Augusta’s Gilbert Elementary School reports positive COVID-19 case

Principal Sarah Landry said the individual had not been at Gilbert Elementary School during their "infectious period," and at this time is not showing any symptoms.

At Augusta and Hallowell schools, QR codes and apps emerge as pandemic technology adjustments

School officials say the smart phone apps are helping to minimize the contact between staff and students.

Olson says bias training, technology would be her top priorities as chairperson of Augusta Board of Education

Amanda Olson seeks to bring innovative discussion and ideas to the school board and city schools.

Augusta teachers receive social, emotional training as students return amid pandemic

Licensed clinical social workers have been providing training to help with school-related stress.

CATC receives gift of more than $10,000

The Maine Chapter of the American Culinary Federation donation will be used for culinary arts student scholarships.

Video: A to the U Final – Official Music Video

Scooter-riding rappers seek to dispel Augusta negativity in music video

Ben Bowman, also known as Ben, the Maker, made the video in hopes it would help people get past both the negative stereotypes some may have of hip hop music and any negative views toward the city of Augusta.

Erskine Hall in Hallowell opens for UMA residential students

The university is welcoming students to the newly renovated Erskine Hall at Stevens Commons after an 11-month renovation that cost almost $4 million.

Feds say Maine will receive money to fund added jobless benefits

The funding, being provided by the Federal Emergency Management Association, will allow Maine to provide $300 per week on top of a worker's unemployment benefit, FEMA said Tuesday.

Video: Swimming in endless pool in Augusta

The endless pool at the Swim Locker in Augusta.