Maine Sees Increase in Reported Syphilis Cases

According to the Maine Center for Disease Control, the number of syphilis cases reported in the state increased from 48 in 2016 to 84 last year.

Typing “Lobster” Now Easier Than Eating Them Thanks to Emoji

Maine Independent Sen. Angus King says a long-overdue lobster emoji is coming to smartphones, and it is cause for celebration.

Officials: Poor Communication Affected Wind Storm Response

Maine officials have testified that the response to the October wind storm was hampered by miscommunication and equipment failures.

LePage Pushes Legislators to Pass Foreclosure Protection Law

Maine Gov. Paul LePage is pushing for legislators to pass a bill that would protect elderly residents from tax lien foreclosures.

Southern Maine Health Care Names New CEO

The Journal Tribune reports that Nathan Howell will replace retiring CEO Ed McGeachey on May 21.

Maine’s Flu Season is Bad and Peaking Right Now

Maine saw a rise in the number of flu cases and hospitalizations last week.

Of Moose and Modems: Hunting Applications Online Only in ’18

The state of Maine is taking online applications for the upcoming moose hunting season.

Ex-Nurse Sees Drug Theft Case Dismissed After Counseling

A former nurse who previously pleaded guilty to stealing drugs from a rehabilitation center saw her charge dismissed after completing a rehabilitation program.

Maine’s Governor Wants to Gut Fast-Tracked Wind Permits

Maine’s Republican governor is behind a bill to gut most of the state’s fast-track permitting process for commercial wind power projects.

Moldy Fire Station Needs “Major Renovations” in South Portland

Officials with a Maine fire department say a fire station in South Portland needs major renovations because of a problem with mold.