Skowhegan parents push for action after complaints of racism lodged with school officials

The complaints are the latest to be made by minority families in central Maine and school district administrators say they're being taken seriously as part of an investigative process that can involve outside agencies.

MSAD 54 residents approve plan for $75 million elementary school in Skowhegan

The consolidated school will combine three existing schools and part of another elementary school in the district, and the state will cover nearly 95% of the cost.

Skowhegan Area High School, Bloomfield Academy graduates hailed for resiliency

The 116 members of the class of 2022 receive diplomas Sunday afternoon at school's football field.

Proposed MSAD 54 budget rises 2.6% as salary, fuel, insurance costs increase

Voters are to decide June 14 on the proposed $38.9 million spending plan for Maine School Administrative District 54, based in Skowhegan.

Cornville couple injured in Madison hit-and-run remain hospitalized

Daniel and Sharon Kinney, both 67, were seriously injured Friday when the motorcycle they were riding was struck by a Jeep Grand Cherokee that fled the scene before its intoxicated driver was apprehended, sheriff's department officials have said.

Cornville couple seriously injured in hit-and-run crash in Madison

Police say a Bowdoin man who struck a motorcycle and injured its riders before speeding away from the scene was later captured and held by Madison residents until police could arrive.

School officials review early design plans for new Skowhegan elementary school

The school will be built on the property where the Margaret Chase Smith School now sits, replacing North Elementary School and consolidating some grades in the district.

NY university recognizes local dean’s list students

School board decides to keep mask requirement in place for Skowhegan-area schools

The meeting Thursday of the Maine School Administrative District 54 board of directors included several police officers who were on hand in case the board's interaction with some in attendance turned contentious.

Lake George Regional Park receives $15,000 grant for work at playground

Awarded by the Conservation for All 2021 Fund of the Maine Community Foundation, grant to be used to repair and improve water drainage.