Teams from the New School in Kennebunk and Bonny Eagle High School in Standish take honors at the regional competition.
Kelley Bouchard
Staff Writer
Kelley writes about some of the most critical aspects of Maine’s economy and future growth, including transportation, immigration, retail and small business, commercial development and tourism, with emphasis on consumer issues, sustainability and minority ownership. Her wider experience includes municipal and state government, education, history, human rights, health and elder care, the environment and the housing crisis. A Maine native and University of Maine graduate, she was a college intern for two summers at the former Lewiston Evening Journal. She previously worked at the Ipswich Chronicle, Beverly Times and Salem Evening News in Massachusetts. Favorite pastimes include gardening, cooking for family and friends, streaming foreign TV series and kayaking at camp.
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School cuts hit deeply at staff, services
About 1,200 jobs in Maine are at risk due to an expected $60 million cut in state and federal funds.
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Old buildings in need of after-school activity
The economy, the real estate market and public interests determine the reuse of vacant facilities.
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Bowen sworn in as education commissioner
Bowen was a middle and high school teacher in Virginia and Maine. Most recently he worked for the Maine Heritage Policy Center.
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Retirement incentive deadline extended
Portland school employees now have until March 15 to consider the district’s early retirement offer.
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Jazz powerhouse
Texture. Balance. Darkness. Layering.
As Craig Skeffington led the South Portland High School jazz ensemble through practice Thursday afternoon, the band director used words that might apply to a great oil painting, a fine wine or an excellent lasagna.
The 20 student musicians plowed through the Frank Sinatra favorite, “In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning,” one of three selections they will perform Saturday at Berklee College of Music’s 43rd High School Jazz Festival in Boston.
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Jackson Lab to coordinate state science fair
The fair will take place at Mount Desert Island Regional High School on April 30.
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Deering High hosts State Academic Decathlon
The state champs will compete in the national finals on April 27-30.
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Portland schools extend retirement incentive deadline
Forty-one initial takers earn annual salaries and benefits totaling $2.6 million.
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Greely High health teacher wins regional award
Denise Allen is recognized for leadership, volunteer spirit and excellence in her field.