Other Maine fairs — annual summer traditions for many — are also in jeopardy of not taking place in 2020 due to coronavirus concerns and restrictions on public gatherings.
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Windsor teacher’s 30 years of experience prepared her to tackle online learning challenge
Helen Beesley has been integral in making creative and motivating experiences for students during the coronavirus pandemic, according to RSU 12 Superintendent Howard Tuttle.
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Old Hallowell Day canceled for 2020 due to the coronavirus
The annual event, which has been held for more than 50 years, was canceled after a vote Saturday of planning committee members.
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Skowhegan Walmart found to have discriminated against longtime employee
Michael Morin filed a complaint with the Human Rights Commission after company officials said a change in its computerized scheduling system could not accommodate his modified schedule.
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Proposed $67.5 million Augusta budget includes small tax increase, 8 furlough days
The proposal cuts library and code enforcement workers, and includes eight municipal worker furlough days.
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Technology integrators help Hallowell-area schools connect teachers with students during COVID-19
Regional School Unit 2 Superintendent Mary Paine said the district’s three technology integrators are helping teachers offer the best education possible during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Hallowell fabric shop doing its part as one of central Maine’s essential businesses
WhipperSnappers Quilt Studio owner Lynn Irish say the process of applying to be an essential business took only a day.
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Protesters again demand Maine reopen
Demonstrators in Augusta, most not wearing masks and standing close together, decry governor’s pandemic orders.
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Kennebec County considers adding deputies as Maine State Police withdraws local patrols
Under a proposed agreement, Maine State Police would cover two zones in Kennebec County; currently deputies and troopers alternate coverage of six zones in the county.
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Augusta targets reopening city hall to public June 1
Hatch Hill landfill will resume taking recycling and charging normal fees on Monday.