The U.S. Department of Education cut more than $600,000 in promised funding for the program, which supports western Maine students who face barriers in going to college.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Medicare, Medicaid and food assistance face major changes for Maine residents
Maine DHHS says new federal law will raise costs, tighten rules and leave thousands at risk of losing health and food benefits.
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Posted inMaine, News, Schools and Education
Feds cut funding for Maine high school program, citing diversity concerns
The program, which helps low-income students in central and western Maine get into college, ‘conflicts’ with the federal government’s goals, the Trump administration said.
Posted inMaine, News
Dry year cuts into hay crops, leaving Maine farmers to adapt
Maine farmers and experts say the dry summer is part of a larger cycle that the agriculture industry must be ready for.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
UMF program awarded $1.76M grant to support first-generation, low-income students
The five-year federal award strengthens support for first-generation, low-income and disabled students at UMF.
Posted inMaine, Schools and Education
UMF program awarded $1.76M grant to support first-generation, low-income students
The five-year federal award strengthens support for first-generation, low-income and disabled students at UMF.
Posted inMaine, News
Man injured in Farmington propane gas explosion has died
Michael G. Warren, 68, died on July 31, according to the state fire marshal. The second victim, Jon Bubier, 62, of Farmington, is still recovering from serious burns and other injuries.
Posted inMaine, News
Farmington boy, stepfather to conquer last of Maine’s 4,000-foot mountains Friday
Griffin Chouinard and Terry Storer drove Thursday to Baxter State Park to hike the 4,151-foot North Brother Mountain.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, New England, News
Owner of 11 Maine nursing homes files for bankruptcy
Genesis Healthcare, headquartered in Pennsylvania, operates facilities in Farmington and Lewiston, among others.
