Health care providers already facing fiscal strain say that delays to MaineCare payments would exacerbate the situation and could have impacts on patient care.
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Maine State Police lay to rest K9 Preacher, killed in line of duty
Maine State Police gathered Wednesday to pay respect to K9 Preacher, who was shot during a standoff in Portage Lake in Aroostook County earlier this month.
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Tesla files building permits for Portland dealership
The automaker hasn’t formally announced plans to expand into Maine, but a building permit says the site would be an auto dealership and service center for the company run by Elon Musk.
Posted inCommunity
The Way It Was in Skowhegan: Week of Feb. 17-24
Showcasing what happened in the Skowhegan-area on this date for the week of Feb. 17-24.
Posted inMaine, News
11 people from Kittery day care released from hospital after potential carbon monoxide poisoning
All of the patients were discharged from Portsmouth Regional Hospital Wednesday night, a hospital spokesperson said.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Recreational cannabis brought in millions last year. Maine towns could finally get a cut.
The Legislature is considering 2 bills that would implement revenue sharing across the state’s recreational cannabis industry.
Posted inCommunity
The Way It Was in Hallowell: Week of Feb. 17-24
Showcasing what happened in the Hallowell-area on this date for the week of Feb. 17-24.
Posted inCommunity, Local Government, Schools and Education
Farmington-based school board facing key decisions in setting budget
Regional School Unit 9 directors tackle priorities in light of higher wages and benefit increases.
Posted inBusiness
Farmington woman joins Waterville’s HealthReach board
Susan Tedrick will serve on the organization’s Community Health Centers’ Governing board of directors.
Posted inMaine, News
Franklin County commissioners recognize employees for seizure response at courthouse
“When things like that happen, it takes a special person to just not run away but to jump into action,” Chairman Bob Carlton said.