Algae appear to communicate when “stressed.” What are they saying?
September 2024
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Movie based on Maine author’s ‘Wild Robot’ hits theaters Friday
The DreamWorks animated film ‘The Wild Robot,’ based on the children’s novel by Midcoast author Peter Brown and starring Lupita Nyong’o, is opening nationwide.
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Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Senate plans a session to vote on Gov. Janet Mills’ appointees
Those facing confirmation votes include a new fire marshal and the commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Posted inBusiness
Halloween superfans see the culture catching up to them
Five years ago this Halloween, Home Depot introduced the 12-foot-tall skeleton.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Orono center to host talk about ocean industries Sept. 30
All talks in the Mitchell Center’s Sustainability Talks series, which feature speakers from diverse backgrounds, are free and are offered both remotely via Zoom and in person in 107 Norman Smith Hall at UMaine.
Posted inElection 2024, Franklin, News, The Franklin Journal
Two Jay residents seek election to one, two-year term
Jeffrey Gilbert, a Republican, and Gary McGrane, a Democrat are seeking the position.
Posted inSports
By creating space for herself, Caitlin Clark stands alone even after WNBA playoff exit
The Indiana Fever star brought new eyes to the women’s pro basketball, and they’re not all going to leave after her team’s exit from the playoffs.
Posted inConnections
Coalition grant to address Androscoggin County cancer rates
LEWISTON — Healthy Androscoggin, as part of Central Maine Community Health, recently received a $50,000 grant from the Maine Cancer Foundation to reduce cancer rates and increase HPV vaccinations over the next two years, which supports the goals of the Maine Cancer Plan 2021-25. The Human Papillomavirus, or HPV, is a common virus that can […]
Posted inLife & Culture
Who are you thankful for? Nominate them for our annual Thanksgiving feature
Do you know someone whose hard work and generosity makes life better for their fellow Mainers? We’re taking names.
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Officially eliminated, Red Sox face reality of another year out of playoffs
Boston’s 6-1 loss to Toronto on Wednesday guaranteed the team will not make the playoffs for the fourth time in five seasons.