Under the new structure, UMM will keep its name and degree-granting authority, and will be led by an academic dean who reports to the president of UMaine in Orono.
March 2017
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Democrats force 1-week delay for panel vote on Gorsuch
The vote on President Trump’s nominee, supported by all Republican senators, will take place April 3.
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Sen. King part of group aiming to expedite vets’ appeals to VA
The proposal reintroduces legislation from the previous Congress.
Posted inMaine, News
Hallowell’s Millikens Bridge set for surface replacement
The bridge at the southern end of the city will have a one-way traffic pattern from April 1 to May 20 while crews remove and replace the wearing surface of the bridge.
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Nunes reviewed surveillance documents at White House
A Senate panel plans to interview Trump son-in-law Jared Kushner, the ‘official primary point of contact’ with foreign entities during the campaign and transition period, as part of Russia probe
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Bill would require state to give preference to Maine companies in government contracts
The in-state-preference proposal, which has failed before in the Legislature, also would require projects to use American-made materials, such as iron and steel.
Posted inMaine colleges, News, Sports
Bowdoin athletic facilities to get $8 million upgrade
The two-stage project includes artificial turf, lights, and expanding the track to eight lanes.
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Stocks sink as Trump business plan stalls
Last week’s failure by Republicans to repeal the Affordable Care Act has raised doubts that Washington can push through other promises.
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U.S. travel industry fears a ‘lost decade’ under Trump
Trump’s rhetoric and unpopularity abroad are likely to reduce international arrivals by 4.3 million this year, according to a market strategy firm.
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Maine Brew Bus just bought its competitor, with more tours in mind
The brewery tour company with the distinctive green buses acquires Maine Beer Tours.