4 days ago
Caribou school district projects $1.7M budget increase
The total marks a drop from the roughly 9.5% increase RSU 39 had projected at its first budget workshop weeks earlier.
Education
5 days ago
RSU 29 needs $1.6 million in additional local dollars for next school year
As valuations rise, school districts get less from the state. That means district residents will pay more.
5 days ago
UMFK to host 15th annual Scholars’ Symposium on April 29
The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its 15th annual Scholars’ Symposium on Wednesday, April 29, highlighting students’ research and academic excellence.
6 days ago
Alumni Cares Fund campaign reaches goal, strengthens support for local students and families
The Houlton High School Alumni Association has announced the successful completion of its recent Alumni Cares Fund campaign, a two-week fundraising effort aimed at supporting students and families facing unexpected financial hardships.
6 days ago
UMPI Reed Art Gallery presents senior thesis exhibitions
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s Reed Art Gallery will present senior thesis exhibitions throughout April and May, showcasing the work of seniors from UMPI’s bachelor of fine arts program. Ryan Lemire will be displaying his exhibition “Abstracted” from April 19 to May 2, with a First Friday Art Night […]
1 week ago
UMA, UMPI launch online medical laboratory science bachelor’s degree to expand Maine’s healthcare workforce
The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the University of Maine at Augusta are launching a bachelor of science in medical laboratory science degree designed to expand career pathways for laboratory professionals and help meet growing healthcare workforce needs across Maine.
1 week ago
Dead River Company donates heavy-duty trucks to support commercial driver training at NMCC
Dead River Company, northern New England’s largest home heating provider, recently donated two heavy-duty trucks to Northern Maine Community College’s commercial driving academy, further strengthening the company’s longstanding support for workforce development across Maine.
1 week ago
UMPI celebrates 23rd annual University Day
The University of Maine at Presque Isle will host its 23rd annual University Day activities on Tuesday, April 14 and Wednesday, April 15, complete with evening poster presentations and a keynote address by a Libra Distinguished Lecture Series speaker and a day filled with student presentations.
1 week ago
Healthcare leader Harvey-McPherson named UMFK commencement speaker
he University of Maine at Fort Kent is pleased to announce Lisa Harvey-McPherson, a distinguished healthcare executive and nurse leader, will serve as the keynote speaker for the University’s 144th commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 9.
2 weeks ago
Southern Aroostook school consolidation will prepare students for jobs, superintendents say
“One campus to bring together our resources for 7th grade and beyond is going to be important for our two school systems.”
