We celebrate fair season by learning about the history of Maine's agricultural fairs and what they offer across the state

A school board member at RSU 73 in Livermore Falls is resigning following the board's vote last month to change its official Title IX policy to restrict transgender girls' participation in sports.

The First Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by a Maine mother who alleged the Damariscotta school district concealed her child's attempted gender transition from the family.

Maine will receive more than $20 million originally withheld by the federal Department of Education on July 1.

Twenty troopers graduated from Maine's police academy — the largest class in 25 years — marking a boost in recruitment and a renewed focus on public trust.

Signed into law earlier this month, the bill sets a new lifetime borrowing limit for professional degrees at $200,000. The average University of New England medical student borrowed more than $300,000 last year.

The funding is for the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program, which supports low-income families and rural communities with after-school programs and summer learning opportunities.

An estimated $25 million in grant funding is being withheld from Maine public schools for six programs supporting teacher development, adult literacy, after-school programs and more.

The UMaine System Board of Trustees has approved a pilot to accelerate degree programs for older students. While 120 credits are required to earn a traditional degree, adult learners may now earn certain bachelor's degrees with 90 credits.

The leadership at the boarding school vehemently denies the allegations.