The college said it is hoping to alleviate anxiety over the admissions process and expand access for all students with the decision.
Rachel Ohm
Staff Writer
Rachel covers state government and politics for the Portland Press Herald. It’s her third beat at the paper after stints covering City Hall and education. Prior to her arrival at the Press Herald in the summer of 2019, Rachel worked at the Morning Sentinel in Waterville, covering Franklin and Somerset counties, and the Knoxville News Sentinel in Knoxville, Tennessee, covering higher education. She has a master’s degree in journalism from New York University and when she’s not writing and reporting enjoys running, cooking and traveling to new places.
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Farmington to consider extending marijuana moratorium
The extension would prohibit marijuana stores and related facilities for another 180 days until the town develops regulations.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Skowhegan man arrested after Madison crash caused serious injuries to himself, passenger
Leslie Ridley Jr. was arrested on five charges after initially trying to flee the scene, police said.
Posted inMaine
Farmington to host public meetings on dam removal
Three meetings will be held leading up to a referendum in November asking residents if they want to remove Walton’s Mill Dam.
Posted inMaine
Art of sheep shearing returns to Common Ground Country Fair
Only a handful of sheep shearers exist in Maine, but demand for the work is steady, one professional said.
Posted inMaine
Fire destroys barn, damages house in Pittsfield
The fire heavily damaged property that is up for sale, and its cause remains under investigation, the fire chief said.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Milkweed bracelets, dancing with horses, log scooting. It’s at the Common Ground Country Fair in Unity.
The fair, which runs Friday to Sunday at the Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association in Unity, is expected to draw about 60,000 people over the three days.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Owner of cow killed in Embden, alleged shooter both charged
The cow’s owner is charged with animal trespass, while the alleged shooter is charged with cruelty to animals.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Madison man charged in fatal Winslow crash
Two friends were drag racing on Augusta Road when one of them, Gabriel Stuart, went off the road and was killed, police said.
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Syrian photojournalist hoping to come to Colby for fellowship
Bassam Khabieh, who has spent years documenting the Syrian Civil War, recently got his visa after delays caused by President Donald Trump’s travel ban.