Make reservations now for Fall Conference in Auburn

A full day of events is planned for the MPA’s Fall Conference on Oct. 18, including editorial round-table discussions, a photo & video Help Desk, and advertising sessions focused on keeping it fresh and what’s hot in digital (see accompanying article).
The conference registration form can be downloaded from the MPA’s website:http://mainepress.wordpress.com/. Registration deadline is September 26.
We’re compiling the last of the judges’ comments for the 2014 Maine Press Association Better Newspaper contest and plan to begin notifying winners later this week.
Meanwhile, The Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch is taking room reservations for MPA members and guests. The MPA has a special group rate of $129 a night, good for the nights of Oct. 17-18. The deadline for room reservations is September 26.
To make reservations online, go to auburnriverwatch.hgi.comand use group/convention code: MEPRSS or call the hotel directly at 207-784-4433 and ask for the ME Press Association group rate.