Susan McMillan

Staff Writer

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Published
February 12, 2013

Hallowell voices opposition to LePage’s proposed budget cuts

HALLOWELL — Municipal officials across the state have said Gov. Paul LePage’s proposed budget will force severe cuts to services or steep increases in property taxes.
Published
February 7, 2013

Changes to school funding formula could have consequences

AUGUSTA — A review of Maine’s funding formula for schools could have far-reaching consequences for school staff members, students and taxpayers.
Published
February 6, 2013

LePage looking to require schools to pay for students’ remedial college courses

AUGUSTA — In a last-minute addition to his State of the State address, Gov. Paul LePage on Tuesday pitched a new idea that would cost Maine schools at least $700,000 a year.
Published
February 4, 2013

New UMaine funding formula rewards Farmington, Augusta campuses for performance

AUGUSTA — The universities in Augusta and Farmington will reap major benefits under a new funding plan for the state’s university system if they stay on track producing graduates.
Published
February 3, 2013

‘No-drama’ alternative program engages once at-risk high school students in Winthrop

WINTHROP — There’s no “drama” in the trailer next to the tennis courts.
Published
January 28, 2013

UMA aviation degree program takes flight with board’s approval

BANGOR — Pending final accreditation, the University of Maine at Augusta will begin offering a bachelor’s degree in aviation this fall.
Published
January 27, 2013

Autistic students coming home to Winthrop Grade School

WINTHROP — Winthrop students attending an autism program in Wayne will be brought home to Winthrop Grade School.
Published
January 27, 2013

Future of agriculture in Maine strong, if challenges are met, UMA panel says

AUGUSTA — Maine’s abundant land, growing conditions and location in the Northeast make the state well-positioned for growth in agriculture, said John Piotti, executive director of Maine Farmland Trust.
Published
January 26, 2013

Big designs meet limited dollars at Augusta City Council planning retreat

AUGUSTA — City councilors want to meet public safety needs, improve communication with the public and explore ways to address social service problems, such as hunger and homelessness.
Published
January 22, 2013

Augusta CVS robbed for third time in a year

The suspect escaped with undisclosed amount of prescription drugs, say police.