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Booking Maine’s most sought-after campsites is a competitive sport
Reservations for this summer have opened at many popular campgrounds, and some are filling up fast.
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Posted inLeslie Bridgers, Maine, Outdoors, Things to Do
Tips for reserving a site at Maine’s favorite campgrounds
What you need to know to book a stay at the state’s most in-demand spots.
Posted inMaine, Politics, Schools & Education
Maine teacher shortage prompts multipronged approach
Efforts are underway to raise pay, bolster a UMaine training program and reduce barriers to certification.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, Religion & Values
Local nonprofit group seeks to increase spiritual healing
Organization looks to buy Hampshire Street building in Auburn to expand outreach programs and help restore relationships in families battling addiction.
Posted inMaine, Politics, Schools & Education
Cumberland-North Yarmouth parents, students hold rally supporting trans students
The district gained national attention after an on-camera clash between Gov. Mills and President Trump over a Greely student’s win at a girls track meet.
Posted inMaine, News
Cardboard Box Race draws friends, support to Mt. Abram mountain
Mt. Abram Ski & Ride in Greenwood held its annual Cardboard Box Race on the mountain Saturday to raise funds to support student ski passes and year-round outdoor recreation for local youth. All photos by Sun Journal photographer Andree Kehn.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Maple sugaring part of education at Maine Academy of Natural Sciences
The Hinckley school’s sugar shack was one of dozens across the state open during the 42nd Maine Maple Sunday Weekend.
Posted inMaine, News
The Week in Photos: March 15-21, 2025
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images from last week.
Posted inMaine, News, River Valley, Rumford Falls Times
Historic home razed in wind-swept fire in Rumford
Winds reportedly gusting to 40 mph carried embers that started a second fire at 33 Franklin St., the site of the Waldo Pettingill House, built in 1891. Pettingill was the first president of Oxford Paper Co.