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Four Maine college presidents sign national letter decrying Trump education ‘overreach’
The presidents of Bowdoin, Bates, Colby and the University of New England joined more than 230 college leaders in rebuking the federal government’s ‘political interference’ in higher education.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
State, local police search for missing Lewiston man
Ryan-Eric Richardson, 35, of Lewiston was reported missing by family on April 17.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
National Park Service investigating after man found dead at Acadia National Park
A park official said there is no threat to the public and no one had been reported missing.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine
Chewonki Foundation owls cause a flap at Lewiston Public Library
A science educator from the Wiscasset-based nonprofit gave a presentation, which included a live owl, about different types of the predatory birds.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Gov. Mills signs law to prepare Maine for severe weather fueled by climate change
The bill includes a grant program to help residents safeguard their homes, provides a one-time dose of funding for the Maine Emergency Management Agency and establishes a new state office intended to reduce storm damage and protect infrastructure.
Posted inMaine, News, Religion & Values
Maine churches holding special gatherings in remembrance of Pope Francis
There are Masses and opportunities for prayer.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Two killed in Readfield crash
Two adults died after the SUV they were in went off the road and into a tree on Main Street.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Auburn closes Stetson Road due to failing culvert
Staff said motorists should also remember there are projects also underway on North River Road and Center Streets — meaning ‘delays should be expected.’
Posted inBethel, Business, The Bethel Citizen
West Bethel woman finds success in bottles and cans
Jenny Vien opened Miss Jenny’s B & C Redemption Center last August after working as a retail manager for several years.