Maine’s Republican senator said Monday that she has asked the Office of Management and Budget not to pursue mass layoffs of federal workers, something the White House has threatened.
American Red Cross
Casco community members give blood, a resource always in need
Donors can even track their donations through the Red Cross app.
Maine officials urge caution, training after recent slew of water emergencies
A decline in swimming education, a lack of lifeguards and water temperatures that are often icy cold even when it’s hot out are all risk factors that swimmers and boaters should consider.
Red Cross facing blood shortage, asking Mainers for more donations
The American Red Cross’ blood inventory fell more than 25% in July, the national agency announced Monday, but the demand for blood has remained constant.
American Red Cross volunteers recognized at annual awards
The annual meeting and volunteer recognition awards of the Mid Coast Maine Chapter of the American Red Cross took place on May 13 at the Topsham Chapter house on Community Way. The event included a meeting of the Board of Directors, dinner and networking and a volunteer awards ceremony. Among the numerous awards of the […]
Red Cross blood drives in Scarborough, South Portland
The American Red Cross, which reports a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations so far this summer, will hold blood drives in Scarborough and South Portland this month. The drives are scheduled for noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 24 at Saint Maximilian Kolbe Church, 150 Black Point Road, Scarborough; and from 9 a.m. to 2 […]
Upcoming Red Cross Blood drives in Brunswick, Topsham
The American Red Cross, which reports a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations so far this summer, will hold blood drives in Topsham, Freeport and Brunswick this month. The drives are scheduled for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 26, at the American Red Cross Mid […]
Mainers worry about loved ones in Hurricane Ian’s path
In the aftermath of the storm, some Mainers are relieved to be able to connect with family in Florida while others were on the ground helping.
Little girl has big impact on blood drives, donors
Madison Charland’s uncle, who is a Scarborough firefighter, has organized five Red Cross donor events in her honor that have, in turn, helped hundreds of people in need.
Red Cross schedules three blood drives in Yarmouth
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive from noon to 6 p.m. June 10 at Yarmouth Town Hall, 200 Main St. See redcrossblood.org to make an appointment. Blood drives will also be held at from noon to 6 p.m. at Town Hall on June 24 and July 8.