Chris O’Brien, a Cold War historian who was previously a professor of history at UMF, took over as the library’s director in September.
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Maine to restart interlibrary loan program Sept. 3
The van service that delivers books and other materials to libraries across the state was suspended for several months while a new contract award was appealed.
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Maine interlibrary loan system on hold for weeks because of contract dispute
Library directors throughout the state say temporarily losing the book sharing will be a challenge going into their busiest time of year.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Federal funding reminds us of Maine public libraries’ potential
A shot in the arm for libraries across the state rightly focuses on the expanded role that they’re playing in our communities.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
Three central Maine libraries receive over $80,000 to make spaces more usable for remote workers
Libraries in Gardiner, Vassalboro and Readfield are among those to benefit from a $1.7 million statewide investment.
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Christine’s Library of Kitchen Things is now open
Like to borrow a blow torch or a blender? Sharing tools is part of sustainable living.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: We have a rare opportunity to improve local libraries
A Senate appropriations bill includes $20 million in federal funding for library buildings nationally.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: An attack on a Maine school librarian is an attack on democracy
The professional school library community will continue to uphold the principle of intellectual freedom. But we need your help.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Our View: Post-fire library aid shows there’s just one Maine
A small school’s loss leads to a quick response from ‘neighbors’ all across the state.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State
As its annual sale approaches, Dresden’s library hopes to become a community-oriented place
The Bridge Academy Public Library is restocked with books and reinvigorated with volunteers and patrons, as it hopes to grow out of the coronavirus pandemic.