Maine colleges are joining a national trend or scrubbing words like ‘diversity’ and ‘inclusion’ from department websites in favor of more neutral terms like ‘community’ and ‘belonging.’
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Maine voter ID supporters challenge state’s ballot language
In addition to requiring a photo ID while casting a ballot, the initiative would make it harder to vote absentee and add requirements for municipal elections workers.
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Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Fairfield woman reflects on education journey: ‘I can’t believe I’m actually here’
More than 40 years after leaving her hometown without a high school diploma, Karen Winfree, back in Fairfield, was named Kennebec Valley Community College Student of the Year.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Maine business owners brace for summer hiring season amid uncertainty
President Donald Trump’s rhetoric about Canada and high tariffs have many proceeding cautiously.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Police arrest Bowdoinham man after reports of domestic assault, police chase
Police tried unsuccessfully to find the suspect Sunday using a K9 unit and a Maine Forest Service helicopter.
Posted inHearts of Pine, Leslie Bridgers, Local & State, Things to Do
You don’t have to like soccer to enjoy the Hearts of Pine | Column
Wondering whether it’s worth going to a game? If you like food, drink and a fun atmosphere, you won’t regret it.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Local & State
Miss Maine crowned as pageant receives national attention
Shelby Howell of Bangor won the crown from a field that included the pageant’s first openly transgender contestant and the girlfriend of Bill Belichick. The former Patriots coach was in the audience Sunday.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Maine’s college graduates of 2025 walk across the stage to their next chapter
As we enter graduation season, here are photos of some of the newest alumni of Maine’s colleges and universities. In tasseled caps and long robes, graduates from institutions including Maine College of Art & Design, Husson University and University of Maine schools walked across the stage over the weekend, entering the next chapter of their lives.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Dam safety reforms considered by Maine lawmakers
The measures include bolstering the state’s enforcement actions, expanding mapping efforts and updating the pay scale for Maine’s chief dam inspector.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Pressure is on to extend ACA subsidies as premium hikes loom
The enhanced tax credits, first approved in 2021, would expire at the end of the year if Congress fails to act.