The group, RSU5 Alliance for Thoughtful Technology, was spearheaded in recent weeks by Annie Ware with the help of several other parents. The goal, Ware said, is to address smartphone and social media use among kids prior to high school.
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Bath-area schools ban student cellphones
Regional School Unit 1 is banning the use of cellphones in schools for grades 6-12 before the start of the next school year.
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Bath softball tournament to raise funds for Augusta nonprofit that helps female veterans
A new summer softball tournament to raise funds for multiple homeless veteran organizations is happening this weekend at the softball fields in Bath.
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With Russian trial looming, Bowdoin College reflects on alumnus Evan Gershkovich’s detention
Bowdoin College alum calls for continued support in detained journalist Evan Gershkovich’s trial. The long-anticipated judicial proceedings come amid Cold War-era political tensions, according to one Bowdoin College professor.
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Plane recovered after crash-landing in Androscoggin River in Topsham
Pilot Anthony Pringle relied on his previous military training to make the emergency crash-landing on the Androscoggin River after engine failure during flight.
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Boothbay-based Bigelow scientists detect rare sign of climate resilience
New research finds promising patterns in the menagerie of microbes at the ocean’s surface.
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Bath Iron Works awarded $202 million contract for services for destroyers
The Bath shipyard will receive $202 million for the first year of planning yard services for Arleigh Burke-class destroyers.
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Challenges loom for two young Maine golfers who are competing as professionals
Caleb Manuel and Cole Anderson are confident they’re ready and tested for the next level.
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Girls’ lacrosse: Greely fends off Freeport to win third straight Class B title
Eva Williams leads the way with a goal and five assists for the Rangers in an 8-7 victory.
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Market Basket opens much anticipated store in Topsham
Maine’s third Market Basket location offers a few different options for locals.