Members of the committee reviewing the city’s TIF policy say developers need to compromise more before the city agrees to tax breaks.
2012
Posted inNation & World, Politics
GOP Convention: ‘Distractions’ threaten to spoil Romney’s big party
Even Tropical Storm Isaac, bearing down on Florida, could add to the disruption that now includes the uproar over the refusal of Rep. Todd Akin to drop out of the Senate race.
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Posted inNews
Middle class losing the battle for a better life
Households with incomes from $39,000 to $118,000, a study shows, are having their ‘worst decade in modern history.’
Posted inOpinion
David Ignatius: P5+1 finding diplomatic track to limit Iran’s nuclear stockpile frustrating
WASHINGTON — As Israel and Iran entered this summer of confrontation over Tehran’s nuclear program, the Iranians were also conducting talks with the U.S. and other leading nations to seek a diplomatic alternative to war. Since then, the rumors of an impending Israeli military strike have grown almost daily, but whatever happened to the negotiations? […]
Posted inBusiness, News
Oil company unveils video screens at Maine gas stations
The company says it’s trying brighten customers’ experience while they’re ‘tethered to that pump.’
Posted inOpinion
Alan Caron: Maine’s independence may once again be a national topic
There’s been a quiet revolution brewing in Maine politics for more than 50 years that is about to boil over onto the national stage. Our election of two independent governors was one thing. That was largely a Maine story. But if we send an independent to the U.S. Senate and particularly if that new Senate […]
Posted inBoston Red Sox, News, Sports
Weaver helps Angels beat fading Red Sox 7-3
Howie Kendrick hit a solo homer and Torii Hunter had a two-run single for the Angels, as the Red Sox miserable season continued.
Posted inBoston Red Sox, Sports
Playing out the season, with thoughts to the future
Just think: This time last year the Red Sox were actually tied for first place in the American League East — and even led at the end of August.
Posted inPortland Sea Dogs, Sports
Closer, closer come the Sea Dogs
Portland continues its remarkable second half, pulling within 4 1/2 games of a playoff position.
Posted inBusiness, News
After ‘long process,’ time to upgrade Portland arena
Expanded seating, new entrances and other improvements will take about 13 months to complete.