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The only constant in Maine’s economy is change. This has been true since the early days of fishing, fur trapping and subsistence farming by native people and European settlers. These practices were soon overshadowed by sawmills, gristmills, tanneries and textile mills. In 1735, the first paper mill in Maine was established, kicking off an industry […]

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Sandra Caron selected 2019 Distinguished Maine Professor

by Greg Fish March 1, 2019February 19, 2019

Sandra Caron is the recipient of the University of Maine Alumni Association’s 2019 Distinguished Maine Professor Award that recognizes the highest qualities of teaching, research and public service. The UMaine professor of family relations and human sexuality is a “triple threat,” says Timothy Reagan, dean of the College of Education and Human Development. In addition […]

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City to enforce downtown sidewalk snow removal ordinance

by Greg Fish February 28, 2019

OLD TOWN – Business owners who have come to rely on the city clearing their sidewalks of snow will have to fend for themselves starting next year. In 1983, a city ordinance was passed requiring business owners in the downtown area to clean up the sidewalks in front of their properties after a snowstorm. Over […]