless Shelter & Services and others.
Waterville approves Fire and EMS Advisory Committee
Plans call for a seven‑member committee charged with evaluating and recommending strategies to enhance fire and EMS functions.
Waterville makes progress on Mobile Home Park Rent Stabilization Ordinance
The City Council is expected to take its second and final vote on the measure Jan. 20.
Quarry Road Trails, one of Waterville’s ‘best-kept’ secrets, continues to expand with new terrain and community support
The rope tow ski hill opens Dec. 27 and is scheduled to operate through mid-March.
