The health care organization will use the facility to promote healthy lifestyles.
John Richardson
Portland Press Herald
John Richardson is the managing editor for the Portland Press Herald.
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Licensing proposed for Maine ski lift mechanics
After reviewing the Sugarloaf derailment, the safety board votes to support legislation.
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Sugarloaf accident may lead to mechanic licensing
UPDATE posted 12:21 PM AUGUSTA – The Maine Elevator and Tramway Safety Board voted unanimously today to recommend a new licensing standard for ski lift mechanics. The 7-0 vote came at the end of a meeting to review the Dec. 28 chairlift derailment at Sugarloaf Mountain Resort. Elevator mechanics are already licensed by the state […]
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Portland to celebrate South Sudan independence
Sudanese refugees are inviting neighbors to join in the all-day event on Saturday.
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Maine gets $2.1M to fight teen smoking
The FDA awards the state a three-year compliance and enforcement contract to help crack down on the sale of cigarettes to minors.
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USM names health expert to head Cutler Institute
Richard Birkel is a psychologist and expert on long-term care.
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Hospitals strive to remain on ‘preferred list’
The State Employee Health Commission rates Maine institutions, encouraging improvements in quality.
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Feature Obituary: Jerome ‘Red’ Cloutier, 87, magnet for adventure, excitement
SOUTH PORTLAND – Jerome Cloutier liked to tell a story, and he had plenty of them. Like when he rode his bicycle to California, or sailed across the Mediterranean or fell out of an airplane in mid-flight. “From the time he was a kid he always did the most unusual things,” said his daughter Jonna […]
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Feature Obituary: Bill Wadman, 83, Bowdoin College trustee and local personality
William Wadman’s family knew they should always check the Bowdoin College schedule before planning any event or gathering. Mr. Wadman rarely passed up a chance to return to his alma mater. “My dad was very, very involved with Bowdoin for many, many years,” said Jeff Wadman, his son. If a family event conflicted with homecoming […]
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Breakdowns, crashes snarl I-295 traffic
Construction, the holiday and poor driving combine for the Friday backup.