The bill would have required the state to extend the easement already in place on the island, which has been targeted for development of a wind port.
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Secretary of state issues language for people’s veto of Maine state budget
Supporters of the veto, led by Republican Rep. Gary Drinkwater, have until June 18 to collect enough signatures to pause implementation of the budget and send it to voters.
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Hallowell library to miss out on $26,000 after tax district confusion
The Hubbard Free Library has not been added to the city’s downtown TIF district because of a misunderstanding over allowable expenses, blocking thousands in City Council-approved funding.
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Windham unveils proposed budget for fiscal year 2026
The proposed budget would see a spending increase of around 5.26%.
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US stocks drop after another stunning day of reversals as uncertainty reigns about Trump’s tariffs
The benchmark S&P 500 index fell 1.6% after wiping out an early gain of 4.1%, which had it on track for its best day in years; it’s now about 19% below its record high, set just a few months ago.
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Pingree to hold in-person town halls as more constituents demand to meet with lawmakers
The Democrat, who represents the solidly blue 1st District, is the only member of Maine’s congressional delegation to schedule a town hall since President Donald Trump returned to office.
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Maine regulators investigating Versant Power’s management practices
The Public Utilities Commission says that Versant has regularly increased rates without improving service and questioned whether its Canadian parent company is providing sufficient oversight.
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Biddeford discusses affordable housing strategies
Biddeford plans to work on strategies to receive more Low Income Housing Tax Credits in order to build more affordable housing in the city.
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We Love to Eat: April 10
Gorham haddock supper – Friday, April 11, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Anne’s Church, 299 Main St., Gorham. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus. Baked haddock, mashed potatoes, peas, coleslaw, rolls, drink and dessert. $14, cheese pizza option for $6. Westbrook haddock dinner – Friday, April 11, 5-6 p.m., St. Hyacinth Church, 268 Brown St., Westbrook. Sponsored by Daughters […]
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Windham Chamber Singers give preview performance for spring 2025 tour
Windham’s world-renowned high school choir gave one last performance to the community ahead of a tour of Maine and Quebec.