Former U.S. Sen. George J. Mitchell, a Waterville native, is mentioned in the Epstein files.
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Cumberland-North Yarmouth ed techs picket for new union contract
Ed techs and school secretaries in MSAD 51 have been working without a contract since July 1.
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As Maine student enrollment declines, districts face consequences, and seek opportunities
The 2025-26 data shows a drop of more than 2,000 students statewide since last year. The decline has ripple effects for Maine’s school funding formula and construction backlog.
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Biddeford City Council pauses UNE developments for 180 days
The moratorium has halted a controversial pier project and the redevelopment of a convent slated for student housing.
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Maine high school teacher fired for comments about Charlie Kirk’s assassination
Derek Brewer, a social studies teacher at Mattanawcook Academy in Lincoln, was fired by the RSU 67 school board in a unanimous vote.
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Gorham superintendent is a finalist for national award
Heather Perry is one of 4 in the running for Superintendent of the Year.
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Westbrook School Committee appoints Ross to fill vacancy
Flynn Ross is a professor of teacher education at the University of Southern Maine.
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New construction training program aims to fill Maine’s worker shortage
The Maine Community College System and Associated General Contractors of Maine are establishing a pre-apprenticeship program to prepare adult Mainers for in-demand building trades.
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University of Maine asks departments for 7% cuts to cover $18M shortfall
Maine’s flagship public university in Orono is reducing budgets across campus to close the gap in the 2027 fiscal year.
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Gorham elementary school cleared to reopen after gas leak
The odor of gas forced the school to evacuate and close for two days.