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.
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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.’
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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.
Posted inMaine, News
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 inHealth, News
Flu, norovirus and other illnesses circulating in Maine
Wastewater data is showing ‘high’ levels of norovirus in communities.
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.’
Posted inMaine, News
Maine can still access federal child care funds, but new process to be implemented
The Trump administration announced it will require states to provide more information to access money to make child care more affordable.