STATE — Maine Tree Foundation, an Augusta-based non-profit focused on environmental education, announces the search for a new executive director. This vital organization educates and advocates for the sustainable use of the forest, and the ecological, economic, and social health of Maine’s forest community. Now in its 33rd year, Maine Tree is the sponsor of […]
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Using artistic expression to heal
BETHEL — Joy Cromwell believes that creativity is important in our lives and she uses creative expression as means to help people coping with anxiety, depression, or trauma. “Too often we treat creativity as something supplemental,” Cromwell says. “But being in touch with your creativity helps you get in touch with your feelings in a […]
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Mahoosuc Community Broadband Committee update
BETHEL — As the Mahoosuc Community Broadband Committee develops options for expanding high-speed internet, one important consideration is affordability. We know that cost and broadband adoption are inextricably linked, and we want everyone who wants internet service to feel there is an option they can afford. That said, there is no universal or standard definition […]
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Greenwood selectman discuss new bylaws
GREENWOOD — The Greenwood Board of Selectmen met Jan. 4 to discuss bylaws. Selectmen determined that now that they have a procedure for Zoom to adopt it into the Selectmen Bylaws saying that regular meetings are held in-person as well as via Zoom, which is as valid as any other meeting. Going forward, whenever a […]
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Bethel board to research high cost of marijuana dispensary fees
When discussing why the fee was priced so high, both Everett and selectmen agreed it was because at the time the price was set Maine allowed only eight dispensaries in the state. Now, however, the state can have an unlimited amount of dispensaries so the price of the fees can be lowered as they are not in such high demand.
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Hospitals earn recognition for quality, community care
REGION — Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, both Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital have been named Top Rural Hospitals by The Leapfrog Group. Announced today, the Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive awards American hospitals can earn. “This is a great honor and […]
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BBB Scam Alert: Beware of Medicare and ACA cons
NATION — The coronavirus pandemic left many Americans unemployed — and uninsured. To give people a chance to sign up for health care coverage, the U.S. federal government has opened Medicare.gov from October 15 – December 7, 2021. Healthcare.gov is open from November 1 to January 15, 2021. Unfortunately, scammers often see open enrollments as […]
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North Country Healthcare earns most wired recognition
“ ANN ARBOR, MI — The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) is pleased to announce that North Country Healthcare (NCH) has earned 2021 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired recognition as a certified level 8. The CHIME Digital Health Most Wired program conducts an annual survey to assess how effectively healthcare organizations apply core […]
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OFCU prepares for the future
MEXICO — Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Oxford Federal Credit Union continues to be a strong and stable financial institution experiencing solid membership growth. “One thing that the pandemic taught us was that we need to be flexible and have the ability to adapt to constant change. Not only did OFCU adapt, but […]
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Meyer to be inducted into MPA Hall of Fame
Judy Meyer will enter the Maine Press Association Hall of Fame on October 23. She has been selected by the MPA’s Hall of Fame Committee and will be inducted during the association’s annual Fall Conference. Judy Meyer began working for the Sun Journal as a freelancer out of the Norway (Maine) bureau, where she covered […]