ORONO — An educational program led by Maine Sea Grant at the University of Maine bridges the gap between inland and coastal Maine, giving students from rural communities hands-on access to the state’s vital marine ecosystems. Launched in fall 2023, the “Bringing the Sea to Inland and Rural Youth” initiative has connected nearly 400 middle […]
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Oral health program poster contest accepting entries
Maine school students in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade are encouraged to enter.
Pownal’s Bradbury Mountain State Park offers Winter Fun Day Feb. 1
Ski and snowshoe gear loans will be free with special event park admission.
Fisheries, wildlife department seeks Maine guide award nominations
Nominations must be received by Feb. 17.
Sportman’s alliance to hold congress in Augusta Feb. 13
The event is designed to be informational and educational, while recognizing diverse opinions.
Hospice council to host statewide conference in Waterville
The conference will bring together palliative care experts to share current data analytics, messaging, education and other relevant information to providers and consumers in Maine.
University Credit Union accepting scholarship applications
This year $1,000 will be awarded to nine students.
Brunswick’s Teens to Trails to offer free outdoor adventures
Sara’s Scholarship is open to freshmen and sophomores at Maine high schools who are registered with Teens to Trails.
Slavery, abolition in 19th century Maine topic of Feb. 6 Zoom talk
Gardner, of Alna, will discuss her upcoming book, ‘The Divided North: Black and White Families in the Age of Slavery.’
Finding Our Voices group plans cold water dip for Feb. 9
Women across Maine are dipping to raise money for domestic abuse survivors on Sunday before Valentine’s Day.