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A roundup of new hires, promotions and achievements at businesses, nonprofits, health care institutions and professional services firms in Maine.

As a result of the extension, Northern Light physicians and medical providers will remain in-network with Anthem employer-sponsored and individual health plans through Oct. 31, rather than Oct. 1.

After bumpy mediation talks last week, the organizations issued separate accusatory statements. Each vowed to return to the table.

Affected roles were primarily in non-clinical areas, but also included some patient-care roles. About two-thirds of the 308 positions affected are open positions that will not be filled.

If the two organizations are unable to agree to terms, Northern Light will be out of network with Anthem.

The agreement includes improved rates and less need for prior approval for in-patient treatment, and is a “more efficient and cost-effective” to receive and deliver care, said Northern Light’s CFO.

Retirement, successions, promotions and new oversight are on tap at three hospitals and the system’s foundation.

The CEO pick is considered ideal for leading the system “during these uniquely challenging times” with “a proven record of leading financial turnarounds in hospital systems.”

Plans to build full-service branches in Brewer and Presque Isle mark a significant expansion in Penobscot and Aroostook counties.

Two Maine hospitals called out in a letter to the Trump administration are not in danger of closing, an official for the hospitals' operator said.