The funds also will be used for scholarships and to strengthen the Bangor-based private university’s endowment.
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Bill to expand access to child care unveiled in Waterville
“You can’t have a strong economy in Maine without strong child care for the people in it,” said Senate President Troy Jackson, a Democrat from Aroostook County.
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Our View: Schools should be safe for all Maine students
An ugly moment last week in Skowhegan shows why transgender students need gender-neutral bathrooms.
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Groups to double Maine scholarship funding for trades, manufacturing
Nearly $100,000 will be provided for scholarships to Maine high schools and employers in skilled trades and the manufacturing sector.
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Maine lawmakers push for new school safety center to reduce risk of shooting
It was a key recommendation of a consultant hired in the wake of the Sandy Hook shootings in 2012, but the state has been slow to act.
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Greely High to host ‘Gap Year Fair’
CUMBERLAND — Greely High School will host a Gap Year Fair from 6:45-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15. It’s the only event of its kind coming to Maine this year. USA Gap Year Fair provides high school students with information about experiential learning opportunities that include summer programs or a high school semester abroad. The fair […]
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Merrymeeting Adult Education to host CNA information night
BATH — Merrymeeting Adult Education is offering an information session at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13, for people interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant. The Merrymeeting Adult Education Center program will feature an overview by Merrymeeting staff and Margot Kovach, a registered nurse and instructor. Topics include the application process, course and clinical requirements, […]
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Our View: Maine communities confront difficult questions surrounding old schools
The state has a $500 million backlog for construction and major renovations, raising difficult questions for communities around the state.
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Scarborough teachers rally for contract; Bernie Sanders sends letter of support
Working without a contract since September, Scarborough teachers are pushing for improved working conditions that school officials say are ‘good-faith disagreements.’
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Students invited to compete in ‘upcycling’ contest to win money for school
PORTLAND —Ecomaine will commemorate Maine’s bicentennial in 2020 a contest for students to compete for a $2,020 prize for their school’s green team or Project Graduation. Ecomaine’s Outreach & Recycling Board Committee Chairman Caleb Hemphill said he hopes the “upcycling” contest forces students to “think about waste in a new light – as a resource.” Students […]