The state anticipates getting more than $230 million through 2038 from settlements with opioid manufacturers, distributors and other sources to prevent and fight addiction.
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California nonprofit can acquire Central Maine Healthcare in Lewiston, state says
Prime Healthcare Foundation has vowed to invest $150 million in the system, but state officials have conditions.
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Holiday events to keep Mainers feeling merry and bright
Mark your calendars for theatrical productions, parades, light displays and more.
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MaineHousing announces more than 300 affordable apartments for older adults, families
The agency has now financed more than 1,000 units in the last 12 months.
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High school playoffs, autumn strolls, Revere and Son bell installation makes up the Week in Photos
Here are some of our favorite Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel photos from Nov. 14-21, 2025. View more Week in Photos galleries Purchase photos from the Kennebec Journal & Morning Sentinel Sign up for Maine Lens our monthly photo newsletter.
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Surveillance cameras leave Lewiston open to liability nightmare | Letter
Lewiston’s ill-conceived experiment with Flock surveillance cameras should conclude at the end of the trial period. Aside from the personal privacy invasions that most city councilors seemed to ignore or willfully misunderstand, there are very practical issues that should make all citizens and law enforcement wary. First is the issue of accountability. It would be […]
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Hearts of Pine announce start of 2026 roster
Twelve of the original players, including leading scorer Ollie Wright and captain Mikey Lopez, will be back along with coach Bobby Murphy and his staff.
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How a Maine couple gave their $1.3 million retirement savings to bitcoin scammers
Larry and Barbara Cook are risking public embarrassment to spare others from a similar trauma. In the process, they’re helping to rewrite federal and state income tax laws related to fraud losses.
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Republican lawmakers request review of driver’s licenses for noncitizens following deadly crashes
Rep. Amy Arata and Sen. Bruce Bickford are asking for a review of whether noncitizens have been improperly issued driver’s licenses following two crashes in which federal authorities said the drivers overstayed tourist visas.
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What does your CMP bill pay for?
As electricity rates continue to climb, here’s where the money ends up.