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The doctor will see you now. The doctor is a machine
PORTLAND, Maine — Here’s a question worth pondering. Who has the better bedside manner—your doctor or a device powered by artificial intelligence?. In a surprising number of cases, patients say that AI is more comforting than a human physician. Actually, given the state of American healthcare, maybe that’s not surprising.
Ellsworth Cheerleaders Selling Mums to Raise Funds for Cheering Team
Fall High School Sports begin on Monday, August 19th and the Ellsworth High School Cheering Team are selling mums to raise money for their cheering team. They have partnered with Simons Hancock Farms in Hancock, and you can purchase a large mum for just ten dollars! All checks should be made out to Ellsworth High School Cheering. Payment must be made at the time of order.
Deal With It Roman conquers the Skowhegan State Fair
Skowhegan, ME — Deal With It Roman (1:55.1-$30.40) reached speeds unknown on Wednesday (Aug. 14) at the Skowhegan State Fair as he shaved nearly two seconds off his previous lifetime best while scorching the “Skow-Town” oval with the capable hands of driver Aaron Hall holding the lines.
Everything You Need to Know About Sunday’s Backpack Giveaways in Augusta & Waterville, Maine
If you are a parent, you know that back-to-school shopping is not cheap. To fully prepare your kids for school, they will probably need new clothes, new shoes, a lunchbox, a haircut, and a backpack filled with supplies. Well, thanks to some amazingly generous people, hundreds of Central Maine kids...
Portland Medicaid Transportation driver named Modivcare Maine Driver of the Month
SOUTH PORTLAND — Modivcare Inc. (the “Company” or “Modivcare”) (Nasdaq: MODV), a technology-enabled healthcare services company that provides a platform of integrated supportive care solutions focused on improving health outcomes, […]
Nearby lightning strike causes housefire in New Gloucester
NEW GLOUCESTER (WGME) -- Lightning is to blame for a fire at a home in New Gloucester Thursday. The chief says lightning strikes were happening all over town when one hit near a home on Vickerson Drive before noon. The chief says the bolt didn't even hit the building, but...
Westbrook police seek help to locate stolen vehicle involved in assault
WESTBROOK (WGME) - UPDATE: Westbrook Police say the vehicle has been located in Portland and another suspect has been arrested. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Westbrook Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating what is believed to be a stolen vehicle and are still searching for two suspects. Westbrook Police...
Maine basketball star Cooper Flagg gets high praise from NCAA coaches
Maine-native and basketball phenom Cooper Flagg has yet to play a minute in college but Division 1 coaches already view the incoming Duke freshman as the best collegiate player in the nation. CBS Sports anonymously polled more than 100 Division 1 college basketball coaches and 36 percent of them named...
'Gateway to Ogunquit': Marginal Way gets $500K boost to restore iconic path
OGUNQUIT, Maine — Joan Griswold, the chair of the town’s Marginal Way Committee, recently described the fundraising efforts of the Marginal Way Preservation Fund as “stupendous.” How stupendous? Well, during a garden party fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 10, members of the nonprofit organization presented the town with a check for $500,000 to go toward...
Madawaska Land Port of Entry Celebrates Completion, Strengthening U.S.-Canada Connection
MADAWASKA, Maine (WAGM) - After more than two decades of planning the Madawaska Land Port of Entry has been completed. Officials held the bridge’s ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate all the work and organizations who helped build this new connection between the United States and Canada. NewsSource8 reporter Karri Triplett has more on what impact this new port will have on the county.
Throwback Thursday - Homelessness in Aroostook County
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - In 1984, members of a social action group in Aroostook County took a significant step towards addressing homelessness by building the area’s first emergency shelter. This week’s Throwback Thursday with Brian Bouchard explores the origins of this vital community resource. Prior to 1985,...
Can You Help? List of 35 Unsolved Missing Persons Cases in Maine
The Maine State Police have a list of 35 individuals who have gone missing since 1964. Each name on this list represents a person whose disappearance has left a void in the lives of their families and communities. These cases remain unsolved, and the hope of finding answers still burns brightly for those left behind.
Maine Named Among Worst States in Nation for ‘Worker Burnout’
It's not a stretch to say people in Maine are working more than ever. In fact, data shows that Americans in general work hundreds of hours more per year than people in most other countries. With those extensive hours and the likelihood that people are carrying more than one job...
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