Notes from the Electronic Cottage 12/29/16

Producer/Host: Jim Campbell

2016 is on track to set the record for the greatest number of data breaches in history. One very concerning component of those data breaches is medical breaches, not just because of the sensitivity of medical data but because those hacks are not just aimed at data – they are hitting medical equipment as well.

Maine Currents 12/28/16

Producer/Host: Amy Browne
Studio Engineer: John Greenman

Everything you need to know about Maine’s new recreational marijuana law. We’re joined by two of the primary organizers of the recently approved referendum question, Paul McCarrier and Lynne Williams, and open the phone lines for questions and comments from listeners.

Maine Currents- independent local news, views & culture on WERU-FM 89.9 Blue Hill, 99.9 Bangor, Maine and www.weru.org, Wednesdays 4-5pm Eastern

Family Corner 12/28/16

Producer/Host: Sue Mackey Andrews
Engineer: John Greenman

Issue: The Safety Net

Program Topic: Supports for people in need/opportunities to make a difference

Key Discussion Points:
a) Washington Hancock Community Action Program provides an array of services to indicate individuals living in poverty in these two counties
b) WHCA is one of 10 Community Action Agencies in Maine
c) Services are focused on families, adults, seniors, veterans and include housing/transportation/food/fuel/access to health care, ADSC and the At Home supports

Guests:
Joe Perkins Director of Development and Community Services
Jennifer Trowbridge, Housing Director
Bob I Harris, Special Projects/HRS director