The governor opposes the proposals mainly because they lack ways to pay for the programs.
Edward D. Murphy
Ed covers the City of Westbrook and business stories for the Portland Press Herald.
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Merger of Maine hospitals saves them $2 million
One efficiency from consolidation is the shifting of births from the Sanford facility to Biddeford to help cover a budget shortfall.
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A Word With the Boss: Developer takes ‘serious games’ to a new level
Ben Sawyer of South Freeport creates software products that apply video game technology to practical challenges.
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Maine kids, experts not keen on lifting child work restrictions
The state’s economy would benefit, the governor says, but others see drawbacks for those ages 12 to 15.
Posted inMaine, News
Service calls to AAA rising with recent cold weather
AAA Northern New England has received about 4,000 each day since Saturday for dead car batteries and icy driveways.
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Economist: Maine ready to grow again
Job growth is expected to pick up but the economy could be hindered by an aging population.
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Elderly couple die in house fire in Piscataquis County
The fire swept through their home in Elliotsville Township early Saturday.
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Maine man followed, shot dead, on Interstate 81 in Pennsylvania
Timothy Davison, 28, of Poland called 911 to report being chased by and shot at from a pickup truck.
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New CEO aims to keep Wex growing
Melissa Smith plans to lead the company into more credit card services in more places.
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New downtown chief envisions resurgent Congress Street
Steve Hewins hopes to attract more year-round visitors to the Portland area.