We all respond differently to the agonies of winter, writes Mark LaFlamme.
Maine
Local and state news from the Sun Journal.
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Cold start to winter pushes Maine wood heat demand
December’s colder temperatures have pushed wood demand, while other fuels’ availability and prices remain stable.
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Emergency calls are on the rise. Not enough Mainers are answering.
Maine’s firefighter shortage is part of a national problem, but the state’s size, rural makeup and aging population complicate matters — and the solutions are proving elusive.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Western Maine doctors swamped by flu: ‘Perfect storms’
‘Not a great time,’ one health care provider said. ‘Get your flu shot.’
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine legalized iGaming. Will tribes actually benefit?
Wabanaki chiefs praised Gov. Janet Mills’ move, but the existing gambling landscape and a people’s veto effort add wrinkles to the change.
Posted inFood, Leslie Bridgers, Life & Culture, Maine, News
Strangers met for dinner at 5 Portland restaurants. Despite our fears, it was fun. | Column
Based on personal traits and dining preferences, The Maine Dinner Club matches people up to share a meal out. It wasn’t as awkward as you might think.
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Farmington vigil mourns Minneapolis mother killed by ICE agent
More than 30 people gathered under the Meetinghouse Park gazebo to honor Renee Good, who was shot and killed Wednesday.
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Serious injuries reported in 3-vehicle crash in Hebron
Emergency crews immediately called for a LifeFlight of Maine helicopter, although that request was later canceled.
Posted inMaine, News, Schools & Education
New St. Dominic high school location in Lewiston to hold an open house; Claude Berube named to lead
The opening of the school this coming fall will complete a more than yearlong effort to replace St. Dom’s by parents, alumni and supporters.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
L.L.Bean taps retail executive as new president, CEO
Greg Elder, who joined the Freeport-based company in 2007, says he ‘believes in the power of the outdoors to bring people together.’