Kevin Miller joined the staff of the Portland Press Herald in 2012 and has worked as a journalist in Maine since 2005. He currently covers state politics, the Maine Legislature and environmental/natural resources issues. A policy wonk, Kevin previously wrote about Congress and federal issues as the Press Herald’s Washington, DC correspondent. Before settling in Maine, he covered state government, higher education and environmental issues for newspapers in Virginia and Maryland. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking, cross-country skiing or doing pretty much anything else outdoors. He lives in Newcastle with his wife, Carissa, and their dog.
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PublishedMarch 30, 2015
LePage taps key ally to oversee forestry on public lands
The new duties for Maine Forest Service Director Doug Denico are likely to bring more timber-cutting on state land, which could affect recreation and wildlife.
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PublishedMarch 26, 2015
Maine politics block quick fix to energy-efficiency funding error
A one-word clerical mistake could strip the state’s energy-efficiency program of $38 million.
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PublishedMarch 24, 2015
Maine lawmakers hear debate on proposed drone privacy laws
One bill would restrict law enforcement’s use of drones, while another would require operators to get permission before flying drones over private property.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2015
Maine lawmakers hear opposing arguments on bills to charge for disposable bags
Supporters of three similar proposals say they reduce waste and pollution, while opponents say they add a burden on consumers and retailers.
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PublishedMarch 23, 2015
Rights panel turns aside LePage plea to reopen bias case against Moody’s Diner
The agency declines to revisit its finding of likely religious discrimination, asserting its independence despite the governor’s ‘unfortunate’ intervention.
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PublishedMarch 22, 2015
Public land becomes epicenter in state fight
Critics of the governor’s intent to increase timber harvesting and divert its revenues worry about a shift in how forests are managed.
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PublishedMarch 20, 2015
Two nonprofits unveil solar-power systems
Wells Reserve at Laudholm and Maine Audubon have systems that reflect the technologies growth in Maine.
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PublishedMarch 18, 2015
For Efficiency Maine, the word ‘and’ made a $38 million difference
Lawmakers slam the state Public Utilities Commission for not considering ‘legislator intent’ in a decision that will cut funding for the energy efficiency program.
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PublishedMarch 17, 2015
LePage won’t sell land conservation bonds without timber harvest deal
Critics say his political tactics taint the popular Land for Maine’s Future program, and his disinterest in more preservation casts doubt on its future.
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PublishedMarch 17, 2015
Portland set to carry out disposable-bag fees, polystyrene foam ban
Grocers and other businesses get prepared, with two ‘green packaging’ policies passed by city councilors last June scheduled to take effect April 15.
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