While the number of cases remains low, colleges are bracing for a challenging year as they roll out extensive testing programs and issue new rules for social distancing.
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Superintendents look to state for further guidance on fall sports
Some say they were surprised by the Maine Principals’ Association decision on Thursday.
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College towns growing alarmed over outbreaks among students
As schools and businesses get the OK to reopen, some college towns are moving in the opposite direction because of partying and rising COVID-19 infections among students.
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Student tests positive for COVID-19 at Bates College
Bates now requires everyone to wear masks outside as well as indoors, except in limited cases.
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Winslow schools delay start date to Sept. 8, but confirm busing resolved
Delay in personal protective equipment shipment causes one week pushback, while parent survey indicates school system has adequate transportation for those who need it.
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Erskine Hall in Hallowell opens for UMA residential students
The university is welcoming students to the newly renovated Erskine Hall at Stevens Commons after an 11-month renovation that cost almost $4 million.
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Norridgewock, Mercer, Smithfield come together to collect supplies for students
Each student at Mill Stream Elementary School in Norridgewock will be given school supplies next week that are being provided through community donations.
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Judge blocks rule that moves virus relief funds to private schools, including in Maine
The decision temporarily halts the U.S. government from implementing the rule in a group of states filing suit.
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Student at USM tests positive for COVID-19
The out-of-state student who tested positive is living off-campus and is in isolation at home, the university said.