AUGUSTA — United Ways of Maine’s 211 Maine program recently learn that Versant Power has committed $30,000 over three years to the program. The program is a free, confidential resource that helps Mainers find services and supports that help them stay healthy, safe and independent. 211 Maine has been a statewide service since 2006. People can […]
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UMaine at Augusta selected as partner for Envision Resilience Challenge
AUGUSTA — The Envision Resilience Challenge, a multi-university design studio and community engagement initiative developed by philanthropist Wendy Schmidt, have announced that its fourth year of programming will take place in Maine. University of Maine at Augusta has been selected as one of eight university partners to participate in this year’s challenge. Other participating universities […]
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Advocates at Augusta hearing urge federal officials to order removal of dams on the Kennebec River
A Federal Energy Regulatory Commission report recommends relicensing four dams between Waterville and Skowhegan, over the objections of residents who say the dams are killing fish and harming the environment.
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SNAPSHOT: Augusta Adult and Community Education welcomes state director
Tammy Ranger, director of Workforce Development & Innovative Pathways at the Maine Department of Education, made a visit May 13 to Augusta Adult and Community Education. The visit marked a significant moment of collaboration and support between the state education department and the local adult education program. During her visit, Ranger engaged with staff members, […]
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Former UMaine-Augusta president-elect has collected $350,000 and counting via settlement deal
Michael Laliberte, who withdrew in 2022 as president of the University of Maine at Augusta before ever working a day, has continued to receive $20,000 monthly in a settlement payment from the university system.
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Public hearings on Kennebec River dam relicensing set for this week in Waterville, Augusta
Some say relicensing the four dams would harm fish and wildlife along the river, while others argue losing the dams could cripple the central Maine economy.
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Maine Natural Areas Program launches Marsh Migration Model
AUGUSTA — The Maine Natural Areas Program within the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry has introduced an updated marsh migration model and a comprehensive report. This initiative aims to help communities and land managers identify critical areas necessary for the inland migration of tidal marshes anticipated under projected sea level rise scenarios. Maine’s approximately […]
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Augusta councilors decline to take action on resolution seeking cease-fire in Gaza, Israel
Some residents express fears that taking a stand in Middle East conflict could create divisions in the community.
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Augusta councilors narrowly approve budget with 3.7% tax increase
The $86.7 million budget passed by a 4-3 vote, with councilors in opposition objecting to rising taxes, failure to address problems downtown.
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State archives, library, museum introduce Maine Share History website
Educators will be able to easily view and download the primary source sets, access supporting curriculum materials, and watch pre-recorded teacher’s webinars about how to use the sets.