A major emphasis will be placed on drawing audiences from major metropolitan areas like Boston and New York, encouraging overnight stays and increased visitor spending in the region.
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Lawrence High School names honor students
Students have been recognized for the making second quarter honor roll.
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Mount Vernon library to host sledding party Feb. 17
People should bring their own sled.
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Madison Junior Senior High names honor students
Students made the second quarter honor roll.
Posted inBusiness
Augusta attorney to teach at Harvard program
The program, held each year, provides trial advocacy instruction to Harvard Law School students.
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South Portland halts disputed Portland Jetport tree removal
Officials at Maine’s largest airport must show the runway approach project hasn’t violated local, state and federal land use laws.
Posted inMaine
Monmouth fire destroys home
No injuries were reported from the fire Friday morning at 1 Bonin Road.
Posted inCommunity
Waterville Senior High School names honor students
Students made the second quarter honor roll.
Posted inCommunity
Augusta-based United Way breaks record, raises more than $2M
The funds raised during the campaign will significantly benefit the 59 health and human service programs that the chapter funds across Kennebec County throughout 2025.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Cutting funding for school meals would be devastating for Maine children, advocates say
House Republicans are considering cutting the number of schools that qualify for free breakfast and lunch. The move could have a huge impact in Maine, which has the highest rate of childhood hunger in New England.