The program begins March 7 with a series of online learning, concluding with an in-person visit April 20 to the UMaine campus in Orono.
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New Ventures Maine seeks entrepreneurship training applications
The application deadline is March 10 for a free Venturing Forth class in Brunswick.
Mills foundation to host free Vietnam-era veterans breakfast March 29
AUGUSTA — The Travis Mills Foundation plans to host its annual Vietnam-era Veterans Breakfast at 9 a.m. Wednesday, March 29, at the Augusta Civic Center, 76 Community Drive. The event is free, but veterans must sign up for tickets at travismillsfoundation.org/events. Each veteran can bring one guest for free. Vietnam-era veterans hold a special place […]
Camden fair organizers make call to artists, makers
The annual Harbor Arts and Books Fairs are planned for July 8 and 9 and Sept. 3-Oct. 1.
Educational center to offer college planning sessions in February, March
The Maine Educational Opportunity Center plans to host free individualized virtual sessions for adults 19 and older looking for a new career or returning to higher education. Essentials of College Planning: Virtual: • Tuesday, Feb. 21, 9 and 10 a.m. • Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6 and 7 p.m. • Thursday, Feb. 23, 9 and 10 […]
In Haiti, gangs take control as democracy withers
In December, the U.N. estimated that gangs controlled 60% of Haiti’s capital, but nowadays most on the streets of Port-au-Prince say that number is closer to 100%.
Ukraine pushes for Western fighter jets after tank deals
Several Western leaders have expressed concern that providing warplanes could escalate the conflict and draw them in deeper.
FBI searched Biden’s former office in November, according to source
It was not immediately clear whether the FBI search of the president’s former office uncovered additional classified documents beyond those found on Nov. 2 by Biden’s attorneys.
Massachusetts abortion hotline now offering free legal advice
The service comes as other states pass more restrictive abortion laws in the wake of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
Boys basketball: Messalonskee tops Lawrence to continue hot stretch
Eagles top Bulldogs 54-47 to notch fifth win in six games.