3 months ago
Technical problems force Maine DOT to reapply for $3M in federal grants
Technical issues prevented the completion of grant applications filed in late March to a program that supports rural and tribal projects.
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3 months ago
Hands Off! rally in Houlton draws close to 100
Signs called for the Trump administration and Elon Musk to take their hands off a long list of freedoms and to leave Canadian neighbors alone.
3 months ago
Loring water users get temporary reprieve from controversial rate hike
The decision is a short-term win for a 10-member group of residents who asked the Maine Public Utilities Commission to investigate.
4 months ago
How farmers could be affected by UMaine’s frozen USDA funding
Federal funding has helped the university system to research everything from the climate resilience of potatoes and blueberries to the health of the lobster fishery, and more.
4 months ago
Former Maine Senate President Troy Jackson explores a run for governor
His northern Maine roots and advocacy for labor unions have made him an attractive candidate for some Democrats to succeed Gov. Janet Mills.
4 months ago
Maine Council for English Language Arts presents Inaugural MCELA Teacher of Excellence Award to Barnes
The Maine Council for English Language Arts is proud to announce the recipient of the inaugural MCELA Teacher of Excellence Award, Kim Barnes from Caribou Community School. This new award honors outstanding English language arts educators in Maine who demonstrate excellence in teaching, contribute meaningfully to the profession, and show an unwavering commitment to their […]
4 months ago
Maine lawmakers launch probe into late child care payments
Kelly’s Place Learning Center of Presque Isle recently announced it would close this month, due largely to funding delays for children of lower-income families.
4 months ago
Maine principal of the year is from Aroostook for the 1st time in 34 years
It’s the first time in more than 30 years that an Aroostook County principal has earned the honor.
5 months ago
Lawmakers consider naming this breed the Maine state dog
The movement to make the Seppala Siberian Maine’s state dog was inspired by a famous canine named Togo, whose actions saved the small Alaskan town of Nome a century ago.
5 months ago
Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians acquires 1,327 acres
The acquisition of 1,327 acres is part of a larger effort in Maine to restore access and ownership of tribal lands to the Wabanaki people.
