On Saturday, March 21, Huard’s Martial Arts hosted the 44th annual Battle of Maine Martial Arts Championships at Champions, in Waterville, with over 350 competitors by Mark Huard Over 350 competitors from all over Maine and other parts of New England competed in different categories. One dollar of each spectator admission went to help support […]
Waterville Police Department reclaims the trophy by Mark Huard The Battle of the Badges featured two teams, two missions, and one shared goal: supporting youth and adults through accessible and inclusive programs. Firefighters raised funds for the AYCC’s Unified Champions Club, an inclusive program that brings adults of all abilities together through recreation, leadership, and […]
The Albert S. Hall School Civil Rights Team, in Waterville, is working to raise money for the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital. They will use the money to buy toys, movies, and games from the hospital’s wish list. They chose this charity because some of the students had been there themselves and/or had family members who […]
by Mark Huard Peter Pan has been a staple in children’s stories and movies for decades now. Growing children’s minds, imaginations and free spirits is at the heart of the tale and Winslow Elementary brought it to life on Saturday December 13 with their amazing cast and production staff. Peter Pan Jr. is an auditioned […]
by Mark Huard The Children’s Discovery Museum once again organized this year’s Parade of Lights, kicking off the holiday season in downtown Waterville with over 30 entries, including three dance troupes, dazzling floats, and brightly lit fire trucks. This year’s Grand Marshal, Ken Walsh, helped lead the beloved annual procession, carrying on a cherished tradition […]
by Mark Huard Sovie Rau, a track and field athlete from Vassalboro, has been invited to compete in the Coast 2 Coast International Track and Field Championships, taking place from July 4 to 6, 2026, at The Gold Coast Performance Center, in Runaway Bay, Australia. This invitation was earned by Sovie by meeting specific qualifying […]
by Mark Huard It was a beautiful evening at the sold-out Maine Savings Amphitheatre, in Bangor, on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. The stadium was set ablaze by country/pop star Shania Twain and rising star, MacKenzie Porter. Many people were excited to hear Shania Twain was making her way to the waterfront, in Bangor. When the […]
by Mark Huard The Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) hosted USA Olympic breaststroke medalist Cody Miller for a world-class Swim Clinic and Meet on July 11 – 12, 2025. This special two-day event offered an extraordinary opportunity for competitive swimmers to train with and learn from one of America’s most accomplished and inspirational athletes. […]
by Mark Huard A 14-year-old from Benton is making waves in the martial arts world. Matthew Christen, a dedicated student at Club Naha Karate-Do, in Waterville, has earned a spot on the World Karate Confederation (WKC) Team USA and will represent the United States at the world tournament, held in Niagara Fall,s in October. Matthew’s […]