Figures showing that new firefighter jobs could be costlier than paying $1.8 million in OT mystify city councilors.
2013
Posted inLife & Culture, News, Politics
Ban youth tanning? It’s a too-toned debate
Maine proponents say it’s healthier to go light on the salon rays, but owners say regulations could decimate the industry.
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Local & State Dispatches
Maine bill to legalize marijuana attracts 35 co-sponsors / Police say alcohol likely in fatal crash / Man hurt in motorcycle crash awarded $1.8 million … and more news from around the state.
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Wind-turbine foes dealt setback in NH
Their plea to ban projects until the siting process is revamped is rejected by the state Senate.
Posted inNews, Politics
Bill aims to get lead out of Maine loons
It would ban fishermen from using sinkers and jigs made of lead, but some say the move is unnecessary.
Posted inNation & World, News
Poll: Americans oppose paying for storm-ravaged beaches
But more than 4 out of 5 Americans want to prepare now for rising seas and stronger storms from climate change, the survey shows.
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Pa. police: Ex-trooper kills wife, self in market
The incident comes days after she filed for divorce and two months after he was accused of beating her.
Posted inBoston Red Sox, News, Portland Sea Dogs, Sports
Daniel Bard to start season with Portland
The Sea Dogs’ roster has not been set, but the team knows they are getting at least one major league reliever.
Posted inForecaster Sports, The Forecaster
MPA approves four classes for football
ROCKPORT — Maine high school football will be comprised of four classes for the first time since 1986 next fall after a four-year effort to expand the ranks from its current three-class structure gained final approval Thursday from the general membership of the Maine Principals’ Association. The vote was held during the MPA’s annual spring […]
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Alexis Wright, prosecutors begin new round of plea talks
The case against the key figure in the Kennebunk prostitution scandal could be resolved by the end of today.