Maine

Maine Mulls Mandatory Cursive: Push for Penmanship in Elementary Education Rises Amid Tech Domination

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Portland, Maine — In the cozy classroom of St. Brigid School, the lost art of cursive writing still flourishes. Every school day, excited third graders dip their pencils into the elegant loops and swirls of cursive letters, an educational tradition that many schools have abandoned for more contemporary skills. As debates about the relevance of such instruction continue, a local legislator is pushing to make the teaching of cursive handwriting a requirement across Maine’s elementary schools. The practice, which once dominated American classrooms, has been sidelined in many educational curricula, often replaced by keyboarding and … Read more

Maine Authorities Stress Importance of Snow and Ice Removal from Vehicles to Prevent Road Hazards

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PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — As the residents of Aroostook County continue to dig out from recent heavy snowfalls, local authorities are stressing the importance of thoroughly clearing snow and ice from vehicles before taking to the roads. This preventative measure, officials emphasize, is vital to maintaining road safety and minimizing accidents resulting from flying debris. Chief Jamie Pelletier of the Madawaska Police Department highlighted the responsibilities of drivers, stating, “It’s your duty to ensure your vehicle is free from snow and ice that could fall and cause road hazards, potentially leading to damage or injury.” … Read more

Maine Man Faces Trial in the Death of 2-Month-Old Daughter, Alleging Violent Abuse

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Auburn, Maine — The trial for a man from Buckfield accused of fatally injuring his two-month-old daughter in July 2020 is set to commence with jury selection on Thursday. Trevor Averill stands charged with both depraved indifference murder and manslaughter, to which he has entered a plea of not guilty. The incident unfolded on July 22, 2020, when emergency services were summoned to a residence on North Parish Road in Turner following a distress call about a child choking. Prosecutors contend that the infant, Harper Averill, suffered critical injuries due to being shaken by her … Read more

Touring Maine Comedian Karen Morgan Reveals Keys to Comedy Success and Her Dry Humor Connections at Home

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Yarmouth, Maine — Comedian Karen Morgan, originally from Athens, Georgia, is captivating audiences across the nation, but she calls Maine her home—a place where her humor resonates deeply with locals. Swapping her courtroom suits for the comedy stage, Morgan’s journey from a trial attorney to a comedy sensation began with her success on Nickelodeon Television’s “Search for the Funniest Mom in America.” Currently, Morgan’s comedic voice fills venues from New York to Hollywood, and her routines can be enjoyed on Sirius XM Radio and Dry Bar Comedy through her latest CD, “Mean Candy.” Even amidst … Read more