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UMaine System reducing physical footprint in face of online learning and declining enrollment
The University of Maine System is selling a midcoast educational center that has been devoid of degree-seeking students since 2020. With this sale, the system is continuing to reduce its physical footprint as students shift to online courses amid a system-wide enrollment decline. At a Monday meeting in Orono, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously […] The post UMaine System reducing physical footprint in face of online learning and declining enrollment appeared first on Maine Morning Star.
This Maine program helps former youth-in-care get a place of their own
PORTLAND, Maine — According to official recent U.S. Census data, there are more than 2,000 kids in foster care in Maine. About 100 kids age out of the system annually when they turn 18 and become a legal adult, but some can extend state care services until they are 21 years old.
Littleton and Island Falls to get $1.5 million in congressional funds
Two Aroostook County municipalities will receive funding from the Maine Fiscal Year 2025 Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food and Drug Administration Appropriations bill advanced by U.S. Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, who is vice chairwoman of the appropriations committee. The funding, officially approved by the Senate Appropriations Committee last week, is...
High school football all-stars gear up for Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic
LEWISTON, Maine (WABI) - The Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic has gone on since 1990 and serves as a way to raise money for Shriner’s Children “and their mission of providing the highest level of pediatric care, regardless of the family’s ability to pay.”. “It means everything....
Hancock Lumber hires new project manager
The new staffer brings a wealth of building materials experience. Hancock Lumber is welcoming Dan Lauzé to its retail leadership team, filling the newly created role of Retail Operations Center (ROC) Project Manager. Dan has extensive project management experience in the building materials industry, with much of his career...
County Republicans welcome lobsterman for July 24 meeting
You’re invited to hear about one of Maine’s traditional and most vital businesses, Wednesday, July 24 at the monthly meeting of the Lincoln County Republicans Committee. Dustin Delano, lobsterman and representative for New England fishermen, will share his insight regarding New England’s lobster and fishing Industries. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Fire Department, 204 Washington Road, Jefferson; program begins at 6.
Judge finds Maine teen not guilty in South Portland school shooting plot
PORTLAND, Maine (WABI) - A Maine teenager was found not guilty of trying to enlist others in a plan to commit a school shooting in South Portland. Tristan Hamilton, 17, of South Portland, faced one count of solicitation of murder and one arson count in Cumberland County juvenile court. Three witnesses took the stand during a two-day trial last month.
Suspect in Cushing death faces judge, claims he was beaten by police
ROCKLAND, Maine — The man who police say led them on a chase that ended in Augusta, prompting a standoff, on Tuesday and is also a suspect in the death of a man in Cushing, made his initial court appearance Thursday. Jason Hewett, 39, of Augusta, appeared via video...
Maine man accused of drug trafficking after police raid home in Gray
GRAY (WGME) -- A Maine man has been charged with drug trafficking after authorities say they found fentanyl, meth, and more inside his home in Gray. The MDEA says 50-year-old Peter Petersen had been selling fentanyl and methamphetamine from his home at 80 Whitney Road in Gray. Authorities say undercover agents bought drugs from Petersen.
Westbrook school budget passes, RSU 16 school budget advances
Two school budgets are moving forward. Voters in Westbrook approving a new $51 million school budget on Tuesday. Just over 53 percent of people voted in favor of it. The school committee cut several positions and shaved $700,000 off the initial proposal, which voters rejected last month. With the budget...
Motorcycle Ride to Benefit 4-Year-Old Maine Girl for Life-Saving Surgery
4-year-old Aubrey from Gardiner is sadly fighting for her life. She is strong and spirited, and is battling a severe heart defect and bad lungs. Now, her life depends on a big operation. She needs a heart and lung transplant, but because of how expensive this surgery is, Aubrey needs our help.
Daughter of former police chief gives back to department
AUGUSTA, Maine (WABI) - The Augusta Police Department received quite the donation this morning. Sandra Arbour, daughter of former police chief Edouard Arbour, gifted the department with two of Arbour’s firearms he received at his retirement. Arbour was chief from 1960 to1968. He had worked in various roles throughout...
Teenager dead following York motorcycle crash, police say
YORK, Maine — A 17-year-old has died after the motorcycle they were operating crashed along Maine State Route 91 in York. The York Police Department said that at 8:05 p.m. Tuesday, the town's Emergency Communications Center received a 911 call about the crash on Cider Hill Road, which is part of Route 91.
Mya Williams senior class president at Lawrence High School, in Fairfield
Mya Williams, Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, class president, graduated top 10 in her class. Mya has had a dream of being a teacher since she was little. Mya will be attending University of Maine at Farmington for education, and plans to come back to MSAD #49 to be a teacher and give back to the community that inspired her. She is an inspiration to the youth of our community, and helps to coach PAL youth in soccer. Mya is also the assistant director for the Summer PAL Program.
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