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WinterKids Winter Games growing across Maine
Community Regional Charter School in Cornville is taking part in the 9th annual Winter Games, as outdoor facilities add programs to the WinterKids event calendar in Franklin, Oxford, Somerset and Kennebec counties.
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Amy Safford to bring Dead River Valley stories to Carrabassett Library
The event highlights local history, storytelling and community connection tied directly to western Maine’s landscape and past.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Local & State, News
Talk at West Paris Library to explore conversation amid conflict
A Jan. 31 workshop aims to help people converse through conflict to common ground.
Posted inBusiness, Food, News
AI is changing the game at Maine restaurants – whether they know it or not
The technology provides assistance for everything from data crunching to taking reservations and learning about new dishes.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Local & State, News, Schools & Education
Oxford Hills teens guiding teachers on equity, inclusion
A student-led group from the Paris high school spoke Monday at Bates College about how they help create workshops for teachers and their peers on matters of diversity, acknowledgement and creating a safe learning environment.
Posted inNews, Op-Eds, Opinion
New legislation would make Maine’s polluters pay | Opinion
Maine would follow the lead of Vermont and New York if a proposal to hold fossil fuel companies accountable passes.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Use of antipsychotic meds in nursing homes remains flat
Maine has the 12th highest rate of long-term nursing home residents on antipsychotics, which carry health risks.
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Sun Spotters send cards for a loved one | Sun Spots
DEAR SUN SPOTS: I want to thank everyone for being there for my brother, Daniel Davis. Sending all those cards carried him through. Because of you, he wasn’t alone with his thoughts and you all carried him through until the end. He loved you all and I send heartfelt thanks for reaching out to him. […]
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Building trails with stronger storms in mind
The state saw more than 100 applicants for the first round of the Maine Trails Program, and awarded funds to 44 projects that will help communities better prepare trails for storms, protect against erosion, increase accessibility and more.