Older policies are being allowed to continue in 36 states, while some insurance companies choose to discontinue the old policies that don’t comply with the new federal mandates.
2013
On blocked Belgrade road, neighbors help neighbors survive the black-out
Karen Gibbs gets her power back Thursday after losing it Monday afternoon during the ice storm.
Companies try to temper nasty online comments
Some sites employ moderators while others, including Popular Science, say enough is enough and ban comments altogether.
Augusta-Boston airline picks up award from business group
With federal help, Cape Air provides plane service in the capital city, which business leaders deem a necessity for the region.
Snowy weather snarls traffic on I-95 in Waterville
Temperatures are forecast to rise into the 30s over the weekend.
Gift of life outweighs Christmas Eve setbacks for Freeport couple
Richard Peacock says he’s thankful to be alive after suffering a heart attack while narrowly escaping a fire.
Obama signs bipartisan budget, defense deals
The budget prevents another government shutdown for nearly two more years.
Augusta man upset with Dunkin’ Donuts decision gets more toilets
David Labbe has put up a fence between his home and his 28 commodes, not as many as he initially wanted.
LeBron James wins AP’s Male Athlete of the Year
The Miami Heat star receives 31 of 96 votes cast in a poll of news organizations, beating Peyton Manning (20) and Jimmie Johnson (7).
Husband, wife arrested after assault report in Starks
Chris Gulnick is charged with domestic assault while his wife, Sandra, is arrested on an outstanding warrant, police said.