As Jenifer Cushman takes the helm of the third-largest school in Maine’s state university system, she’s looking to draw in people seeking to finish degrees they began years ago, or who never thought they would go to college.
Emily Duggan
Staff Writer
Emily Duggan is a staff writer for the Kennebec Journal. She graduated with a degree in journalism from the University of New Hampshire, where she was a news editor and staff writer for The New Hampshire. Before working at the Kennebec Journal, she interned at the Portland Press Herald and freelanced for the Granite State News Collaborative. A Portland native, Emily loves exploring the city, reading, and playing with her two cats.
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Bicyclist injured in collision with pickup truck in Richmond
A Sabattus man has been charged with causing serious bodily injury while his license was suspended.
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Posted inKennebec Journal, Life & Culture, Maine
Dresden Summerfest still going strong after 23 years — even in the rain
The annual festival seeks to bring the community together through music, games and history.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Annual Monmouth cardboard boat race becomes a family affair
The key to success? Duct tape.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine Crime
Man arrested by FBI at Augusta gas station for selling fentanyl, meth and cocaine
Alvaro ‘Santos’ Annover Motera Arias was arrested Friday at MD’s Market on 240 Riverside Drive in Augusta for allegedly selling controlled substances.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Longtime superintendent of Augusta schools resigns
Jim Anastasio’s tenure as the district’s top administrator will end on June 30, 2024.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hundreds turn up for Augusta’s Fourth of July parade and Old Fort Western reenactment
Old Fort Western coordinator Linda Novak said she thinks Tuesday’s crowd is the largest to ever attend the annual event.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Despite rainy forecast, Fourth of July celebrations expected to carry on in central Maine
Event organizers in greater Augusta say only heavy rains could put a damper on Independence Day parades and fireworks.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Schools and Education
Failed ex-UMA president, still unemployed a year later, set to receive nearly $20,000 monthly from UMaine System
Michael Laliberte’s settlement from the University of Maine System requires him to provide detailed reports on his attempts to find a new job in education in order to receive the payouts.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local Government, Maine
After years of delay, Randolph on track for new fire station with $2.6 million in federal money proposed
Town officials hope to build a new fire station at 104 Kinderhook St. with more space for department vehicles, training and equipment.