Maine’s Republican senator said Monday that she has asked the Office of Management and Budget not to pursue mass layoffs of federal workers, something the White House has threatened.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Outdoors
Maine officials urge caution, training after recent slew of water emergencies
A decline in swimming education, a lack of lifeguards and water temperatures that are often icy cold even when it’s hot out are all risk factors that swimmers and boaters should consider.
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Posted inHealth, Lewiston-Auburn, News
‘One Lewiston’ blood drive to be held in honor of Oct. 25 victims
Just one unit of blood can save more than one person’s life, according to the American Red Cross.
Posted inHealth, Maine
Red Cross facing blood shortage, asking Mainers for more donations
The American Red Cross’ blood inventory fell more than 25% in July, the national agency announced Monday, but the demand for blood has remained constant.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, News
Red Cross assisting tenants of Thursday blaze in Auburn
The cause is being investigated by Auburn fire and police departments.
Posted inThe Franklin Journal
Partnership provides smoke detectors for Farmington homes
A partnership among American Red Cross, the local DAR chapter and Farmington Fire Rescue Department installed new smoke detectors Saturday morning, Jan. 14, in thirteen homes in Farmington.
Posted inMaine
Mainers worry about loved ones in Hurricane Ian’s path
In the aftermath of the storm, some Mainers are relieved to be able to connect with family in Florida while others were on the ground helping.
Posted inbPlus
Lewiston’s Phyllis Rand — Red Cross volunteer goes where she’s needed
Face Time: For more than a decade, Rand has left family, friends, her full-time job, and the comforts of home at a moment’s notice to help those affected by hurricanes, floods and wildfires.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn
Photo: Competition leads to blood donation in Auburn
The Battle of the Badges, an annual blood donation hosted by the Auburn Police and Fire departments, encourages donors to vote for their favorite department.