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A place for women in recovery, and their kids
Safe Harbor in Machias is one of just two certified recovery homes in the state that allows women to bring their children.
Maine Recovery Council launches community grant application
The council is looking for projects that fall into one of three categories: treatment, recovery support and harm reduction.
How are Maine counties and municipalities spending their opioid settlement funds?
A Maine Monitor analysis found that many communities are putting money toward police programs and services, despite advocates’ warnings.
Abrupt end to Franklin County opioid settlement committee raises questions about process statewide
A Maine Monitor analysis found that many counties and municipalities have yet to decide who will make spending recommendations.
Maine Recovery Council close to distributing first $9 million, grant process still in the works
Council members say the slow approach is deliberate, and hope to start soliciting grant proposals next month.
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