A roundup of the issues making news this week in central Maine

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Expansion, managed care could bring a number of health and economic benefits.

Escapes shouldn’t be a captial offense for low-risk inmates.

The growing epidemic should be viewed in a broader context of opiate abuse.

Natural resource-based businesses like the fishery won’t succeed without tough enforcement.

Safety should be No. 1 consideration, but water quality is important, too.

DHHS program waiting lists are not a legitimate part of the MaineCare expansion debate.

Quick takes on the issues making news this week in central Maine …