Animal adoptions spiked during the pandemic, but as more people return to work in-person many animals are being surrendered to local humane societies and shelters.
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Maine teacher shortage fueled by some leaving profession early as rate of new educators lags
High expectations with low pay, coupled with the added stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic, prompted at least two central Maine educators to look for new jobs.
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Posted inHealth, Local & State, News
Waterville hospital violated policies in assessment of man who later shot himself, federal report says
The suicidal man, who died from his wounds, had sought care at Northern Light Inland Hospital in August but a proper evaluation of him was not done, according to the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
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Norridgewock fire chief, whose career spans a half-century, to step down
Chief David Jones, widely seen as a steady presence and effective leader who was honored this week at Norridgewock’s annual Town Meeting, announced that he plans to retire in October.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Idaho-based company completes purchase of longstanding Unity telecom UniTel
The sale to Direct Communications, based in Rockland, Idaho, is expected to provide the capital that will allow UniTel to expand and upgrade the fiber optic network in the communities that it serves.
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Mainers gather for Black Balloon Day, marking 636 overdose deaths in 2021
Members of the Maine recovery community advocate for an amendment to the state Good Samaritan Law that would protect anyone at the scene of an overdose from punishment for nonviolent crimes.
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Drones join battle against browntail moth as Kennebec County becomes epicenter of pest
In the county hardest hit by the invasive species, a Litchfield arborist is taking to the air with specially developed tools to cut down nests before hungry toxic hair-bearing caterpillars start emerging.
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Parents of Pittsfield man killed in standoff had earlier expressed alarm over his behavior
The night before the Feb. 25 standoff with officers, the parents of Gregory Lasselle had called Pittsfield police concerned about his ‘state of mind.’
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Ukrainian college students in Maine network together, struggle with separation from families
Two students from Ukraine this week shared what it is like to be away from their home during the Russian invasion of their homeland.
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Father of Ayla Reynolds argues against expansion of wrongful death lawsuit
Lawyer for Justin DiPietro asks a judge to set aside new claims against DiPietro and reject efforts to add his sister and mother to the lawsuit against him.