newmancenter7-082521_sawyer-loftus The Newman Center has been a fixture on the University of Maine's campus since 1946 and could soon see a remodeling process that is partially funded by a recent anonymous donation of $1.25 million. (Sawyer Loftus | BDN) The Newman Center has been a fixture on the University of Maine's campus since 1946 and could soon see a remodeling process that is partially funded by a recent anonymous donation of $1.25 million. (Sawyer Loftus | BDN) Newman Center receives $1.25 million donation toward overhauling facility August 31, 2021 A project to renovate the Newman Center that has been in the works for nearly four years will break ground next spring after an anonymous $1.25 million donation was made recently. Latest News Browse Latest News 4 weeks ago Old Town ekes out win against Caribou boys during Vikings’ first game by Hannah Catlin, BDN StaffCARIBOU, Maine Old Town traveled north to put up a 1-0 victory against Caribou on Saturday during the Vikings’ first home game of the season. 4 weeks ago Orono shutout in rain-soaked football game with Houlton Three rushing touchdowns each from Houlton seniors Caleb Solomon and Chris Caswell catapulted the Shires to an impressive 46-0 shutout over Orono Thursday evening.  1 month ago Conflicting Maine laws allow Old Town and Bangor to list candidates randomly on ballots The city of Old Town will continue to list local candidates for office randomly on ballots the way it has for years, despite concerns from city councilors that it may not have been following state election law. 1 month ago Newman Center receives $1.25 million donation toward overhauling facility A project to renovate the Newman Center that has been in the works for nearly four years will break ground next spring after an anonymous $1.25 million donation was made recently. 1 month ago Penobscot Nation leaders concerned about low COVID-19 vaccination rate and surge of cases As COVID-19 delta variant-fueled coronavirus cases surge in Maine, tribal leaders are concerned the Penobscot Nation’s low vaccination rate could spell disaster for the community.  1 month ago Old Town’s school district the latest to approve universal mask mandate Students and staff in Old Town, Alton and Bradley will be required to wear masks while in school facilities for at least six weeks, according to the reopening plan the RSU 34 school board approved Wednesday night.  Most Read

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