Workers Condemn King's Proposal To Raise The Social Security Retirement Age

King is reportedly in talks with a group of Republican senators to formulate a bill that could include raising the age from 67 to 70.

Karan Casey, Irish Folk Musician, to Perform at the Gracie Theatre.

Irish love songs, ballads and songs of social justice to be featured along with music from her latest album.

Recovery Community Worries Bill Will Undermine Expanded Protections At The Scene Of An Overdose

Activists are sounding the alarm about a bill that would roll back expanded protections.

Bill Seeks To Let Poland Spring Dodge Taxes On Bottled Maine Water

A bill has been introduced to prohibit the taxation of bottled water.

Nobel Prize-Winning Economist: Paid Leave Policies Make The Economy More Resilient

At a recent panel, economist Joseph Stiglitz spoke about the economic and social costs of runaway income inequality in the U.S.

Will Legislators Undo LePage's Rollback And Restore Health Coverage To Low-Income Immigrants?

Democrats partially closed the healthcare gap in 2021, restoring MaineCare coverage to certain people regardless of immigration status.

Beacon Podcast: What Racism Costs Everyone, With Heather McGhee

Hosts discuss "what it means to move past zero-sum politics to a future where people of all races work together to solve public problems."

Social Security Celebrates Women's History Month

It Is An Opportunity To Recognize And Celebrate The Achievements Of Women

'Defeated': Daycare And Child Welfare Workers Say Low Pay Is Pushing Them Out Of Field They Love

The number of child care providers in Maine dropped 28 percent over the last decade.

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Rural Hospitals Gird For Unwinding Of Pandemic Medicaid Coverage

The ​​Families First Coronavirus Response Act required states to allow Medicaid recipients to stay enrolled even if eligibility changed.

Suspect Science And Claims At Center Of Abortion-Pill Lawsuit

"This is a highly safe and effective medication that should be available to patients," family-planning specialist Dr. Kristyn Brandi said.

Advocates Worry That ‘Fentanyl Hysteria' Will Further Criminalize People Who Use Drugs

Maine saw a 13 percent jump in overdose deaths last year, a new record for the state. Fentanyl accounted for about 80 percent of them.

As Housing Crisis Worsens, Unhoused Advocates Say Maine Needs More Low Barrier Shelters

Maine’s annual point-in-time count of unhoused people found that 4,441 people were homeless in January of 2022.

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Husson's Institute for Strategic Leadership and Workforce Development

Newly created institute to provide students, professionals and organizations with opportunities to enhance their leadership capabilities

"Rhapsody in Black" is at the Gracie Theatre for Black History Month

Performance explores issues of racism as it reaffirms the importance of humanity

Beacon Podcast: How To Protect Abortion Rights In Maine And Across The US

Hosts and experts discuss "the fights ahead and what people can do to help."

King, Senate Dems Unveil Legislation To Ban High-Capacity Gun Magazines

"High-capacity magazines were designed for one purpose and one purpose only — high-capacity killing."

Help Someone You Love Apply For Social Security And More

This Valentine's Day, Take Time To Remind Your Loved Ones That Social Security Helps People In All Stages Of Life

Maine Secretary Of State Testifies Against Voter ID Bill

Secretary of State Shenna Bellows said voter ID laws impact seniors, people with disabilities, people of color and transgender people.

As Bill Takes Shape, Proponents Urge Lawmakers To Pass Strong Paid Leave Policy

Advocates are calling for a strong program that will allow workers to take time off to care for themselves or a loved one.

With Pandemic Emergency Set To End, MaineCare Members Must Prove Eligibility To Keep Coverage

The end of the public health emergency also means that many Americans could have to start paying for COVID-19 testing and treatment.

Amid Concerns About Inclusion, Bill Introduced To Raise Meager Legislator Pay

Elected officials and advocates say the low salary for Maine lawmakers has the effect of limiting who can afford to be a legislator.

Beacon Podcast: Cold Snap Brings Different Stresses For Different Groups Of Mainers

Plus: bills in the legislature to protect and expand the legal rights of trans people, and a preview of paid family and medical leave day.

Are Americans Financially Educated On Retirement Savings?

Financial Education Helps People Learn About Savings, Credit And Loans

Committee Warned That Bill Could Eliminate Hundreds Of Recovery Residence Beds

The measure would repeal a bill passed by the Maine Legislature in 2019 that made allowances for recovery residences.

Full-Service, Student-Run Marketing Agency Opens at Husson University

The One Circle Agency will deliver pro bono advertising, branding and marketing assistance to local Maine businesses

USDA Is Asking Maine's Small Farmers To Complete Census

"We are our own advocates and this is one of the tools we can best use to advocate for ourselves," Knox County farmer Rhiannon Hampson said.

While Defending Against Attacks, Opportunities Emerge To Extend Trans Rights In Maine

“We’re in a place of friction, but I think we’ll see our way through this,” Gia Drew, executive director of EqualityMaine, said.

Effort To Thwart Consumer-Owned Utility Squeaks Through Signature Approval Process

Maine voters will have to choose between dueling ballot measures.

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Social Security Cards Are Safer At Home

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Offshore Wind Will Need Major Investments In Transmission, Supply Chain, Reports Say

Coastal states across the country, from California to Louisiana to Maine, are pushing for offshore wind projects.

Federal Judge Could Decide As Soon As February To Yank Abortion Pill Nationwide

Aspen Ruhlin with the Mabel Wadsworth Center, which runs a clinic in Bangor, said they are “keeping a close watch” on the case.

Pingree Among Democrats Condemning Biden Administration Expansion Of Title 42

Nearly 80 Democratic members of Congress sent a letter to the White House expressing their "great concern."

Mainers Mark 50th Anniversary Of Roe, Call For Strengthening Of State Abortion Rights

Around 100 people rallied in Portland in a demonstration over the weekend.

New Legislative Session Brings Opportunities For Bold Climate Action, Advocates Say

The legislature’s continued focus on the environment comes as the climate crisis around the world has escalated faster than expected.

Biden Calls For Assault Weapons Ban As Maine Lawmakers Pursue Narrower Reforms

There have been several mass shootings in the span of 72 hours across America.

AARP Is Hopeful Paid Family, Medical Leave Will Pass In In Maine This Session

Noël Bonam, state director of AARP Maine, said a program is needed so caregivers do not have to choose between their loved one and a job.