Maine
Friday, December 1, 2023
Unpaid caregivers in ME receive limited financial grants
Advocates for unpaid family caregivers in Maine say they'll need continued support beyond the recently passed paid family and medical leave program…
ME towns share plans, resources to build climate resilience
Community groups across Maine are helping small towns with fewer resources better prepare for the growing threat of climate change. They are …
Beyond book checkouts, ME librarians teach “digital citizenship”
School librarians in Maine are teaching students the importance of "digital citizenship." The concept is similar to civics education but helps stude…
Post-election confusion remains regarding ME utility rates
The proposal to create a public owned electric power utility in Maine was defeated but the confusion surrounding electricity rates remains. A series …
Maine voters consider costs, climate in public utility amendment
An amendment on Tuesday's ballot in Maine to transfer ownership of the state's two private utilities to the public is considered a dead heat…
Subsidies protect most Mainers from ACA insurance cost hikes
Health care premiums are increasing again under the federal Affordable Care Act, but experts said continued subsidies should protect most Mainers …
Maine lawmakers, gun safety groups call for assault weapons ban
Advocates in Maine for stronger gun safety laws are calling for a complete ban on assault weapons following last week's mass shooting in Lewiston…
Statewide efforts grow to keep Trump off 2024 ballot
While Maine election officials determine if former President Donald Trump will appear on next year's presidential ballot, legal challenges nationwide …
No-excuse absentee voting helps build voter turnout in ME
With less than a month to go before Maine's November 7 Referendum Election, more than 30,000 voters have already requested a no-excuse absentee …
ME prepares to welcome more climate migrants
Community leaders in Portland, Maine are preparing for a growing number of Central American "climate refugees." Intense storms and drought in the …
More conversation, training urged to break stigma of suicide
Advocates for mental health in Maine say the stigma of suicide often prevents those most at risk from getting the help they need. The CDC reports …
First public hearing for Mainers on healthcare, drug costs
Maine's new Office of Affordable Health Care holds its first public hearing this week, and people are being strongly encouraged to participate…