I used to think the gold standard for American health care reform would be a “universal” or “single payer” system similar to Canada’s, where everyone is covered, there are no bills to consumers, and government directs spending to providers. Canada’s system is called Medicare. It started when our Medicare did, in 1965, and become nationwide […]
2023
Commentary: Much thought led to recommending Sears Island for offshore wind port
Of the sites under consideration, it’s the cheapest to develop, it wouldn’t require dredging and it’s specifically designated as a potential port.
Commentary: We must continue to strengthen mental health services for Maine’s kids
Don’t allow our youth experiencing behavioral and mental health crises to continue to languish in emergency rooms and jails.
Sept. 14, 1996: Gardiner fire chief says O.C. Woodman building in violation of several codes and poses danger, Litchfield to decide police agency’s fate, and an Augusta painter parodies the noted
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Obituary: Ruth Annette Bourque
WATERVILLE – Ruth Annette Bourque passed away surrounded by family on Sept. 10, 2023 at MaineGeneral Medical Center, just days shy …
Obituary: Virgil C. Oliver
MADISON – Virgil C. Oliver, 80, passed away at Maplecrest Nursing Home in Madison after a long battle with cancer on …
Obituary: Michael A. Higgins
SOUTH CHINA – Michael A. Higgins of South China, Maine, passed away peacefully with loving family by his side at Glenridge …
Death Notice: Ruth Annette Bourque
Bourque, Ruth Annette 93, of Waterville, Sept. 10. Mass of Christian Burial, St. John the Baptist Church, Winslow, 9 a.m., …
Death Notice: Virgil C. Oliver
Oliver, Virgil C. 80, of Madison, Sept. 1. Committal service, Sunset Cemetery, North Anson, Sept. 16t, 11 a.m.. Celebration will follow …