The men’s basketball seniors received dual weekly recognition from the NAC for the third time this season; Bates’ Meghan Graff, Bates’ new scoring leader, honored by NESCAC; former Lewiston standout Abdirizak Abukar earns another GNAC award.
January 2023
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Tech company Garmin plans 50 hires, build-out at its Yarmouth site
The maker of GPS and navigation devices is quietly expanding at the former headquarters of mapmaker DeLorme, where Eartha keeps turning.
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Posted inBusiness
Amazon discloses fresh wave of job cuts as tech layoffs worsen
It’s cutting almost 300 jobs in the Bay Area as part of its decision to eliminate 18,000 jobs worldwide.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Colby College students aim for the skies by learning about aviation, as a career and foray into other fields
The 13 students participating in the aviation course said they learned not only how to fly as part of the program, but also how small airports are critical to local economies, and how aviation relates to an array of business opportunities.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Tim Allen denies exposing himself to Pamela Anderson on ‘Home Improvement’ set
In her highly anticipated memoir, she claims the incident happened in 1991 on her first day of filming.
Posted inMaine, News
Dr. Nirav Shah makes his final rounds in Maine
For perhaps the final time as the state’s CDC director, Shah answered questions about the pandemic and health topics on the ‘MaineCalling’ public radio show.
Posted inBusiness, Kennebec Journal, Maine
Kenney Awards to celebrate business accomplishments of business community in Kennebec Valley
The Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Kenney Awards returns to a live, formal event at the Augusta Civic Center on Friday, where members will honor award winners for their accomplishments.
Posted inHealth, Nation & World, News
U.S. proposes once-a-year COVID shots for most Americans
U.S. health officials want to make COVID-19 vaccinations more like the annual flu shot.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Group of residents calls for review of Winthrop quarry project, citing health and environmental concerns
The group says a proposed Turkey Lane quarry would create airborne dust particles that could travel toward the school and downtown area, potentially causing lung issues and affecting local aquatic life.
Posted inSports
Defense still rules in the NFL playoffs
Analysis: The four teams in the conference championship games all got a lift from their defense.