The decision may prove to be historic because most union workers are now found in the public sector.
March 2018
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Time for action on electric outages, high bills
The news is full of reports about skyrocketing electric bills across the country and numerous outages in the Northeast. Maine gets it share of both. Something is wrong when the complaints occur as often and as loudly as they do now. Utilities and their friends have come up with ready responses that squarely place the […]
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‘You can overdo a good thing’
Doc was just getting up to leave the philosophy counter as Herb walked in. Herb was grinning and flexing muscles and had the look of eagles in his eyes. We stared. “Herb,” said Doc. “You know, you can overdo a good thing.” “Why Doc … whatever do you mean?” “I realize that getting more exercise […]
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Texture evident in Finnish oven pear pancakes
Finnish Oven Pear Pancake (Pannu Kakku) This pancake is perfect for breakfast with its custardy texture and crisp edges. Try other fruits such as apples, bananas, fresh peaches or even a berry of your liking. Nonstick cooking spray1/2 cup flour1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, divided1/3 cup milk evaporated skim or whole milk3 eggs1/4 teaspoon baking powder1 pear1/2 […]
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Lawmakers cheer $17 million defense contract with shoemaker
SKOWHEGAN (AP) — A $17.3 million U.S. Department of Defense contract with New Balance to provide U.S.-made athletic shoes to service members is getting cheers from lawmakers in Maine, where the company employs hundreds of people. Members of the delegation pushed for athletic footwear to be made subject to the Berry Amendment, which requires the […]
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Portland Police schedule public meetings about body cameras
PORTLAND (AP) — Portland police are holding a pair of meetings with the public to talk about a pilot project involving the use of body cameras. The meetings are scheduled for March 21 at Deering High School and March 22 at the Portland Public Library. The police department says it expects the pilot program to […]