Maine author Monica Wood says libraries are essential, ‘under siege’

Wood, who grew up in the town of Mexico and lives in Portland, spoke Thursday at the Great Falls Forum in Lewiston.

Maine State Library lays off 13 workers, will restructure after losing federal funds

The library last received funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services on March 24 and has not gotten any updates on when — or whether — payments may resume.

Former University of Maine at Farmington professor joins Margaret Chase Smith Library in Skowhegan as new director

Chris O’Brien, a Cold War historian who was previously a professor of history at UMF, took over as the library’s director in September.

Maine to restart interlibrary loan program Sept. 3

The van service that delivers books and other materials to libraries across the state was suspended for several months while a new contract award was appealed.

Maine interlibrary loan system on hold for weeks because of contract dispute

Library directors throughout the state say temporarily losing the book sharing will be a challenge going into their busiest time of year.

Directors back new procedure for screening library materials in Dixfield-based schools

If librarians read inconsistent reviews of materials, the materials would be sent to the superintendent for consideration.

Clearing the library roof

Bethel’s librarian retiring after 27 years assisting readers, researchers

Michelle Conroy's career started when she was 20 years old.

What are kids reading this summer?

Bailey Public Library’s virtual programs help keep Winthrop-area residents connected during pandemic

Programs at the library, especially the movie club, have participants looking forward to spirited online discussions with others.