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Astronomy news, from the Webb telescope images to what to see in Maine's night sky this summer

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The stunning images from the Webb telescopethat were released last week reveal so much that was previously unknown about the cosmos. We talk with Maine astronomers about these major revelations, and about how the Webb findings impact their research. We’ll also hear about astronomical events happening this summer, and where to view them in Maine.

Panelists:
Edward Herrick-Gleason, director,Southworth Planetarium, University of Southern Maine
Dale Kocevski, associate professor, physics and astronomy, Colby College
Shawn Laatsch, director, Versant Power Astronomy Center, University of Maine

VIP Caller:
Elizabeth McGrath, associate professor, physics and astronomy, Colby College

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