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Literacy Learning Opportunity: Science of Reading Overview and Demystifying Dyslexia Modules Open to Maine School Teams
Maine Department of Education
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August 27, 2025
In the summer of 2024, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) offered educators free access to professional literacy learning through Steps to Literacy modules from the Access and Inclusion Model (AIM) Institute for Learning & Research. Nearly...
Celebrating Excellence in Education: Honoring Maine’s Outstanding Teachers
Maine Department of Education
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August 26, 2025
(Pictured: Commissioner Makin poses with all of the awardees during the ceremony) The 2025 Maine Department of Education (DOE) Annual Summit on August 5 and 6 featured a moving celebration of teacher excellence, honoring educators who embody the...
Governor Mills Announces Retirement of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services Commissioner Kirsten Figueroa
State of Maine Office of Governor
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August 26, 2025
As commissioner, Figueroa’s strong fiscal management led DAFS through unprecedented challenges to deliver responsible balanced budgets and a record Budget Stabilization fund Augusta, MAINE – Governor Janet Mills announced today that Kirsten LC...
Governor Mills Orders Flags Lowered in Honor of Victims of Minnesota Tragedy
State of Maine Office of Governor
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August 27, 2025
August 27, 2025 Consistent with a directive of the President, Governor Janet Mills has ordered that the United States and the State of Maine flags be lowered to half-staff until sunset on August 31, 2025. Governor Mills issued the following...
Synergy CHC Corp. Announces the Closing of its $4.375 Million Public Offering
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 27, 2025
WESTBROOK, Maine, Aug. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Synergy CHC Corp. (Nasdaq: SNYR) (“Synergy” or the “Company”), a leading consumer health and wellness company, today announced the closing of an underwritten public offering of 1,750,000 shares...
Maine DOE Update – August 22, 2025
Maine Department of Education
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August 22, 2025
From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates Reflecting on the 2025 Maine DOE Annual Summit: A Resounding Success The 2025 Maine Department of Education Annual Summit—themed “Measure What Matters: The Expanding View of Educational...
Maine DOE to Host Retro Report Professional Development Day for History and Civics Educators
Maine Department of Education
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August 22, 2025
The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is partnering with Retro Report to host a unique day of professional development for educators on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Augusta. This event will showcase a new resource...
Leadership in Action: Maine FFA Officers Advocate for Agriculture at the U.S. Capitol
Maine Department of Education
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August 22, 2025
Pictured from left to right: Maine FFA State Officers Callie Cullins, Hannah Shaw, Lane Carmichael, Jillian McLaughlin, and Mia Arcott The National FFA Organization is recognized for inspiring members to take action and advocate—not only for their...
Maine and Massachusetts Agriculture Commissioners Build Cross-Border Ties in Prince Edward Island
State of Maine Agencies
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August 19, 2025
MAINE, August 19 - Back to current news. Maine and Massachusetts Agriculture Commissioners Build Cross-Border Ties in Prince Edward Island August 19, 2025 Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry AUGUSTA, MAINE - Maine Department of...
Reflecting on the 2025 Maine DOE Annual Summit: A Resounding Success
Maine Department of Education
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August 22, 2025
The 2025 Maine Department of Education Annual Summit—themed “Measure What Matters: The Expanding View of Educational Excellence in Maine”—wrapped up with tremendous energy and inspiration on August 6 at Thomas College in Waterville. Nearly 100...
Maine and Massachusetts Agriculture Commissioners Build Cross-Border Ties in Prince Edward Island
Maine Government
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August 19, 2025
MAINE, August 19 - Back to current news. Maine and Massachusetts Agriculture Commissioners Build Cross-Border Ties in Prince Edward Island August 19, 2025 Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry AUGUSTA, MAINE - Maine Department of...
Stepping Forward: Two Rivers CDS Preschoolers Graduate with Joy and Confidence, as Maine Expands Early Education Access
Maine Department of Education
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August 22, 2025
Pictured: Zachary, a former student of Two Rivers CDS, waits with excitement before the event begins. Laughter, applause, and proud smiles filled the room at the Two Rivers Child Development Services (CDS) site in Brewer on Thursday, August 21, as...
Following Fatal Car Crashes in Maine, ICE Arrests Two Illegal Aliens
Department of Homeland Security - Washington D.C.
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August 21, 2025
Illegal aliens cause far more deaths behind the wheel than the media reports on WASHINGTON – In less than a week, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed the involvement of two Angolan illegal aliens in separate vehicle wrecks that...
ICYMI: Governor Shapiro and Secretary Siger Join Republic of Korea President Lee to Highlight Strategic Investments in the Philadelphia Navy Yard to Create Jobs and Dramatically Expand Shipbuilding
Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
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August 27, 2025
Since taking office, the Shapiro Administration has invested more than $34 million in the Hanwha Philly Shipyard and surrounding Philadelphia Navy Yard to expand shipbuilding, create jobs, and build out infrastructure to keep our nation safe....
ICYMI: Governor Shapiro and Secretary Siger Join Republic of Korea President Lee to Highlight Strategic Investments in the Philadelphia Navy Yard to Create Jobs and Dramatically Expand Shipbuilding
Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development
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August 27, 2025
Since taking office, the Shapiro Administration has invested more than $34 million in the Hanwha Philly Shipyard and surrounding Philadelphia Navy Yard to expand shipbuilding, create jobs, and build out infrastructure to keep our nation safe....
Attorney General Bonta Supports Colorado Law Banning Conversion Therapy for Minors at U.S. Supreme Court
Office of the Attorney General California Department of Justice
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August 27, 2025
OAKLAND — California Attorney General Bonta today joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court defending a Colorado law that prohibits licensed health professionals from practicing conversion...
Attorney General Treg Taylor Joins Bipartisan Coalition Urging Tech Companies to Stop the Spread of Deepfake Nonconsensual Intimate Imagery
State of Alaska Department of Law
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August 27, 2025
August 27, 2025 (Anchorage, AK) – Yesterday, Attorney General Treg Taylor today joined a bipartisan coalition of 47 state attorneys general in calling on major search engines and payment platforms to take stronger action against the growing...
WNC & Associates, Avesta Housing, and Reveler Development Announce New 201-Unit Affordable Housing Community in Portland, Maine
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 20, 2025
PORTLAND, Maine, Aug. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WNC & Associates (WNC), a family-owned business known as both a pioneer and leader in the affordable housing industry; Avesta Housing, a regional nonprofit developer of affordable homes; and...
Share Your Input on Maine Agriculture & Food Programs - Windsor Fair Listening Session
Maine Government
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August 20, 2025
MAINE, August 27 - Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Back to full Meeting Calendar Date: August 27, 2025 Start Time: 4:00 PM Location: Meeting description/purpose: Are you a Maine farmer or food producer who has received, or...
Maine DOE Update – August 15, 2025
Maine Department of Education
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August 15, 2025
From the Maine Department of Education News & Updates Maine DOE Seeking Educators to Develop the Next Round of MOOSE Modules The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is currently seeking educators to develop interdisciplinary MOOSE Modules that...