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Police probe allegations that teacher at Freeport High ‘sexted’ with student

Police and school officials confirm the investigation but decline to provide details about the accusations or the teacher.

by Dirk Lesko Special to the Press Herald November 17, 2017November 17, 2017

But a skilled workforce remains the key to our future, just as it is for all businesses in Maine.

The request comes one week after voters passed a $64.3 million bond to renovate four schools that deteriorated because of years of deferred upkeep.

by KATE IRISH COLLINS The Forecaster November 14, 2017November 15, 2017

The private Portland school hopes to enroll 15 to 18 students in grades 7 and 8 for a start.

by Chad Strout Special to the Press Herald November 8, 2017November 8, 2017

Nearly 43 percent of children have been bullied online, according to a recent Harris Poll.

Baxter and Fiddlehead are renewed for 10 years, and Harpswell for five years, all by 5-0 commission votes.

by THE EDITORIAL BOARD November 7, 2017November 7, 2017

Native Americans in Maine shouldn’t have to keep spelling out why tribal nicknames and mascots are offensive.

by Belinda Ray Special to the Press Herald October 28, 2017October 27, 2017

Either wait for the state funding list before bonding any schools, or bond two now and await word prior to a decision on the other two.

by Pious Ali Special to the Press Herald October 26, 2017October 26, 2017

After 23 years of waiting for state funding, who knows when we’ll get another opportunity?

by CHARLES LAWTON October 24, 2017October 23, 2017

That resource offers the most workers, but to tap into it requires fundamental changes by employers and educators.