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Maine high school students to join national walkout for gun control

by Ray Routhier March 12, 2018March 12, 2018

Inspired by the activism of survivors of the mass shooting in Parkland, Florida, many of Maine’s organizers are top students who’ve been involved in other social issues.

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Trump vows ‘rigorous’ arms training for teachers

by Philip Rucker The Washington Post March 11, 2018March 11, 2018

The administration backs off gun law changes and focuses on mental health and school safety.

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Florida schools plan for permanent police presence

by Joey Flechas Tribune News Service March 11, 2018March 11, 2018

Having sworn officers at all schools is a requirement under a gun bill that Gov. Rick Scott signed into law Friday.

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U.S. schools brace for massive student walkouts Wednesday

by DENISE LAVOIE Associated Press March 11, 2018March 11, 2018

For education officials, figuring out how to allow the demonstrations is proving challenging.

Maine, Schools and Education

Maine school district now says students can protest gun violence – without walking out

by Emily Higginbotham March 9, 2018March 9, 2018

Superintendent Virginia Rebar posts a second letter, saying all students will have a chance to voice their opinion on the divisive topic.

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Foundation donates historic hunting lodge and acreage to Unity College

by Noel K. Gallagher March 9, 2018March 12, 2018

The gift of property in Somerset County from the Couri Foundation includes Sky Lodge, built in 1929, 150 acres of land and rental cabins.

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Scarborough school board chair says public doesn’t know whole story of principal’s resignation

by Kelley Bouchard March 8, 2018March 9, 2018

Facing a recall threat from a group that wants David Creech to keep his job, Donna Beeley says confidentiality is keeping the other side of the departure story from being told.

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Scarborough group starts petitions to remove school board members

by Kelley Bouchard March 6, 2018March 6, 2018

The ‘Road to Renewal’ Facebook group says its main objective is to force the resignation of the superintendent and the reinstatement of the high school principal.