The Gardiner-area school board is one of many across the state being confronted with organized, sometimes disruptive, efforts to remake education.
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Mainers look to hunting for stable, affordable food source
Meat prices have hit global record highs, and some Mainers are hoping that hunting can fill the gap.
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How Hallowell’s clerk got Warren Zevon into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Lisa Gilliam has been a fan for decades, and her social media efforts helped propel the late singer and songwriter into musical immortality.
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Canadian tourists, trucks still roll through Jackman amid slump in Maine border crossings
Locals say they have not felt a major drop in traffic in the town, despite data showing a significant decrease in Canadian travelers crossing into Maine this year.
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New Northern Light Health president takes the helm
Guy Hudson begins his tenure with plans to invest in staff and support rural health care access.
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At Unity farm, goats star on Open Creamery Day
Honey Wilde Farm was one of several creameries that opened its doors Sunday for the Maine Cheese Guild’s annual Open Creamery Day.
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Swine and Stein Brewfest in Gardiner draws hundreds of craft beverage lovers
The brewfest, organized by Gardiner Main Street, returned for its 16th year, with more to offer than just beer.
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Protesters undress to oppose gender policy at Augusta schools
Three people partially disrobed as advocate Nicholas Blanchard challenged the school board’s recognition of transgender students under the federal policy.
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Maine weather forecast: Rain won’t help much with ongoing drought
Even with half an inch of rain forecasted for much of the state Tuesday night into Wednesday, most areas are expected to continue running a precipitation deficit of several inches over the last 3 months.
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Maine crafters to showcase their skills Saturday, Sunday
Potters, glassmakers, other artisans open their studios for the annual Maine Craft Weekend.