As hospitals close their birthing units, independent midwives are reluctant to provide care in areas without a safety net.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
While home insurance rates spike elsewhere, Maine leads country in stability
Maine has been the least impacted by climate change-fueled insurance rate increases nationwide, a new report finds.
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A new bill could make it easier for Mainers to get small loans. It would also allow lenders to charge more.
Supporters claim the measure would help people in need of emergency funds, but opponents say it would undo protections against predatory lenders.
Posted inBusiness, Health, Local & State
The number of mental health providers licensed in Maine is up 60% since 2019. It still isn’t enough.
Despite the increase in counselors, substance use counselors, social workers and psychologists, many Mainers are still waiting months for care.
Posted inLocal & State, Maine Crime, News
Public safety expenses make up largest share of Maine counties’ pandemic recovery fund budgets
While counties made deep investments in community projects and critical infrastructure, they budgeted more for emergency services, sheriffs’ offices and county jails.
Posted inLocal & State, News
New bills could allow towns to come together and take over abandoned dams
If the 3 Bucksport-area dams are forfeited, the water supply of several towns will be in peril.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News, Schools and Education
Bill would add to hotel sales tax to fund school construction
The legislation comes as a group plans to release a report examining possible changes to Maine’s school funding formula.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Working group recommends regulating intoxicating hemp
A group of health experts and producers wants the state to create age limits for products and put a cap on the amount of THC in beverages.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, News
Once poised to lead in offshore wind, Maine has stumbled
The state has a fleeting chance to get back in the race in 2025, despite President Trump’s antipathy.
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Mining company to sell over 3,000 acres in Penobscot County
The $1.5 million deal by Wolfden Resources does not include Pickett Mountain, which the company has sought to mine for several years.