Sound and touch devices will be available at public gatherings on April 8, when a total solar eclipse crosses North America, the moon blotting out the sun for a few minutes.
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Spruce Mountain schools to have half day April 8 for solar eclipse
Superintendent Scott Albert talked with a Jay official yesterday about being able to get students home safely given the amount of traffic expected on state Route 4.
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Aroostook County among the eclipse towns that have 2 big concerns: Traffic and port-a-potties
Johanna Johnston, event coordinator for Maine Eclipse and her colleagues in began preparations for the eclipse nearly 3 years ago. The path of totality includes a large swath of the county.
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Maine schools changing schedules for the eclipse
Many districts in or near the path of the total eclipse are sending students home early.
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Maine gets ready for first total eclipse in 6 decades
Odds of a cloudy day are high, but hopes remain high.
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‘Bigger than the Super Bowl’: Americans are spending big on eclipse tourism
The total solar eclipse, which will be visible from more than a dozen states, is fueling a small spending boom across the nation.
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Opening reception planned for exhibit of astro-photography on display in RFA gallery
The Rangeley Friends of the Arts plan to host an artist reception celebrating the works of regional photographers Ben Pearson and Nick Leadley from 5:30-7 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, at the Lakeside Contemporary Art Gallery, located in the lobby of the RFA Lakeside Theater, 2493 Main St., in Rangeley. The exhibit continues through Tuesday, […]
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Solar eclipse watch party planned, safety measures shared
Special glasses or other specifically rated eye protection should be used during the solar eclipse on April 8.
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Jay to host Great American Eclipse Party
JAY — The Great American Eclipse Party is set for 2:30-4:30 p.m. Monday, April 8, at French Falls Park on French Falls Lane. The Guided Eclipse Hike will begin at 2:30 p.m. Participants can walk the French Falls Trails as the Moon begins to shadow the Sun. The eclipse will reach peak at 3:31 p.m., […]
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After the eclipse, exodus of drivers could create a path of gridlock
The Federal Aviation Administration has warned that air traffic delays are likely on April 8, when the eclipse will sweep through North America from Mexico to Canada.