Brian Yocono

2 weeks ago | newscentermaine.com | Brian Yocono

AUGUSTA, Maine — The Governor's Awards for Service and Volunteerism have been presented annually since 1987. They recognize the dedication and impact volunteers have on the State of Maine.   Saturday, April 26, recognition was given to volunteer individuals, teams, and programs that exemplify the spirit of service across Maine, according to organizers.

3 weeks ago | newscentermaine.com | Brian Yocono

SANFORD, Maine — Every year hundreds of children in Maine experience grief. While it’s not an emotion we often associate with children, their experience with grief can be very different from how adults experience and express the emotion. In our latest NEWS CENTER Maine Round Table, Let's Talk About It: Grieving Children, Brian Yocono talks with staff and volunteers from The Center for Grieving Children.

1 month ago | newscentermaine.com | Brian Yocono

PORTLAND, Maine — Dr. Andy Mueller came to Maine during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to lead MaineHealth. As president and CEO, Mueller brings a background of direct patient care to Maine's largest health care provider. "I think one thing that's really important to recognize is that our health care delivery system in Maine right now is incredibly fragile," Mueller told NEWS CENTER Maine in a recent interview. "We're keeping our nose above water—barely.

Oct 20, 2024 | newscentermaine.com | Brian Yocono

LEWISTON, Maine — Jimmy and Linda Simones don't miss a beat as customers come and go from their restaurant in downtown Lewiston. For more than 100 years, their family has built a space that is about so much more than the food. It's a place where photos with campaigning politicians line the walls and national publications featuring the restaurant are framed.

Apr 13, 2024 | newscentermaine.com | Brian Yocono

AUGUSTA, Maine — For dog fans, it’s hard not to fall in love with a puppy. Those big eyes and their adventurous spirit can bring out the kid in all of us. Kobe is a 4-month-old Cain Corso/Pit mix ready for a home. Melanie Randall with the Kennebec Valley Humane Society introduced us to Kobe. He’s available for adoption starting April 16. An important reminder though if you’re considering introducing a puppy into your life. They’re a lot of work.