Dental care remains scarce for York County children
The fourth piece in a five part series exposes chronic gaps in dental health for low income children in York County Maine. The York County Dental Clinic in Biddeford operates on a tight budget with one full time dentist and a support staffer. It serves about 800 of an estimated 15 000 low income children annually, facing a six month wait and heavy dependence on ADC Medicaid funds. Non ADC patients pay on a sliding scale but the full cost per visit runs around 25 dollars, leaving the clinic financially strained. Studies show similar decay rates in Cumberland and York counties, but far less treatment in York County. The clinic seeks additional funds to extend care beyond ADC beneficiaries and Headstart reimbursements.
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York County Health Services
York County
Maine Health and Welfare
Maine
Cumberland
York
Maine Center For Community Dental Health
Portland
Cumberland County
Department of Health and Welfare
Birch Street
Biddeford
Thomas Cannon
Center For Community Dental Health
ADC
Paul Mitchell
Waterville
Mitchell
Constantine Karvanides
Karvanides
Downtown Committee
Lecturer Proves Learning Is Fun at Dyer York Institute
David Brooke director of the Currier Gallery of Art gave a lecture in Saco on art appreciation using color slides to explore details within paintings and a late Middle Ages tapestry. He emphasized viewing paintings beyond the frame to notice accuracy and technique. The talk accompanied a local artists exhibit, with about a dozen area residents represented.
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Leonardo da Vinci
David Brooke
Dyer York Institute
Saco
Brooke
Currier Gallery of Art
Manchester
N.H
Currier Gallery
Louvre
Manchester Museum
Saco Museum
Lowell Innes
Surrey
England
Harvard University
Downtown Biddeford Revitalization Plan Urged by Committee
Biddeford's Downtown Revitalization Committee reported progress and urged action to launch a full-scale redevelopment. Short term aims include more parking and increased summer traffic. long term goals seek a vibrant trade center with a comprehensive plan, urban renewal board, and city planner.
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Biddeford
Biddeford's
Football Letter Case Is Settled in Maine
Kennebunk officials announce a mutual termination of the 300000 dollar libel suit involving Donald Littlefield and SAD 71. The case alleged that Littlefield, a Journal writer, leaked football play information to Kennebunk High opponents, including Traip Academy and Lake Region, prior to games. The release notes no financial terms and cites a joint decision to avoid community disruption.
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Donald Littlefield
SAD 71
Arthur Hedberg
Littlefield
Robert Cyr
David Snow
Robert Perkins
Alfred
Kennebunk
Traip Academy
Lake Region
Traip
West Kennebunk
Otis Labrie
Husson College
KHS
Bank Terms and Hidden Costs Prompt Consumer Pulse
An Augusta PIRG survey of Maine banks finds customers often lack knowledge of loan terms and checking fees. It condemns set-off practices and misleading offers like free checking, urging clearer disclosures and legible contract language. Banks resist changes unless customers request them, with some promising partial adoption.
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PIRG
Public Interest Research Group
Maine
Suzanne Spitz
Northeast Bank
Spitz
BankAmericard
Inside The Journal Todays Chuckle
A light humor note states a real friend is one who can tell you all his troubles but chooses not to. The line reflects a cheeky view of friendship and discretion in everyday life.
New Valuation Triggers Community Anxiety In Siddeford
By CHRISTOPHER COUCH Staff Writer a small white slip showing the market value of property has sparked confusion and worry among Siddeford residents. United Appraisal Co. sent over 1,000 notices, prompting hundreds to book appointments to discuss assessments. Residents fear tax bills will rise with valuation, though mill rates determine actual taxes. The article notes that many understand tax math yet still expect proportional tax hikes. Continued on Page 2, Col. 3.
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Siddeford
United Appraisal Co
City Hall
United Appraisal
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