Chuck Plunkett’s editorial board took a stand for local news coverage during a period of newsroom downsizings by criticizing his paper’s owner for staff cuts.
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Colby College makes SAT, ACT optional for applicants
The college says it hopes to alleviate anxiety and expand access for all students with the decision.
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Waterville council rejects move to tax Colby, Thomas colleges
Mark Andre’s petition seeks money from the colleges to help lower the city’s tax rate over the next five years.
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Syrian photojournalist hoping to come to Colby for fellowship
Bassam Khabieh, who has spent years documenting the Syrian Civil War, recently got his visa after delays caused by President Donald Trump’s travel ban.
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Colby football team gets back to work
The Mules welcome the Arrival of new coach Jack Cosgrove.
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Purchase of painting by Jackson Pollock ‘a real coup’ for Colby museum
The Waterville college’s acquisition, the only significant piece by the renowned artist in Maine, is expected to be a major attraction.
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Burning candle caused Colby College dormitory fire, officials say
A student told investigators that she fell asleep after lighting a candle in her room early Tuesday morning.
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Photos: Cyclists enjoy splendid weather on leg 2 of Trek Across Maine
More than 1,200 bicyclists and 600 volunteers are participating in this year’s three-day, 180-mile cycling event from Sunday River to Belfast.
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Son of legendary UMaine coach expected to join Colby hockey staff
Tyler Walsh, son of outstanding University of Maine coach Shawn Walsh, is expected to be named Mules’ top assistant coach.
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Colby College, Central Maine Growth Council to offer free WiFi in downtown Waterville
Free WiFi will become available this month from the Hathaway Creative Center to Post Office Square and from the western edge of the Concourse to Head of Falls.