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The multipurpose field will accommodate a variety of activities, as well as people with special needs.

U.S. Sen. Susan Collins announced the grant, which is part of $26.6 million being awarded for three transportation projects.

The City Council decided to lease space to Vacation Skydiving at Robert A. LaFleur Municipal Airport, but a lease has not yet been reviewed or signed.

A dedication ceremony, to feature a speech by former U.S. Sen. George J. Mitchell, is set for Oct. 6.

A Republican, LaVerdiere was known for working across the aisle for the benefit of the city, according to those who knew him.

Waterville fire Chief Shawn Esler told councilors Tuesday that the plan could generate $194,000 in revenues for the fire department during phase one and $525,000 in phase two.

The City Council also took a first vote to approve leasing land to the Alfond Youth & Community Center for a community ice rink.

The Turmelle family was honored with the Spirit of America Award for its work to improve the neighborhood.

The indoor rink is estimated to cost more than $4 million, and the Alfond Youth & Community Center will raise funds to build it next to the municipal pool on North Street.

City councilors on Tuesday said the city will not be providing barricades to close off Burleigh Street on Oct. 31 so as not to encourage trick-or-treaters there, and families who don't want to take part in Halloween will turn off lights and not answer doors.