The change — immediately criticized by pediatric health advocates — eliminates a program that allowed parents to fill out a form at the hospital to secure a Social Security number for their children.
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Posted inMaine, News
Federal government announces, then hits pause on, plan to sell 4 buildings in Maine
The federal government had posted a list of more than 300 ‘non-core’ properties slated to be sold that included the US Custom House in Portland and 3 other federal properties across the state.
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Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Politics
Maine lawmakers, public health advocates seek tighter oversight of medical cannabis
The state’s medical market lacks the same safeguards for contaminant testing as its recreational counterpart.
Posted inHealth, Maine, Politics
Maine lawmaker wants MaineCare to cover Ozempic and other weight loss drugs
The Mills administration is opposed to the legislation, citing the cost of the popular drugs.
Posted inMaine colleges, Sports
Cooper Flagg, Duke basketball prep for showdown in finale
After a memorable home finale against Wake Forest, Flagg and the Blue Devils prep for a rematch with North Carolina.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine Trust for Local News will reduce some print editions, lay off workers
The changes include distribution cutbacks designed to reflect the continued shift toward digital readership, as well as 50 full- and part-time layoffs companywide.
Posted inMaine, Maine Crime, Politics
Maine lawmakers once again weigh creating trial deadlines in criminal cases
This is the 3rd time lawmakers are considering a ‘speedy trial’ bill that would force courts to dismiss cases if a defendant waits too long for trial.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News, Schools & Education
Maine child care workers to strike Tuesday over proposed cuts to state stipend
At least 200 child care workers were planning to leave work and head to Augusta to protest proposed cuts to a program they say has been critical to stabilizing the industry.
Posted inCommunity, Connections
Nonresident snowmobile weekend set for Maine March 7-9
Trails are expected to have increased traffic, especially in areas near Maine’s borders.
Posted inMaine, Schools & Education
Foley to stay on as school superintendent in Winthrop
Becky Foley, who has served since last September as the interim superintendent of the town’s public schools, has agreed to remain superintendent of schools for another three years.