MAINE'S 207 AREA CODE PROJECTED TO LAST UNTIL 2045, ACCORDING TO NEW NANPA FORECAST

Hallowell, Maine - The North American Numbering Plan Administrator (NANPA) has released an updated forecast extending the life of Maine's iconic

Maine Awards $3 Million for Research to Support Farmers Impacted by PFAS

AUGUSTA - The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry (DACF) announced today that the PFAS Fund has awarded $3 million to

Saving Walden’s World Premieres at NJ Doc Fest with a Radical Call to Remember

Saving Walden's World is a documentary film that explores sustainable lifestyles in foreign countries.

In a time of ecological unraveling, this visionary film dares to imagine futures rooted in ancestral wisdom, land kinship, and the power of living differently.

We’re thrilled to be part of a festival that values storytelling as a tool for truth and transformation. We hope Saving Walden’s World sparks deeper questions about our own higher purpose.”

— Sharanya, Impact Team

SPARTA, NJ, ME, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In an age where environmental collapse has become a constant backdrop to our daily lives,

'Racism is Still a Public Health Crisis'- Black History Month Fair Ignites Action in Portland, ME

Melissa Hugh: “We Are Tired of Trauma Being Reduced to Stats.”

Cross Cultural Community Services (CCCS) Hosts Community Wellness Fair on Health Equity and Racial Justice

This year’s event reminded us that real health equity starts with how we show up and stand up for one another in our community. CCCS is here to lead, listen, and show up for everyone.”

— Warren Edgar, CCCS Director of Marketing & Communications

PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, April 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Cross Cultural Community Services (CCCS) proudly hosted its 5th Annual Black History Month Community Wellness Fair on

Global Treasury Hunt For The Best Cannabis for Product Development Unearths Caches across Two Continents

Maridose identifies superior research grade cannabis in a world-wide search

Pharmaceutical and CPG companies now have a reliable product source to develop consumer products

BRUNSWICK, ME, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- When the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced plans to license additional cannabis manufacturers for

Kardex Releases 5th Anniversary Edition of Its Most Downloaded Warehouse Optimization Guide

55 Warehouse Best Practices from Kardex 5th Anniversary Edition

The 5th Anniversary edition of “55 Best Warehouse Practices” offers fresh insights for warehouse leaders facing modern-day challenges.

This updated guide delivers practical strategies that operators can use today to improve space utilization, increase accuracy, and meet shifting customer expectations.”

— Christina Dube, Director of Marketing & Communications, America

WESTBROOK, ME, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kardex Remstar, a global leader in dynamic storage and retrieval systems, announced the release of the 5th

Suncovia Highlights Benefits of Installing Solar in Spring

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Suncovia Residential Installation

Suncovia Solar Panels on Rooftop

Faster Installation, Banking Credits for Later, Saving Begin Immediately

Spring is truly the perfect season to go solar. Homeowners who install now will see immediate benefits, from increased energy production to financial savings for both the short-term and long-term.”

— Craig Mattson, CEO of Suncovia

BANGOR, ME, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the days grow longer and the chill of winter fades, Suncovia, Maine’s trusted solar energy provider, encourages homeowners to

Hyde School Announces 2025 Family Weekend: A Celebration of Community, Character, and Connection

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Hyde School Family Weekend

Hyde School will welcome parents, alumni, and faculty to its 2025 Family Weekend, taking place from Thursday, April 24th through Sunday, April 27, 2025

BATH, ME, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hyde School is excited to welcome parents, alumni, and faculty to its 2025 Family Weekend, taking place from Thursday, April 24th through Sunday, April 27th on the historic

VizConnect Exchange Introduces Groundbreaking Features for Seamless Trading Amid Favorable Regulatory Shifts.

“With these innovative features—and now the DOJ’s clarified enforcement priorities—we are providing traders and investors with the tools they need to succeed in the evolving financial landscape.” Stated Jorge Guinovart, CEO of VizConnect Exchange.

VizConnect, Inc. (OTCMKTS:VIZC)

“VizConnect Exchange is built with the future of digital asset trading in mind.” ”

— Jorge Guinovart, CEO of VizConnect Exchange, LLC

PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- VizConnect Exchange Introduces Groundbreaking Features for Seamless Trading Amid Favorable Regulatory Shifts.


VizConnect Exchange is redefining the

VizConnect, Inc. (OTC: VIZC) announces New England Kitchens Secures Largest Flooring Order - To Surpass $1.5 Million

"VizConnect, Inc. is extremely excited about it's investment in and long-term Strategic Partnership formed with New England Kitchen", Temba Mahaka, CEO.

VizConnect, Inc. (OTCMKTS:VIZC)

This order not only reflects the continued trust developers place in NEK, but it also demonstrates the strength of our diversified offerings.”

— Shannon Croteau, Owner of New England Kitchens

PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- VizConnect, Inc. (OTC: VIZC) announces New England Kitchens Secures Largest Flooring Order to Date, Total Project to Surpass $1.5 Million in Gross Revenue

VizConnect, Inc. which has a

Maine DOE Child Nutrition Team Crowns 2025 Farm to School Cook-Off Champion

Maine - The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Child Nutrition team is celebrating its 2025 Farm to School Cook-Off champion after a final round of competition on Thursday, April 17. For 10 years, this initiative has promoted the use of local foods in school meals, as school nutrition teams from across the state use locally-sourced ingredients to prepare a breakfast and a lunch, which a panel of judges then scores.

After multiple regional competitions in March, the Leavitt Lunch Crew from MSAD 52

Maine Indian Education Students Travel to MIT, Thanks to Beaver Works Summer Institute

Maine - During the week of March 24, 2025, 32 middle school students and 12 staff members from Maine Indian Education’s three schools—Indian Island School, Indian Township School, and Sipayik Elementary School—traveled to the Massachusetts

Language, Learning, and Leadership in Maine: Supporting Multilingual Learners with Disabilities through University and State Collaboration

Pictured: From left to right: Dr. Sarah Howorth, Dr. Melissa Cuba, Erin Frazier, and Jane Armstrong presenting at the National Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Conference in Baltimore, Maryland.

In a powerful display of statewide collaboration, representatives from the University of Maine (UMaine) and the Maine Department of Education (DOE) joined forces in March to present at the 2025 National Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Conference. The session,

Bridging Education and Career: East Grand School’s Extended Learning Opportunities Program Defies Rural Barriers

(Pictured: East Grand School Student Emily Pride at the Danforth Town Hall, where she interned and completed an eight-hour new clerk training, certifying her to handle registrations and essential paperwork for the town)

The East Grand School’s Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) program is cultivating diverse business partnerships, enhancing students’ career development, and community engagement in the Danforth area.

“It’s hard to put into words the growth that is observed in

Report Opening Soon: Maine Schools/Maine School Approval for 2025-2026

Maine - The Maine Schools Application in NEO will open on May 1. Maine Schools is the process by which the Maine Department of Education (DOE) collects information about Maine school administrative units (SAUs) for the upcoming school year. Maine School

Maine DOE Upcoming Data Reporting Webinars

Maine - The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Data Team is hosting the following webinars:

Maine Schools Report Webinar – Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at noon

Maine Schools is the process by which the Maine DOE collects the

Maine DOE Launches Professional Learning Series: Supporting Multilingual Learners Transitioning into Maine High Schools

Maine - The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Office of Teaching and Learning is proud to announce a new three-part professional learning series designed for educators working with multilingual learners (MLs) who are

Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) Introduces Forgivable Loan Program for Future Educators

Maine - The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) is thrilled to introduce a forgivable loan program to support future educators, childcare providers, and speech pathologists in Maine. High school seniors and college students must apply by Thursday, May 1, 2025, to take advantage of this opportunity!

Undergraduate students can receive loans of $5,000, while graduate

Maine Connections Academy Hosts Statewide Academic Summit to Foster In-Person Learning and Community

(Pictured: Maine Connections Academy students at the University of Maine at Farmington drawing)

On January 17, 2025, Maine Connections Academy, a tuition-free, grades 7-12 online public charter school, brought students together for an in-person Academic Summit at several locations across the state. This

Androscoggin Bank – Leading the Way in Sustainable Banking

Our dedication to sustainable banking reflects our mission to leave a lasting positive impact on our clients, colleagues, communities, and the world”

— Androscoggin Bank CEO, Neil Kiely

LEWISTON, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Androscoggin Bank has partnered with Acumen Media and CNBC to debut “Banking on Change,” a compelling short film that highlights the

VizConnect, Inc. (OTC: VIZC) to Receive Returns from New England Kitchens Investment

"New England Kitchens has consistently proven itself as a market leader, and we are proud to be part of its continued success.” Stated Temba Mahaka, CEO of VizConnect, Inc.

VizConnect, Inc. (OTCMKTS:VIZC)

This demonstrates the strength of our business model - strategically identifying and nurturing companies that align with our long-term growth vision.”

— Temba Mahaka, CEO of VizConnect, Inc.

PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- VizConnect, Inc., a strategic business development and investment company, is pleased to announce that it is set to

Kardex Remstar Adds Two3 Solutions as Integrator Partner

Kardex and Tow3 Partnership Announced April 2025

Kardex Remstar adds Two3 Solutions to Family of Integrator Partners

We've chosen to partner with Two3 Solutions because of their commitment to innovation and customer experience.”

— Doug Card, Director of Key Accounts and Integrator Sales

WESTBROOK, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kardex Remstar is excited to announce a new strategic partnership in North America with Two3 Solutions, an

Prapela, Inc. Granted FDA De Novo for Breakthrough Therapy Helping the Most Vulnerable Victims of our Opioid Epidemic

Prapela SVS hospital bassinet basked inside a standard-size bassinet basket

Prapela’s SVS hospital bassinet pad is the first and only therapeutic medical device to treat opioid exposed newborns with neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome.

PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- One of the more sorrowful consequences of our opioid crisis is the use of opioids among pregnant women and their impact on

Attorney General Aaron M. Frey's Statement on Federal Lawsuit Against Maine DOE

Maine - The Attorney General issued the following statement in regards to AG Bondi’s announcement that the administration will be suing Maine over the interpretation of Title IX:

 

 

After being targeted by the Trump administration for months, today’s

Nominations Open for 2025 MAHPERD Teachers of the Year

Maine - Nominations are now open for the 2025 Maine Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance (MAHPERD) Teacher of the Year awards. Nominations are due April 30, 2025.

MAHPERD Teacher of the Year awards are presented to health

Governor Mills Statement on U.S. Department of Justice Announcement

Maine - Governor Janet Mills issued the following statement in response to an announcement by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi that the U.S. Department of Justice will file a lawsuit against the State of Maine over alleged Title IX violations:

"Today is the latest, expected salvo in an unprecedented campaign to

Hyde School Announces 2025 Summer Leadership Adventure: Empowering the Next Generation of Leaders

Maine Basketball Hall of Fame Inductees & Hyde School Coaches Tom Bragg & Joe Harrington

2025 Leadership Adventure

Maine Hall of Fame Basketball Clinic

Hyde Wresting Clinic 2025

Hyde School will offer its Summer Leadership Adventure program, designed to cultivate leadership, character, and confidence from August 1st to August 10th.

BATH, ME, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Hyde School is proud to announce the 2025 Summer Leadership Adventure, a bold and transformative 10-day experience designed to cultivate leadership, character, and confidence in

INNOVATIVE FRENCH MANUFACTURER LAUNCHES NEW ELECTRIC OUTBOARD

The TEMO 1000 will formally be launched in North America on April 25th at the Annapolis Spring Boat Show; this innovative electric outboard option offers enough power for watercraft up to 26 feet in length.

A small cruising boat like the 23 foot long Mojito 650 is what the 1000 was designed for.

The award-winning TEMO 450 was the French manufacturer's first product and turned heads with its cool oar-shaped design and seamless operational capacity.

The TEMO 1000 delivers more power & versatility to the North American market

The Newport boat show convinced me that the market was ideal for the 1000. People loved the 450, but a large number of sailboat owners I talked to asked if we had a model offering more power.”

— Nicholas Steenberg, North American Sales Director

PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- TEMO, the French manufacturer of ‘the lightest outboard motor in the world’, today announced the release of the TEMO 1000 in North America. The new electric outboard is a

VizConnect, Inc. (OTC: VIZC) Announces NEK Secures $900,000 Kitchen Contract, Capping Off Record Growth and Momentum

New England Kitchens in a Major Growth Cycle!!

VizConnect, Inc. (OTCMKTS:VIZC)

This contract exemplifies the type of high-margin, high-quality work that is fueling our expansion across New England.”

— Temba Mahaka, CEO of VizConnect, Inc.

PORTLAND, ME, UNITED STATES, April 15, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- VizConnect, Inc. (OTC: VIZC) Announces NEK Secures $900,000 Kitchen Contract, Capping Off Record Growth and Multi-Year Momentum

New England Kitchens is thrilled to

MAINE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION REMINDS GAS AND ELECTRIC UTILITY CUSTOMERS OF RIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS AS WINTER DISCONNECT PROTECTION PERIOD ENDS

Hallowell, Maine- The Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC) is reminding Maine gas and electric consumers that the winter disconnection protection period ends on April 15, 2025. Beginning on this date,

Maine PUC Observes National Safe Digging Month in April

Hallowell, Maine - The Maine Public Utilities Commission (Commission) is joining other utility regulators, public safety advocates, and industry professionals across the country in

Maine Propels Cannabis Research Advancements At It’s Brunswick Landing Innovation Center

Developed by Maine’s Midcoast Regional Redevelopment Authority, TechPlace supports innovations capable of impacting the world

The partnership is unique in the pharmaceutical and cannabis industry. Ensuring the availability of cannabis for research within the United States and Globally

BRUNSWICK, ME, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Maine Propels Cannabis Research Advancements At It’s Brunswick Landing Innovation Center

Maridose, a leading Drug Enforcement

Week of the Young Child®: Friday Early Childhood Professional Spotlights

Maine - The Week of the Young Child® highlights the importance of early childhood education and the foundational role it plays in a child’s success. This week also serves as an opportunity to celebrate the early care and education professionals who nurture and support children and families during this critical stage of growth and development.

This year, the Maine Department of

Finance Authority of Maine Offers Free Resources to Help Celebrate April as Financial Literacy Month

Maine- April is National Financial Literacy Month, an excellent opportunity to highlight the importance of financial literacy in the classroom. Financial literacy is understanding and using financial skills, including responsible money management, budgeting, saving, and investing for the future.

The Finance Authority of Maine(FAME)

Maine DOE Expands Kindergarten Entry Inventory Project; Applications Open to Pilot

Maine - The Maine Department of Education (DOE) is launching a second phase of its Kindergarten Entry Inventory (KEI) project during the 2025-2026 school year. Applications are being accepted through May 9 for piloting KEI tools in kindergarten classrooms.

A KEI is a tool administered at the

Brunswick High School Student Wins MLTI Student Conference T-Shirt Design Contest

Maine - Congratulations to Caleb Chang, a junior at Brunswick High School, whose artwork was selected as the winning design for the 2025 Maine Learning Technology Initiative (MLTI) Student Conference T-shirt!

Chang’s creative design captures the

School Nutrition Teams Compete in 10th Annual Maine DOE Farm to School Cook-off

Maine -March kicked off the Maine Department of Education (DOE) Child Nutrition Team’s 10th Annual Maine Farm to School Cook-off. This event aims to showcase the culinary skills of school nutrition professionals, while promoting

Weekly Office Hours: Exploring Numeracy Across the Curriculum

The Maine Department of Education (DOE) Interdisciplinary Instruction Team invites educators to join a new series of weekly virtual office hours, focused on exploring numeracy across content areas. Sessions will take place every Wednesday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., beginning April 16, 2025, and running through June 4, 2025.

Each session will highlight a different

Maine DOE Seeking Public Comment on CTE Performance Levels for Maine’s Revised 2024 Perkins State Plan (2025 Submission)

Maine - To enhance Maine’s high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) is seeking public comment on performance levels for Maine’s Revised 2024 Perkins State Plan. Comments will be accepted through Friday, June 6, 2025.

The 2025 submission of Maine’s Revised

Rosemark Makes Sponsorship Debut at New England Home Care & Hospice Conference and Trade Show in Portland, ME

Rosemark helps home care agencies become compliant with Medicaid’s EVV requirements, easily bill the Veterans Administration, or streamline the operations of a private-pay agency.

Rosemark’s electronic visit verification (EVV) compliant technology helps home care agencies operate more efficiently.

Rosemark will be exhibiting at the 2025 New England Home Care & Hospice Conference

Pioneering Home Care Software to Showcase Innovative Solutions in Caregiver Scheduling

Our goal is to help home care agencies improve efficiency, ensure compliance, and provide exceptional care.”

— Robin Tuck, Product Owner and Project Manager

ME, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Rosemark is proud to make its debut as a sponsor of the New England Home Care & Hospice

Loss of Federal Funds Leads to Layoffs and Temporary Closure at Maine State Library

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Maine State Library

Augusta, Maine - Due to continued challenges in accessing federal funding, the Maine State Library will temporarily close and reorganize its operations. This decision follows layoff notices issued this week to 13 employees whose positions are funded through a program grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) in Washington, D.C. The library tentatively plans to reopen to the public on April 28, 2025.

The Library last received funds from its 2025 IMLS award on March 24, 2025, and has

Week of the Young Child®: Thursday Early Childhood Professional Spotlights

Maine - The Week of the Young Child® highlights the importance of early childhood education and the foundational role it plays in a child’s success. This week also serves as an opportunity to celebrate the early care and education professionals who nurture and support children and families during this critical stage of growth and development.

This year, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) is teaming up with the Maine

Week of the Young Child®: Wednesday Early Childhood Professional Spotlights

Maine - The Week of the Young Child® highlights the importance of early childhood education and the foundational role it plays in a child’s success. This week also serves as an opportunity to celebrate the early care and education professionals who nurture and support children and families during this critical stage of growth and development.

This year, the Maine Department of Education (DOE) is teaming up with

Maine Public Utilities Commission Opens Formal Investigation into Versant Power Company Management Practices

Hallowell, Maine-The Maine Public Utilities Commission (Commission) announced today that it will open a formal investigation into the management practices of Versant Power Company, following concerns raised in a recent independent audit of the company's operations.

In May 2024, the Commission initiated an audit of Versants operations and management

Kardex Announces New QuickShip Program to Avoid Tariff Price Hikes and Shorten Lead Times

New QuickShip program provides 4-6 week lead times and no price increase from tariffs for standard VLMs sold in the US.

We’re excited to announce our new QuickShip program, which allows us to deliver standard Kardex Shuttle VLMs faster than ever and with no tariff increases — direct from our South Carolina plant.”

— Mark Dunaway - President at Kardex Remstar Americas

WESTBROOK, ME, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Kardex Remstar, a global leader in warehouse automation solutions, announced the launch of its new QuickShip program in the United States. The new program offers standard size Kardex Shuttle Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) with lead times of just 4 to 6 weeks and zero price increase, despite unprecedented tariffs.

Amid economic uncertainty and new tariffs affecting imported automation equipment and

Governor Mills Applauds Maine Senate's Unanimous Confirmation of Carl Wilson as Commissioner of the Department of Marine Resources

Governor Janet Mills today swore in Carl Wilson as Commissioner of the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR), following the Maine Senate’s unanimous vote to confirm his nomination.

"I thank the Maine Senate for its unanimous confirmation of Carl Wilson as Commissioner of the Department of Marine Resources," said Governor Janet Mills. "Carl's extensive experience and deep understanding of Maine's marine industries make him exceptionally qualified to lead DMR. I look forward to working with him to support the Maine people who make their living on the water  and the communities that depend on them."    "It is an honor to be confirmed as Commissioner of the Department of Marine Resources," said Commissioner Carl Wilson. "I am committed to leading the Department's efforts to sustainably manage Maine's marine resources and support the individuals and industries that rely on them." 

Wilson, a resident of Alna, has served as Acting Commissioner of the Department since March 14, 2025. Prior to his appointment by Governor Mills, Wilson spent a decade as Director of the Department’s Bureau of Marine Science. He joined the Department in 1999 as the agency’s lead lobster biologist. 

Governor Mills announced her intention to nominate Wilson on February 26, 2025, to succeed retired DMR Commissioner Patrick Keliher. The Joint Standing Committee on Marine Resources unanimously recommended Wilson's confirmation on April 3, 2025.