Numerous factors have aggravated the long-term problem, making life harder for officials and other education staff.
August 2016
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HVAC school offers a lifeline to workers in dying Maine industries
The crash course in Brunswick avoids years of college and can lead to certification in the fast-growing field, which offers relatively high wages.
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That Moment: In face of fatal illness, resilience and a ‘celebration of brains’
After developing a tumor, Sam Koenigsberg, 33, is inspired to throw a birthday party bathed in purple.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine making up for lost ground in personal income growth
After lagging the nation, the state reported a spurt of income growth well above the national average at the start of this year.
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Maine Voices: Strimling’s housing proposals seem more political than practical
Portland’s mayor is misguided on credit checks and rent control, a longtime landlord argues.
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Events
OCEAN PARK ‘Nine to Ninety’ film to be shown The award-winning documentary “Nine to Ninety” will be shown at 1 p.m. Tuesday at The Pines Community Building at 10 Manor St., off Temple Avenue. Following the film, local professionals will participate in a panel discussion to offer insight into end-of-life planning. The event is free, […]
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Community Meals
Wednesday Meatloaf with gravy, macaroni and cheese, string beans, rolls, dessert, 5 to 6:30 p.m. VFW Post No. 832, 50 Peary Terrace, South Portland. $7. 767-2575. Free community meal every Wednesday. Co-sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church, Wayside Food Programs and the Westbrook Community Center. Free parking, handicap accessible. All are welcome for a free nutritious […]
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Births
Southern Maine Health Care Chloe Rae DeFelice, born Aug. 12 to Megan and Savannah (Leonard) DeFelice of Wells. Grandparents are Rodney and Shannon Phillips of Hope, Ark., and Ralph and Maureen DeFelice of Wells. Lochlann Shea Wilson Gallagher, born Aug. 12 to Liam and Rachel (Wilson) Gallagher of Saco. Grandparents are Michael and JoAnne Wilson […]
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Reunions
Cathedral High School Class of 1954, noon Sept. 10, Bruno’s, 33 Allen Ave., Portland. Reservations required by Sept. 6. Contacts: Marilyn Levesque, 774-3080, or Marie McCann, 829-5105. Deering High School Class of 1947, 11:30 a.m. social hour, 12:30 p.m. lunch, Sept. 7, DiMillo’s on the Water, 26 Long Wharf, Commerical Street, Portland. Contacts: Dorrine McMahon […]
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Briefs
CASTINE Robert Somerville elected to chair MMA trustees board The Maine Maritime Academy board of trustees elected and installed a new slate of officers for the coming year at their annual meeting. Those nominated to serve a one-year term include Robert Somerville as chair; Earle Cianchette as vice chair; Dugan Shipway as treasurer; and Rhonda […]