Lewiston Maine’s preeminent educational institution tells the world that MLK Day at Bates is an intense, community-wide opportunity to discuss, teach, and reflect on Martin Luther King’s legacy. It is a time to examine contemporary human issues through the lens of King’s work and ideas, broadly defined. It is a day of thought, reflection, and […]
2021
What is proper treatment for mild case of COVID-19?
DEAR DR. ROACH: With cases rising and all the information about COVID-19 out there, I have yet to read what should we be doing for people who have only a mild case. I know of three people in their late to mid-20s who all tested positive and only had sinus issues and one had a […]
4-H offers second session of club
REGION — University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H is offering a second session of the 4-H for All club for youth ages 5–13 who are new, or interested in becoming, 4-H members. Meetings will be held online from 6–7 p.m. starting Feb. 17, and continuing March 17 and April 21. The 4-H for All club […]
Mill stories: Mark Swiedom
“It’s almost a culture death for them,” Mark Swiedom said of displaced mill workers.
Maine community colleges train over 10,000 in COVID-19 readiness
The state’s community colleges and industry groups are offering simple online training on how people can stay safe and in business during the pandemic.
Spruce Mountain culinary program opens cafe
Takeout lunches are available Tuesday and Thursday, providing experience for students in the culinary workforce program.
Addressing child food insecurity with meal deliveries
RSU 9 launched its food delivery service this week for remote learners in district towns.
Spruce Mountain to follow relaxed winter sports guidelines
The Maine Principals Association has decided that the state’s color coding system for COVID-19 should apply to academics, not extracurricular activities.
Mainers hope for more pandemic relief as Congress prepares next funding bill
U.S. Rep. Chellie Pingree says she has heard from more than 200 constituents in just the last month asking for more help from Congress.