Multiple studies have shown an increase in deadly vehicle crashes just after the shift to daylight saving time. Still, one study found it was offset by a decrease in pedestrian and bicyclist deaths, while another study found no effect.
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Lewiston hospital to end trauma center status over ‘burdensome costs’
The move will leave Maine with 2 trauma centers, but CMMC officials say patients won’t ‘notice much of a change.’
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Maine, Things to Do
13 Maine sports bars where you can catch the big game
Find places to watch with friends and have a beer and a bite in Portland, Falmouth, Brunswick, Lewiston-Auburn, Waterville and Winslow.
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Maine winter looking meh, forecasters say
The National Weather Service is forecasting average temperatures and slightly below average precipitation.
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Maine judge finds DA’s office acted in ‘bad faith’ as prosecutors buckle under high caseloads
Three recent examples show how cases can languish or prompt sanctions when prosecutors fail to to turn over discovery.
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Food pantries in Lewiston, Auburn gear up amid uncertainy over SNAP benefits
Already burdened food pantries could see an uptick in need if food stamp benefits are not issued in November.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, News
Elderly couple in Gray recovers $19,500 from online fraud
Scammers convinced the couple they needed to return money that was supposedly deposited into their account by accident, police said.
Posted inLife & Culture, Maine
Climate change theater inspires audience in Freeport
Six plays performed outside spoke of oysters, orcas and opportunities to combat climate change.
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Maine doctor heals military special forces members with spine surgeries
Dr. Lynn McGrath of Mercy Hospital volunteers with Return to Duty, which helps active duty or retired special forces members access less-invasive spine surgeries.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
Auburn teacher honored for meeting students’ emotional needs: ‘When they have fears, we address them’
Christine Samson has taught in the Auburn school system for 33 years, the past 18 at Sherwood Heights.