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Published
March 12, 2018

Deadline looms for candidates for governor, Congress and Legislature

The ballots for the June 12 primary elections are starting to take shape as candidates file qualifying petition signatures prior to Thursday's deadline.
Published
March 6, 2018

Legislative panel backs $60 million in tax incentives for BIW

The controversial proposal would require the shipyard to meet investment and employment benchmarks.
Published
March 5, 2018

Judge hears arguments over closure of Downeast Correctional Facility

A key question in the case is whether Gov. Paul LePage exceeded his authority when he had 61 prisoners removed from the prison in Machiasport and laid off corrections officers.
Published
March 4, 2018

Maine rethinks requiring student proficiency to earn a diploma

A 2012 reform measure should be retooled, say Maine education officials, sending tremors through districts where transition has already begun.
Published
March 4, 2018

NRA’s influence in Maine doesn’t depend on political contributions

In a state steeped in hunting culture, the lobbying organization gets results by mobilizing its membership

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Published
March 1, 2018

Republican, Democratic House leaders: Finish raising rates for care of Maine’s most vulnerable adults

To see their quality of life threatened hurts not only our communities but also the very success of our state.
Published
February 28, 2018

Sponsor of bill to allow guns in cars on school campuses now wants to kill it

In the aftermath of the Parkland school massacre, Rep. John Martin tells the Education Committee that the time isn't right to discuss the bill.
Published
February 28, 2018

Controversial bill to give BIW tax credits stalls in State House, extending foe’s food strike

A legislative committee appears to favor the $60 million in incentives but delays a vote on the 16th day of an activist's liquid-only diet.
Published
February 27, 2018

Female lobbyists calling out sexual misconduct in Augusta

Some of the women alleging harassment will testify in support of a law that would mandate stronger training and education for lawmakers and their staffs.
Published
February 27, 2018

Legislators continue to express concerns about unemployment filing system

At a joint committee meeting, state senators and representatives tabled a bill on updating unemployment laws after expressing more concern over Mainers unable claim unemployment benefits.