Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the YouTube superstar sung with preschoolers Friday as part of the announcement of universal childcare for 2-year-olds in New York City.
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Maine teacher prep programs call foul after getting an F for how they teach reading
The National Council on Teacher Quality gave poor ratings to three of Maine’s public universities at a time when reading test scores have been falling.
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Posted inMaine, Outdoors
What does the Trump administration’s review of wildlife refuges mean for Maine?
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has been asked to “look for refuges and hatcheries established for a purpose that no longer aligns with the mission” of the agency.
Posted inMaine, News
Graham Platner and wife announce trip to Norway for affordable IVF treatments
‘Not to get political, but it’s a real indication of how flawed our health care system is,’ said Platner.
Posted inNews, Sun Spots
Drop-In Center in Auburn needs donated items | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: At the Drop-In Center at 121 Mill St. in Auburn, we need cough drops; body wipes; men’s and women’s gloves; men’s and women’s long-sleeve winter tops, size small; all sizes of men’s and women’s thermal underwear; men’s pants, waist sizes 28, 30, 32, and 34; men’s and women’s boots, all sizes; and […]
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When Maine warming centers can’t keep up with demand: ‘We are tasked with life and death decisions’
Advocates say overnight facilities are essential in Maine, but services are limited and it is increasingly difficult to meet the need in communities, including those in York County.
Posted inCommunity, Guides, Maine, News, Outdoors, The Franklin Journal, The Maine Forecast, The Rangeley Highlander, Things to Do
Hiking with a dog this winter? Here’s what you need to know.
As winter continues and spring approaches, dog owners can enjoy Maine trails safely by planning ahead and following basic trail etiquette.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
UMA could lose its accredited architecture program with building move
University officials say moving the architecture program out of Handley Hall could cost the program its national accreditation, which nationally ranks the program.
Posted inMaine, News
Cold start to winter pushes Maine wood heat demand
December’s colder temperatures have pushed wood demand, while other fuels’ availability and prices remain stable.
Posted inMaine, Mark LaFlamme
Skorts, shovel fights and pond hockey | Column
We all respond differently to the agonies of winter, writes Mark LaFlamme.