Critics say the minimum staffing levels are unrealistic and an unfunded mandate that will further burden the state’s nursing homes, many of which are at risk of closing or downsizing because of worker shortages.
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The world’s largest 3D printer is at UMaine. It just unveiled an even bigger one
The printer’s frame fills up the large building in which it’s housed on the Orono campus, and can print objects 96 feet long by 32 feet wide by 18 feet high.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Gov. Mills signs bill protecting providers of abortion and gender-affirming care
The proposal drew significant debate in the Legislature this session as well as opposition from out-of-state Republican attorneys general who called it ‘constitutionally defective.’
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Proposal for separate child welfare department dies after Maine House fails to take action
The measure passed the Senate in a bipartisan 22-8 vote but was never taken up in the House. ‘We could have at least had the conversation,’ said the bill’s sponsor.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Sagadahoc deputy says Army downplayed concerns about Lewiston shooter
Aaron Skolfield defended his actions in an interview Monday and said Robert Card’s Army superiors misled him about the threat he posed.
Posted inOxford Hills
Run for the Son set for Otisfield venue May 4
New England chapters of the Christian Motorcyclists Association gathering for annual fundraiser.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Madison residents, officials object to planned clinic offering methadone
Acadia Healthcare is under contract to buy 2 Old Point Ave., the former Taylor’s Drug Store, where it plans to open a behavioral health clinic offering medication-assisted treatment and other services.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Maine
Cumberland singer Julia Gagnon advances to top 10 on ‘American Idol’
After advancing to the top 12 on Sunday, Gagnon sang ‘Something in the Orange’ by Zach Bryan on Monday night, earning a place in the top 10.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Lewiston Youth Advisory Council hosts panel discussion on substance use
Four panelists and guest speaker Sean Leclair, six years sober, spoke on the effects of substance use on the body and mind and on family and friends.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Gov. Mills signs $430 million supplemental budget into law
The budget bill includes funding for storm relief, investments in affordable and emergency housing, a new minimum wage for education technicians and school support staff, and more.