Susan McMillan

Staff Writer

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Published
February 8, 2014

Panelists discuss bullying and abuse across generations in Hallowell

People can be perpetrators or victims at any age, panelists say.
Published
February 8, 2014

RSU 2 angles for $100,000 in alternative funding in Monmouth

An ice fishing derby was the first event organized to raise money to offset taxes.
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February 6, 2014

Whitefield officials seek moratorium on gravel pits

A plan by a Topsham-based company to excavate has prompted a call for Town Meeting voters to decide on a six-month halt to gravel pit expansion until the town’s development ordinance can be improved.
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February 6, 2014

Augusta, China women remember Beatles’ U.S. invasion

Fifty years ago Friday, the Fab Four landed in New York to forever change the musical landscape, leaving in their wake a lifetime of memories for fans everywhere.
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February 2, 2014

Schools in central Maine focus on Common Core

The new standards, adopted by 45 states and the District of Columbia, have been controversial in some circles, but local teachers say they are meant to better prepare students for college and work.
Published
January 31, 2014

Winthrop, Cony students compete at Capital Area Technical Center

Plumbing, heating, and cooking skills were all put to the test as part of the SkillsUSA competition.
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January 29, 2014

Public gets a cooking lesson at MaineGeneral Medical Center

More than 200 people attended the teaching kitchen open house at the newly opened Alfond Center for Health in Augusta.
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January 28, 2014

Administrators propose 0.5 percent increase in Augusta school budget

More details of the 2014-15 draft budget will be presented at workshops next week.
Published
January 26, 2014

Family Dollar store proposed for Richmond

The planning board will consider the discount store’s application on Tuesday.
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January 22, 2014

Maine’s community college adjuncts get first union contract

College trustees and the new union for part-time faculty ratify a deal with raises and rights.