The Portland graduate students analyzed data from LifeFlight to see where it could cut down the time it takes to get in the air.
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Last year, Maine made assaulting an emergency medical worker a felony. The problem of patient violence remains
Prior to the new law, health care workers filed 167 intentional injury lost time claims in the first 7 months of 2023; 114 were filed in the first 4 months after the law took effect.
Proposed offshore wind port on Sears Island raises new conflicts for coastal Mainers, environmental activists
Residents concerned about both climate change and preservation are conflicted over plans for a facility on Sears Island that could be key to launching Maine’s offshore wind industry.
Gunfire reported Saturday on Blake Street in Lewiston
A gunman and victim reportedly fled the scene Saturday night.
Photo Album: Running in Emily’s memory
Emily’s Run 5K was held Sunday in memory of Emily Fletcher, a graduate of Edward Little High School who died in a car accident in 2004. Proceeds from the run are donated to the Auburn Public Library, the Auburn Nordic Ski Association, The Androscoggin Land Trust, The Stanton Bird Club, Tree Street Youth and New Beginnings. Two college scholarships are also awarded each year in Fletcher’s name.
Salute to cinema underway at 27th Maine International Film Festival in downtown Waterville
MIFF, which opened this weekend, runs through Sunday, July 21, and offers more than 100 films.
Working: Born into an aviation family, Casey McGhee’s career is just taking off
Women still make up less than 5% of the workforce globally among pilots, air traffic controllers and aircraft maintenance technicians.
Maine delegation decries attempted assassination of former President Trump
Maine’s members of Congress wished former President Donald Trump well and lauded the Secret Service response after shots rang out at a campaign event Saturday.
Team offers support to emergency responders after critical incidents
The Franklin County team has members from law enforcement, fire service and emergency medical services, among others.