The former head of the Lewiston-based health system said in January that the new owners were ‘going to maintain local leadership.’ He was replaced the day after the acquisition.
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A Democratic official flagged potential problems with MaineCare. Mills is pushing back.
State Auditor Matt Dunlap’s fresh findings about MaineCare financial controls drew pushback from Gov. Janet Mills’ administration. Both Democrats are seeking higher office this year.
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Posted inMaine, News, Rumford Falls Times
Rumford proposes 5.59% increase in 2026-27 town budget
Spending plan includes significant 1-year reduction in capital spending.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education, The Franklin Journal, The Rangeley Highlander
Kingfield residents discuss possible new school district budget
The Kingfield School Options Committee presented a proposed budget for a new school district to residents March 24.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine, News
Applications for Maine’s new paid family leave program open Monday
The program, which will start paying out benefits on May 1, provides up to 12 weeks of pay for Mainers to take medical, parental, military or safety leave.
Posted inMaine, News
Number of children in Maine in state custody continues to drop
A state official credits the decline in part to a renewed focus on preventing abuse and neglect.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Need a seat? Bethel’s got a few.
A dumpster full of chairs on Broad Street was a little less full on the second day.
Posted inCommunity, Maine, News, The Bethel Citizen
Bethel gets in the spirit of Easter
The Town Office is showing it’s colors this week, and they are shades of pastel.
Posted inMaine, News
Mystery Photo for March 29, 2026
Correctly guess where this photo was taken and you could win a $25 Hannaford Supermarket gift card.
Posted inMaine, News
Eid celebration, Maine Maple Sunday Weekend, spring sports & snow focus of week in photos
Sun Journal photographers select some of their favorite images March 20-26, 2026.