Maine’s firefighter shortage is part of a national problem, but the state’s size, rural makeup and aging population complicate matters — and the solutions are proving elusive.
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Posted inLocal & State, News
When Maine warming centers can’t keep up with demand: ‘We are tasked with life and death decisions’
Advocates say overnight facilities are essential in Maine, but services are limited and it is increasingly difficult to meet the need in communities, including those in York County.
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Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
UMaine-Farmington men’s basketball enjoying turnaround
The Beavers are 11-3 this season with three players among the leaders in Division III statistical categories.
Posted inGirls Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
Same 5, different order in Varsity Maine girls hockey poll
Edward Little co-op back at No. 1.
Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Top 2 unchanged in Varsity Maine girls basketball poll
Cheverus and Mt. Ararat have been ranked No. 1 and 2, respectively, in every poll this season.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Bowdoin men’s hockey captures Lobster Pot with third-period outburst
The Polar Bears score four times in the third to defeat UNE in the final of the inaugural tournament.
Posted inHealth, News
Maine abortion providers to ask state lawmakers for more funding
The request seeks to offset the Trump administration’s efforts to cut federal funding for Planned Parenthood of Northern New England and Maine Family Planning.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Life & Culture, Things to Do
Enjoy Maine on a budget with 17 free or cheap things to do
Don’t sleep on these bargains, including several colleges that offer free admission to their art galleries.
Posted inField Hockey, Sports, Varsity Maine
Meet the 2025 Varsity Maine All-State field hockey team
There are nine seniors on this list of players who enjoyed excellent seasons this fall.
Posted inHealth, Local & State, News, Schools and Education
UNE launching effort to train medical workers on addiction treatment for rural Mainers
A 4-year, $1.6 million grant will allow the university to expand programs designed to equip health care providers to respond to the ongoing opioid crisis.