*Retired MMA Executive Vice-President, and current Maine Director of Opioid Response, Gordon Smith had the following contribution published by the Bangor Daily News 

“In her column published on International Overdose Awareness Day, Courtney Allen wrote eloquently about the recent death of her friend Tim Bellavance. Her poignant remembrance touched me, and I want to assure her, and all Maine people, that the governor and I are deeply committed to saving lives and supporting Maine people by ensuring recovery is open and available for anyone struggling with substance use disorder.” 

The complete article can be read here. The Bangor Daily News allows 5 free articles a month prior to facing a paywall.