Eleven of Maine’s 16 counties are identified as rural, according to the federal government, meaning approximately 40 percent of the state’s residents reside in a rural county.
A member of the Rural News Network, The Maine Monitor regularly covers rural issues — including dedicated coverage of Franklin, Oxford, Somerset and Washington counties.
Denmark approves minor updates to strengthen water extraction ordinance amidst drought
The amendment is weaker than what water advocates hoped for and comes one month after Poland Spring’s parent company merged with a rival.
Nursing home owner feels ‘relief’ as he exits the business
Phil Cyr has signed an agreement with Maine-based chain First Atlantic Healthcare to sell his family’s nursing homes in Presque Isle and Caribou.
A look back at Maine environmental and rural news
A look back at notable stories published by The Maine Monitor.
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.
How we reported on Maine’s housing crunch
Finding housing as a blue-collar worker on the island was tough back when I was waiting tables in 2009. In the intervening years, it has become nearly impossible.
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