Across western and central Maine, home-schooled families and educators say learning rooted in nature, community and individualized instruction is helping students build confidence, independence and academic success.
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Posted inBoys Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Maranacook boys basketball on to Class C final after draining regional title run
After a buzzer-beating win over Spruce Mountain, the Black Bears turn their attention to Saturday’s game against Fort Kent.
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Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
For some western Maine families, homeschooling is all about having choice
For many Maine families, homeschooling emerges not as a first choice but as a response to an education system that doesn’t always meet individual needs, beliefs or learning styles.
Posted inCommunity, Local & State
Unsolved armed robbery in Livermore Falls leaves clerk shaken
‘I haven’t been back to work. I can’t even drive to the store; it makes me cry,’ the 55-year-old local woman said.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Winthrop home destroyed by fire
The blaze started under the double-wide manufactured home after a kerosene heater was apparently used to try to thaw frozen pipes, officials say.
Posted inBusiness, Community, Guides, Life & Culture, Local & State
Looking for a Christmas tree? Try these Franklin County small businesses.
These Franklin County tree farms and nurseries will help you find the perfect Christmas tree to bring home for the holidays.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Western Maine food pantries expand support as winter approaches
Food pantries across Franklin County are offering expanded hours, free meals and low-barrier access to help residents meet rising food needs.
Posted inCommunity, Local & State, News
Fayette spreads holiday cheer with Giving Baskets, Candy Cane Caper
The Fayette All-Age Friendly Committee is organizing festive community projects to support families and schoolchildren this holiday season.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Fayette voters approve ordinance changes, reject road maintenance proposal
574 voters turned out Tuesday to cast ballots on 2 local issues and 2 state referendum questions.
Posted inLocal & State, Schools and Education
Fayette Central School building independence through social-emotional learning
Principal Courtney Lyons explain to directors how Fayette Central School’s social-emotional learning program helps students be more self-aware, empathetic and independent.