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
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.
OK, I admit it. The moment they rolled out Portland's new slogan Tuesday, I found myself somewhere between unimpressed and downright disappointed . . .
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.
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.
Despite legislative support, Rep. Rebecca's Millett's alternative bill won't be veto-proof.
In testimony, they defend the collection of telephone and Internet data as key to protecting the U.S. and its allies.
NSA leaker Snowden says he can't get fair trial in U.S.
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
But Rep. Mark Dion, proponent of a tougher bill, vows to patiently pursue the cause.
A hiker and kayaker, Kenneth Wilson, 77, had moved to Gray with his wife in 1995.
Police investigating theft of Maine painting / LePage's veto on long-term care legislation upheld ... and more news from around the state.
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.
What happens to a DREAM Act deferred?
Nearly 300,000 young adults who lived illegally in the U.S. get permission to stay under a new program.
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