Local & State
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PublishedApril 12, 2016
Maine Legislature backs replenishment of public fund for financing campaigns
The House and Senate approve a transfer of $500,000, but some Republicans who plan to use the program would have to switch sides to override an expected veto.
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PublishedApril 12, 2016
Maine’s economic future dogged by low R&D, bad roads, academic weaknesses
The annual Measures of Growth report shows enduring deficiencies in the state's economy and sets priorities for policy solutions.
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PublishedApril 12, 2016
Haiku poems give Skowhegan a lift – 17 syllables at a time
During National Poetry Month the traditional Japanese poetry is displayed all over downtown as part of the Wesserunsett Arts Council bid to promote the arts in the region.
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PublishedApril 12, 2016
Maine Senate OKs bills to help students graduate, pay debt
One of the bills expands the credit that businesses can claim for helping employees pay their loans if they are eligible.
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PublishedApril 12, 2016
Driver whose SUV plunged off Bath bridge released from hospital
The Windham woman was treated for a facial gash, broken ribs and other injuries, and her son suffered fractures when the vehicle landed in a truck's bed 30 feet below.
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PublishedApril 12, 2016
Porcupine sculpture stolen from Portland jetport driveway
The woodland creature's likeness is one of 10 that make up 'Glimpse,' an installation by artist Wendy Klemperer that was given to the city in 2011.
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PublishedApril 12, 2016
Two arrested after meth lab found on Indian Island
Penobscot Nation police and the Maine Drug Enforcement Agency found the lab while investigating suspected drug activity in the area.
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PublishedApril 12, 2016
Student in pro-Trump hat sets off taunting, dialogue at South Portland High
Sophomore Connor Mullen expected classmates to hassle him, but when staff members joined in he decided to defend his free-speech rights.
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PublishedApril 11, 2016
Maine Senate endorses bill to establish presidential primaries
Sen. Justin Alfond, D-Portland, sponsored the measure after big turnouts led to delays at some party caucuses this year.
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PublishedApril 11, 2016
Hotels donate toiletries to warming center
The Augusta center in turn fills emergency backpacks with snacks, toiletries and socks for those in need.
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