Bates College

Among the 1,500 schools that were ranked, Bowdoin made the top 10 list of the country's best liberal arts colleges, while Colby was among the top 10 most innovative colleges.

The new hires bring years of experience in top positions and a fresh outlook at the various colleges.

Colby, Bates and Bowdoin colleges issued statements in response to last week's Supreme Court ruling against race-conscious admissions programs at Harvard and the University of North Carolina.

The artisanal chocolate maker mixes things up with a new line of baking mixes for home cooks.

Personnel moves from companies, nonprofits and educational institutions around Maine.

Prior to joining the Minnesota Law School, Garry W. Jenkins was a professor of law at the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law for 12 years, including eight years as associate dean for academic affairs.

Assistant Professor Geneva Laurita received a grant that will help study alternatives to the use of heavy metals used in phones and other technology products.

New hires, promotions and achievements from businesses throughout Maine.

Earlier in her career, Leana E. Amáez was a criminal defense attorney in Bronx, N.Y.

The $5,000 fellowships recognize artistic excellence and aim to advance to the careers of Maine artists.