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Lawmakers are considering two bills that attempt to increase access to dental care in Maine by studying ways to establish specialist residency programs in the state and…

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"A woodcock's sky dance is one of the most exciting signs of spring in Maine," said Georges River Land Trust, in a news release. "Just after dusk, these incredible, chunky birds perform a mating…

an outsider in a new school seeks comfort in her favorite books. Then the lines between fantasy and reality begin to blur
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Get ready for a fairy tale with a twist of an ending, when Lincolnville Central School’s students present their production of Between the Lines JR., March 19, 20, and 21, at 6:30 p.m. each night…

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BELFAST — MaineHealth Waldo Hospital is now offering parathyroid surgery, expanding access to advanced endocrine surgical care for patients in Midcoast Maine.

“Previously, patients had to…

application period March 1 to April 15, 2026
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Maine Seacoast Mission is now accepting applications to its Scholarships program for the 2026-2027 academic year. Open to current high school seniors and adult…

'Maine was graced in 2022 and 2023 with an incredible avian visitor'
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Maine Audubon’s Nick Lund will lead an online presentation via Microsoft Teams called, The Incredible Saga of the Steller’s Sea Eagle in Maine,…

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Rockland's Emergency Warming Center will be open at the Rec. Center (Flanagan Community Center) for two nights beginning Sunday, March 1.

  • Sunday…
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Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Maine Health’s Community Health program for a Happy Wanderers Hike, Thursday, March 5,

'Spring Horticulture Talks' in partnership with Merryspring Nature Center
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"Spring has nearly sprung, which means it’s time to kick off the Rockport Public Library’s Spring Horticulture Talks, in partnership with Merryspring Nature Center," said the…

Frost and Flannel Ice Ball, Friday night; Frost Yourself Dance Party, Saturday night
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The Belfast Ice Festival returns to downtown Belfast this weekend, February 27 – March 1, 2026.

Throughout the day on Friday, February 27, you will find more than 25 ice sculptures popping…

beneficial insects, natural allies and the native plants that support these important creatures
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Hillary Peterson will lead an online presentation via Teams called, 

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Oceanside High School announces its Quarter 2 Honor Roll for the 2025-26 academic year.

"Congratulations to the following students on achieving Quarter 2 Honor Roll," said OHS. "This…

Community Action Grant-funded project; survey option available for those unable to attend
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The Safe Routes to South School Community Workshop has been postponed. Initially scheduled for Thursday, February 26, the workshop has been rescheduled to March 26.…

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CAMDEN — Herring Gut Coastal Science Center invites teachers to an engaging professional development workshop focused on wetlands. Dive into the importance of…

February 26-28, 2026
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Searsport District High School Theater takes on 'The Waterspout,' Feb. 26, in Searsport, as part of the

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University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H announces the opening of its spring Ag Ambassador program in March and April. The program, open to all Maine teens…

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ROCKPORT and BELFAST — In response to today’s winter weather and blizzard conditions, MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals have announced the following adjusted hours for Monday, Feb. 23:

allowing each student to purchase a book of their choice
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ROCKPORT — Cushing Community School’s Friends & Family group is holding a fundraiser on March 31, from 4 to 7 p.m., at Flatbread Pizza in Rockport. The mission of…

to be used for educational programs at camps or other institutions
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Mid-Coast Audubon announces the availability of scholarships for individuals interested in learning about and experiencing the natural world. Scholarships are…

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STEAM Team Youth Community Science Explorers Group is a monthly program focused on exploration of climate change. For youth ages 7-12, March’s meeting will cover Maine…

join livestreams of the talks at libraries in Bath, Damariscotta, Camden, Belfast, Ellsworth
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Authors of the Novel of the Year and Non-Fiction Book of the Year in 2025's Irish Book Awards are among the March guests of Finding Our Voices, talking online about the…

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Join Georges River Land Trust (GRLT) and Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT) for an animal tracking walk at Weskeag Headlands Preserve in South Thomaston on Saturday, March 14, at 9:30 a.m.

Albertson is part of the group 'Plant Powered MAINE'
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The next program in the Rockport Public Library’s “Let’s Feel Better in 2026” series will be held Wednesday, March 4, at 1 p.m. Nancy Albertson, certified Plant-Based Coach with Food Revolution…

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Mid-Coast Audubon will be accepting bird seed orders through Saturday, March 14 to raise funds to support bird conservation and education programming.   …

'get cold to bring warmth to domestic abuse survivors'
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Harpswell residents plunged into the ocean on an unseasonably frigid February day wearing yellow-daisy sunglasses and hats festooned with yellow rubber duckies.

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ROCKPORT — MaineHealth Cardiology Rockport is expanding access to specialized cardiovascular care with the launch of an in-person Advanced Heart Failure Program on the MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital…

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As Maine is grappling with its first case of measles since 2019, lawmakers last week considered two bills that would increase access to vaccines by expanding the…

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If you, your parents, grandparents or ancestors attended school in St. George, at any time since 1936, they likely had classes at the
Grace…

teammate Brittany began CPR while other 'Camden Comets' and 'Hell Freezes Over' ran for help
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CAMDEN — Six first responders were in the ambulance with the patient and her husband, using shears to remove heavy clothing, performing chest compressions, ventilating her lungs with a bag valve…

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CHULA VISTA, California — Youth educational non-profit Sailing Ships Maine, based in Portland, has won two major national awards, according to Tall Ships America and the American Sail Training…

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Belfast Area High School announces Honor Roll for the second quarter of the 2025-26 academic year.

Grade 9

HIGH HONORS: Soyoon Ahn, Elizabeth Bahner, Zackery Bailey…

a unique behind-the-scenes look at how agriculture policy is shaped in Maine
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Maine students with an interest in agriculture, leadership, and public policy are encouraged to apply for 

students entering their first or second year of post-secondary education
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WALDO — A $1,500 scholarship for Waldo County residents entering their first or second year of post-secondary education is available through the…

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ROCKPORT — MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital welcomes Mark Wallace, DO, to its Ear, Nose and Throat Care Rockport practice.

Dr. Wallace comes to Pen Bay Hospital from Commonwealth Healthcare…

designed to spark curiosity about coastal science while providing a welcoming space for families and community members
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PORT CLYDE — Herring Gut Coastal Science Center invites the community to beat the winter chill at its Winter Open House on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, from 10 a.m.…

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On the morning of February 4, the 8th grade class at St. George School was joined by local author Shannon Parker thanks to the efforts of English teacher Christine Miller. Prior to Parker’s visit…

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Rockland's Emergency Warming Center will be open at the Rec Center (Flanagan Community Center) for three nights, beginning Feb. 12.

  • Thursday, Feb 12, from 7 p.m…
Two-day writer residencies to focus on science and local heritage with students
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UNION — Students at Union Elementary School have a big week ahead of them this coming March. The school has announced it will host two award-winning…

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Owls Head Transportation Museum offers a range of weekly educational programs at its Science & Industry Center (S&IC), reinforcing the museum’s role as a community resource for hands-on…

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February Repair Cafe. Saturday, February 21, from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., at the Waldo YMCA in Belfast.

Free Event.

Don’t live in the dark- We can fix your…

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Central Maine Power (CMP) transformed its Augusta headquarters into a real-life Super Nintendo game as employees and Make-A-Wish Maine surprised seven-year-old…

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Camden Garden Club welcomes Emma Kelly, who will be speaking about Using Hardscape in Garden Design. …

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The Knox Clinic is hosting a free educational event, Keep Your Hands and Arms Healthy, on Friday, Feb. 13, from 10 - 11 a.m., at the Knox Clinic, 22 White Street in Rockland. Space is limited, and…

First case of measles in Maine since 2019
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AUGUSTA— The Maine…

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The Rockland Public Library will hold a puzzle swap on Tuesday, Feb. 24, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., in the Community Room.

If you'd like to…

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Polar Plunge 2026, Camden Harbor (Photo by Lynda Clancy)

CAMDEN HARBOR — Approximately 30 brave souls ventured into the head of Camden Harbor Jan. 31 as part of the 8th Annual Polar Plunge, a fundraiser for…

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"Falls are one of the top three causes of nonfatal injuries in adults aged 65 and older," said a Rockland Public Library news release.

Vikki Webster will present…

'Loved It' outscores all; ready to hit public school cafeterias
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ROCKPORT — The "Loved Its" took the…

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NORTH HAVEN – North Haven Community School has opened admissions for the 2026-27 Offshore Program cohort. Students entering grades 9-12 are invited to apply to join students at Maine’s…

'Reading to a child for 15 minutes per day for five years results in 27,375 minutes of language exposure, which can lead to high literacy development.'
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The 2026 Read to ME Challenge, a month-long public awareness campaign designed to support literacy development among Maine children, is officially underway. Maine…