Although expansion eases overcrowding and costs in the short term, county officials say another solution will be needed.
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Riverview patient shot during confrontation with Augusta police asks to be released from state custody
The appeal of Jason Begin, 38, was heard Wednesday by the Maine Supreme Judicial Court.
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Trump, background checks helped fuel decisive win for Poliquin in 2nd District
Along with Bruce Poliuqin’s re-election, support for Donald Trump and opposition to universal background checks point to a growing conservative stronghold in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District.
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Maine Med postpones elective surgeries over suspected case of fatal disease
A patient suspected of having the rare and always fatal prion disease is being tested at a national lab.
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Clerks report high turnout, some problems on Election Day
Long lines were the result of problems with the electronic ballot scanning machines, according to several municpal officials.
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Voters choose Ken Mason to be Kennebec County sheriff
Mason had been appointed by the governor to fill the vacancy, then withdrew his name after Democrats objected, only to run for the office.
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Election of Lessing, Champagne changes dynamics of Waterville City Council
Mayor Nick Isgro says the addition of another Republican councilor will provide ‘more balance’ to council discussions.
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Clinton, Obama urge supporters to give Trump ‘a chance to lead’
In her concession speech, Hillary Clinton strikes a magnanimous tone and says she hopes the Republican president-elect will be successful.
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These adorable animals want to help you relax after a long, ugly election season
It’s been a long, trying election season for everyone. We hope some photos of our pets help you feel OK about things.
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With Trump headed for the White House, what will Susan Collins do?
Maine’s senior senator could play a key role, but her spot is a tough one: Fall in line behind a president she didn’t want or thumb her nose at a party she cares deeply about.