ADELPHI, Md. — Yorn Chesnutt of New Vineyard has been named to the 2022 spring semester dean’s list at the University of Maryland Global Campus. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earned a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and […]
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Skowhegan librarian retires after 42 years
Francoise Labonte has retired after 42 years of service at the Skowhegan Free Public Library. Library trustees held a reception in her honor July 29 and dedicated a new outdoor bench in her name. The new bench, located on the front lawn under the shade of a tree, will not only provide comfort, but also […]
Rockland theater seeks short film submissions
The competition for middle and high school students is open until Oct. 31.
Rockland-based foundation seeks composer award applications
The Ellis-Beauregard Foundation Composer Award, now in its fourth year, is offering a $25,000 commission with the Bangor Symphony Orchestra through a juried national competition. The 2022 jury includes Pulitzer Prize-winner John Harbison, composer Chen Yi and conductor André Raphel, according to a news release by the foundation, based in Rockland. In its first three […]
Red Sox edge Orioles, halt four-game skid
Eric Hosmer doubles home the go-ahead run in the sixth inning, and the bullpen holds up in a 4-3 victory.
Patriots drop preseason opener on last-play field goal by Giants
With most of its starters sitting out, New England loses its first preseason game, 23-21.
New Zealand welcomes back first cruise ship since COVID hit
New Zealand closed its borders in early 2020 as it sought at first to eliminate COVID-19 entirely and then later to control its spread.
Biden plots a 2024 presidential run — and a Trump rematch
Biden and his aides have been careful to caveat answers about whether he’ll run again by saying that a decision isn’t final.
Investigation blames human error for Seabrook nuclear plant siren
The announcements sent some beachgoers scrambling but officials said that there was no emergency nor danger to the public.
Natural Resources Council of Maine elects new members to board of directors
Augusta-based group welcomes Sam Day, Anthony Eames, Diana McDowell and David O. Schylling.