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Published
April 19, 2016

Our View: Biomass and solar bills both should be signed by LePage

Maine shouldn't just try to hold on to the past but look for new industries that will grow.
Published
April 15, 2016

Legislature passes highway, R&D bond bills worth $150 million

The two measures, which were signed by Gov. Paul LePage, will go out to referendum.
Published
April 15, 2016

Legislators approve $13.4 million bailout of Maine biomass industry

Lawmakers sought to balance the goal of saving logging jobs with the public cost of providing a subsidy for owners of the plants.
Published
April 14, 2016

Revised solar bill picks up 10 more votes in Maine House

But supporters remain shy of the numbers they need to override an expected veto by Gov. Paul LePage.
Published
April 14, 2016

Maine business-backed $10-an-hour minimum wage bill falls short

The Senate votes 22-12 to support the proposal, short of the two-thirds majority needed to make it law before Mainers vote on a $12-an-hour initiative in November.

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Published
April 14, 2016

LePage abruptly cancels forum in Newcastle

His administration says the governor felt compelled to stay in Augusta during the 'frenzied last days of the legislative session.'
Published
April 14, 2016

Commentary: Off-road fuel tax exemption would improve Maine’s farming, logging climate

As costs increase, these traditional family-based businesses are having a hard time remaining viable.
Published
April 13, 2016

LePage signs order that keeps embattled education chief in office

The financial order will allow Bill Beardsley to perform many of the duties of commissioner while bypassing confirmation by Legislature.
Published
April 13, 2016

Lawmakers remain divided over bill to boost Maine solar industry

The Maine House gives initial approval, but without the bipartisan support that will be needed to overcome an expected veto by Gov. Paul LePage.
Published
April 12, 2016

Maine Legislature backs replenishment of public fund for financing campaigns

The House and Senate approve a transfer of $500,000, but some Republicans who plan to use the program would have to switch sides to override an expected veto.