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Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, Schools and Education

‘There is so much potential’: University of Southern Maine plans to grow in Lewiston and Auburn

by Frida Zeinali September 1, 2024August 31, 2024

The school is rolling out Lewiston-Auburn’s first undergraduate health care major — occupational therapy.

Election 2024, Maine, News, Politics

Who will win control of the Maine Legislature this November?

by Randy Billings September 1, 2024September 2, 2024

Insiders expect a tough battle in both the House and Senate, with Democrats defending more open seats and Republicans hoping voters are hungry for change.

Business, Maine

F.X. Marcotte’s legacy goes far beyond home furnishings

by Christopher Wheelock September 1, 2024August 31, 2024

Francois Xavier Marcotte was a major benefactor in the Lewiston community and a crusader for the poor, the elderly and the working class.

Business, Nation & World, News

Japan wants its hardworking citizens to try 4-day workweek

by YURI KAGEYAMA Associated Press August 31, 2024August 31, 2024

The government has launched a ‘work style reform’ campaign that promotes shorter hours and other flexible arrangements along with overtime limits and paid annual leave.

Russia Ukraine War Female Drone Shooters

Nation & World, News

With men at the front lines, women watch over Ukraine’s night sky for Russian drones

by VASILISA STEPANENKO and SAMYA KULLAB Associated Press August 31, 2024August 31, 2024

Women are joining the ranks of Ukrainian mobile air-defense units to shoot down drones as more men are drawn to the battles on the eastern front line

Kennebec Journal, Maine

Coburn mansion fire in Skowhegan started accidentally during repair work

by Ethan Horton August 31, 2024September 3, 2024

The fire caused ‘significant’ damage to the attic, but the house is still structurally sound, officials said.

Election 2024, Nation & World, News, Politics

Police say man will face charges after storming press area at Trump rally

by Associated Press August 31, 2024August 31, 2024

It remains unclear what motivated the man or whether he is a Trump supporter or critic.

Nation & World, News

7 killed by Russian attacks as Moscow pushes ahead in Ukraine’s east

by Associated Press August 31, 2024August 31, 2024

Russian shelling in the city of Chasiv Yar killed 5 people, while 2 others were killed killed by Russian shelling in the Kharkiv region, officials said.