“Open Maine Back Up” is a nonbinding measure that recommends the expansion of available testing, the continued protection of the elderly and the removal of the stay-at-home order.
Steve Sherlock
Mechanic Falls moves public budget hearing to June 1
The Town Council hopes for a live audience by then.
Veterans still receiving urgent care, including cancer treatments, at VA Maine
The center at Togus and the outpatient clinics throughout the state have limited face-to-face visits unless the procedure is time-sensitive or any delay would risk the health of the veteran.
Lewiston’s Memorial Day parade and ceremony canceled
The new memorial granite marker with 216 names of veterans will be dedicated in the fall.
Mechanic Falls makes few cuts to proposed 2020-21 budget
A total of $1,900 was lopped off by the Budget Committee and Town Council.
Mechanic Falls holding budget hearing Monday
The tax rate would increase by 25 cents if voters approve the proposed spending.
Local governments not ready to mandate masks on store employees
All Brunswick employees in banks, shops and stores must wear masks if they have face-to-face interaction with the public.
What you need to know if you haven’t received your federal aid check
Social Security and Veteran Affairs recipients will receive their money the same way they receive benefits.
Virtual simulation replaces clinical training for nursing students
The COVID-19 outbreak forced hospitals to suspend clinical training nursing students relied on to complete their studies.
Mechanic Falls cannot extend deadline for property taxes payment
Calling the action a “sympathetic gesture” Town Manager Zakk Maher says the town does not have the authority to extend the date for 60 days.