Patty Wight

The decree came out of a lawsuit 34 years ago stemming from the deaths of 10 residents at a state psychiatric hospital in Augusta.

Advocates say that despite this week's termination of a 34-year-old consent decree, Maine's mental health system is far from where it should be.

A spokesperson for St. Mary's says on average, the ICU only cares for one patient a day and it doesn't make sense to duplicate services that other hospitals nearby provide.

St. Mary's Health System will instead be focusing on expanding its mental health services.

The East Millinocket Fire Department said it plans to cancel its ambulance contract with Grindstone Township, T2 R9, TA R7, and T1 R6.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said populations have declined by more than 95% in the west and 80% in the east.

The state's guardianship system is intended to protect vulnerable Mainers from potential danger and abuse. But a recent study found that most people in Maine who are considered for guardianship don't have legal representation during the process.

According to the complaint, Harvard Pilgrim's plans for 2025 will no longer cover two of four recommended drugs that treat HIV.

Several physicians and health care advocates are accusing Harvard Pilgrim of discrimination against HIV patients in Maine and have filed a complaint with the Maine Bureau of Insurance.

The insurance company had planned to drop coverage for the drugs in its 2025 marketplace and small employer plans.