Waterville Police Department (WVPD) patrol officers Brian Gardiner and Adam Siroies love Super Troopers. As they round the city's central district (an area encompassing downtown, covering many bars), they quote the movie-about screw-up Vermont state troopers-and make references to Chief Wiggum of The Simpsons.
It's easy to miss the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter. It's located in a house on Ticonic St., running parallel to Upper Main St. The shelter blends in inconspicuously with the surrounding homes and offices in the shadow of the towers of Mayflower Hill; most wouldn't give it a second glance.
While many students may have only come in contact with Waterville's municipal government during the abrupt termination of an off-campus party, the City's government is currently working hard to revitalize the Waterville area. Mayor Paul R. LePage is at the forefront of that effort.
On February 29, the Waterville Panthers girls' basketball team beat Lake Region 54-35. This win was not like all the others, however, because it won them a state championship and put the finishing touch on their perfect season. Even more impressive, it was the second straight perfect season for the Panthers.