MaineHealth says gender affirming care patients will receive care
WMTW reports MaineHealth is reassuring patients who receive gender affirming care that they will still be able to receive the care despite new guidance from the federal government.
Last week, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced plans to no longer provide Medicare or Medicaid funding to hospitals that provide gender affirming care to people younger than 19 years old.
In a statement to WMTW the MaineHealth CEO expressed disappointment in the federal government for interfering with options.
According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, Maine is one of 27 states that allows people younger than 19 to receive gender affirming care.
Invoice scam hits Presque Isle
According to WABI news, police are warning Presque Isle residents about a recent scam involving fraudulent city invoices.
The Presque Isle Police Department tells WABI, four local businesses have received the fake invoices so far.
Police say the fraudulent invoices appear to be from the City of Presque Isle Planning Commission and claim the recipients owe multiple unpaid fees, totaling thousands of dollars, listed as due upon receipt.
Police say the invoices include an online payment link and are designed to pressure businesses into paying quickly.
Presque Isle Police say anyone who receives a suspicious invoice should not pay it and should report it to City Hall or contact the Police Department directly.
Advice for holiday loneliness
The holidays offer a time of cheer, joy and togetherness however not everyone feels that spirit for many reasons.
Psychologist, Dr. David Prescott tells WABI news for those who may be experiencing loneliness to set realistic expectations and don’t feel as if you’re missing out on things.
Set plans that work for you.
If you or someone you care about is struggling with thoughts and emotions, call 988.
It’s a free, confidential resource for people in distress.
https://www.wabi.tv/2025/12/24/psychologist-offers-advice-dealing-with-holiday-loneliness/
Knox County Regional Airport invites public to discuss master plan
The Pen Bay Pilot reports the Knox County Regional Airport has invited the public to discuss the update on its Airport Master Plan.
The paper reports the airport wants feedback during their second public informational meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8 at 5 p.m.
It will take place at the Owls Head Transportation Museum.
Blue Collar Santa makes festive fuel deliveries on Christmas
Those in Bradley know him as the ‘Blue Collar Santa’ and he carried on his tradition on Christmas this year.
Justin Barnes makes fuel deliveries for Morin Fuel and thought why not dress up as Santa as he makes deliveries.
The fun approach not only brings warmth to Bradley homes but plenty of smiles and joy too!
https://www.wabi.tv/2025/12/24/blue-collar-santa-makes-fuel-deliveries-festive/
PBR returning to Bangor
As we inch closer to the New Year, there’s an event you may want to put on your calendar.
On Jan. 2-4 starting Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m., the Professional Bull Riders are returning to the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor!
It’ll be the fourth weekend of PBR’s Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour!
To purchase tickets just follow the link on our website.
