Human rights advocates say the country’s regulations lack necessary safeguards, devalue the lives of disabled people and are prompting doctors and health workers to suggest the procedure to those who might not otherwise consider it.
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Posted inMaine, News
Cumberland DA won’t charge officers in Long Creek use-of-force cases
Jonathan Sahrbeck declined to release a copy of a report on the independent investigation on the altercations last summer, but felt confident after reviewing it that the use of force was reasonable.
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Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Part of Farmington Fair Exhibition Hall removed
Estimated to be about 100 years old, the section of the Exhibition Hall closest to the racetrack was torn down Wednesday, Aug. 10, after it was determined needed repairs would be too expensive.
Posted inUncategorized
Affordable housing, shelter space coming to Farmington through federal funds
Western Maine Community Action was awarded nearly $7 million from the American Rescue Plan Act to convert two properties to affordable housing and emergency shelter for housing-insecure people.
Posted inUncategorized
RSU 9 amends strategic-planning timeline
Regional School Unit 9 Superintendent Chris Elkington told the Board of Directors the new plan will hopefully ease stress and foster involvement from staff, students, families and the local community.
Posted inNew England Patriots, Sports
Patriots notebook: James White, hero in Super Bowl rally, retires
James White, 30, won three Super Bowls in eight seasons – all with the Patriots.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine’s gas prices fall, but remain higher than national average
There is no clear reason why Maine’s average price is about 40 cents higher than the national average of $3.99, but several industry experts said the Northeast generally has higher gas prices than the rest of the nation.
Posted inNation & World, New England
Juvenile charged with murder in shootings of New Hampshire woman, 2 young sons
The child has been charged under juvenile law in connection with the killings of the woman, who was 25, and boys who were 1 and 4 years old.
Posted inMaine Crime, News
Avon woman faces federal drug charge
Brandice M. Dotolo, 39, is accused of using and maintaining drug premises in 2020.
Posted inPortland Sea Dogs, Sports
Sea Dogs rally once again for third straight win over Richmond
Portland scores five runs in the bottom of the eighth inning and holds on for a 6-5 victory.