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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News, Schools and Education
Behavior problems, trauma among students at Montello Elementary in Lewiston push frustrated teachers to breaking point
An influx of high-needs students from downtown Lewiston has isolated Montello Elementary over the years. Staff say it has created an unsafe environment for teachers and students alike.
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Posted inMaine, News
Jewish nonprofit hopes to acquire historic Fairfield Quaker meeting house for $18
The nonprofit, Mifneh L’Kedushah, is looking to reopen the space as a multi-faith community center this spring.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Trump chooses Bessent to be treasury secretary, Vought as budget chief, Chavez-DeRemer for Labor
The announcements Friday evening showed how Trump was fleshing out the financial side of his new administration.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, News, Politics
Collins to chair Senate Appropriations Committee after McConnell chooses a new role
While the committee’s new leadership isn’t yet official, Collins says her priorities will include helping Maine’s communities, funding biomedical research, improving infrastructure and supporting rural economic development.
Posted inHealth, Maine, Politics
Public health advocates rail against Trump’s nomination of RFK Jr. for Cabinet post
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has made false claims about vaccines, has been tapped to become health and human services secretary in the Trump administration.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Augusta to spend last of its federal pandemic funds on heat pumps, Civic Center repairs, paving
The city received $1.98 million in ARPA funding, and has just under $300,000 remaining.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, Maine Crime, News
Man arrested in Monmouth following high-speed chase, hourslong manhunt
Police used dogs, a drone, social media and tips from residents to catch up to suspect on the lam.
Posted inNews, Schools and Education
Phillips-based school district proposes new committee for state-required program
As of July 1, 2028, Child Development Services will no longer provide special education services for 3- to 5-year-olds,
Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
Victim from Wayne identified in fatal Waterville crash
A Wayne woman was killed in a crash early Monday morning on Trafton Road, police said.