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flag Registered nurses at Houlton Regional Hospital began a two-day strike on Nov. 18, 2025, over staffing shortages, patient safety, and stalled contract talks.

flag Registered nurses at Houlton Regional Hospital began a two-day strike on November 18, 2025, over staffing shortages, patient safety concerns, and stalled contract negotiations. flag The 55 nurses, represented by the Maine State Nurses Association, cited long ER wait times, deliveries in the emergency room due to the maternity unit’s closure in May, and inadequate staffing—especially at night—as key issues. flag They argue current conditions compromise patient care and staff retention, despite the hospital’s claim of improved wages and benefits under a new management agreement. flag Hospital leadership says ER demand hasn’t risen and that hallway beds are used intentionally for patient proximity to staff. flag The strike continued into Wednesday, with support from local political figures. flag Negotiations remain ongoing.

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