LEWISTON — A teenager was charged with assault and another teen with theft Wednesday in connection with an incident at Speaker’s Variety that left the store owner with a broken wrist. The boys, both 16, were charged after police consulted with the Androscoggin County District Attorney’s Office about the Nov. 3 assault at the Spruce […]
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Young Americans say online bullying a serious problem
WETHERSFIELD, Conn. (AP) — Teens and young adults say cyberbullying is a serious problem for people their age, but most don’t think they’ll be the ones targeted for digital abuse. That’s according to a new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research and MTV, which also finds that about half of both […]
All 12 boys, their coach rescued from Thai cave
MAE SAI, Thailand (AP) — A daring rescue mission in the treacherous confines of a flooded cave in northern Thailand has saved all 12 boys and their soccer coach who were trapped deep within the labyrinth, ending a grueling 18-day ordeal that claimed the life of an experienced diver and riveted people around the world. […]
Teen Summer Reading Program kickoff to feature Chicks with Sticks
AUBURN — Within this summer’s theme, “Libraries Rock,” teens at Auburn Public Library will focus their attention on music — whether it be reading books about music in the Pizza & Pages Book Club, watching (and singing along to) musicals, or attending programs involving singing and dancing. The kickoff event this year takes place at […]
State pushes to loosen teen work rules, but labor advocates have concerns
Morgan Jackson started earning a paycheck when she was 12, picking strawberries on a neighbor’s farm in Scarborough. These days she scoops at Beal’s Ice Cream on Veranda Street in Portland, in between studying for three advance-placement classes at Scarborough High School and training as a kickboxer — she also has a black belt in […]
May teen activities, summer reading program coming to APL
AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library has announced May activities for teens. Unless otherwise noted, programs are for teens, ages 12 to 18. Maine Job Corps for Teens and New Adults, ages 16 to 24: For the opportunity to take part in a life-changing experience, contact Cathie Gavett of the Maine Job Corps, 207-458-5369, to […]
Auburn library to continue offering Teen Life Skills Series in January
AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library will present a Teen Life Skills Series for the fifth time. Each month, the APL will host programs that offer important life skills for teens. The 2018 series will begin on Tuesday, Jan. 9, with a four-part program on nutrition. Teens are invited to learn about healthy eating by […]
Teen activities to include homework help, games at library
AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library has announced teen events for January. Maine Job Corps: Teens and new adults, ages 16 to 24, may obtain information on the Job Corps by contacting Cathie Gavett at 207-458-5369 to find out more about the program and who is eligible. She will arrange a mutually convenient time to […]
Teens to see 'Christmas Story,' get homework help at Auburn Public Library
AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library has announced the December schedule for teen activities. Maine Job Corps: Those ages 16 to 24 interested in serving in the Job Corps may contact Cathie Gavett at 207-458-5369 to find out more about the program and who is eligible. She will arrange a mutually convenient time to meet at […]
APL teen June events include end-of-school-year celebration
AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library has announced the June teen calendar. Maine Job Corps for teens and new adults, ages 16-24: Contact Hanya Phillips of the Maine Job Corps, 207-450- 0216, to find out more about the program and who is eligible. She will arrange a time to meet at the library. Teens! Friday […]