ROCKLAND — AIO is opening its doors to the public, Tuesday, May 6, from 4 - 6 p.m., to celebrate AIO's 35 Years of Community Service at AIO’s building, located at 1A…
Health and Wellness
Memorial Day is May 26, 2025
CAMDEN — Memorial Day is a day that for years has been set aside for Americans to remember all the brave men and women who ultimately gave their lives in support of our country in all the wars and…
connecting fishermen, farmers, and food businesses
The Maine Food Convergence Project is announcing the launch of the …
bringing advanced medical care and surgical facilities under one roof
SCARBOROUGH — A strategic plan has been announced for the building of a state-of-the-art medical office building (MOB) and ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in the Town Center at The Downs in…
Maine kids and adults with disabilities
ROME — Pine Tree Camp’s summer sessions return this June for the 80th year; bringing Maine kids and adults with disabilities together to experience barrier-free access…
ROCKLAND — Program staff for Trekkers completed a Youth Mental Health First Aid course in March. Delivered by the National Council for Mental Wellbeing, the website says, “just as CPR helps you…
a welcoming space where parents can learn, share, and find support
BELFAST — The Waldo County YMCA is partnering with The Ridge, a residential teen mental health treatment program in Morrill, to offer a free and supportive event for…
ROCKPORT — Dr. Johnstone, of Johnstone Chiropractic Center, will be leading the community in World Tai Chi and Qigong Day, Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10…
Three-Day Event "Raises the Roof" on Alarming Level of Femicide in Maine
BATH and BRUNSWICK — Bath and Brunswick are coming together regarding domestic abuse with a multi-faceted Finding Our Voices program May 9 to 11, 2025. The educational march, survivor-led panel…
Friends of Thai Daughters
Boothbay-based anti-trafficking organization Friends of Thai Daughters (FTD) is 20 this year and is holding an extra-special Sunflower Celebration in East Boothbay Thursday, June 26 from 4 to 6 p.…
A bill that would boost transparency of how Maine’s opioid settlement funds are being spent advanced out of committee last month.
Lawmakers on the health and human services committee…
free walking tour held as part of the global Jane’s Walk festival
WISCASSET — On Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 10 a.m., Wiscasset's Museum in the Streets Committee will offer Boom to Bust and Back Again, a free walking tour held as part…
SOUTH THOMASTON — Join a South Thomaston clean-up crew (or start one in your neighborhood), Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. - noon.
The South Thomaston…
Creatures of Habit, the Midcoast’s popular band, will highlight a benefit Spring Fling dance for the Camden District Nursing April 26 at the Rockland Elks Lodge.
The evening begins at 6 p.m…
Tick high season is fast approaching
The effort to produce a vaccine…
the return of several different songbirds, seabirds, and shorebirds
ROCKPORT — Coastal Mountains Land Trust presents Birds of Beech Hill on Saturday, May 10, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., at Beech Hill Preserve, in Rockport. This free hike is open to anyone…
LIBERTY — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Maine Health’s Community Health program for a …
ALNA — A unique adventure awaits anyone fascinated by trains and a fan of time spent outdoors. History buffs interested in exploring a new slice of…
program session runs April 28 to June 21
ROCKPORT — The Penobscot Bay YMCA is committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn life-saving water skills, regardless of their background…
including a new film featuring the stories of two survivors of domestic abuse
DAMARISCOTTA — "Domestic abuse is one of the most difficult challenges facing our communities today," said New Hope Midcoast, in a news release.
…
more than just personal belongings in trash bags
For many individuals leaving incarceration in Knox and Waldo counties, the road to reintegration begins with little more than a plastic trash bag to carry their…
Maine lawmakers on the health committee are considering a bill that would eliminate a new requirement for health care professionals to report miscarriages before 20 weeks to the state…
strategies to nourish the body, regulate the nervous system, harness the healing power of nature
ROCKLAND — A free, in-person workshop on how to lower inflammation naturally will be held Sunday, April 13, from 2:30 - 4 p.m., at Hole In The Wall Bagels, 754 Main Street, Rockland.
In…
Logging Expo in Bangor on May 16-17, 2025
The Maine AgrAbility program announces the release of a new resource focused on boosting workplace safety and wellness for the state’s logging workforce. Program…
state representatives, lawmakers, community insight
Three different topics will be discussed in a three-part series called "Elisif's Story: Screenings & Conversations."
The Role of Policy & Community in Recovery…
BELFAST — Coastal Mountains Land Trust invites the public to another Wednesday Waldo Walk. Coastal Mountains volunteer and Waldo County…
scenic views of the St. George River
APPLETON — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Maine Health’s Community Health program for a Happy Wanderers Hike, …
Belfast Bay Watershed Coalition will be hosting two activities in April 2025.
Paddle Goose River with BBWC
Celebrate Earth Day by paddling…
Medicaid, a federal health insurance program for low-income children and adults, is facing dual challenges at both the state and federal level.
Nationally, Republicans in Congress are…
Maine’s largest health providers already are using artificial intelligence to streamline note-taking during visits, which they said lessens the documentation burden on providers.
But…
cognitive changes associated with aging
UNION — The Peoples United Methodist Church of Union will present a free event, The Aging Brain, with Susan Wehry, MD, Saturday, April 5, at 11 a.m.
Learn about the…
In the United States and across the world, birth rates are falling.
Fertility rates in the United States reached a historic low in …
testing treatments for exercise intolerance and post-exertional malaise
MaineHealth will be part of new clinical trials sponsored by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to investigate potential treatments for long-term symptoms…
Waldo campus ends inpatient labor and delivery services beginning April 1, 2025
ROCKPORT — To help introduce their expanded team of certified nurse midwives (CNMs) to the community, MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals will hold a “Meet the Midwives” event Thursday, March…
For Community members, professionals, and anyone interested in learning more about supporting children who are grieving or experiencing collective loss and trauma
The Center for Grieving Children will broadcast an educational webinar in Portland and Sanford on Thursday, March 20, 2025. This event is designed to bring together…
Last year, nearly 35,000 pounds of food were distributed through the shelves across Knox and Waldo counties
ROCKLAND — As part of MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital’s continued effort to help those experiencing food insecurity, the hospital has added a new Help Yourself Shelf inside MaineHealth Behavioral…
"LONG OVERDUE WELCOME HOME"
CAMDEN — War Memorial Post 30, American Legion in Camden, will honor Vietnam War Veterans Day with a commemorative flag raising at 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, March 29, followed by a luncheon. The…
discovering what truly nourishes you
ROCKLAND — Join Valerie Robinson, a local Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach, Sunday, March 23, from 2:30 - 4 p.m., at Hole in the Wall Bagels, 754 Main Street, Rockland, for a gathering…
on a mission to create a well-rested world, one woman at a time
ROCKPORT — On Thursday, Mar. 20, at 11:30 a.m., the Rockport Public Library will host a free program called “Resting into Spring.” In this time of seasonal transition, local…
the new MRI technology comes with multiple benefits
ELLSWORTH — Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital opened its new state-of-the-art MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) suite on February 19, 2025. MRIs are a non-invasive…
Dirigo Experience is a six-day overnight camp for Deaf and hard of hearing youth
ROME — Pine Tree Camp has received a two-year, $200,000 grant from the Evelyn S. and K.E. Barrett Foundation. The Barrett Foundation funds organizations that benefit…
welcoming donations of warm blankets, twin-sized fitted bedsheets
ROCKLAND — Rockland's Emergency Warming Center will open Sunday, March 2 and Monday, March 3, 2025, from 6 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. both evenings.
EWC has a…
When Nikki Mahar, who recently moved to Eastport from California, woke up in the middle of the night with stomach pains at 14 weeks pregnant, she and her husband rushed to the closest…
Update: Feb. 26, 2025: MaineHealth Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals’ Community Town Hall scheduled for this evening, Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 5 to 6:30 p.m., will now be held at the Belfast Yacht Club…
NORTHPORT — Join Coastal Mountains Land Trust and Maine Health’s Community Health program for a Happy Wanderers Hike, …
BELFAST — St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, 95 Court St., Belfast, will observe the start of the Christian season of Lent with a traditional Ash Wednesday service at noon March…
MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital
ROCKPORT — MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital’s Endoscopy department will host a free public event on the hospital campus Friday, March 7, with a focus on colon cancer awareness.
Patients,…
Power Reds is the preferred donation for trauma patients
ROCKPORT — The Red Cross will be holding a blood drive Tuesday, Feb. 25, from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the Pen Bay YMCA Rockport.…
ROCKPORT — "Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers, but early detection can save lives," said MaineHealth, in a news release. "Many in the fishing and maritime industries face high exposure…
