The TRIO Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Education, provides support and services to first-generation college students and those who meet federal income-eligibility guidelines or have a documented disability.
2020
Brunswick restaurant evacuated Friday due to downed power line
Police say no one was hurt before Central Maine Power Co., cut power to a live power line that landed on part of Joshua’s Restaurant and Tavern on Maine Street.
Bowdoin College reports first coronavirus case just days before start of classes
The out-of-state student received the positive result on the way to campus and was placed in isolation immediately upon arrival, according to college officials. The student did not interact with any Bowdoin College or Brunswick community members before starting quarantine.
Maine CDC reports 23 new cases of coronavirus, no deaths
The agency has identified two additional outbreaks resulting from a crowded wedding reception in Millinocket, and is now investigating a possible third – at a church in Sanford.
Oxford 250 live blog: Johnny Clark wins the 47th Oxford 250
Jeff Taylor’s hard charge came up short. Joey Doiron, Dave Farrington Jr. and Mike Hopkins round out the top five.
Infections rise to more than 1,000 on University of Alabama campus
Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox says the spike could threaten the city’s health-care system and the local economy.
Trump supporters, protesters clash in Oregon; 1 killed
A caravan of about 600 vehicles was confronted by counterdemonstrators in Portland’s downtown.
Leonard Pitts: NBA calls timeout, because enough is enough
Glenn “Doc” Rivers is reportedly paid $10 million a year to coach The Los Angeles Clippers. It is not enough. That’s not a statement of his market value, but an answer to those who think he had no business saying what he said last week. Rivers, who is African American, gave an impassioned postgame speech […]
Which grocery store is right for you?
Should you try the new Market Basket in Westbrook, or stick with the tried-and-true? Take our tongue-in-cheek quiz to find out.
Couples getting married face changing plans, ‘wedding shaming’ in wake of outbreak
The Millinocket reception that led to more than 120 COVID-19 cases and counting has had a logistical and emotional toll on Maine couples with upcoming weddings.