The governor, who outflanked lawmakers to make Bill Beardsley commissioner, juggles appointments again to re-empower him.
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Messalonskee Middle School students have hands-on science fun
Seventh- and eighth-graders at the Oakland school raised brook trout from eggs and spent the day with experts and volunteers before releasing the fish.
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Augusta school board votes to seek less from taxpayers to fund budget
Complying with a City Council directive, the board voted to take $280,000 from the school system’s fund balance instead.
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St. Albans teacher accused of excessive force resigns
The St. Albans Consolidated School kindergarten teacher was accused of hurting one boy as she broke up a fight, which is still under investigation.
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New Balance volunteers spruce up Skowhegan schools, play areas
Workers from the Skowhegan and Norridgewock shoe factories took the day off to give local play areas new life.
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Maranacook Education Foundation raises $12,000
The organization has given more than $25,000 in grants since it was founded in 2006.
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Waterville committee backs budget that cuts taxes, keeps deputy police chief
Mayor Nick Isgro says he will veto any budget that does not contain a tax cut.
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RSU 18 budget referendum passes in all five towns
Oakland, Belgrade, China, Sidney and Rome voters pass a $34.6 million spending package Tuesday, as well as a bond issue for renovations several district schools and keeping the referendum approval process for the next three years.
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Colby College fire extreme example of what Waterville police expect graduation weekend
A crowd described as aggressive and alcohol-fueled at a Sunday bonfire and a dumpster fire expected to spur arson charges highlight concerns about drinking on campus.
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Vandals damage eight school buses at the SAD 54 garage in Skowhegan
Windows and a glass door were smashed with rocks.