As nation prepares to mark 20 years since 9/11, vivid images remain for central Mainers of the fateful day

From teachers and students to first responders, local people shared their memories of the terrorist attacks two decades later.

Ellsworth woman sues school board claiming First Amendment violation

The dispute stems from when the city resident questioned the board about students masking and critical race theory.

Shortage of school bus drivers prompts districts to offer big incentives

Some are trying to lure new hires by offering bonuses as big as $3,000, as the pandemic makes a longstanding problem worse.

Teacher vaccination mandates enacted in some states, but not in the works in Maine

Superintendents and teachers union representatives in several Maine districts said they aren't discussing vaccination mandates and many believe the staff vaccination rate is high enough to make mandates unnecessary.

Q&A: Will my children be safe at school this fall?

Experts say the safety of in-person learning during the COVID-19 pandemic hinges on vaccinations, masking practices, distancing, testing and other factors.

Parents in southern Maine are excited, yet wary of COVID, as school year approaches

The delta variant and rising case numbers have raised fresh concerns for some parents, while others are eager for more in-school time and feel confident in schools' reopening plans.

Gould Academy shares pandemic strategy

Waterville’s Thomas College reverses stance on vaccination rules for fall, will now require inoculations

The Waterville college joins a growing number of higher education institutions in Maine that are requiring inoculation for students and staff who are on campus.

Maine schools weigh masks, vaccines and pooled testing for fall return

With the start of classes about a month away, superintendents are taking their time with decisions, knowing there could still be more changes with COVID-19 and the latest guidance.

Maine panel of experts weighs in on how schools can open safely amid COVID

A pediatrician, a family physician and an elementary school principal at a virtual forum discussed vaccines, mask policies and other factors that will play into opening schools safely this fall.