While apprehension preceded the first day of the academic year, parents, students and educators found the jitters disappearing once everyone arrived at school.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Kennebec Journal, Local & State
Scooter-riding rappers seek to dispel Augusta negativity in music video
Ben Bowman, also known as Ben, the Maker, made the video in hopes it would help people get past both the negative stereotypes some may have of hip hop music and any negative views toward the city of Augusta.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Fairfield orchard looking at safe ways to host Maine Apple Sunday with same traditions
The Apple Farm is hoping to be able to provide hayrides this year and other festivities, but with safer protocols in place such as mask-wearing and social distancing.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
As start of school approaches, central Maine schools finalize transportation plans
While some districts are set, others are still determining how many students are opting for in-person learning and will require transportation.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local & State, Schools and Education
Augusta-based charter school marks five years of virtual-only learning
Maine Virtual Academy has a model that works for its students, and other public schools now utilizing remote learning can find answers in that model.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Oakland’s Kingdom Life Church moving forward — cautiously — with conference
The Tenacious Love conference has at least 70 people saying online they plan to attend the four-day event, although Senior Pastor Jamie Dickson says the church will adhere to the state’s 50-person limit.
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Thomas College welcomes freshmen with test, mask and socially distanced activities
The college welcomed about 200 students to the campus Saturday.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Hudson man, 25, dies in single-vehicle crash in Palmyra
Maine State Police say that Adam Webber was killed in a crash and six other occupants in the vehicle were also injured.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel
Skowhegan police seeking information on shots fired Friday night
Police chief David Bucknam was not able to provide many details as the investigation is still ongoiong.
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Should there be more health and safety requirements at schools?
Health experts offered thoughts on any additional steps that could be taken beyond the six mandatory protocols outlined by the state.