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Literary arts education nonprofit holds statewide contest

February 12, 2025February 13, 2025

A Bangor student is the grand prize winner; local county winners reside in Turner, New Sharon, West Gardiner, Bethel and Pittsfield.

Times Record

Commander of warship named for state’s capitol makes rounds in Maine

by Paul Bagnall February 12, 2025February 13, 2025

The USS Augusta’s commander is on a two-day tour to strengthen the bonds of the ship’s namesake city.

Local & State, News, Politics

Federal judge considers whether to pause Maine’s 72-hour gun-purchase waiting period amid lawsuit

by Morgan Womack February 11, 2025February 12, 2025

Judge Lance Walker heard arguments in a lawsuit by gun rights advocates who are challenging the Maine statute enacted in April.

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

How would federal education changes impact Maine schools?

by Emily Duggan and Riley Board February 10, 2025February 11, 2025

President Trump is pledging to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, which provided $250 million to Maine schools this year for some of the most vulnerable students.

Local & State, News, Schools and Education

Maine colleges are meeting students where they are: Online

by Riley Board February 10, 2025February 10, 2025

Fully online graduate and undergraduate degrees, which schools say offer flexibility for busy adult students, are becoming more available across the state.

Animals, Life & Culture, Local & State

Tula from Fairfield is playing for Maine in this year’s Puppy Bowl

by Daniel Kool February 8, 2025February 7, 2025

The Siberian husky-Great Pyrenees mix will represent the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland in Sunday’s event to raise awareness about pet adoption.