It was an honor to present the Hollis Selectboard nomination of the Spirit of America Award 2024 to Charles ‘Chip’ Currier for all he does for the Hollis community, especially as an active member of Hollis Parks & Recreation team. Congrats Chip!
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September is Suicide Prevention Month. It’s an annual reminder to look out for one other and our own mental state.
Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the US. According to the CDC, suicide rates increased approximately 36% between 2000–2022. While the national rate grew, Maine's suicide death rate actually dropped in recent years. It’s still the second-highest rate in New England though, behind only Vermont. We are starting to see the stigma break when it comes to talking about mental illness while seeking out professional help is becoming normalized. Your browser does not support viewing this document. Click here to download the document. |
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