Wednesday, June 19, 2013
City and business leaders laud its versatility and simplicity, but online communities and a local expert aren't impressed.
Experts: Portland really is excellent city
The policy comes after a series of articles about the Department of Environmental Protection.
'The Lobbyist in the henhouse' DEP series
OK, I admit it. The moment they rolled out Portland's new slogan Tuesday, I found myself somewhere between unimpressed and downright disappointed . . .
Maine's Republican senator says the existing law creates a 'perverse incentive' for businesses to cut employee hours.
By insuring more people, the bill, still viable with an override of Gov. LePage's veto, could offset the escalating costs of free care, they say.
The governor wants to support a UMaine offshore wind pilot project over that of a Norwegian company, but a sponsor says failure to pass the bill would undermine other energy initiatives as well.
Police say Kyle Dube used a fake Facebook profile to lure Nichole Cable out of her Glenburn home before killing her and hiding her body on May 12.
The Abyssinian Meeting House is one of 11 U.S. historic places identified by a preservation group.
Following a lawsuit, the insurer releases a list of doctors and hospitals for the statewide exchange.
But enforcement action against the ad trucks, like the one roving through the area this month, is unusual.
Despite legislative support, Rep. Rebecca's Millett's alternative bill won't be veto-proof.
The Senate's rejection of further safeguards to existing legislation likely dooms the effort.
VoteTRAC: An Act to Amend Mining Laws to Protect Water Quality
A hiker and kayaker, Kenneth Wilson, 77, had moved to Gray with his wife in 1995.
The strawberry edition Red, ripe and just about ready for picking, Maine berries bring their sweet something to food and drink.
Gomes' walkoff homer gives Red Sox doubleheader sweep
Jonny Gomes homers in the ninth as Boston wins its second game of the day against Tampa Bay.
Our View: Committed teen dads deserve better from state
The two men are working hard to support their families. Too bad a minimum wage hike is unlikely.
Combat ready: Women in the military
The military cites culture concerns as it gets ready for women moving into special operations units.
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