Public transit options currently meet only about 11% of the state’s total transportation needs, according to a recent report.
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Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
Organizers behind Lewiston’s permanent shelter eye alternate locations
Negotiations to purchase the former Schemengee’s Bar & Grille on Lincoln Street have taken longer than anticipated, and those involved say other locations are being explored.
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Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine fabric, crafts shops fill the void left after retailer Joann’s bankruptcy
Local store owners say they have already seen new customers coming in to shop for fabric, yarn and other craft supplies.
Posted inMaine
Providers fear Medicaid cuts could worsen Maine’s health care access crisis
Tens of thousands of residents in the state could lose health insurance under the budget proposal before Congress.
Posted inAndroscoggin County, bPlus, Franklin
Livermore woman works hard to maintain ATV trails | Face Time
‘The day the trails can open and people can get out riding is always a great day of the season,’ said Ashley Langlin-Hebert, president of Brettuns Wheelers ATV Club.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine
Lewiston’s SEARCH program has given seniors 50 years of support
The Portland Diocese program pairs volunteers with older residents who need a little support, transportation or just good company.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Maine, News
4-year-old boy dies of gunshot wound in Lewiston
Police said they were called to 93 Pierce St. at about 4:55 a.m. for a report that a child had been shot.
Posted inFranklin, Maine, The Franklin Journal
Blue Star Highway Marker dedication in Farmington part of Memorial Day services
Memorial Day services will also be held in Chesterville, Weld and two other Farmington locations.
Posted inHealth, Maine, News
Suicide prevention signage installed on Piscataqua River Bridge
The new signage follows 3 suicides in less than 2 weeks, which has alarmed local residents and mental health advocates.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Maine
As Maine diversifies, so does its health care workforce
The number of workers in health care in Maine identifying as non-White is up 143% in the past decade.