Police launch investigation after Cony student posts photo of gun, ‘concerning words’ on social media

Additional police officers are stationed at Cony Middle and High School following the post made by a student who is not currently in the United States.

Lewiston School Committee reduces tax impact, makes no further cuts

The revised budget would have a tax rate increase of $1.34, or an increase of $268 on a property valued at $200,000.

Volunteers sought for Futures Task Force in Poland-based school district

Faculty departures at UMaine Machias have professors on edge

Some worry that faculty lost because of a retirement incentive program will be replaced by lecturers and not fully credentialed professors.

Lawmakers propose new standards for recalling local school board members

Two bills would open the door to recall elections for any reason, while a third would require misconduct such as misuse of public funds.

Community college adjunct professors call for higher pay

Legislators consider bills to stem Maine’s shortage of educators

The Legislature's Education and Cultural Affairs Committee heard testimony on 8 bills Thursday.

Richmond School Committee adds positions back into proposed budget after residents oppose cuts

The positions officials planned to cut included two that are now filled, and several that are vacant but that residents said are needed.

Budget vote for Spruce Mountain school district is Tuesday

Voters in Jay, Livermore and Livermore Falls will go to the polls in those towns.

Auburn raises proposed school budget with extra state funds

The funding will come directly from the state and will not lead to a further increase in proposed tax impact.