We owe our nation to people brave enough to strike out for New World, and brave enough to ‘throw off’ British oppressors.
November 2015
How many words is a picture worth, exactly?
Two constants since stem-cell transplant disappear — at least temporarily.
Maine’s few addiction treatment centers have long waiting lists
Lack of funding closes two of state’s treatment centers; high cost of treatment often freezes out those who want help.
New Medicare rule promotes end-of-life talks between doctors and patients
Physicians will be allowed to bill Medicare for discussing terminal diagnoses, hospice care and other issues, to give patients better control over their last months.
What’s the buzz? It’s a growing fleet of drones flying overhead
Remote-controlled aircraft are very popular, but they’re creating safety, security and privacy concerns.
Why not draw straws? Elections are all random anyway
Before insisting that elections really reflect the will of the people, consider how random events — weather, traffic, work schedules and personal interest — factor into whether an individual will vote.