2 years ago Maine hospital system has nearly solved its EMT shortage A program that launched in October 2021 has mostly reversed a major Maine hospital system’s shortage of emergency medical technicians after staffing dropped 30 percent during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2 years ago Harrigan Learning Center and Museum will be opening for the season MILO — The Harrigan Learning Center and Museum will be opening for the season on Wednesday, May 17 and then be open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.
2 years ago UMaine School of Forest Resources named PCSWCD Outstanding Conservation Educator of the Year Think back on an experience you had with an educator who took the time to connect you to opportunities outside of the classroom and to your local community.
2 years ago Good Shepherd Food Bank appoints O’Connor as interim president AUBURN — Good Shepherd Food Bank has appointed Bryan O’Connor to be interim president of the organization effective July 1.
2 years ago Maine Connectivity Authority launches new program to support broadband utility districts AUGUSTA —The Maine Connectivity Authority is launching a new program to provide targeted support to Broadband Utility Districts in Maine.
2 years ago Northern Light CA Dean Hospital employees recognized for nursing excellence GREENVILLE — Northern Light CA Dean Hospital is proud to announce the recipients of its 2023 awards for nursing excellence.
2 years ago Greenville residents to vote on telecommunications ordinance GREENVILLE — At next month’s annual town meeting Greenville citizens will vote on a proposed telecommunications ordinance concerning items such as towers, antennas, wireless facilities, and smaller cells for the present time and into the future.
2 years ago Northern Light is offering sign-on bonuses up to $15K amid labor shortage Northern Light Health hospitals around the state are offering $3,000 to $15,000 sign-on bonuses to registered nurses in an effort to address Maine’s health care worker shortage.
2 years ago 4th-generation sporting camp owner Jerry Packard honored as Legendary Maine Guide By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff As the son and grandson of Registered Maine Guides, Jerry Packard naturally became one himself.
2 years ago Dexter Post Office to host ‘This ZIP Code Means Business’ event DEXTER — This year, the Dexter Post Office will celebrate Small Business Week by hosting an event to demonstrate how the U.
2 years ago Rain forces Maine to close all ATV trails through Memorial Day By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff This spring, folks who enjoy journeying through the Maine woods on all-terrain vehicles will have to wait a bit longer.
2 years ago County extends internet rebate program DOVER-FOXCROFT — Piscataquis County residents lacking internet can still have some financial assistance in connecting.
2 years ago Free summer training to start a new career as a CNA DOVER FOXCROFT — Did you know that according to ONET (The Occupational Network), the annual median wage for a certified nursing assistant in Maine is $32,850 with a projected job growth of up 8 percent a year? The healthcare field was one of the top industries in 2020-21 and continues to grow.
2 years ago Collins, King, Golden announce $304K for Dexter airport terminal building WASHINGTON — U.
2 years ago MaineCF names new vice president The Maine Community Foundation announces the promotion of Laura Lee to vice president of community impact.
2 years ago CMP launches redesign of website AUGUSTA — Central Maine Power is pleased to announce a redesign of its website, www.
2 years ago Stuck on the roof to support drama camps DOVER-FOXCROFT — The Center Theatre for the Performing Arts is hosting the second annual “Dani on Deck Fundraiser.
2 years ago Anglers fear train derailment has damaged one of Maine’s most pristine areas By Pete Warner, Bangor Daily News Staff Rob Hannigan has been fishing at Brassua Lake his entire life.