The West Paris Water District’s intake system is pumping about 90,000 gallons a day into its reservoir after major repairs to the electrical panel and pump motor. Thursday, the Maine Drinking Water Program cancelled the boil water order it instituted Aug. 9.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Novartis sues Maine over federal drug discount program
The New Jersey pharmaceutical manufacturer filed the lawsuit in federal court in Portland over the program that allows hospitals and community health centers to get some medications at discount prices.
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Posted inMaine, News
Wildfires are burning across Maine as dry spell adds to increasing danger
Fire officials are urging caution because circumstances are unlikely to improve soon, with much of the state facing dry conditions and no significant rainfall in the near-term forecast.
Posted inElections, Maine, News, The Franklin Journal
Farmington plans to move Nov. 4 voting to vacant store
The temporary voting place, a former Family Dollar, is needed because the Farmington Community Center is under construction.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Lewiston volunteers gear up for backpack distribution
Maine Family Federal Credit Union volunteers filled 2,500 bags to give to children across Androscoggin, Oxford and Franklin counties.
Posted inMaine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Rescue crews save man after fall at Screw Auger Falls in Grafton Township
Brexton Getchell, 21, of Unity, sustained serious injuries in the fall, the Maine Warden Service says.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
A fox in Waterville tested positive for rabies. Here’s how to stay safe.
State data shows cases in Maine this year of the viral disease are tracking below average.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
What should Lewiston look for in its next police chief? | Reader query
David St. Pierre is stepping down after 33 years with the Lewiston Police Department, and the city will soon start the process to find his replacement.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Work requirements would strip MaineCare from thousands. Who are they?
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services officials estimate more than 31,000 Mainers could lose insurance in the first year of the new work requirements.
Posted inFact Brief, Maine, News
Does Maine law prohibit medical billing over 6 months after the service date? | Fact brief
Legislation passed by the Maine Legislature in 2020 focuses on preventing ‘surprise’ medical bills.