The high school team will compete in the National Science Bowl, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.
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Piping plover book for kids encourages harmony with nature
A Greely High School teacher and a Cape Elizabeth illustrator collaborate to inspire the next generation of environment protectors.
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‘From Africa to Maine’ series to focus on the asylum seeker’s experience
Discussions starting next week are designed to foster understanding about New Mainers’ history, experiences and challenges.
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Scarborough’s proposed municipal, school budget raises taxes 4.4%
The owner of a home assessed at $400,000 would pay $272 more in property taxes under the proposal.
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Neighborhood contest nets 19,000 pounds of food for South Portland pantry
The big donation to the South Portland Food Cupboard is expected to go fast because of a sharp increase this month in those seeking assistance.
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Divided council passes rent control in South Portland, in effect until 2030
The ordinance will put a 10% cap on rent increases, with exemptions, and will take effect May 27.
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South Portland council gives final approval to changes allowing homeless shelters in city
The city itself will not be operating the shelters, and two independent groups have expressed interest but have made no immediate plans, according to City Manager Scott Morelli.
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High-speed internet initiative kicks off with workshops
With sufficient access to high-speed internet in just 13% of the state, a regional coalition is working to increase availability throughout Cumberland County and in other underserved or unserved areas.
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Maple producers have plenty of sweetness on tap this weekend
Sugarhouses open their doors for Maine Maple Sunday Weekend events March 25-26 with demonstrations, samplings and sales, pancake breakfasts and other family activities.
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Cape’s Elizabeth’s wayward seals – two of them – rehabilitated and released
The seal pup rescued after wandering town streets in January and another pup rescued a week earlier were safely returned to the ocean Thursday.