The Camden Hills Girls Soccer Windjammers are back, and with a bang! The Windjammers, coached by Meredith Messer, Josh Mahar, Jacqueline Wood, and Wade Ward, finished their last…
Education
home-opener varsity win of 14-0, JV win of 10-0
New temporary program location
Wiggle and Rhyme is an early literacy program for children from birth to age two which offers a chance to enjoy songs, rhymes, scarves…
Preliminary counts for enrollment across Maine’s seven public universities and law school show that student enrollment could exceed 28,000 this school year…
Four Maine educators have been named state finalists for 2027 Maine Teacher of the Year. Abby McCoy, a Chemistry and Forensic Science Teacher at Lewiston High School; Adrianne Shetenhelm, an…
'advancing future of maritime manufacturing'
HAMPDEN — The University of Maine launched a 30-foot, high-performance, 3D-printed boat on Friday, Aug. 28, that researchers said could help manufacturers build vessels…
Farm Hands, a free program for ages 10 to 18
ROCKPORT — This November, Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT) invites youth to get up close and personal with the Belted Galloway calves at Aldermere Farm, a historic saltwater farm…
The University of Maine System, which oversees the state’s public universities, will now accept credentials that high schoolers earn through the long-time…
Applications close Sept. 30
ORONO — The Maine College of Engineering and Computing at the University of Maine will host the state’s first Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp this fall in Orono.…
applicants must attend a virtual info session Sept. 3 or Sept. 17
DAMARISCOTTA — MaineHealth is offering a certified nursing assistant (CNA) apprenticeship training program, providing a paid pathway for individuals interested in beginning a health care career,…
Maine Connections Academy (MCA), the state’s first tuition-free, online public charter school, honored its Class of 2026 with an in-person graduation ceremony Friday, June 5,…
repurposing wood sawmill waste
A proposed neighborhood of nine 3D-printed homes for homeless individuals in the Greater Bangor area is gaining traction due to the University of Maine's reciept of Congressional funds for the…
UNESCO International Literacy Day is September 8
CAMDEN — In recognition of Heavenly Threads’ mission to serve the community, in light of “back to school” season, and in promotion of this year’s UNESCO International Literacy Day on September 8,…
As colleges and universities across Maine confront increasing federal inquiries and regulatory pressure, as well as a number of lawsuits, some have seen…
Camden Rockport Elementary, Ash Point, South, Thomaston Grammar
Enrollment is underway for Penobscot Bay YMCA after school programs at Camden Rockport Elementary School, Ash Point Community School in Owls Head, South School in Rockland, and…
York Beach to Boothbay Harbor; aiming to fill an important data gap
BOOTHBAY HARBOR — The Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is teaming up with researchers from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth (UMass) and the University of Maine (…
collaboration involving UMaine-based 'Local Catch Network'
ORONO — American fishermen, aquaculture producers, processors and seafood businesses now have a path for improved access to federal funding, technical assistance and new…
This fall, Belfast Senior College offers nineteen classes for the curious life-long learner, encompassing a wide variety of topics—from hands-on art, to local and world history, from literature…
opinion
As summer draws to a close, families across Maine are wrapping up their seasonal activities and vacations while preparing for the start of a new school year. As students return to the classroom,…
More than 600 students will get the no-cost training
Maine’s community colleges received a $5 million federal grant on August 5 to provide specialized short-term training that prepares students for work at Maine…
'our connection to the next generation of engineers, scientists and skilled professionals'
ORONO, Maine — A new partnership with Portsmouth Naval Shipyard will expand hands-on workforce training and defense-related research opportunities for University of Maine…
delivering ‘'seed sculptures' to the water where the river meets the sea
CUSHING — Join Georges River Land Trust (GRLT) for the final SEED event with artist Lihua Lei Farley on Saturday, Aug. 22, from 2 - 4 p.m.
At this immersive…
school supplies, BMX stunt show, hot dogs, haircuts, family activities, community resources
BELFAST — The Waldo County YMCA and Waldo Community Action Partners (WCAP) are partnering to launch a new back to school tradition, School-a-Palooza, on Sunday, Aug. 16, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at…
'Tractor Safety: Foundations' is available at no cost for a limited time
University of Maine Cooperative Extension has launched …
For the last 25 years, CHRHS has been alive with music, theater, dance
ROCKPORT — Whether it was ever in the back of the community's mind in 1999 or not, the Strom Auditorium at Camden Hills Regional High School in Rockport has been, by…
ROCKPORT — Children's House Montessori School (CHMS) has signed an Option Agreement to purchase 3 Cross Street in Rockport, "marking an exciting new chapter for the school and…
Enrollment open for toddler and 3-year-old classrooms, daily child care available
The Penobscot Bay YMCA, in partnership with RSU 13, is relocating its Rockland Harbor child care program to a new home within the South School building in Rockland.…
dedication, leadership, and commitment
Eight exceptional educators from across the state are semifinalists for 2027 Maine Teacher of the Year. On Thursday, July 23, 2026, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) and Educate…
Camden Hills Regional High School senior Madison Hannan was recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship from ConvenientMD as part of the organization's annual…
A panel of instructors from Belfast Senior College will be in Camden on Monday, Aug. 3, from 1 to 2:30 p.m., to share highlights of the wide range of classes they offer. This event…
Enjoy a parade of fossils passed around the audience and a lively informative talk by Maine’s own Chris Mattson, geologist, Monday, Aug. 3, from…
ROCKLAND — Trekkers welcomes Neshamah Stearns as the organization's newest Program Manager. Stearns joined the staff in June and quickly stepped into her new role, traveling with 10th Grade Team…
The Maine Department of Labor has launched two new career planning tools within the …
goal to raise $50,000 by the end of August, and if successful, unlock a matching gift
On Friday, August 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., AIO Food and Energy Assistance will host its second Fill The Strand with Snacks, Diapers & Back to School Supplies and…
Open house July 18 at the airport
Tucked away on a side road off a side road is one of Belfast's most understated resource and finest spots in the community, its Municipal Airport. Small planes come and go on the…
Friday, July 31 ticket deadline
The Camden High School Alumni Association's 120th Alumni Banquet will be held Friday, August 14. The Banquet is open to anyone who attended CHS and will be held at the…
Reception at the future home of St. George Early Childhood & Family Center
ST. GEORGE —Members of the St. George Grange came up with the whimsical idea to have 17 local artists paint some of their vintage wooden…
The MaineHealth Glickman Lauder Center of Excellence in Autism and Developmental Disorders (GLCOE) have implemented "Bright Smiles and Healthy Futures", an…
a day of cultural exploration and connection
The Riley School and Penobscot Bay Language School will hold an inaugural Multicultural Festival, a vibrant community celebration of cultures from around the world. The free…
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host its annual Sustainable Agriculture Research Tour on Wednesday, August 5, from 2- 5:45 p.m., at Rogers Forage and Crops…
experience the day-to-day of field guides, environmental educators, search-and-rescue personnel
LINCOLNVILLE — Applications are open for the University of Maine Early College Outdoor Leadership Program, a multi-week intensive running from July 19 to July 31, 2026. Hosted…
'where the very first naval battle of the Revolutionary War happened'
Spend the day in historic Machias with Five Town CSD Adult Ed, August 11. According to Five Town, in a news release, Machias is where the very first naval battle of the Revolutionary War…
Natalie Barrows is the 2026 winner of the Diane and Dana Whitten Scholarship.
This year marks the 20th annual award, given in honor of the Whittens' decades of…
Friends of Thai Daughters
Enter to win a dream trip anywhere in the world — 100% of proceeds wupport At-Risk Girls in Thailand.
Trevett-based anti-trafficking nonprofit Friends of Thai Daughters (FTD…
The Rockport High School Alumni Association will be celebrating its 132nd anniversary with a meeting and banquet at the Rockland Elks Lodge (220 Rankin Street) Saturday, July 18,…
"It is with great pleasure that I announce the winners of the Dale Hueppchen Scholarships," said Hueppchen, in a news release.
This new scholarship program is established…
service project: installation of a 25-foot American flag pole at a Rockland cemetery
Joined by family, friends, and fellow Scouts, Dominic Todd of Troop 200 received the rank of Eagle Scout during a Court of Honor ceremony held May 24 at the Camden Snow Bowl ski lodge. Eagle Scout…
Medomak Middle School announces its Honor Roll for the fourth quarter of the 2025-26 academic year.
High Honors
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for students exploring careers in engineering and computing
ORONO — Through experiments and game-based learning, high school students can learn how to build microchips for powering smartphones, computers and…
Herring Gut Coastal Science Center (HGCSC) invites community members, supporters, neighbors, and visitors to join anIce Cream Social and Ribbon Cutting Celebration on …
Gould Academy students have claimed all three top honors in this year's Camden Conference Bill Taylor Essay Contest, with first prize in the alternate category going to a student…
