The law aims to pay family caregivers for taking care of severely disabled children.
Bangor
Posted inHealth, News
Bangor launches HIV case management program amid Maine’s largest outbreak
It will bring support services to Bangor, while another program is expanding HIV and AIDS services to all but 2 counties in Maine.
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Posted inFootball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Five Maine high school football storylines to follow in Week 8
Two of the season’s biggest games highlight the schedule; Judgment Day arrives in five of six classes.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Life & Culture
A new version of Hansel and Gretel pairs Stephen King with the late, great Maurice Sendak
It’s a genius idea, and the text by King and illustrations by Sendak offer some marvelous moments — but also some flaws.
Posted inCops & Courts, Local & State, News
Handler of Maine public safety dog resigns while facing animal cruelty charge
Brodie Hinckley, who served as the director of the Maine Bureau of Emergency Communications, resigned from his position this month.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Versant taps Canadian utility executive as new president
Erica Young will begin leading Maine’s second-largest electricity provider next year.
Posted inLocal & State
Maine hired contractor to organize timely visits for families in child welfare cases. It delivered 10% of the time.
Last December, the state renewed Community Care’s contract even though it fell far short of its performance requirements, according to an examination by The Maine Monitor.
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Older Mainers navigate care gaps later in life
Most older Mainers live and age at home, grappling with how to find care and when to start difficult conversations.
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Where older Mainers can get deals and discounts
There are reduced prices available for a wide range of offerings, including park passes, train fares and movie tickets.
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Key resources for older Mainers
Whether you’re looking for a ride to appointments or opportunities to volunteer, these groups can help you.