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‘Stop Punching Him’

The arrest of Justin Savage has raised questions about Maine State Police's use of force policy and its process for reviewing complaints.

Maine’s Maternity Care Crisis

Eleven hospitals in Maine have closed or announced plans to close their birthing units in the past decade. Roughly half of Maine’s 36 hospitals do not offer birthing services.

Child Care Challenges

Maine is facing a child care crisis, with the number of providers declining dramatically in recent years. But those aren't the only child care challenges in Maine.

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