Maine courts need more resources, new approaches to help clear backlog
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Unionized nurses demand Presque Isle hospital hire more staff
Bargaining team members for the A.R. Gould nurses (from left) Morgan Flewelling, Berta McDonald, Lori McPherson and Nicole Bridges on
Read MoreWolfden mining company woos locals despite missing crucial deadline
While Wolfden was garnering non-binding support from towns in order to attract investors, the Canadian mining exploration company missed a
Read MoreMaine foreclosure rates declined sharply in the 1st quarter
Maine is bucking the national trend of rising residential foreclosure filings, ranking in the bottom fifth among other U.S. states
Read MoreSAD 17 presents proposed 2023-24 budget
Decreases in state and federal funding and COVID-related grants amid rising expenses result in higher local assessments ranging from 3%-11%.Read
Read MoreCounty EMA director recognized for 19 years of service
FARMINGTON – Tim Hardy, Director of the Franklin County Emergency Management Agency, was recognized for 19 years of service during
Read MoreTall Pines to close skilled nursing facility, expand assisted living capacity
The Tall Pines long-term care complex in Belfast will transition to new ownership on June 1 and close its skilled
Read MoreTroy Jackson’s opponent retains Allagash office after recount
For the second time in two weeks Karie Kelly defeated Maine Senate President Troy Jackson for a first selectman position in
Read MoreNational Disability Provider Association names Cain recipient of 2023 ANCOR DSP of the Year for Maine award
BANGOR — The American Network of Community Options and Resources has announced Stella Cain, a direct support professional at OHI,
Read MoreLearn to grow your own shiitakes with Franklin County Extension
FARMINGTON – University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a workshop on mushroom production on Tuesday, May 9, 5:30 p.m.
Read MoreCaribou firefighters remember captain as compassionate mentor and friend
CARIBOU, Maine – For those who knew him, Daniel “Danny” Raymond was more than a captain for Caribou Fire &
Read MoreCommunity volunteers are reopening a crucial link to Caribou’s past
CARIBOU, Maine — No matter where Caribou natives settle down, many remember the small city’s hometown feel. That sense of
Read MoreCoffeehouse inside LL Bean’s flagship Freeport store closing by June
FREEPORT, Maine — Coffee By Design will reportedly close its coffeehouse located in the L.L. Bean flagship store in Freeport.
Read MoreMainers are waiting a year for dementia evaluations
BANGOR, Maine — Roughly 600 Mainers around the state are waiting a year to get an evaluation at Northern Light
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