States are better qualified to decide which projects to prioritize, particularly if they have to pay for them.
2011
Posted inOpinion
Palestinian official explains where his people are coming from
The history stretches back 120 centuries and is far more complex than many critics realize.
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Posted inNews
Local golfers get late Christmas present
With highs in the 50s and no snow on the ground, a few courses let Mainers get in some December swings Wednesday.
Posted inSports
Despite injured hand, Romo expects to play
Tony Romo throws in practice and is preparing to play for Dallas against the Giants in a showdown.
Posted inLife & Culture
People & EntertainmentGuthrie’s work goes to Oklahoma
OKLAHOMA CITY – Woody Guthrie’s writings, recordings and artwork will land in his native state after an Oklahoma foundation bought the collection, with plans for a display that concentrates on his artistry rather than the populist politics that divided local opinion over the years. Guthrie, known for the anthem, “This Land is Your Land” and […]
Posted inSports
High School Hockey Notebook: Third Hart brother roams the ice for Greely High
There’s another Hart lacing up his skates for Greely High School. Teddy Hart, a sophomore center, is the last of three Hart brothers to play for the Rangers. His older brothers, Kevin and Brian, played crucial roles when Greely won the Class B state championship in 2009. Kevin Hart, who did a prep school season […]
Posted inBusiness
Shoppers hit stores early, late
Merchants were busy the weekend after Thanksgiving and the weeks just before Christmas, with a big lull in between.
Posted inBusiness
Briefcase
In Maine, foreclosures give mixed message Maine banking regulators are reporting a mixed pattern of residential mortgage foreclosures as the economy continues to struggle. Bureau of Financial Institutions’ Superintendent Lloyd LaFountain III says a third quarter survey of mortgages held by Maine’s 32 state-chartered banks and credit unions continued to show mixed performance. So there’s […]
Posted inBusiness
Company bond sales for 2011 top $3 trillion
General Electric and a Dutch company led the offerings worldwide.
Posted inBusiness
Another Europe flare-up stings stocks
The Dow loses 140 points, and the S&P is negative for the year again with two days of trading left.