Franklin Memorial Hospital nurse earns new certification

FARMINGTON — Longtime Franklin Memorial Hospital nurse Taffy Davis has been awarded certification in nursing informatics by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This certification is designed for registered nurses who have a strong background in both nursing and informatics, according to a news release from the hospital. Informatics is a specialty that integrates nursing science […]

Auburn woman joins American Water Works Association council

Michelle Clements of Auburn was recently appointed to a three-year term on the American Water Works Association’s Affairs Council, one of six association councils that support the association’s strategic plan. The councils include volunteers from the water sector who work with the association staff in the fields of public information, science and technology, education, government […]

Lewiston advertising firm adds social media manager

LEWISTON — Karli Wedge has joined Rinck Advertising as its social media manager. Wedge brings a wide variety of skills to the position, including social media strategy, brand management and graphic design, according to a news release from the firm.  The Freeport resident graduated from Northern Arizona University earlier this year with a bachelor’s degree […]

Farmington woman joins Franklin Savings Bank board

FARMINGTON — Katherine Yardley recently joined the Franklin Savings Bank board of directors. “We are thrilled to have Kathy join our board of directors,” Tim Thomson, president and CEO of Franklin Savings Bank, said. “Her extensive leadership experience and community knowledge will be invaluable to our organization as we continue to grow and expand our […]

Physician joins Franklin Health Internal Medicine

FARMINGTON — Dr. Liia Doumanovskaia has joined Franklin Health Internal Medicine. Besides primary care, her clinical interests include treatment of acute and chronic health problems, which include high blood pressure, diabetes and lung diseases, and prophylactic measures to support general health. “I am blessed meeting a lot of interesting people working in an outpatient practice. […]

St. Mary’s Health System undergoes leadership transition as President Steven Jorgensen steps down

LEWISTON — Steven Jorgensen, president of St. Mary’s Health System and senior vice president for Covenant Health, plans to retire Dec. 31. He will support St. Mary’s Health System and Covenant Health as senior vice president in an advisory and consulting capacity through the end of the year. Cindy Segar-Miller will join St. Mary’s Health […]

Rich Lowry: The Florida slavery smear

It’s not an endorsement of slavery to point out that slaves looked for every crack in the system to try to improve themselves and gain some autonomy — rather, it’s an endorsement of the initiative and resilience of an oppressed people operating in the worst of circumstances.

Shanna Cox: Affordable Connectivity Program must continue

Closing the digital divide is as important as ever, but a key program to achieving that goal, the Affordable Connectivity Program, is set to end in early 2024. By enabling millions of Americans to get online, including over 86,000 Maine households, the ACP has proven its worth as a crucial driver of economic growth and […]

Stephanie Gelinas: Lewiston needs another term with Mayor Sheline

As a Lewiston city councilor, it has been my pleasure to serve alongside Mayor Carl Sheline. I have watched his relentless support of our city play out as he attends a multitude of community events each day. He regularly checks in with many businesses to see how they are doing and speaks positively about the […]

Editorial cartoon for Tuesday, Aug. 1