Ian C. Douglas: Crafting Imaginative Worlds Through the Zeke Hailey Saga

Crafting Imaginative Worlds Through the Zeke Hailey Saga

Ian C. Douglas captivates readers with the Zeke Hailey Saga, a thrilling blend of futuristic science fiction, cosmic intrigue, and rich storytelling.

BOOTHBAY HARBOR, ME, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Ian C. Douglas, a British author renowned for his distinctive approach to storytelling, has firmly established himself as a visionary in the realm of young adult science fiction. With a career marked by innovation and imagination, Douglas has captivated readers with

Bowdoin Announces Recipients of 2025 Common Good, Alumni Council Awards

The Common Good Award, selected by the Bowdoin College Board of Trustees, and the Alumni Service Award and Distinguished Educator Award, chosen by the Alumni Council, recognize members of the Bowdoin community for their exemplary achievement and dedication.

(L. to r.) William Bao Bean ’95, Malcolm W. Gauld ’76, P’14, George A. Khaldun ’73

Common Good Award

George A. Khaldun ‘73 has devoted his considerable skill as an administrator, expertise as an educator, and passion as a reformer to bettering the lives of

King Cosponsors Bipartisan Bill to Increase Price Transparency on Prescription Drug Advertising

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME) is cosponsoring legislation to promote transparency, boost competition, and bring down the cost of prescription drugs. The bipartisan Drug-Price Transparency for Consumers (DTC) Act would require price disclosures on advertisements for prescription drugs in order to inform patients who are considering certain medications after seeing television commercials. By

Kardex Unveils Next Generation Automation Technology at ProMat 2025

Optimize storage and streamline operations with the Kardex Shuttle VLM – maximizing space and efficiency in your warehouse.

Enhance picking accuracy and ergonomics with the Kardex Wearable Task Assistant – smart, hands-free technology for smoother operations.

Simplify your warehouse execution with Kardex FulfillX – accelerating system ramp-up and delivering quick ROI.

Kardex invites attendees to visit booth S3562 to experience our innovative technologies first-hand during Promat 2025 in Chicago March 17 – 20, 2025.

WESTBROOK, ME, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kardex will present its latest developments designed to enhance intralogistics efficiency at Promat 2025 at McCormick Place in Chicago March 17 – 20, 2025. We invite attendees to visit booth S3562 to experience our

Aire Serv of Southern Maine Prepares for Industry-Wide Transition to Mandatory R-454B Refrigerant

HOLLIS, ME, UNITED STATES, January 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aire Serv of Southern Maine, a leader in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) services, is ready to support customers through the HVAC industry’s mandatory transition to R-454B refrigerant. This new

Additional Climate Education Professional Development Grants Available for 2025-2026 School Year

Maine - The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is excited to release the third round of Climate Education Professional Development grant funds for climate-related professional learning for Maine educators and local education providers. The grant application is due March 21, 2025. Awarded programs will take place between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.

The Maine DOE Climate Education

Maine Schools Implement First 10 Community Schools Model Using Maine Preschool Development Grant

Maine - The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Early Learning Team is supporting a First 10 Community Schools pilot through Maine’s Preschool Development Grant. It is designed to bring together school administrative units (SAUs), families, early childhood programs, and community organizations to create a system that helps young children to learn and thrive during the first 10 years of their lives.

The First 10 Community Schools model is a

Russ Sanford Elected as Vice-President of the Hydro Foundation Board of Directors

Russ Sanford, Chief Growth Officer at Kleinschmidt

His leadership and innovative vision are exactly what the Foundation needs as we expand our engagement with students and industry leaders.”

— The Foundation’s Executive Director, Linda Church Ciocci

PITTSFIELD, ME, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kleinschmidt Associates, a leading engineering, regulatory, and environmental consulting firm, is proud to announce the election of Chief Growth Officer Russ Sanford as Vice President of the Hydropower Foundation (HF) Board of Directors for 2025. The Foundation is vital in

Secretary Bellows Sworn in for 3rd Term as Maine's 50th Secretary of State

AUGUSTA – Secretary of State Shenna Bellows was sworn into office for her third term today, Wednesday, January 8, 2025. 

Governor Janet Mills conducted the formal swearing-in of all the constitutional officers, which includes Secretary Bellows, State Treasurer Joseph Perry, Attorney General Aaron Frey; as well as the statutory office of State Auditor, Matthew Dunlap.

In her remarks following the swearing-in, Secretary Bellows shared a

Governor Mills Applauds Maine Senate's Unanimous Confirmation of Joan Cohen as Commissioner of the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation

Governor Swears In Commissioner Cohen Following Confirmation Vote

Governor Janet Mills today praised the Maine Senate's unanimous confirmation of Joan Cohen to serve Commissioner of the Maine Department of Professional and Financial Regulation. The Governor swore in Cohen as Commissioner this morning, just minutes after the Senate voted to confirm her.

"I thank the Maine Senate for its unanimous vote to confirm Joan Cohen as

Stewart Strikes in Overtime as Huskies Beat Wildcats 3-2; McKim Ties Program Record for Career Wins

Courtesy of Riley Driscoll, Athletic Media Associate

GORHAM, Maine – Junior Olivia Stewart (Fredericton, New Brunswick/Mount Academy) scored 2:38 into overtime to give the University of Southern Maine Huskies a thrilling 3-2 win against the Johnson & Wales University Wildcats on Saturday afternoon in Gorham. Stewart's game-winner was assisted by seniors Jess MacLean (Red Point, Nova Scotia) and Amelie St-Amant (Ottawa, Ontario/ Ontario Hockey Academy). Stewart and St-Amant each had two points in the game. Stwart had an assist in addition to her goal and St-Amant assisted on two goals.
 
Huskies' fifth-year senior Haley McKim (Moncton, New Brunswick/Mount

Governor Mills Unveils Balanced Biennial Budget Proposal

Governor proposes balanced approach of investments, spending reductions, and targeted revenue enhancements to balance budget while maintaining core voter-approved programs

Governor Janet Mills today unveiled her Administration's budget proposal for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 biennium.

The proposal is balanced and makes needed investments to maintain the Governor's core commitments to Maine people such as health care, 55 percent of education, free school meals for all Maine students, and five percent municipal revenue sharing to stabilize property taxes and support municipal services.

For the first time, it also proposes making permanent the Governor's highly

Joint statement from Maine public higher education leaders on Gov. Mills’ budget proposal

AUGUSTA, Maine — Leaders of the University of Maine System (UMS), the Maine Community College System (MCCS) and Maine Maritime Academy (MMA) are praising the commitment to public higher education in the biennial budget proposal released by Gov. Janet Mills today (External Site). 

Together, UMS, MCCS and MMA enroll 46,695 students and educate tens

Governor Mills Announces Proposal to Elevate Governor's Energy Office to Cabinet-level Position

Recognizing the critical need to ensure affordable, reliable energy for all Maine people and businesses, Governor Mills proposes elevating the Governor's Energy Office to a cabinet-level department in upcoming budget proposal

Governor Janet Mills today announced that she will propose elevating the Governor's Energy Office (GEO) to a cabinet-level department as part of her upcoming biennial budget proposal.

Establishing the Maine Department of Energy

Grants for Afterschool and Summer Learning Programs Now Available; Applications Due April 2, 2025

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is pleased to announce the release of a request for proposals (RFP) seeking bids from organizations interested in implementing comprehensive afterschool and summer learning programs in 2025-2026. It is anticipated that roughly $2.5 million will be available to issue grant awards this spring.

Authorized under Title IV, Part B of the

KBS Builders Wins $3.2 Million Contract for Multifamily Construction Project in Maine

SOUTH PARIS, Maine, Jan. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KBS Builders, Inc. (“KBS” or the “Company”), the leading modular manufacturer in New England, announced it has signed a $3.2 million contract to manufacture 40 modules for the construction of five 4-unit multifamily townhouse condominiums in Lincoln County, Maine. Production at the Company is expected to commence later this month, with delivery to be completed in the second quarter of 2025.

The diversity of KBS’ expertise in modular manufacturing for the

National Nonprofit Wreaths Across America Announces New Theme for 2025

“Keep Moving Forward”

Columbia Falls, Maine, Jan. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wreaths Across America (WAA), the national nonprofit whose year-long mission is to Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach our children the value of freedom, proudly announces its theme for 2025: “Keep Moving Forward.”

Each year, millions of volunteers and patriots gather in local, state, and national cemeteries across all 50 states and abroad to pay tribute to our nation’s service

MaineHealth Receives HRSA Grant to Enhance Rural Obstetric Training

Portland, Maine – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has awarded MaineHealth a three-year, $667,330 grant to establish new rural obstetric training intensives through the Maine Rural Graduate Medical Education (MERGE) Collaborative.

MaineHealth, Northern Light Health,

Maine International Cold Storage Facility Set to Open in Early 2025

Advanced cold storage facility opening early 2025 in Portland, Maine—secure your space now for top-tier, food-safe, temperature-controlled solutions.

MICSF delivers precision and efficiency, leveraging advanced technology to meet customer needs while ensuring top-tier food safety and seamless service.”

— Grant Taylor - VP of Warehouse

PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Taylor Logistics Inc., a premier provider of full-service third-party logistics (3PL) solutions, is thrilled to be the chosen operator of the Maine International Cold Storage Facility (MICSF), set to open in early 2025. Located near the Port of Portland, this state-of-the-art facility will deliver advanced cold storage solutions to support businesses with temperature-sensitive goods.

The MICSF is designed with 106,000 square feet of space, a design temperature of -10°F, and cutting-edge technology to ensure precise inventory management. Backed by top food-