A wave of state bans demonstrates the increasing hostility to reproductive choice and women’s autonomy.
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Red Sand Project fills Skowhegan sidewalk cracks as reminder of human trafficking
The downtown rotary became the palette for roving artists to spread their message about human trafficking and the need for people to be aware of its existence even in Somerset County.
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Doug Harlow, 31-year veteran reporter at Morning Sentinel, dies from cancer
The Skowhegan-area journalist was remembered by colleagues and community members as a tough-minded reporter who closely covered the community and enjoyed life’s pleasures.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Skowhegan natives revealed as $10 million donors to University of Maine building
E. James ‘Jim’ Ferland and Eileen P. Ferland donated the funds in March 2018 to help build the Engineering Education and Design Center, which will be named for the couple.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Some defenders of Skowhegan Indians mascot not ready to move on
But the resentment of a few people at the discontinuation of the mascot should not overshadow recent progress.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Schools and Education
Skowhegan business under fire for producing ‘Indians’ mascot apparel
A Facebook post by Maine Fire Equipment Co. promoting ‘Indian Outlaw’ T-shirts and hoodies to celebrate the start of high school football season is drawing criticism in the wake of local and state decisions to ban Native American imagery at public schools.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Skowhegan district erases its Native American images as school year nears
The School Administrative District 54 board will convene to discuss next steps Thursday night.
Posted inLocal & State
Motorsports show thrills Skowhegan Fair attendees
The fair continues through the week until August 17.
Posted inBusiness, Food, Local & State
At Skowhegan bakery conference, record numbers and rare grains set up artisan bread fair
The Maine Grain Alliance’s annual Kneading Conference drew some 250 attendees for workshops, seminars and more.
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Sappi paper company, with landmark Skowhegan mill, names new chief executive
Michael G. Haws, 56, who is currently vice president of manufacturing at Sappi North America, has been appointed to the CEO role.