Health care by phone? There’s an app for that

Using mobile technology, a USM team helps bring medical care to the rural poor of Ghana.

Lawsuit defends ‘Cutler Files’ creator

The Maine Civil Liberties Union says the U.S. Constitution protects anonymous political speech.

Funding cuts will ‘close our doors’

Critics say budget plans will hurt programs that cost ‘a fraction’ of hospital stays

DHS chief hosts welfare forum for lawmakers

The dinner event sponsored by the Maine Heritage Policy Center draws about 40 listeners.

All abuzz: Northern Mainedispensary set to sell pot

Operations in Portland and Biddeford aren’t expected to get going until May or June.

Maine teens may lose tans as effortheats up to bar them from salons

With spring vacations and proms approaching, it’s getting to be peak season for indoor tanning.

That’s especially true in the Portland area, which has one of the nation’s highest per-capita concentrations of tanning salons.

But those indoor tanning booths could soon be off-limits to minors.

Portland councilor opposes welfare cuts

The proposals would shift costs to the city, not reduce poverty, City Councilor John Anton says.

Foes of smart meters resist and insist: Health effects are real

Citing symptoms caused by radio waves, 10 Mainers file a new petition that seeks an alternative to CMP’s upgrade project.

Dirigo Health gets support, faces cuts

Supporters tout the insurance program as the governor proposes a phase-out.

Maine family planning clinics caught in fight for funds

Protesters defend health centers against bill that would halt federal aid.