WATERVILLE, Maine, Nov. 9 (TNSres) -- Colby College issued the following news: * * * An anonymous trustee gift will provide an opportunity for student research and engagement on pressing policy issues * * * By Bob Keyes Deepening its commitment to addressing the most pressing public-interest issues of the day, Colby College will establish a new Public Policy Lab. Funded by an anonymous trustee with a $5-million gift, the Public Policy Lab will allow students to participate in all aspects o  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 [Category: Environment] -- The League of Conservation Voters issued the following news release: The League of Conservation Voters (LCV) congratulates Senator Angus King on his victory in Maine. We look forward to working together in the 119th Congress and beyond to continue making progress on addressing the climate crisis and protecting our democracy. "Angus King is a fierce advocate for Maine and our environment," said LCV President Gene Karpinski. "We look forward to worki  more

AUGUSTA, Maine, Nov. 8 -- The Natural Resources Council of Maine issued the following news release: Maine voters have decisively approved (55% - 45%) a first-ever $30 million Maine Trails Bond to repair and expand all types of trails statewide. The successful passage of the bond solidifies Maine's position as a national leader in outdoor recreation to support local economic growth and expand access for all users. Starting in January 2025, the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands will initiate a new  more

ORONO, Maine, Nov. 8 -- The University of Maine issued the following news release: Many people think planetariums are exclusively designed for astronomical purposes, but they can be used to explore more than the cosmos. Versant Power Astronomy Center Director Shawn Laatsch has a firm grasp on the conventional ways in which planetariums are utilized. He also believes that these spaces offer so much more and can share a variety of content from numerous fields. Laatsch refers to the planetarium   more