Counties and municipalities have spent about $7 million of their opioid settlement funds so far
The money has gone to residential treatment program scholarships, mental health liaisons in police departments and a recovery center in Alfred.
Bill to make opioid settlement spending more transparent advances
L.D. 110 would require the 39 counties and municipalities receiving a direct share of the opioid settlements to submit annual, publicly available reports.
Educators propose new school for teens struggling with addiction in Aroostook County
Spurred by a teacher who has seen the issues wrought by substance use among local teens, the proposal hinges on getting funding from the state’s pool of opioid settlement money.
How we reported on a Machias recovery home
One of the most important lessons I’ve learned reporting on addiction is to lead with empathy and understanding.
Maine Recovery Council approves $13.9 million in projects
The projects, selected from more than 120 applications, include a methadone clinic in Aroostook County, a syringe service program in Hancock County, and recovery homes in Franklin County.
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