The two-term Democratic governor now running for U.S. Senate has visited campuses recently in an effort to get one of her signature policies funded.
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UMaine alum, TV star Timothy Simons will give 2026 commencement speech
The Readfield native best known for his roles in ‘Nobody Wants This’ and ‘Veep’ graduated from the Orono university in 2001.
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Mexico trades school gets go-ahead to use new buildings
The welding and culinary arts buildings have sat idle for 15 months while the state and district worked out the fire hydrant parameters.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, Spelling Bee
Washington County student wins Maine State Spelling Bee
Winner Tristan Singh, an eighth grader from Machias, will now compete against the best in the nation in May at the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Lewiston’s school budget is up. Here’s what’s driving it.
As the district considers eliminating 30 positions, here’s a closer look at the main factors responsible for the budget increases.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Farmington-area schools agree to accept Strong, Kingfield students if needed
Superintendent Christian Elkington told the RSU 9 board that if MSAD 58 breaks up, the district is prepared to take in high school students through a tuition agreement.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Franklin County economic initiatives going strong, officials say
Representatives from Greater Franklin Economic & Community Development and SeniorsPlus provided updates on broadband expansion, digital literacy programs, and services supporting older adults.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal
Foster Tech programs expand apprenticeships, career pathways
Foster Career and Technical Education Center and Mt. Blue High School reported student achievements in apprenticeships, career training and workforce readiness programs.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Facing $18M deficit, UMaine plans to increase tuition, cut costs, eliminate staff
The state’s flagship university announced it intends to raise tuition by 4% and cut more than $10 million from its budget but declined to provide details about what programs and positions are being axed.
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Kingfield to hold public meeting to answer questions on school withdrawal plan
The committee said it plans to answer questions from residents March 24 about the ongoing MSAD 58 withdrawal discussions.