7 min Lubec revaluation highlights host of municipal challenges "The trouble is when property valuation is used as a measure of wealth or a town's ability to pay." ByLora WhelanSeptember 23, 2023
7 min Washington County law enforcement faces unprecedented pressures The nature of crime has changed, according to Chris Gardner, who has served as a police officer since the 1990s. ByLora WhelanJune 10, 2023
7 min Housing crisis solutions eyed by Maine Legislature A number of bills are being considered to help communities with the housing crunch: "We need more housing where it makes sense long-term." ByLora WhelanMarch 19, 2023
9 min Rural healthcare staff shortages creating crisis in care Shortage of healthcare providers, available hospital beds and staffing of ambulance services creates headaches for Washington County residents. ByLora WhelanEdward FrenchFebruary 11, 2023