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Maine s to-scale solar system model, spanning more than 100 miles, was just awarded a Maine Office of Tourism grant. (Courtesy of University of Maine at Presque Isle)
Maine s to-scale solar system model, spanning more than 100 miles, was just awarded a Maine Office of Tourism grant. (Courtesy of University of Maine at Presque Isle)
They come in search of planets and moons Perhaps it is the pull of the great beyond, that place of stars, moons and planets that draws them closer, draws them to Maine for a chance to travel from Jupiter to Mars to Pluto. And for the most adventurous, the journey through the solar system can be completed in a day, maybe two, especially if taking in a few dwarf planets as well.
The Maine Solar System Model is unique to Aroostook County and as a tourism attraction because it’s a naturally socially distanced activity. New marketing materials will include brochures for all 62 chamber offices across Maine.
Storm Closings & Cancellations for Tuesday Feb. 16th
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Just the third major snowstorm to hit Aroostook County this winter will create difficult driving conditions today with snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour. Here are the latest storm closings, cancellations and delays:
CLOSING EARLY TODAY:
Ben s Trading Post - Closing early at 12:00PM
Katahdin Trust - Closing early at 1:00PM (Customer Service available until 5:00PM)
Machias Savings Bank branches in Presque Isle, Caribou & Houlton (and Lincoln/Danforth) will be closing at 2:00 PM today
Cook Florist in Presque Isle - Closing early at 2:00PM
Presque Isle Pharmacy - Closing early at 2:30PM
UMaine System campuses plan virtual graduation ceremonies this spring
Some students are criticizing the plan to forgo in-person graduations this spring because of uncertainty about the pandemic and the safety of large gatherings.
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University of Maine System campuses are planning on holding virtual graduation ceremonies this spring as uncertainty around the coronavirus pandemic continues and the safety of large gatherings remains in question.
University of Maine and University of Maine at Machias President Joan Ferrini-Mundy announced the plans for those campuses to hold virtual ceremonies in a message to students Wednesday.
“In September, we noted our intention to honor both our 2020 and 2021 graduates with in-person commencement ceremonies this spring if health and safety guidance allows,” Ferrini-Mundy wrote. “But since then, as the pandemic has unfolded and continues here in Maine and beyond, it has become clear that we will not be able to safely gather for these
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University of Maine System campuses are planning on holding virtual graduation ceremonies this spring as uncertainty around the coronavirus pandemic continues and the safety of large gatherings remains in question.
University of Maine and University of Maine at Machias President Joan Ferrini-Mundy announced the plans for those campuses to hold virtual ceremonies in a message to students Wednesday.
“In September, we noted our intention to honor both our 2020 and 2021 graduates with in-person commencement ceremonies this spring if health and safety guidance allows,” Ferrini-Mundy wrote. “But since then, as the pandemic has unfolded and continues here in Maine and beyond, it has become clear that we will not be able to safely gather for these celebrations in the way we had hoped. And I share your disappointment.”