The $22.5 million in hotel developments will add more than 230 rooms and two restaurants to the Old Port area.
2013
Details still uncertain about Maine health exchange
State seeks information on costs, consumer protection and state oversight for next year.
Mainers brace for coldest weather in years
The extreme cold will stay until Friday, when conditions will begin to warm up – temperatures could reach 20 degrees.
Press Herald fights state on withheld 911 transcripts
The newspaper says there’s an improper blanket policy of keeping the data secret, but state officials say it’s their right.
Maine bill would allow teachers to carry guns
Sen. David Burns says his idea is an option, not a mandate, for schools concerned about security.
Maine credit rating downgraded by agency
The state’s borrowing status drops to AA; Medicaid shortfalls and potential infighting are cited as reasons.
State General Assistance funding might run dry
Gov. LePage’s proposed $10.1 million cap for the current fiscal year could leave funding “a couple months short,” says the director of DHHS’ Office of Family Independence.
Maine runner on 700-mile charity trek: ‘This is nuts’
With swollen and injured legs, Gary Allen completes his two-week goal of running from Acadia National Park to Washington D.C.
Limits on tax breaks up for vote in Portland
A city committee will also discuss Wednesday whether Congress Square Park will remain a park.
Police need help finding missing Casco boy
Michael Pendexter has been missing since 2 p.m. and may be headed to Portland.