It will bring support services to Bangor, while another program is expanding HIV and AIDS services to all but 2 counties in Maine.
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Lyme disease cases surge in Maine this year, surpassing record set in 2024
The ongoing drought doesn’t appear to have harmed tick populations in Maine.
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Do more than 10,000 Maine children lack health insurance? | Fact brief
Maine has the highest rate of uninsured children in New England, according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
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170,000 Mainers won’t get November SNAP benefits. Blame the shutdown.
About 12.5% of Maine’s residents use the assistance program previously known as food stamps, which is already facing historic cuts included in the Republican budget bill passed over the summer.
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Mechanic Falls man pedals state in support of resurrected Pine Tree Trail
‘I can see this as a huge opportunity to create an adventure for bicyclists and e-bikers,’ Jeremy Chapman said.
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5 things to think about as you age in Maine
Here’s some advice and resources on housing, wills, health care directives, driving and volunteer services.
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How older Mainers decide when to downsize, stop driving or ask for help
There are ways to prepare for the difficult decisions people may need to make as they get older and become unable to live as independently as they once did.
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Where older Mainers can get deals and discounts
There are reduced prices available for a wide range of offerings, including park passes, train fares and movie tickets.
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Key resources for older Mainers
Whether you’re looking for a ride to appointments or opportunities to volunteer, these groups can help you.
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Former workers say they reported abuse, neglect at Waterville nursing home
Mount Joseph, now facing a lawsuit over the 2021 death of a resident, has been investigated by the state over complaints of inadequate staffing and alleged abuse.