In recognition of outstanding patient care, Christina Whelpley and Courtney Barry recently received the DAISY Award and BEE Award, respectively, at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital. The DAISY Award is an international program that celebrates the extraordinary clinical skills and compassionate care given by registered nurses every day. The hospital’s BEE Award recognizes all the other staff […]
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Trump chooses TV doctor Mehmet Oz to lead Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Earlier Tuesday, the president-elect also tapped Wall Street executive and campaign adviser Howard Lutnick to lead the Commerce Department.
Belfast church suing University of Maine System over rescinded bid to purchase Hutchinson Center
The University of Maine had chosen to sell its former Belfast campus to Calvary Chapel Belfast in August, but rescinded the offer after complaints from the community about the bidding process.
Maine sees 9% drop in tourists compared to last summer
While the number of visitors declined, the per-person spending increased.
University of Maine at Augusta ranks first in Maine for veterans
Best for Vets: Colleges rankings is the largest and most comprehensive annual list recognizing the top colleges and universities for military service members and veterans.
Report finds that America is catching and eating a little less fish
America ate a little bit less seafood in 2022, as per capita consumption fell about 3% to 19.8 pounds in 2022, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s ‘Fisheries of the United States’ report.
The Associated Press to cut 8% of its workforce, accelerate digital-first news
The AP said less than half of the anticipated cuts would involve its news employees, with the bulk happening within the United States.
Sugarloaf Mountain looks for earlier start to seasons with additional snowmaking upgrades
Warmer temperatures and lack of precipitation force ski resorts to make snow; plan ahead to maximize winter season.
U.S. nearly doubles number of temporary work visas, giving hope to Maine hospitality industry
Maine’s hotels and restaurants are always looking for available employees and will welcome the additional workers with H-2B visas, an industry spokeswoman said.
Hannaford back online, but questions remain about cybersecurity issue
The grocery store did not say whether customer data was affected.