ATHENS — Athens Community School hosted its first Math Madness Family Night event March 12, bringing students and families together for an evening of math games, problem-solving, and hands-on activities. This event was backed by these community sponsors: • Brickyard Hollow of Skowhegan, who provided 60 pizzas. • Athens Corner Store, Pizza Hut and Madison […]
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Online presentation on specialty potato varieties set for March 27
Results of the 2024 Organic Specialty Potato Variety Trial conducted at Rogers Farm Forage and Crop Research Facility in Old Town will also be presented.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Maine has spent millions to digitize court records — and they’re still mostly not online
A recent decision to halt most online access puts into question whether eCourts will truly do what the state judicial branch promised.
Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Maine, Things to Do
Spring might arrive on time this year. Good luck convincing Mainers.
We’re so used to fluctuating weather toying with our emotions, a true spring feels like the least likely scenario.
Posted inCommunity
Waterville, Winlsow schools participating in SkillsUSA State Championships
Gold medal winners will represent Maine in the National SkillsUSA Championships in Atlanta, Georgia.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine
The federal government owns 11 artworks in Maine. What will happen to them?
The Trump administration is laying off staff at the U.S. General Services Administration, which is responsible for one of the oldest and largest collections of art in the country.
Posted inHealth
As birthing units continue to close, potential solutions emerge
In rural Maine, cross-training staff, incorporating more independent providers, and expanding training are some of the solutions being proposed.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News, Schools and Education
Gardiner-area school district hires new superintendent
Kady Gould, principal of Helen Thompson School in West Gardiner, will start as superintendent on July 1 following her appointment by a unanimous school board earlier this month.
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel
Fire reportedly started by overheated cooking oil damages home in Anson
One of the home’s residents was preparing dinner when cooking oil became too hot and burst into flames, an official said.
Posted inCommunity
UMaine Augusta to host job, resource fair March 26
The event will be held in collaboration with Maine CareerCenters.