One health care expert is concerned that lessons learned during the pandemic — the importance of transparency, trust in government and communication between officials, health care systems and citizens — are being forgotten.
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Forecast for National Weather Service in Maine still cloudy
But staff meteorologists admit the interruption of weather balloon launches will undermine the accuracy of the agency’s weather modeling and forecasts.
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Posted inMaine, Nation & World, Politics
Rep. Golden is only Democrat to vote with Republicans as House passes temporary funding bill
The 2nd District congressman broke with the rest of his party’s members, many of whom said they were worried about the discretion that the bill gives the Trump administration on spending decisions.
Posted inLocal Government, Maine, News
Jay to recognize Hollandstrong Community Foundation
The foundation was established after Michael Holland, 25, of Wilton, a graduate of Jay High School, died aboard the SS El Faro when it sank Oct. 1, 2015.
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Republicans in Maine Senate balk at budget compromise
A compromise proposal for funding a MaineCare shortfall failed to get the two-thirds support needed to pass it as emergency legislation Tuesday night in the Senate, sending lawmakers back to the drawing board.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine
Hallowell asks for bids, proposals to renovate historic fire station
This is the second time Hallowell officials have tried to offload the building, but the first attempt solicited only one bid, which the city rejected.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Laurel Libby sues Maine House speaker after being censured over social media post
The Auburn Republican is arguing that her constitutional rights have been violated after Democrats voted to bar her from voting and speaking on the House floor.
Posted inKennebec Journal, Maine, News
Waterville man dies while in Kennebec County jail custody
Cal Jason Sawyer, 41, of Waterville, died Saturday from a medical issue.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, Nation & World, News, Schools and Education
USDA halts millions in funding for University of Maine System
The move temporarily pauses the system’s agricultural research and programs weeks after President Donald Trump threatened to cut funding for Maine because it allows transgender athletes to compete in sports.
Posted inHealth, Maine, Politics
Sen. King demands answers about latest round of Veterans Affairs cuts
A plan to cut hundreds of contracted workers may include a key ‘radiation safety officer’ position and other jobs at the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta.