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2022: Hancock County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, Hancock County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 12.5%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 10.7%.

By Down East Times | Apr 19, 2025

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Washington County: Residents received $183.04 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 11.8% of income in Washington County, providing an average of $5,823 per capita to residents.

By Down East Times | Apr 13, 2025

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Washington County saw 22.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Down East Times | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 38.8% of income in Washington County, a 22.8% surge from 16% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Hancock County: Medicaid dependency reached 3.4% in 2022

By Down East Times | Apr 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.4% of income in Hancock County, providing an average of $2,165 per capita to residents.

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Washington County: Income Maintenance made up 4.5% of total income in 2022

By Down East Times | Mar 22, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 4.5% of income in Washington County, providing an average of $2,218 per capita to residents.

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Hancock County residents received $14,726 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking seventh in Maine

By Down East Times | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Hancock County received an average of $14,726 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it seventh highest in Maine.

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Washington County ranks highest in Maine for per capita government transfer income at $19,196 in 2022

By Down East Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Washington County received an average of $19,196 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it highest in Maine.

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Washington County ranks first in Maine for government transfer dependency at 38.8% in 2022

By Down East Times | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, Washington County stood out as the most government transfer-dependent county in Maine, with 38.8% of total income coming from government transfers.

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Hancock County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.3% of income in 2022

By Down East Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.3% of income in Hancock County, providing an average of $1,426 per capita to residents.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Hancock County in 2021

By Down East Times | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Hancock County received $3.5 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Washington County rise or fall in 2021?

By Down East Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Washington County received $2.3 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Washington County farmers in 2021 reached $140,034

By Down East Times | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Washington County received $140,034 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Hancock County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Down East Times | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Hancock County received $813,361 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Ellsworth City Recognized the EHS Girls Basketball, EHS Cheerleading Team and Ellsworth Swim Team

By Down East Times reports | Mar 29, 2023

The Ellsworth City Council recognized the EHS Girls Basketball, EHS Cheerleading Team and Ellsworth Swim Team

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Ellsworth City Property Tax Relief

By Down East Times reports | Mar 29, 2023

April 1st is the annual application deadline date for all property tax exemptions in Maine. Homeowners must apply in writing to their local Assessor

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Bucksport Police Department Chili & Chowder Cook Off

By Down East Times reports | Mar 21, 2023

Your Bangor Professional Firefighters and Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway Bangor are excited to announce the return of our ever popular Chili & Chowder Cook Off, to be held in the former Epic Buffet room at Hollywood Casino March 23 from 6-9 p.m.!

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Ellsworth City Hall Church Street Parking Lot Closed to Regular Parking Starting April 3rd, 2023

By Down East Times reports | Mar 21, 2023

The City Hall Church Street Parking Lot will be closed to all vehicles except for those with handicap plates or placards

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Acadia National Park Upcoming Virtual Programs

By Down East Times reports | Mar 19, 2023

Upcoming Virtual Programs: Programs are designed for the grade levels listed but all are welcome!

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Ellsworth City FY24 Recreation Commission Funding Request for Proposals

By Press release submission | Mar 6, 2023

FY24 Recreation Commission Funding Request for Proposals

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Northern Maine Medical Center Alzheimer's Support Group

By Press release submission | Feb 27, 2023

NMMC stands behind Families, Individuals and Friends of those dealing with Alzheimer's and Dementia